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For general and technical queries, please email research@msd.govt.nz with Te Hao Rangahau in the subject line.

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MSD National Office contact information

Street address

The Aurora Centre
56 The Terrace
Wellington 6011

Mail address

Ministry of Social Development
PO Box 1556
Wellington 6140
New Zealand

Phone: 64 4 916 3300

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