Ā Mātou Mahi | Our work
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.

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

Education & Training - Amendment Bill 2024
NZCCSS highlights concerns about early childhood network approvals, charter schools, and attendance data.

Consultation on the Scope of the Treasury's Long-term Insights Briefing - Sustainable and Resilient Fiscal Policy Over Economic Cycles
NZCCSS advocates for inclusive, resilient fiscal policy, emphasizing community well-being and long-term sustainability.

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

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…

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.

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

Oranga Tamariki Cuts Leave Frontline Workers in Limbo
Oranga Tamariki’s contract cuts create uncertainty for care organisations, affecting vital services for children.

Urgent Need for Clarity on Oranga Tamariki Contracts
Read insights on Oranga Tamariki’s contract uncertainty and its impact on vulnerable children.

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…

Briefings to Ministers (BIMs)
NZCCSS Briefings to Incoming Ministers (BIMs) following the 2023 General Election.

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

Local Government (Electoral Legislation and Māori Wards and Māori Constituencies) - Amendment Bill
NZCCSS opposes reinstating referendums for Māori Wards, citing Treaty breaches and inequitable democratic processes

Aged Care Continuum
Aged care in Aotearoa: A visual guide from least to most intensive third-party involvement

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

Budget 2024 Social Services Analysis
We closely review Budget 2024, aiming to find the small line items that matter to our sector.

The Fast-Track Approvals Bill - Submission to Chairperson of the Environment Committee
Deep concerns around the Fast Track Approvals Bill

Inquiry into the 2023 General Election - Submission to the Justice Committee
Feedback on the 2023 General Election.

Covid-19 Lessons Learned - Te Tira Ārai Urutā | NZ Royal Commission
Mātua ā wheako me whakaaro from NZCCSS members on Covid-19

Retirement Villages Act 2003 - Review
We support updating the Retirement Villages Act 2003 for better protections and clarity for residents

Coalition Parties 2023 Election Policies-Tamariki
Explore the coalition party’s policies related to older people and how they are expected to contribute to discussions.

Coalition Parties 2023 Election Policies-Kaumātua
Explore the coalition party’s policies related to older people and how they are expected to contribute to discussions.

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.
