The New Zealand Superannuation and Veteran's Pension Legislation Amendment Bill is an important step in ensuring our superannuation system reflects our contemporary society. From 9 November 2020, different rates of superannuation will continue to be paid based on whether a person is single or in a relationship, but someone will not be able to receive superannuation because their partner does. They will need to meet the age and residence criteria themselves unless they are already included in their partner's superannuation at the time the bill commences. If someone receives a Government-administered overseas pension, it will continue to be deducted from their own New Zealand superannuation or veteran's pension, but if one partner in a couple gets an overseas pension, the bill means that it won't be deducted from their partner's superannuation unless one partner is included as a non-qualified partner. These changes reflect the change we've seen in society away from the male breadwinner model, where women were not expected to work outside the home and would be dependent on someone who might be forced to retire at pension age. They reinforce the core settings and purpose of New Zealand superannuation and veteran's pension while contributing to their sustainability.