Source: New Zealand Ministry for Vulnerable Children
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Care standards- Cabinet paper release
We’re proactively releasing the Cabinet paper and Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) on national care standards.
Powerful letter of thanks
A teenager in the care of Oranga Tamariki writes to his social worker, thanking her for the massive difference she’s made in his life over the years.
Gráinne’s update – April 18
Gráinne talks about the first year as Oranga Tamariki and what’s next in our journey ahead
National care standards update
National care standards are being developed through wide consultation with care-experienced children and young people, whānau, caregivers and more.
Achievements from year one
View some of our achievements and progress from year one
A powerful partnership
A special agreement between the Taupō Collective including Oranga Tamariki and Te Waiariki Iwi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa will improve outcomes for tamariki and whānau.
Made with love
Children in care know they’re thought about wherever they are, thanks to the generosity of a local group of quilters in Napier.
Excellence In Foster Care Awards
Ten extraordinary caregivers received their Excellence in Foster Care Awards at a ceremony at Parliament.
Te Tai Tokerau welcomes Rangatahi Court
A new Rangatahi Court in Whangārei will make a big difference for young Māori in Te Tai Tokerau.
Seeking help helps
Shaquille’s life could have been much different today if his nana didn’t seek help.
Waitangi Day
Our people were at Waitangi representing Oranga Tamariki and sharing aroha as thousands of people gathered for our national day.
Gráinne’s update – February 18
Gráinne talks about what’s coming up and Children’s Day
All children count!
The lead up to Census Day gives us a chance to help tamariki and rangatahi explore their whakapapa. Everyone has a story, and everyone counts!
No task too tough for Tia!
Tiamaaria Wehi is an inspiring young woman whose actions speak much louder than her words.
More funding for tamariki
Minister for Children Tracey Martin has announced additional funding to expand our initiatives to better support our tamariki.
Meet our new social workers
Recruitment for more people at the frontline continues as we focus on putting tamariki at the heart of everything we do.