Ā Mātou Mahi | Our work 

Changes to school board objectives - & removing the NELP from legislation

NZCCSS supports school board objectives that promote inclusive education, uphold te Tiriti, and children’s rights.

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Draft Strategy to - Prevent and Minimise Gambling Harm 2025/26 to 2027/28

NZCCSS advocates for stronger gambling harm prevention measures, focusing on youth protections, funding, and targeted support.

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Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products - Amendment Bill No 2

NZCCSS supports stronger youth protections against vaping through the Smokefree Environments Amendment Bill

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Spotlighting Structural Ageism on International Older Person’s Day

Recognising the vital contributions of kaumātua and addressing Structural Ageism across Aotearoa’s policies.

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Te Raranga Kaupapa Here – Mahuru

The first edition of our new-format newsletter, Weaving Policy, released in September 2024

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Oranga Tamariki still owes millions to care providers

Care providers face uncertainty with $5 million in delayed funding from OT causing disruptions.

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Submission to the Health & Disability Commissioner - Review of the HDC Act & Code

NZCCSS welcomes the review of the Health and Disability Act, focusing on rights and equity.

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Feedback to MBIE & Ministry for the Environment - Making it easier to build 'granny flats'

NZCCSS questions if proposed changes for easier granny flat construction will truly support aging in place.

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Oranga Tamariki defends funding cuts, service providers unconvinced

Oranga Tamariki defends funding cuts, but frontline providers warn of negative impacts on vulnerable families.

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Decision-Making Challenges at Oranga Tamariki: A Q&A Interview

Nikki Hurst highlights inadequate decision-making at Oranga Tamariki in a recent Q&A interview.

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Uncertain Funding Leaves Charities Struggling

Charities await Oranga Tamariki funding decisions, causing stress and potential risks for vulnerable youth.

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Education & Training - Amendment Bill 2024

NZCCSS highlights concerns about early childhood network approvals, charter schools, and attendance data.

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Sentencing Amendment Bill - Reinstating Three Strikes

NZCCSS questions the effectiveness and fairness of the Sentencing (Reinstating Three Strikes) Amendment Bill.

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Sector-Driven Aotearoa Aged Care Action Plan Unveiled

Press Release The Aotearoa Aged Care Action Plan is a sector-sourced and sector-endorsed call to action for our aged care…

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Oranga Tamariki Amendment Bill - Repeal of Section 7AA

The NZCCSS submission emphasises retaining section 7AA, prioritising evidence, and upholding children’s rights in legislative changes.

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Aotearoa Aged Care Action Plan

Join us to transform aged care for our kaumātua with the Aotearoa Aged Care Action Plan.

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Oranga Tamariki Cuts Leave Frontline Workers in Limbo

Oranga Tamariki’s contract cuts create uncertainty for care organisations, affecting vital services for children.

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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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