The other parent Parent titles for gender-diverse parents What is a parent title? A “parent title” is the legally recognised description for the parents of the baby (like “mother,” “father” or “parent”). The parent title is recorded on a child’s birth certificate.…
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The other parent Paternity Orders What is a “Paternity Order”? Family Proceedings Act 1980, s 51 A Paternity Order or Declaration of Paternity from the court is conclusive evidence that a person is the father of a child. The baby’s other parent…
Caring for a child Guardianship of a child What is guardianship? Care of Children Act 2004, ss 15,17 Guardianship of a child means having duties, powers, rights and responsibilities that a parent has for bringing up a child. If you have guardianship…
Caring for a child Day-to-day care and contact with a child What is day-to-day care? “Day-to-day care” means having the responsibility for the child’s daily living arrangement. Responsibilities including the child’s safety, making sure the child gets to school and that they…
Caring for a child Child support and benefits What is Child Support? Child support is money paid by a parent who is not living with their child (the “liable parent”) to help with the cost of raising the child. Sometimes, child support…
Dealing with Oranga Tamariki Overview What is Oranga Tamariki? Oranga Tamariki is the part of the New Zealand government that is responsible for making sure children and young people under 18 are safe and protected from abuse and neglect (It used to…
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Where to go for more support Other helpful services mentioned in this guide Citizens Advice Bureau Free volunteer service that can help you navigate your rights, responsibilities and other services available to you0800 367 222 Barnados Nationwide charity that provides support and…
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