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The Ombudsman helps New Zealanders deal with public sector agencies. They handle complaints, undertake investigations and inspections, and encourage good administration.
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The Ombudsman is an independent Officer of Parliament. They are not part of the Government. The Ombudsman is appointed by Parliament to investigate complaints about public sector agencies.

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