The different parts of New Zealand Government

Prime Minister: The leader of the party with the most seats in parliament, so he or she has to be supported by the majority of MPs.

Cabinet Minister: They have special responsibilities for running government departments, such as Treasury, the Ministry of Education or the Ministry of Youth Development.

Head of State: She(Queen Elizabeth II) appoints a Governor-General as her representative.

Governor-General: The Governor-General summons Parliament, appoints Cabinet Ministers, and approves any bill passed by parliament before it becomes law. He/she follows the advice of the Government and does not get involved in the party politics.