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For Pacific peoples
Information for Pacific peoples on a range of issues and access to government services in New Zealand.
Diplomatic representatives
Details of embassies and representatives of Pacific nations in New Zealand are on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade website at www.mfat.govt.nz/Embassies/2-Foreign-Embassies
Funding
Some sources of funding for Pacific people and communities.
Housing
Information and services to assist you in buying or renting a home.
Government services
A list of other Government departments providing services to Pacific peoples in New Zealand.
Languages
Interpreters
If you, or your family, need assistance from Government in a Pacific based language such as Samoan or Niuean, simply call the Government agency and ask for ‘Language Line’ or visit the Language Line website, the service is free.
Learn Pacific languages
- Vagahau Niue - Learn Niue
- Tuatua Mai - Learn Cook Islands Maori
- Tau Gagana Tokelau - Learn Tokelau
Managing your money
Information on managing your finances, including where to go for help and advice.
Scholarships
A list of grants, funding and awards available to Pacific students and researchers.
Sending money to the Pacific
www.sendmoneypacific.org is a joint New Zealand and Australian Government initiative to reduce the cost of sending money and encourage competition among remittance providers.
Find out more about sending money home.
