READER REPORT: Treated like a criminal for being on a benefitTIM GOUW/UNSPLASH Being on a benefit has been the hardest and most degrading experience of my life. That's the only way I can describe my experience of receiving a benefit. Every time I have to go into a Work and Income appointment or speak to anyone I am treated like an idiot or a criminal. Your experience of receiving a benefit Share your stories, photos and videos. * Compared to Australia, the NZ benefit system is brilliantI often can't afford to feed my family.

Source: Stuff July 25, 2017 01:52 UTC