We are dedicated to supporting any child in New Zealand whose wellbeing is at significant risk of harm.
We also work with young people who may have offended or are likely to offend.
News
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Through the generosity of the Air New Zealand Manaaki Fund, 10 tamariki living in Oranga Tamariki group homes in Whangārei got to experience the capital city for the first time, with many other firsts being ticked off along the way.
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Owning a toothbrush might be seen as a right to most people. But for some young people in Tairāwhiti, it’s a luxury item they are pleased to have access to thanks to a partnership between Oranga Tamariki and Rapid Relief Team.
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In Hawke’s Bay, 1 social worker is redefining what relational practice looks like, running 33 kilometres alongside rangatahi to build trust, resilience, and connection.
Feedback and complaints
We are keen to hear about your experience with us. Do you have ideas on how we can improve our service?
Research
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The topic of this seminar is youth justice in a changing international landscape: Trends, evidence and promising approaches.
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If you’ve cared for a child whose parent or caregiver is in prison, we’d like to hear about your experience.
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This research seminar discusses the reasons for substance use and how to respond. We focus on creating better support for children in care and their whānau.
Online resource for practitioners
The Practice Centre is an online resource aimed primarily at Oranga Tamariki practitioners.
It details what we must do, how to do it and more to help guide and support our work with children, young people and their families.
Ending family violence and sexual violence
Te Aorerekura is a national strategy. It aims to end family violence and sexual violence through united action across government.
We are a key agency and board member helping to lead this work.
Advocacy for children in care
If you are a child or young person in care, you can connect with VOYCE. They are an independent advocacy service separate from Oranga Tamariki who can support you and be on your side
They also organise events for kids with care experience to connect.
Social worker recruitment
We're leading a new way of working to support tamariki and rangatahi who need care.
We have social worker positions available now. We invite dedicated and passionate social workers to apply to play a part in changing the way Aotearoa New Zealand protects tamariki.