How does central government contribute?

Antarctica New Zealand is the Crown Entity responsible for developing, managing and executing New Zealand Government activities in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, in particular the Ross Dependency.   It manages Scott Base, New Zealand’s Antarctic research station.

Key activities include supporting scientific research, conserving the intrinsic values of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean and raising public awareness (in part through arts, media and youth programmes) of the international significance of the continent.

Archives New Zealand, Te Rua Mahara o te Kāwanatanga is the official guardian of New Zealand's public archives. They gather, store and protect an extremely wide range of material. Their holdings include the originals of the Treaty of Waitangi, government documents, maps, paintings, photographs and film.

The Asia New Zealand Foundation (Asia:NZ) was established in 1994 as a non-profit organisation dedicated to building New Zealand’s links with Asia. Through its programmes in education, business, media, culture and research, Asia:NZ aims to build and sustain New Zealanders’ knowledge and understanding of Asia.

Creative New Zealand is this country's leading arts development organisation. Its work ranges from support for local arts activities and one-off arts projects through to funding for professional arts organisations. 

The Department of Conservation is the central government organisation charged with conserving the natural and historic heritage of New Zealand on behalf of and for the benefit of present and future New Zealanders.

Its mission is "to conserve New Zealand's natural and historic heritage for all to enjoy now and in the future".

The department's responsibilities are encapsulated in its Maori name - Te Papa Atawhai; Te papa signifies a box or container (for the taonga or treasures) and atawhai the act of caring, nurturing or preserving.

The Department of Internal Affairs plays a key role in managing the central government/local government interface.  The wide range of activities the Department is involved in reflects the continued purpose of serving and connecting citizens, communities and government to build a strong, safe nation.

The work of the Department of Labour makes a real difference to New Zealanders' lives. As the experts on a critical part of the economy, the labour market, the Department has a key role in leading this country's development.

The Foundation for Research, Science and Technology was established by an Act of Government in 1990 to invest in research, science and technology for the benefit of New Zealand. Such research  could improve our standard of living by improving environmental or social conditions. Or it could boost the economy by delivering a new niche product or service.

HortResearch a world-class fruit science company is a Crown Research Institute. Using their unique resources in fruit, plants and environmentally sustainable production systems they produce innovative fruit and food products.

Housing New Zealand Corporation (HNZC) provides housing services for people in need. It is also the New Zealand Government's principal advisor on housing.

HNZC's main role is to provide good quality, affordable rental homes for people on low incomes or with special housing needs through the owning and management of 
more than 66,000 properties nationwide, including about 1,500 homes for community groups providing residential services.

The Corporation also works in many ways to improve access to affordable homes for all New Zealanders.

The Commission uses a range of activities to carry out its core functions, including providing human rights education, producing resources, inquiring into and reporting on human rights matters and resolving disputes relating to discrimination.

Immigration New Zealand is a Government department that helps people achieve high-quality working lives in thriving and inclusive communities through linking their social and economic interests.

Immigration New Zealand is part of the Department of Labour

LINZ holds authoritative information about land surveys and ownership, topographic maps and nautical charts.

Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research is New Zealand's foremost environmental research organisation specialising in sustainable management of land resources optimising primary production, enhancing biodiversity, increasing the resource efficiency of businesses, and conserving and restoring the natural assets of our communities.

The Māori Language Commission was set up under the Māori Language Act 1987 to promote the use of Māori as a living language and as an ordinary means of communication.