Principles Guidance
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Section 01
Kupu whakataki Introduction
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Section 02
Te Noho Taiapa Political Neutrality
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Section 03
Tohutohu Hāngai Free and Frank Advice
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Section 04
Kopounga Whai-painga Merit-based Appointments
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Section 05
Kāwanatanga Tuwhera Open Government
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Section 06
Kaitiakitanga Stewardship
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Appendix
Rārangi kupu Glossary
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Appendix
Rārangi kupu mō te reo Māori Te reo Māori glossary
New Zealand’s public service principles are central to the way we deliver services and outcomes for New Zealanders. They help to preserve public trust and confidence in our ability to serve current and future governments.
The five principles are: