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Published: January 2026

your email or at the top of your letter to help us quickly identify and address your complaint.  Complaint Resolution Process  Upon receiving your complaint, we will: Acknowledge receipt of your complaint within five working days. Conduct a thorough investigation into the issues raised

Published: 25 June, 2026

The Minister for Mental Health Hon Matt Doocey has announced changes to the composition of the Board of Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission. The current chair Hayden Wano is standing down in July. The independent crown entity’s new chairperson is Dr Barbara Disley, and Dr

Published: 8 December, 2021

Kia Manawanui Aotearoa , the long-term pathway for mental wellbeing, implemented by government in a way that reflects the needs of all communities. We want to see new ways of working with communities and service providers, including encouraging community-led solutions, delivered by those who understand these issues and the communities that they are affecting,” says Hayden Wano.

Published: February 2026

represent the important issues raised by communities during the mental health and addiction inquiry as well as our development and engagement processes. An  Expert Advisory Group (EAG)  of external contributors provided oversight and advice throughout the development of He Ara Āwhina. We

Published: 25 August, 2022

that determine their wellbeing, as we work towards long-term transformation of mental health, addiction and wellbeing systems in Aotearoa New Zealand.” The numbers of young people involved are significant, he said.  “There are 4,800 children and young people currently in the care and protection

Published: 23 July, 2024

and portfolio management experience. Denise has led the design and development of two national suicide prevention programmes funded by the Ministry of Health: FLO: Pasifika for Life and LifeKeepers. Denise is a former member of the Suicide Prevention Mortality Review Committee; she currently Chairs

Published: January 2026

, including any new mental health and addictions investment prioritising Kaupapa Māori services.  Improved commissioning models that recognise mana motuhake and tino rangatiratanga and enable Māori providers to design, develop and deliver services appropriate to their communities. &nbsp

Published: 22 May, 2026

distant issue on the horizon. Rather, it is a present and pressing reality in their lives. Further, the feeling that action is too slow or too small can contribute to distress, hopelessness, and disempowerment. In our research, young people talked about climate change not only as an environmental or

Published: 1 December, 2021

We are currently in the important stage of mahi (work) to develop the methods and measures for how we will monitor and assess the mental health and addiction system. Phase 1 of this work was completed at the end of 2022, and mahi will continue for measures where data does not exist or are not

Published: 30 April, 2026

factors that shape mental health experiences. Amy is also currently completing a master's degree in political science at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington. Outside of her work and study, she enjoys spending time curled up on the couch with a good book.