Pānui | News & Press Releases
Te Raranga Kaupapa Here – Hakihea
The December edition of our Weaving Policy newsletter
Addressing Housing Insecurity for Older People in Aotearoa: A Call to Action
Press Release By 2028, over 25% of Aotearoa’s population will be over 65, yet the housing insecurity challenges faced by…
Te Raranaga Kaupapa Here – Whiringa-ā-rangi
The November edition of our Weaving Policy newsletter
Te Raranga Kaupapa Here – Whiringa-ā-nuku
The October edition of our Weaving Policy newsletter
Spotlighting Structural Ageism on International Older Person’s Day
Recognising the vital contributions of kaumātua and addressing Structural Ageism across Aotearoa’s policies.
Te Raranga Kaupapa Here – Mahuru
The first edition of our new-format newsletter, Weaving Policy, released in September 2024
Oranga Tamariki still owes millions to care providers
Care providers face uncertainty with $5 million in delayed funding from OT causing disruptions.
Oranga Tamariki defends funding cuts, service providers unconvinced
Oranga Tamariki defends funding cuts, but frontline providers warn of negative impacts on vulnerable families.
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.
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 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…
Budget 2024 Social Services Analysis
We closely review Budget 2024, aiming to find the small line items that matter to our sector.
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.
The Cost of Complexity
Nikki Hurst writes about the connection between our tax and welfare systems.
Who will be the voice for children?
Digging into the changes we’ve seen since the 2017 election regarding the rights of tamariki.