F5.5 Definitions (01/10/2001)

F5.5.1 Definition of 'single'

A person is single if they are not legally married or not living in a de facto relationship that is in the nature of a marriage.

Note: 'De facto relationship' in this definition includes relationships that would not meet the definition of 'de facto partner' in R2.1.20. The difference is that in this definition, de facto relationships may exist irrespective of duration.

F5.5.5 Definition of 'lawfully and permanently in New Zealand'

People who are lawfully and permanently in New Zealand are:

1. citizens of New Zealand, or
2. holders of New Zealand residence permits, or
3. holders of current New Zealand returning resident's visas, or
4. citizens of Australia, and
5. actually residing in New Zealand.

Effective 01/10/2001