Media releases

Statement from Chief Children's Commissioner on the school lunch programme

Media Releases 26 February 2025

More children being abused in care shows State agencies must work together now

Media Releases 20 February 2025

We’re failing on child poverty reduction, but it's not too late for action

Media Releases 31 January 2025

Collaboration at Waitangi will create space for mokopuna and whānau to share what matters most to them

Media Releases 17 December 2024

Bold leadership and investment urgently needed to address persistent child poverty

Media Releases 24 November 2024

Children and young people share vital insights on healing from family violence and sexual violence in new report

Media Releases 22 November 2024

Oversight of oranga tamariki system agencies welcome establishment of Child Protection Investigation Unit

Media Releases 21 November 2024

“You need to get in early – as soon as you see people struggling” – snapshot of children’s voices reflects new data on food insecurity and poverty

Media Releases 12 November 2024

National apology an important step, must be followed by action so all children are safe

Media Releases 5 November 2024

Upcoming legislative changes to Mana Mokopuna – Children and Young People’s Commission

Media Releases 22 October 2024

Continuation of school lunch programme welcomed, needs regular evaluation informed by children, young people, whānau, schools and communities

Media Releases 15 October 2024

Inquiry into Oranga Tamariki contracting processes a chance to look at how government decisions are working for children