Ā Mātou Mahi | Our work
Urgent Need for Clarity on Oranga Tamariki Contracts
Read insights on Oranga Tamariki’s contract uncertainty and its impact on vulnerable children.
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NZCCSS tells the UN that Aotearoa New Zealand is failing older people
Press Release Older people in this country are not being prioritised, and specific action must be taken immediately to better…
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Briefings to Ministers (BIMs)
NZCCSS Briefings to Incoming Ministers (BIMs) following the 2023 General Election.
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A Tale of Two Whānau – The Effects of the Aged Care Crisis
A visual narrative on how aged care impacts families across the wealth spectrum
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Aged Care Continuum
Aged care in Aotearoa: A visual guide from least to most intensive third-party involvement
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Under 5s Basic Health and Welfare Thematic Report
Collaborative report on child health in NZ to the UN committee on the rights of the child
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Budget 2024 Social Services Analysis
We closely review Budget 2024, aiming to find the small line items that matter to our sector.
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The Fast-Track Approvals Bill - Submission to Chairperson of the Environment Committee
Deep concerns around the Fast Track Approvals Bill
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Inquiry into the 2023 General Election - Submission to the Justice Committee
Feedback on the 2023 General Election.
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Covid-19 Lessons Learned - Te Tira Ārai Urutā | NZ Royal Commission
Mātua ā wheako me whakaaro from NZCCSS members on Covid-19
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Retirement Villages Act 2003 - Review
We support updating the Retirement Villages Act 2003 for better protections and clarity for residents
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Ram Raid Offending and Related Measures - Amendment Bill
We challenge the kaupapa to increase the criminalisation of children as a result of media attention on specific crimes.
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Seeking full manifestos from all parties
NZCCSS calls for voters to be able to make an informed choice by parties releasing full manifestos before polls open.
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The Cost of Complexity
Nikki Hurst writes about the connection between our tax and welfare systems.
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Who will be the voice for children?
Digging into the changes we’ve seen since the 2017 election regarding the rights of tamariki.
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Breakfast TV: Proposed tax changes
Our Executive Officer Nikki Hurst discusses the need for broad tax reform on TVNZ’s Breakfast.
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Webinar: Better taxes to fight inequality + poverty in Aotearoa
Our EO sharing her thoughts on changes needed to fight inequality and poverty in our tax system.
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A Fair Chance For All - Interim Report | 2022
We support efforts to create an equitable and inclusive society by addressing persistent disadvantage.
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Nine to Noon Radio Interview: Oranga Tamariki funding for charities in doubt
Our EO Nikki Hurst expresses deep concern over Oranga Tamariki’s uncertain funding and its impact on services.
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