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Next steps for mental health law will be crucial
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NewsThe final reading of the Mental Health Bill on Saturday 4 July marks a significant step forward to embedding a modern, human rights framework in our mental health and addiction system.
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy is a positive step, but people need to see real change
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NewsTe Hiringa Mahara welcomes today’s release of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy and its implementation plan. The Strategy is an important step toward a mental health and addiction system that is easier for people to access and better able to support them when they need help.
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Haurora Hinengaro Hui Taumata Mental Health Conference 2026
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NewsExpect an honest look at what rangatahi and young people want from mental health services, and discussions on key mental health and wellbeing issues for young people today. Youth voice will be woven through the entire day.
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What works to reduce harm from alcohol and other drugs
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NewsRead He Ara Oranga chapter Why we commissioned this work The Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission has monitored addiction treatment services over recent years, including through a data summary on addiction services published in May 2025 and our system performance monitoring.
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Te Hiringa Mahara announces appointment of new Deputy Chair
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NewsHe joined the board in February 2022, and recently had his term extend through to 2030. In addition to his role with Te Hiringa Mahara, Tuari is Chair of the New Zealand Drug Foundation, former Chair of Needle Exchange Services Trust (NEST), and is a Board member of Te Rau Ora.
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Effectiveness of Alcohol and Other Drug harm reduction approaches - downloads
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ResourceDownloads Evidence brief: Alcohol and other drug harm reduction approaches - August 2026 pdf, 3.4 MB Download Evidence brief: Alcohol and other drug harm reduction approaches - August 2026 docx, 1.7 MB Download Alcohol and other drug harm reduction literature review - August 2026 pdf, 1.7 MB Download
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A huge decision is being made for young people’s mental health, but their voices are missing
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NewsOver the past three years, Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission has worked with rangatahi and young people to understand the drivers of mental health and wellbeing, including their online experiences.
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Telehealth review highlights urgent need to strengthen crisis support
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NewsTe Hiringa Mahara welcomes the findings and Government response to the independent review of mental health and addiction telehealth services.