Choose an adult you trust. This could be a family member, a friend, or the Public Trustee. Your attorney must agree to take on the role and sign the document.

You can appoint more than one attorney if you choose.

An attorney manages your financial decisions if you cannot. This may include:

• managing bank accounts and paying bills
• handling property and investments
• managing tax matters
• dealing with government and other organisations

Your attorney must act in your best interests, follow your wishes where possible, keep clear records, and keep your finances separate from their own.

The role can be complex and time‑consuming, so it’s important to choose someone who is reliable and organised.