Links to useful government and public service websites

Alcohol Liquor Advisory Council - http://www.alcohol.org.nz
The ALAC aim is to encourage responsible use and minimise misuse of alcohol and sale of liquor.

BIZ – Business Information Zone New Zealand - http://www.biz.org.nz/
BIZ is the whole-of-government business portal designed to make it easier to run your business. It acts as an online business adviser, providing a gateway to business resources.

Building Controls - http://www.building.dbh.govt.nz/
Find news and information about the Building Act and the Building Code, as well as information about the Department of Building and Housing's building control services and activities.

Building Guide - www.buildingguide.co.nz 
There's something in this website for everyone, whether you're building or renovating.

Department of Conservation - http://www.doc.govt.nz
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is the government department charged with conserving New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage for all to enjoy now and in the future.

Land Information New Zealand - http://www.linz.govt.nz/
LINZ holds authoritative information about land surveys and ownership, topographic maps and nautical charts. We make sure that the rating valuation system is fair and consistent and oversee the buying and disposal of Crown land.

Historic Places Trust - http://www.historic.org.nz
The New Zealand Historic Places Trust is the country's leading heritage agency whose mission is to keep New Zealand's heritage places alive and useful.The Trust's activities relate to the recognition, protection and promotion of New Zealand's historic and cultural heritage.

Hokianga Health Enterprise Trust - www.hokiangahealth.org.nz
Hokianga Health (or Hauora Hokianga) is a community governed organisation providing a wide range of health services to the approximately 6,500 people who reside within an area defined by the geographic boundaries of the former Hokianga County Council.

Hospitality Association of NZ - http://www.hanz.org.nz/
The Hospitality Association is a voluntary trade association representing 2,200+ hospitality businesses. The Association is committed to adding value to its Members via individual membership service and by local and national advocacy.

Human Rights Commission - http://www.hrc.co.nz/
Visit the Human Rights Commission website for information about "Race Relations in 2004", a comprehensive report on race relations in Aotearoa/New Zealand. This report was written as a contribution to Race Relations Day 2005, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

Inland Revenue - http://www.ird.govt.nz/
On the Inland Revenue website you can complete a form, make a payment, look at your account information, use 'Send and receive mail' service, file an employer schedule or register for services. It is also the place where you can make an appointment, give feedback or make a complaint. Access calculators, worksheets and other tools you may need to fill out a tax return, make a payment or estimate any assistance benefits you may be entitled to.
What's Tax? - http://www.whatstax.govt.nz/
This site provides advice for young people who are starting full or part-time employment.

Kaipara District Council - http://www.kaipara.govt.nz
Official website for Kaipara District Council.

Local Government Information Website - www.localcouncils.govt.nz
This site aims to help people understand more about what councils do and to encourage participation in local council processes.

Local Government New Zealand - http://www.lgnz.co.nz
Local Government New Zealand is an organisation that represents the national interests of all 86 councils of New Zealand. As the champion of best practice in the local government sector, they provide policy, advice and training to councils.

Ministry for the Environment - http://www.mfe.govt.nz
The Ministry is the Government's principal adviser on the New Zealand environment and international matters that affect the environment. We work with others in central and local government, industry and the community to achieve good environmental governance and decision-making at all levels. Sustainable development is the context for all our work.

Northland Health - http://www.nhl.co.nz
Official website for Northland Health. Northland Health is one of 22 Hospital & Health Services (HHS) in New Zealand and is the major provider of health care for the people of Northland.

Northland Regional Council - http://www.nrc.govt.nz
Official website for the Northland Regional Council. NRC are Northland's environmental managers. Their responsibility is to protect Northland's land, water, coast and air by allowing sustainable development to take place. Click here for more information

NZ Chambers of Commerce and Industry - http://www.nzchambers.co.nz/
NZ Chambers of Commerce directory search facility.

NZ Government Online - http://www.newzealand.govt.nz/
Your front door to New Zealand government online. Find out all that you need to know about everything that Government has to offer. From drivers' licences to dog licences, tax issues to health issues, starting a family to starting a business.

NZ Public Libraries Portal - http://www.nzlibraries.com
The doorway to every library in New Zealand. New Zealand's public libraries contribute to the development of an enriched, literate and learning society.

Overseas Investment Office - http://www.oio.linz.govt.nz/
The Overseas Investment Office administers the New Zealand Government's foreign investment policies. The core work of the Office is to assess applications for consent from foreigners who intend making substantial investments in New Zealand.

Population Website - http://www.population.govt.nz
The Population and Sustainable Development website is part of the Sustainable Development for New Zealand: Programme of Action.

Resource Management Act Guide - http://www.rmaguide.org.nz
A practical guide to the Resource Management Act. This website contains information designed to assist individuals and community groups to more effectively participate in processes under the RMA.

Smarter Homes - http://www.smarterhomes.org.nz/
A valuable tool for communities to use to attain warmer, healthier, more cost-effective homes.

Sport and Recreation NZ (SPARC) - http://www.sparc.org.nz/
At SPARC (Sport and Recreation New Zealand) they are dedicated to getting New Zealanders moving. That means everything from supporting elite athletes to getting out into local communities and encouraging people to get active.

Statistics New Zealand - http://www.stats.govt.nz
Statistics New Zealand is a government department and New Zealand's national statistical office.

Transit New Zealand - http://www.transit.govt.nz
Transit New Zealand develops, manages and maintains the country's 10,894.4 kilometres of state highways. This network of major roads and motorways provides a strategic link to the 82,000 kilometres of local roads managed by local authorities.

Treaty of Waitangi - http://www.treatyofwaitangi.govt.nz/
This website provides a concise account of the Treaty of Waitangi and the events surrounding it. Many historians and specialists have contributed to the material on this site to ensure it is as accurate and balanced as possible.

Waste Management - http://ww.wasteminz.org.nz
Information about waste management in New Zealand…

Whangarei District Council - http://www.wdc.govt.nz
Official website for the Whangarei District Council

WorkSite - http://www.worksite.govt.nz/
WorkSite is a multi government agency project lead by the Department of Labour. It brings together information from a number of government departments so that you don't have to know which agency has the information on work that you are looking for.

Zero Waste - www.zerowaste.co.nz
Information about the ‘Zero Waste’ philosophy…