Partners getting a benefit, New Zealand Superannuation or Veterans Pension in their own right

Income received by a couple, when the partner is getting a main benefit, New Zealand Superannuation or Veterans Pension in their own right, should be charged against the half married, civil union or de facto rate of Supported Living Payment (health condition, injury or disability).

Note New Zealand Superannuation or Veterans Pension is not included as income for this assessment.

Income (including their partner's incomes) is charged annually and at the following rates:

• 15 cents for each dollar of income that the client (and their partner) earn over $8,320 gross per year, but not more than $13,000 gross per year
• 35 cents for every dollar of income that is more than $13,000 gross per year