What remains available

  • Archived demonstration calculators
  • Links to open-source code and background context

These resources are for learning and reference only. 

Why this mattered

BenefitMe demonstrated that:

  • Technology can reduce interpretation barriers for people seeking support
  • Legislative rules can be encoded in a transparent and verifiable way
  • Community organisations can be assisted through digital tools
  • Aotearoa can lead in emerging civic-tech innovation

The engagement work we delivered (through benefit advocates) was well received and there was broad, evidence-based recognition that these services can be of value for the public.

For current benefit information

Please visit:

Do not rely on calculations provided here.

Contact

For enquiries about this archived prototype and ongoing rules-as-code initiatives:
info@venturecentre.io

Acknowledgement of contributions

This project was developed as an experimental prototype of Digital Public Infrastructure

  • Venture Centre — Catalyst, co-ordinator and steward of archived site
  • Citizens Advice Bureau — Early collaborator and domain expert support
  • Ackama — Technical delivery, regulatory QA
  • Salsa Digital — Technical delivery, design, hosting
  • Digital Aotearoa Collective — Ecosystem enablement, set-up and knowledge sharing

Explore stories

We’ve made up these stories to show how different life situations impact benefits.

  • Peta's story

    Peta is a 32-year-old, single mother. She has one child named Anahera, who is 5 years old. Peta rents a house in Christchurch and pays $350 a week.
    • Sole parent
    • Accommodation supplement

  • Kei's story

    Kei is a 23-year-old with no children. Kei lives in Wellington. Kei can't work due to a long-term health condition and needs support.
    • Disability
    • Accommodation supplement

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