News
News, stories, and updates about Oranga Tamariki and our partners.
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Caregivers asked to have their say
Caregivers getting Orphan's Benefit (OB) or Unsupported Child's Benefit (UCB) are being asked how they could be better helped to look after the children or young people in their care.
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Te Mātātaki 2021 report released
Oranga Tamariki presents the results of New Zealand’s first national survey of tamariki and rangatahi in care.
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Waitangi Tribunal Urgent Inquiry media statement
Oranga Tamariki acknowledges the Waitangi Tribunal Urgent Inquiry findings
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“Pinepine te Kura” at heart of new partnership
Pinepine te Kura, a traditional Ngāti Kahungunu oriori (lullaby), is the foundation for the new Strategic Partnership Agreement signed between between Oranga Tamariki and Ngāti Kahungunu.
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Rangatahi team up to champion care experiences
Ten rangatahi with diverse care and life experiences have been selected for the 2020-2022 Oranga Tamariki Youth Advisory Group.
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Rangatahi in Napier safe with iwi Trust
Iwi Social Service Provider for the Ahuriri region, Roopu a Iwi Trust, has opened a whare for tamariki and rangatahi in need of emergency care.
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Partnership evolution for whānau in Te Hiku
A vision for all tamariki to be in the safe care of their whānau, hapū and iwi is at the heart of a Strategic Partnership Agreement signed with Te Kahu Oranga Whānau in Kaitaia.
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Update from Sir Wira - our focus remains on tamariki
Sir Wira Gardiner talks about the focus for the next six months.
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Welcoming Sir Wira Gardiner
Sir Wira Gardiner starts the role of acting Secretary for Children and Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children.
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Backing young people to succeed on bail
Breaching bail conditions can have serious consequences for a young person, so the Youth Justice team is increasing its support to help young people successfully complete bail.
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Oranga Tamariki Chief Executive steps down
Gráinne Moss has decided to step down as Secretary for Children and the Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki.
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Toro Atu ō Ringaringa - reach out your hands
Oranga Tamariki has signed its seventh Strategic Partnership Agreement with iwi - with Ngāti Toa Rangatira and Te Rūnanganui o Te Āti Awa ki te Upoko o te Ika.
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Prime Minister’s Oranga Tamariki Awards 2020
The achievements of twenty-seven care experienced young people were celebrated on December 2 at an awards ceremony and special afternoon tea with the Prime Minister.
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Gráinne’s update - December 2020
Gráinne reflects on the year, the challenges and successes of Oranga Tamariki over this time, and what is on the horizon for 2021.
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OCC report - media statement
Oranga Tamariki acknowledges the second part of the Te Kuku o Te Manawa report.
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Oranga Tamariki General Manager receives Public Service Medal
General Manager International Casework and Adoption, Paula Attrill, has received a Public Service Medal for her unrelenting passion for improving the lives of tamariki.
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Horowhenua social worker awarded Civic Honour
Horowhenua caregiver social worker Therase Apatu has a deep social conscience and passion for those facing hardship.
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Supporting whānau to care for te tamaiti
Supporting caregivers is an important part of our work. Hear from one whānau caregiver who says the practical support she’s received has made all the difference.
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No agenda except to help
Our Transition Support Service offers help to young people leaving care. In Palmerston North, Highbury Whānau Centre delivers the service.
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Government Health and Safety Awards 2020
This week we celebrated Tāmaki Makaurau Administrator, Yuet Foong, as she was announced the winner of the 2020 Health and Safety Representative of the Year Award by Government Health and Safety Lead (GHSL).
Published: March 29, 2021 · Updated: March 29, 2021
