Breaking them down by age groups, there are three broad categories of main benefit:
Youth support – If you’re 16 or 17, you may qualify for the Youth Payment. If you’re under 20, you may qualify for the Young Parent Payment.
Working-age adults – If you’re between 18 and 65 you may qualify for Jobseeker Support, Sole Parent Support or the Supported Living Payment.
65 and over – If you’re 65 or older you may be eligible for New Zealand Superannuation.