Tamariki are the greatest teachers
Sharon and Tame are caregivers, teachers and mentors in Ruakaka helping tamariki overcome trauma and learn about their true self and culture.
News
Celebrating our caregivers
It’s Foster Care Awareness Week and we’re celebrating our incredible caregivers.
Gráinne's Update - February 2019
Chief Executive Gráinne Moss talks about how Oranga Tamariki is moving towards a new operating model in preparation for new legislation.
Collaboration in Kāpiti
A collaboration between Oranga Tamariki, Police and Kāpiti Youth Service has been celebrated after a year-long pilot.
Connection to whakapapa
How the Kairaranga-a-whānau role is connecting tamariki to their whānau, hapu and iwi.
Higher aspirations for Ngāpuhi tamariki
A Strategic Partnership Agreement has been signed with Te Rūnanga-Ā-Iwi O Ngāpuhi to better support Ngāpuhi tamariki and whānau.
Gráinne's Update - December 2018
Chief Executive Gráinne Moss reflects on the progress made in 2018 and the opportunities ahead.
Changes I want to make
Lakiesha Cummings talks about her journey from being in care to studying to be a social worker.
Exceptional rangatahi recognised
Activities and a moving awards ceremony brought together twenty exceptional care-experienced young people for The Prime Minister's Oranga Tamariki Awards.
Gráinne's Update - November 2018
Chief Executive Gráinne Moss talks about the signing of a new agreement with Ngāi Tahu, recognising public service, and the Royal Commission announcement.
Our Māori Cultural Framework
Introducing our Māori Cultural Framework, designed in partnership with others, for all of Oranga Tamariki.
Preventing family harm
An interagency team in the Horowhenua has won a Department of Corrections Bronze award for its efforts to help prevent family harm.
Everyday superhero
Nelson-based mentor Sean Thomas champions the role of an everyday superhero.
Royal Commission of Inquiry
Information about the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Historical Abuse in State Care and in the Care of Faith-based Institutions, and the role Oranga Tamariki
Gráinne's update - October 2018
Chief Executive Gráinne Moss highlights two major events for Oranga Tamariki - the first Annual Report, and our inaugral hui with iwi and Māori organisations.
Teddies for tamariki
Children in Manawatū experiencing anxiety will be comforted by weighted teddy bears after a generous donation from a local charitable trust.