See: http://www.budgetservice.org.nz
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We can act as your spokesperson to debt collection companies, including helping you to speak to them/negotiate with them only with a privacy waiver signed by you
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We can advise you on what help is available from WINZ and speak to them in your presence – an advisor is at WINZ offices in Lower Hutt and Naenae (and Wainuiomata by request) during the morning on the following days: Monday ; Tuesday ; Thursday
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We can help you apply for “last resort” options like Bankruptcy and Summary Instalment Orders
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We are able to advise you about other help available including non-financial (eg. help with gambling, alcohol, mental health)
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We can also put you in touch with doctors, mental health workers, or solicitors who may be able to help you
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We are free, confidential, impartial, non-discriminatory and fully trained
