Community Compliance Officers: Glen Morton and Angelo Ceselli presented some key matters that we need to be aware of. Some of the key points included were

1. If unsure if you are paying the right amount, call 0800 257 777, login to your account on https://www.ird.govt.nz/ or visit the office 204 Hastings Street, Napier South, Napier 4110 or check out when the officers are scheduled to be in Flaxmere or Havelock North or Hastings,
2. Make an appointment for one to one help on a Monday or Thursday
3. Check that IRD has your correct details, especially address and bank account. Email is the best way of getting information as it happens. Details are really important especially your tax code. This matters especially if you are working, receive income from investments or get an overseas pension. Remember to tell IRD if you get any income that is not paid through PAYE or bank withholding tax.
4. Check the rates that your New Zealand investments have for you to prevent finding you owe IRD money
5. If you are applying for a rates rebate, you need page with your ID and your income before you go to Council (IRD is looking to come to a meeting next year to help produce the letters you need).
6. Make sure that IRD knows if you want a Nominated person to have access to your account