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Published: July 2026

We are guided by our commitment to people with lived and living experience, Māori and other priority populations, alongside whānau and those who support tangata whaiora.

Published: June 2026

There is evidence of movement towards realising lived and living experience potential and meeting community needs with increased access to services with peer support.

Published: 16 June, 2022

There is an opportunity now to make changes to services that will uphold people's dignity and human rights, develop and support the workforce and help rebuild trust in the mental health system for people who experience significant distress.

Published: 28 May, 2026

No matter where you live, you should have a range of support options to choose from. "We are pleased to see the investment into reducing online harms for young people announced today and acknowledge what it will achieve.

Published: 31 March, 2026

In its submission on the Mental Health Bill, Te Hiringa Mahara called for an end to seclusion in Aotearoa, and a significant reduction, and eventual phase‑out, of compulsory community treatment orders.

Published: 29 May, 2025

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission is concerned that people may not be able to access support when they need it,” said Sonya Russell, Director Mental Health and Addiction System Leadership.

Published: 5 February, 2023

We call for greater understanding of and research into the diverse needs and experiences of rural communities, and greater involvement of rural communities in planning and decision-making, particularly with rural Māori.

Published: January 2026

Call them for free on 0800 555 050 or visit their website to email or live chat. Making a complaint about us or our work Te Hiringa Mahara is committed to providing quality reporting, advice, and communications about mental health and wellbeing in Aotearoa to the public and all our stakeholders.

Published: 4 September, 2023

“The report urges all parts of the system to work together, so it is heartening to see Cross-Party political support and leadership in Parliament prioritising rangatahi and young people. This needs to be sustained over the long term if we are going to achieve the transformation we need."

Published: 19 August, 2026

  Tuari brings over 30 years of experience in the alcohol, drug, and mental health sector, contributing at all levels of sector development from his personal experience, to working as a clinician and involvement in strategic management.