Formats and related files
APPROPRIATION MINISTER(S): Minister of Defence (M22), Minister of Veterans' Affairs (M75)
APPROPRIATION ADMINISTRATOR: New Zealand Defence Force
RESPONSIBLE MINISTER FOR NEW ZEALAND DEFENCE FORCE: Minister of Defence
Details of Appropriations and Capital Injections#
Annual and Permanent Appropriations#
2014/15 | |||
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Titles and Scopes of Appropriations by Appropriation Type | Estimates Budget $000 |
Supplementary Estimates Budget $000 |
Total Budget $000 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Air Force Capabilities Prepared for Joint Operations and Other Tasks (M22)This appropriation is limited to the generation of Air Force capabilities that achieve the levels of readiness for military operations and other tasks as directed by the Government of New Zealand. |
743,948 | (6,648) | 737,300 |
Army Capabilities Prepared for Joint Operations and Other Tasks (M22)This appropriation is limited to the generation of Army capabilities that achieve the levels of readiness for military operations and other tasks as directed by the Government of New Zealand. |
724,527 | (24,527) | 700,000 |
Navy Capabilities Prepared for Joint Operations and Other Tasks (M22)This appropriation is limited to the generation of Navy capabilities that achieve the levels of readiness for military operations and other tasks as directed by the Government of New Zealand. |
474,463 | (20,463) | 454,000 |
Total Departmental Output Expenses |
1,942,938 | (51,638) | 1,891,300 |
Departmental Capital Expenditure |
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New Zealand Defence Force - Capital Expenditure PLA (M22)This appropriation is limited to the purchase or development of assets by and for the use of the New Zealand Defence Force, as authorised by section 24(1) of the Public Finance Act 1989. |
726,090 | (177,886) | 548,204 |
Total Departmental Capital Expenditure |
726,090 | (177,886) | 548,204 |
Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
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Development and Maintenance of Services Cemeteries (M75)This appropriation is limited to the development and maintenance of Services Cemeteries. |
746 | - | 746 |
Support for Veterans and Their Families (M75)This appropriation is limited to providing for the support of veterans and their families. This includes the provision of counselling for veterans' families, the reimbursement of out of pocket expenses for veterans' children with specified conditions; additional support for veterans to facilitate them remaining in their own homes for as long as possible; additional support to facilitate veterans' rehabilitation; support for the surviving partner after the death of the veteran and for the provision of grants to Non-Government Organisations for the support of veterans and their families. |
1,027 | 100 | 1,127 |
Total Non-Departmental Output Expenses |
1,773 | 100 | 1,873 |
Benefits or Related Expenses |
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Assessments, Treatment & Rehabilitation (M75)This appropriation is limited to the payment of the costs of assessments, treatment (including associated aids and appliances), and social and vocational rehabilitation provided for under the Veterans' Support Act 2014 and associated regulations. |
- | 10,045 | 10,045 |
Medical Treatment (M75)This appropriation is limited to the payment of assessment costs as set out in the War Pensions Regulations 1956 for War Disablement Pension applications and reviews, medical treatment costs for accepted service-related disabilities, and the costs of appliances and aids required as a result of an accepted disability. |
14,640 | (7,639) | 7,001 |
Special Annuities (M75)This appropriation is limited to paying annuities authorised by Cabinet to recognise a special contribution by the recipient to New Zealand society. |
37 | 1 | 38 |
Veterans Support Entitlement (M75)This appropriation is limited to the payment of entitlements (in respect of the impairment or death of veterans determined to be related to qualifying operational service occurring at any time or qualifying routine service occurring prior to 1 April 1974) to veterans and their spouses, partners, children and dependants under the Veterans' Support Act 2014 and associated regulations and to the provision for grandparented loans of the differential between 3% or 5% Rehabilitation Loan rate and the current market rate as set out in the Rehabilitation Act 1941 for interest concessions on land and buildings. |
- | 67,538 | 67,538 |
War Disablement Pensions (M75)This appropriation is limited to the payment of War Disablement Pensions to ex-service people who have a disability attributable to, or aggravated by, service in a declared war or emergency at any time, or in routine service prior to 1 April 1974 as set out in the War Pensions Act 1954, the payment of Surviving Spouse Pensions as set out in the War Pensions Act 1954 and the payment of allowances as set out in the War Pensions Act 1954 and the War Pensions Regulations 1956. This appropriation is also limited to the provision for grandparented loans of the differential between the 3% or 5% Rehabilitation Loan rate and the current market rate as set out in the Rehabilitation Act 1941 for interest concessions on land and buildings. |
118,892 | (68,276) | 50,616 |
Total Benefits or Related Expenses |
133,569 | 1,669 | 135,238 |
Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
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Debt Write-Down for Benefits and Other Unrequited Expenses (M75)This appropriation is limited to the write-down of Crown debtors administered by the New Zealand Defence Force due to the requirement to comply with Crown accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles. |
250 | - | 250 |
Ex-Gratia Payments and Comprehensive Medical Assessments for Vietnam Veterans (M75)This appropriation is limited to the ex-gratia payments to Vietnam veterans and/or members of their family with accepted conditions and for the annual comprehensive medical assessments for Vietnam veterans. |
1,100 | (100) | 1,000 |
Fair Value Write Down on Veteran Trust Loans and Thirty-Year Endowment (M75)This appropriation is limited to providing for the fair value write down on the Veteran Trust loans and the thirty-year endowment to the Vietnam Veterans and their Families Trust. |
203 | 2,725 | 2,928 |
Total Non-Departmental Other Expenses |
1,553 | 2,625 | 4,178 |
Multi-Category Expenses and Capital Expenditure |
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Advice to the Government MCA (M22)The overarching purpose of this appropriation is to support Ministers in discharging their portfolio responsibilities. |
10,765 | 1 | 10,766 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Policy AdviceThis category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on Government policy matters relating to defence and the NZDF. |
5,163 | - | 5,163 |
Situational AwarenessThis category is limited to the provision of effective military intelligence services to the Government in support of decision-making for the defence and security of New Zealand. |
3,698 | 1 | 3,699 |
Supporting MinistersThis category is limited to the provision of services to Ministers to enable them to discharge their portfolio (other than policy decision-making) responsibilities. |
1,904 | - | 1,904 |
Operations Contributing to New Zealand's Security, Stability and Interests MCA (M22)The overarching purpose of this appropriation is the employment of New Zealand's Armed Forces overseas at the Government's direction. |
27,383 | (1) | 27,382 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Military Operations in Support of a Rules-Based International OrderThis category is limited to the costs of generating operational military capabilities and the employment of the New Zealand Armed Forces for the conduct of operations, as directed by the Government. |
23,276 | 2,706 | 25,982 |
Military Operations that Contribute to Regional SecurityThis category is limited to the costs of providing specialised support to all-of-government efforts to maintain security and stability in New Zealand's immediate neighbourhood including responses to events that impact on the safety and wellbeing of regional populations, as directed by the Government. |
4,107 | (2,707) | 1,400 |
Policy Advice And Other Services For Veterans MCA (M75)The overarching purpose of this appropriation is to provide policy advice and other support to Ministers in discharging their policy decision-making and other portfolio responsibilities, and the provision of services and payments to veterans. |
9,232 | 1,268 | 10,500 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Administration ServicesThis category is limited to the provision of services to Ministers to enable them to discharge their portfolio (other than policy decision-making) responsibilities, the coordination of commemorations, the provision of administration services to relevant boards and committees and the administration of contracts for service for maintenance and development work carried out in Service Cemeteries. |
2,720 | 280 | 3,000 |
Policy AdviceThis category is limited to the provision of policy advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to Veterans' Affairs. |
220 | 280 | 500 |
Services and Payments to VeteransThis category is limited to the assessment, review and payment of entitlements and benefits (War Disablement Pensions and related concessions, and allowances and Surviving Spouse Pensions), the assessment and review of entitlement for burial in Service Cemeteries, the installation of ex-service memorials for eligible veterans, and the provision of case management for veterans and their families. |
6,292 | 708 | 7,000 |
Protection of New Zealand and New Zealanders MCA (M22)The overarching purpose of this appropriation is to protect New Zealand's sovereignty and provide security and other services for New Zealanders. |
379,729 | 17,250 | 396,979 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Assistance to the Civil Power and Provision of a Public Service in Emergency SituationsThis category is limited to the costs of specialist military capabilities and Defence Force resources provided to the civil power in an emergency and for urgent work of national importance. |
59,049 | 4,951 | 64,000 |
Defence International EngagementThis category is limited to the provision of services and utility of the Defence Force to support foreign policy objectives that strengthen security and avert conflict. |
94,669 | (8,221) | 86,448 |
Defence Support to the CommunityThis category is limited to the costs of providing Defence Force resources for the betterment of the community at large and to inform the public's awareness of the proficiency and practice of the Armed Forces. |
45,027 | 1,348 | 46,375 |
Military Assistance to Civil Authorities in Non-Emergency SituationsThis category is limited to the costs of Defence Force resources, services and non-emergency assistance periodically provided to the Government and civil authorities. |
32,180 | 976 | 33,156 |
Resource and Border Protection OperationsThis category is limited to the sharing of information and provision of resources to support all-of-government efforts to protect New Zealand's borders and offshore maritime interests. |
148,804 | 18,196 | 167,000 |
Total Multi-Category Expenses and Capital Expenditure |
427,109 | 18,518 | 445,627 |
Total Annual and Permanent Appropriations |
3,233,032 | (206,612) | 3,026,420 |
Capital Injection Authorisations#
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates Budget $000 |
Supplementary Estimates Budget $000 |
Total Budget $000 |
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New Zealand Defence Force - Capital Injection (M22) | 20,100 | - | 20,100 |
Supporting Information#
Part 1 - Vote as a Whole#
1.2 - Trends in the Vote
Summary of Financial Activity
2014/15 | |||||
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Supplementary Estimates | |||||
Estimates $000 |
Departmental Transactions $000 |
Non-Departmental Transactions $000 |
Total Transactions $000 |
Total $000 |
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Appropriations |
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Output Expenses | 1,944,711 | (51,638) | 100 | (51,538) | 1,893,173 |
Benefits or Related Expenses | 133,569 | N/A | 1,669 | 1,669 | 135,238 |
Borrowing Expenses | - | - | - | - | - |
Other Expenses | 1,553 | - | 2,625 | 2,625 | 4,178 |
Capital Expenditure | 726,090 | (177,886) | - | (177,886) | 548,204 |
Intelligence and Security Department Expenses and Capital Expenditure | - | - | N/A | - | - |
Multi-Category Expenses and Capital Expenditure (MCA) | |||||
Output Expenses | 427,109 | 18,518 | - | 18,518 | 445,627 |
Other Expenses | - | - | - | - | - |
Capital Expenditure | - | N/A | - | - | - |
Total Appropriations |
3,233,032 | (211,006) | 4,394 | (206,612) | 3,026,420 |
Crown Revenue and Capital Receipts |
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Tax Revenue | - | N/A | - | - | - |
Non-Tax Revenue | - | N/A | - | - | - |
Capital Receipts | - | N/A | - | - | - |
Total Crown Revenue and Capital Receipts |
- | N/A | - | - | - |
1.4 - Reconciliation of Changes in Appropriation Structure
Estimates | 2014/15 (Estimates) $000 |
Supplementary Estimates (Changes during the year) |
Amount Moved $000 |
New Structure | 2014/15 (Restated) $000 |
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War Disablement Pensions | 118,892 | To Veterans Support Entitlement | (67,103) | War Disablement Pensions | 50,616 |
- | Reductions due to forecast changes | (1,173) | |||
Veterans Support Entitlement | - | Transferred from War Disablement Pensions | 67,103 | Veterans Support Entitlement | 67,538 |
- | Increase due to forecast changes | 425 | |||
Medical Treatment | 14,640 | To Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation | (8,263) | Medical Treatment | 7,001 |
- | Increase due to forecast changes | 624 | |||
Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation | - | Transferred from Medical Treatment | 8,263 | Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation | 10,045 |
- | Increase due to forecast changes | 1,782 |
Explanations of the reasons for changing the appropriation structure are noted in the details of each appropriation in Parts 2-4.
Part 2 - Details of Departmental Appropriations#
2.1 - Departmental Output Expenses
Air Force Capabilities Prepared for Joint Operations and Other Tasks (M22)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses and Revenue
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | 743,948 | (6,648) | 737,300 |
Revenue from the Crown | 741,974 | (6,880) | 735,094 |
Revenue from Others | 1,974 | 232 | 2,206 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $6.648 million to $737.300 million for 2014/15 due to:
- refinements in the allocation to outputs resulting in a transfer of $785,000, and
- an expense transfer of depreciation to out-years of $5.863 million.
Army Capabilities Prepared for Joint Operations and Other Tasks (M22)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses and Revenue
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | 724,527 | (24,527) | 700,000 |
Revenue from the Crown | 723,644 | (24,627) | 699,017 |
Revenue from Others | 883 | 100 | 983 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $24.527 million to $700 million for 2014/15 due to:
- refinements in the allocation to outputs resulting in a transfer of $22.230 million, and
- an expense transfer of depreciation to out-years of $2.297 million.
Navy Capabilities Prepared for Joint Operations and Other Tasks (M22)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses and Revenue
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | 474,463 | (20,463) | 454,000 |
Revenue from the Crown | 473,140 | (20,347) | 452,793 |
Revenue from Others | 1,323 | (116) | 1,207 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decrease by $20.463 million to $454 million for 2014/15 due to:
- an expense transfer of depreciation to out-years of $26.250 million, and
- offset by refinements in the allocation to outputs resulting in a transfer of $5.787 million.
2.3 - Departmental Capital Expenditure and Capital Injections
New Zealand Defence Force - Capital Expenditure PLA (M22)
Scope of Appropriation
Capital Expenditure
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Forests/Agricultural | - | - | - |
Land | - | - | - |
Property, Plant and Equipment | 709,822 | (168,718) | 541,104 |
Intangibles | 16,268 | (9,168) | 7,100 |
Other | - | - | - |
Total Appropriation |
726,090 | (177,886) | 548,204 |
How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements
Expenditure supports the delivery of the department's output performance measures in accordance with the Defence Mid-Point Rebalancing Review for 2014/15.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $177.900 million to $548.200 million for 2014/15. This decrease relates to the deferral of capital projects to the 2015/16 financial year.
Capital Injections and Movements in Departmental Net Assets
New Zealand Defence Force
Details of Net Asset Schedule | 2014/15 Main Estimates Projections $000 |
2014/15 Supplementary Estimates Projections $000 |
Explanation of Projected Movements in 2014/15 |
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Opening Balance | 5,442,268 | 5,446,475 | Supplementary Estimates opening balance reflects the audited results as at 30 June 2014. |
Capital Injections | 20,100 | 20,100 | Capital injection to fund Project Protector Remediation. |
Capital Withdrawals | - | - | |
Surplus to be Retained (Deficit Incurred) | - | - | |
Other Movements | - | - | |
Closing Balance |
5,462,368 | 5,466,575 |
Part 3 - Details of Non-Departmental Appropriations#
3.1 - Non-Departmental Output Expenses
Support for Veterans and Their Families (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation increased by $100,000 to $1.127 million for 2014/15 due to increased demand for services.
3.2 - Non-Departmental Benefits or Related Expenses
Assessments, Treatment & Rehabilitation (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | - | 10,045 | 10,045 |
What is Intended to be Achieved with this Appropriation
This appropriation is intended to achieve support services to all veterans with qualifying routine or operational services and for up to one year, the surviving spouse or partner of a veteran whose death is attributable to service.
How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements
An exemption was granted under 15D(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Finance Act 1989 as performance information is unlikely to be informative.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation replaces the former Benefits or Related Expenses - Medical Treatment from 7 December 2014 due to the commencement of Veterans' Support Act 2014.
Medical Treatment (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | 14,640 | (7,639) | 7,001 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $7.639 million to $7.001 million for 2014/15 as Medical Treatment ceases on 7 December 2014 and has been transferred to a new appropriation: Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation.
Special Annuities (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | 37 | 1 | 38 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation increased by $1,000 to $38,000 for 2014/15 as a result of a forecast update.
Veterans Support Entitlement (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | - | 67,538 | 67,538 |
What is Intended to be Achieved with this Appropriation
This appropriation is intended to achieve support services to all veterans with qualifying routine or operational service and for up to one year, the surviving spouse or partner of a veteran whose death is attributable to service.
How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements
This appropriation is exempt from performance reporting due to an exemption under 15D(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Finance Act 1989 as performance information is unlikely to be informative.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
The appropriation replaces the former Benefits or Related Expenses - War Disablement Pensions from 7 December 2014 due to the commencement of Veterans' Support Act 2014.
War Disablement Pensions (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Expenses
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation | 118,892 | (68,276) | 50,616 |
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $68.276 million to $50.616 million for 2014/15. The decrease relates to appropriation funding being moved to Veterans Support Entitlement appropriation.
3.4 - Non-Departmental Other Expenses
Ex-Gratia Payments and Comprehensive Medical Assessments for Vietnam Veterans (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $100,000 to $1 million for 2014/15 due to a forecast update.
Fair Value Write Down on Veteran Trust Loans and Thirty-Year Endowment (M75)
Scope of Appropriation
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation increased by $2.725 million to allow for the one-off impairment of the veterans trusts' loan. This impairment was required to comply with generally accepted accounting practice.
Part 4 - Details of Multi-Category Expenses and Capital Expenditure#
Multi-Category Expenses and Capital Expenditure
Advice to the Government (M22)
Overarching Purpose Statement
Scope of Appropriation
Departmental Output Expenses
Policy Advice
This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on Government policy matters relating to defence and the NZDF.
Situational Awareness
This category is limited to the provision of effective military intelligence services to the Government in support of decision-making for the defence and security of New Zealand.
Supporting Ministers
This category is limited to the provision of services to Ministers to enable them to discharge their portfolio (other than policy decision-making) responsibilities.
Expenses, Revenue and Capital Expenditure
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation |
10,765 | 1 | 10,766 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Policy Advice | 5,163 | - | 5,163 |
Situational Awareness | 3,698 | 1 | 3,699 |
Supporting Ministers | 1,904 | - | 1,904 |
Funding for Departmental Output Expenses |
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Revenue from the Crown |
10,765 | 1 | 10,766 |
Policy Advice | 5,163 | - | 5,163 |
Situational Awareness | 3,698 | 1 | 3,699 |
Supporting Ministers | 1,904 | - | 1,904 |
Revenue from Others |
- | - | - |
Policy Advice | - | - | - |
Situational Awareness | - | - | - |
Supporting Ministers | - | - | - |
What is Intended to be Achieved with this Appropriation
The appropriation is intended to achieve the provision of policy advice, situational awareness and support to Ministers in discharging their portfolio responsibilities.
End of Year Performance Reporting
Performance will be reported to the Chief of Defence in the NZDF Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2015 to be presented to the House.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation increased by $1,000 to $10.766 million for 2014/15 due to an update of the output allocation model.
Operations Contributing to New Zealand's Security, Stability and Interests (M22)
Overarching Purpose Statement
Scope of Appropriation
Departmental Output Expenses
Military Operations in Support of a Rules-Based International Order
This category is limited to the costs of generating operational military capabilities and the employment of the New Zealand Armed Forces for the conduct of operations, as directed by the Government.
Military Operations that Contribute to Regional Security
This category is limited to the costs of providing specialised support to all-of-government efforts to maintain security and stability in New Zealand's immediate neighbourhood including responses to events that impact on the safety and wellbeing of regional populations, as directed by the Government.
Expenses, Revenue and Capital Expenditure
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation |
27,383 | (1) | 27,382 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Military Operations in Support of a Rules-Based International Order | 23,276 | 2,706 | 25,982 |
Military Operations that Contribute to Regional Security | 4,107 | (2,707) | 1,400 |
Funding for Departmental Output Expenses |
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Revenue from the Crown |
27,074 | - | 27,074 |
Military Operations in Support of a Rules-Based International Order | 23,012 | 2,707 | 25,719 |
Military Operations that Contribute to Regional Security | 4,062 | (2,707) | 1,355 |
Revenue from Others |
309 | (1) | 308 |
Military Operations in Support of a Rules-Based International Order | 264 | (1) | 263 |
Military Operations that Contribute to Regional Security | 45 | - | 45 |
What is Intended to be Achieved with this Appropriation
This appropriation is intended to enhance all of government capacity to respond to regional crises and contribute to military operations in support of a rules-based international order.
End of Year Performance Reporting
Performance will be reported by the Chief of Defence in the NZDF Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2015 to be presented to the House.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation decreased by $1,000 to $27.382 million for 2014/15 due to an update of the output allocation model.
Policy Advice And Other Services For Veterans (M75)
Overarching Purpose Statement
Scope of Appropriation
Departmental Output Expenses
Administration Services
This category is limited to the provision of services to Ministers to enable them to discharge their portfolio (other than policy decision-making) responsibilities, the coordination of commemorations, the provision of administration services to relevant boards and committees and the administration of contracts for service for maintenance and development work carried out in Service Cemeteries.
Policy Advice
This category is limited to the provision of policy advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to Veterans' Affairs.
Services and Payments to Veterans
This category is limited to the assessment, review and payment of entitlements and benefits (War Disablement Pensions and related concessions, and allowances and Surviving Spouse Pensions), the assessment and review of entitlement for burial in Service Cemeteries, the installation of ex-service memorials for eligible veterans, and the provision of case management for veterans and their families.
Expenses, Revenue and Capital Expenditure
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation |
9,232 | 1,268 | 10,500 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Administration Services | 2,720 | 280 | 3,000 |
Policy Advice | 220 | 280 | 500 |
Services and Payments to Veterans | 6,292 | 708 | 7,000 |
Funding for Departmental Output Expenses |
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Revenue from the Crown |
8,755 | 1,268 | 10,023 |
Administration Services | 2,720 | 280 | 3,000 |
Policy Advice | 220 | 280 | 500 |
Services and Payments to Veterans | 5,815 | 708 | 6,523 |
Revenue from Others |
477 | - | 477 |
Administration Services | - | - | - |
Policy Advice | - | - | - |
Services and Payments to Veterans | 477 | - | 477 |
What is Intended to be Achieved with this Appropriation
This appropriation is intended to achieve the provision of policy advice, other support to Ministers in discharging their policy decision making and other portfolio responsibilities, and the provision of services and payments to Veterans.
End of Year Performance Reporting
Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Chief of Defence Force in the NZDF Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2015 to be presented to the House.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation increased by $1.268 million to $10.500 million for 2014/15 due to refinements in the outputs allocation model.
Protection of New Zealand and New Zealanders (M22)
Overarching Purpose Statement
Scope of Appropriation
Departmental Output Expenses
Assistance to the Civil Power and Provision of a Public Service in Emergency Situations
This category is limited to the costs of specialist military capabilities and Defence Force resources provided to the civil power in an emergency and for urgent work of national importance.
Defence International Engagement
This category is limited to the provision of services and utility of the Defence Force to support foreign policy objectives that strengthen security and avert conflict.
Defence Support to the Community
This category is limited to the costs of providing Defence Force resources for the betterment of the community at large and to inform the public's awareness of the proficiency and practice of the Armed Forces.
Military Assistance to Civil Authorities in Non-Emergency Situations
This category is limited to the costs of Defence Force resources, services and non-emergency assistance periodically provided to the Government and civil authorities.
Resource and Border Protection Operations
This category is limited to the sharing of information and provision of resources to support all-of-government efforts to protect New Zealand's borders and offshore maritime interests.
Expenses, Revenue and Capital Expenditure
2014/15 | |||
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Estimates $000 |
Supplementary Estimates $000 |
Total $000 |
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Total Appropriation |
379,729 | 17,250 | 396,979 |
Departmental Output Expenses |
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Assistance to the Civil Power and Provision of a Public Service in Emergency Situations | 59,049 | 4,951 | 64,000 |
Defence International Engagement | 94,669 | (8,221) | 86,448 |
Defence Support to the Community | 45,027 | 1,348 | 46,375 |
Military Assistance to Civil Authorities in Non-Emergency Situations | 32,180 | 976 | 33,156 |
Resource and Border Protection Operations | 148,804 | 18,196 | 167,000 |
Funding for Departmental Output Expenses |
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Revenue from the Crown |
368,178 | 15,922 | 384,100 |
Assistance to the Civil Power and Provision of a Public Service in Emergency Situations | 58,987 | 4,946 | 63,933 |
Defence International Engagement | 92,026 | (8,223) | 83,803 |
Defence Support to the Community | 36,728 | (10) | 36,718 |
Military Assistance to Civil Authorities in Non-Emergency Situations | 32,180 | 975 | 33,155 |
Resource and Border Protection Operations | 148,257 | 18,234 | 166,491 |
Revenue from Others |
11,551 | 1,328 | 12,879 |
Assistance to the Civil Power and Provision of a Public Service in Emergency Situations | 62 | 5 | 67 |
Defence International Engagement | 2,643 | 2 | 2,645 |
Defence Support to the Community | 8,299 | 1,358 | 9,657 |
Military Assistance to Civil Authorities in Non-Emergency Situations | - | 1 | 1 |
Resource and Border Protection Operations | 547 | (38) | 509 |
What is Intended to be Achieved with this Appropriation
This appropriation is intended to contribute to the protection of New Zealand's sovereignty and the provision of security for New Zealanders.
End of Year Performance Reporting
Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Chief of Defence Force in the NZDF Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2015 to be presented to the House.
Reasons for Change in Appropriation
This appropriation increased by $17.250 million to $396.979 million for 2014/15. This increase relates to refinements in the allocation to outputs, and a transfer forward of depreciation.