Veterans' Affairs New Zealand
Who We Are
Veterans' Affairs New Zealand is an operational unit within the New Zealand Defence Force. Veterans' Affairs New Zealand is headed by a General Manager, who is also the Secretary for War Pensions, a statutory position responsible for the administration of the War Pensions Act 1954.
Our Mission
Veterans' Affairs New Zealand exists to meet government's obligation to veterans through the provision of policy advice to the government and service delivery to the veteran community.
Our Vision
To provide a professional service that recognizes the diversity of the veteran community.
Whats New
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Veterans Chosen for Gallipoli trip
The names of 22 veterans were chosen by ballot today to form part of the official New Zealand contingent attending the Anzac Day commemorations in Gallipoli.
- Advice for Gallipoli Travelers
- Minister announces student Gallipoli contest
- Competition Entry form [word 76kb]
- Competition Entry form [pdf 24kb]
- Competition information
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Viet Nam Veterans and their Families Trust Annual Report
Pension Shortcut for Viet Nam Vets Welcomed
Veterans’ Affairs Minister Judith Collins welcomed a decision to expand the list of presumptive illnesses for war pensions by Viet Nam veterans.
Veterans' Affairs New Zealand (VANZ) announced that with effect from 24 July 2009 the War Pensions Presumptive List for Viet Nam veterans will now include Parkinson’s disease and Ischaemic heart disease. The additions now bring to 15 the number of conditions on the presumptive list for Viet Nam veterans. Presumptive lists allow for the automatic acceptance of certain disabilities for a War Disablement Pension if a veteran served in certain theatres of conflict.
The lists are based on medical and scientific research which indicates that if a veteran of one of these theatres is suffering from a certain disability, it is likely that the disability was attributable to the veteran’s service.
“VANZ has been working hard to meet the needs of veterans and to focus on improving the delivery of services, including accessibility to War Disablement Pensions,” Ms Collins said.
“The addition of these illnesses to the presumptive list will ensure automatic pension eligibility for Viet Nam veterans with medical evidence confirming they have these conditions.
“It is essential that the Government listens to veterans and is responsive to their changing needs. I welcome this decision which improves access for veterans to support and services.”
Stop The Press
Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (including hairy-cell leukaemia and other chronic B –Cell leukaemia’s) This condition is also listed in the list of conditions eligible for the payment of the ex-gratia payment under the Vietnam Veterans' MOU.
Reimbursment of Costs
- Application forms for reimbursement of costs are now on this site.
Minister's Updates
- Updates from the Minister of Veterans' Affairs, Judith Collins.
Reports
- Briefing to the Incoming Minister. This is in PDF format.
Current Vacancies
Nil Vacancies at this time.
How can you contact us?
Enquiries regarding the services and support provided by Veterans' Affairs New Zealand should be made to:
Veterans' Affairs New Zealand
PO Box 5146
Wellington 6145
Freephone: 0800 483 8372 (0800 4 VETERAN) or from overseas (64) 4 495 2070 (phone charges will apply for international calls)
Facsimile: (04) 495 2080
Email: veterans@xtra.co.nz