We check that organisations supporting and working with tamariki, rangatahi, and their whānau are meeting their needs, delivering services effectively, and improving outcomes.
We monitor compliance with the Oranga Tamariki Act and the associated regulations, including the National Care Standards. We also look at how the wider system (such as early intervention) is supporting tamariki and rangatahi under the Oversight of the Oranga Tamariki System Act.
Published February 2026
A second review of the implementation of the recommendations of Dame Karen Poutasi following the death of Malachi Subecz and a review od actions identified by government agencies to prevent abuse of children at the hands of their carers.
Published January 2026
Our statement on the death of Dame Karen Poutasi
We’re working with the Ombudsman and Mokopuna, the Children and Young People’s Commission, to provide strengthened oversight of the oranga tamariki system.
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Our monitoring teams visit a region once every three years. Find out when we’ll be in your area.
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