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Published: 28 August, 2024

It describes each initiative in terms of what it set out to achieve and its status as of 30 June 2023. The report also includes key mental health and addiction initiatives from Budget 2020 to Budget 2022.

Published: 22 March, 2022

“While there is much to do, this report is also an opportunity for us to acknowledge some examples of genuine progress. Service volumes have been maintained during the pandemic and there is evidence of growing collaboration between public health services and other community-based organisations.

Published: 9 March, 2023

“There were increased reports of violence and more severe violence and lockdowns made it harder for people at risk to seek help,” says Te Hiringa Mahara Chief Executive Karen Orsborn. More than 20% of young people felt unsafe in their bubble at least some of the time.

Published: 4 January, 2023

In testament to the high regard in which Mr Wano and his mahi is held, a number of people wrote in support of the honour. New Year's Honours List 2023 Hayden Wano biography

Published: 1 February, 2024

Our Briefing to Incoming Ministers (BIM) is now publicly available. In this document we provide our advice on priorities for the new government .

Published: January 2026

Dealing with your complaint When we deal with your complaint, we will: make it easy for you to deal with us, with minimal effort on your part try to see things from your perspective, to understand and address why you think we were wrong or have caused harm communicate in a way that is easy to understand

Published: 25 March, 2026

“While we are encouraged by workforce growth and acknowledge the Government’s  progress to improve access overall, there remains a long way to go when it comes to young people,” says Te Hiringa Mahara Director of Mental Health and Addiction Sector Leadership Sonya Russell.

Published: 30 April, 2026

She is passionate about taking a holistic approach to youth wellbeing — recognising the many every day, systemic, and personal factors that shape mental health experiences.

Published: January 2026

Our advocacy focuses on: The collective interests of people who experience mental distress or addiction, and the people, including whānau, who support them Improving mental health and addiction services Approaches to mental health and wellbeing. 

Published: 30 April, 2026

  “Early intervention and secondary prevention are effective, scalable ways to support the mental health and wellbeing of young people, and reduce the need for more intensive services. The challenge now is making sure support is available for everyone who needs it.”