Holmes v Ministry of Social Development [2012] NZHRRT 19 [pdf, 144 KB]
...payment. That is, if the advance is made on a refundable as opposed to a non-refundable basis. [11] In Mr Holmes’ case, on or about 13 October 2009, he approached WINZ seeking assistance to pay for an eye test needed for the renewal of his driver’s licence. His application was supported by a quotation from an optometrist showing a consultation fee of $70. The Ministry approved a recoverable advance of benefit of $70 to be repaid at the rate of $3 per week. Mr Holmes was unsuccess...