Media releases

The State must make real the National Care Standards for all children and young people in care

Media Releases 28 February 2026

47,000 more children in hardship since 2022: a sobering backdrop to New Zealand Children’s Day

Media Releases 26 February 2026

Still no progress for children living in material hardship - Children's Commissioner demanding urgent action

Media Releases 18 February 2026

Oversight agencies call for faster change to keep children safe following second review by Independent Children’s Monitor

Media Releases 16 February 2026

Children’s Commissioner welcomes change to allow trained staff to administer life-saving medications in Oranga Tamariki residences

Media Releases 30 January 2026

Waitangi 2026 collaboration invites mokopuna and whānau to play and create

Media Releases 2 January 2026

Children's Commissioner honours legacy of Dame Karen Poutasi

Media Releases 8 December 2025

Children’s Commissioner launches urgent nationwide advocacy campaign

Media Releases 22 October 2025

Oversight agencies call for urgent and continued focus on safety of children in State care following increase in number of children harmed

Media Releases 9 October 2025

Oversight agencies welcome first step in weaving stronger safety nets for children

Media Releases 3 October 2025

UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture visits New Zealand and urges action over its rising prison population

Media Releases 22 September 2025

Ombudsman finding on children’s safety checks should spur action across children’s system