The Dannevirke Work and Income service centre is closing temporarily on November 22 to
improve "privacy and security" for clients, community liaison Sandra Crosbie says.
The centre would be divided into zones with one space for staff only, a space where staff can talk with clients face to face, and a dedicated employment space in front.
She said the upgrade would make the service centre more pleasant and modern looking, with new furnishings and surroundings.
There would also be a flexi-desk style of working, which meant case managers would generally not be at only one desk during the day.
"They can move to other workspaces," Crosbie said.