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Published: 13 December, 2022

crises and supporting wellbeing in general. As a result, we call for greater recognition of the involvement of older people in their communities and inclusion of older people in decision making affecting them.   “It is important that our understanding of the pandemic, and our planning for the future recognises that older people have a variety of different experiences, needs, and contributions.” View the report

Published: 5 February, 2023

communities, and greater involvement of rural communities in planning and decision-making, particularly with rural Māori. Read other reports in the Covid-19 insights series Downloads Summary Report (English) pdf, 198 KB Download Summary Report (Te Reo) pdf, 193 KB Download Summary Report (English) docx, 74 KB Download Summary Report (Te Reo) docx, 87 KB Download Technical Report pdf, 9.2 MB Download Technical Report docx, 1.6 MB Download

Published: 22 September, 2021

, and bringing focus to the right things, meaningful change can happen on the ground.” Hayden Wano says the Commission Board has been calling for a clear implementation plan for the direction set by He Ara Oranga and wants to see five critical areas prioritised: upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Published: 13 December, 2023

its first ever Minister for Mental Health sitting in Cabinet is a welcome move. This dedicated role will bring a clear focus to mental health and addiction, and we are looking forward to tangible action and increased momentum over the coming term of government. But where should the new minister start

Published: 15 December, 2025

licence 4.0. This means you are free to copy, distribute and adapt the material, if you attribute it to Te Hiringa Mahara - Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission and abide by the other license terms. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode    Early planning is already underway

Published: 30 September, 2025

As an integral part of our advocacy work, Te Hiringa Mahara - Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission often comments on and makes recommendations in response to consultation documents, regulations, draft bills, and regulations that may impact on the mental health and wellbeing of people in Aotearoa

Published: 25 February, 2026

We’ve put the key mental health and substance use findings from the NZ Health Survey 2024/2025 into an easy-to-read summary. This information is intended to be used as evidence to support planning and investment, and to direct resources where they are most needed to improve mental health and

Published: 28 October, 2021

schedule, with the rollout of integrated primary mental health and addiction services proceeding as planned. However, we would like to see the rollout of services for Māori, Pacific peoples, and youth accelerated. We also want youth services prioritised and delivered in ways and settings that are

Published: 25 June, 2020

people and whānau at the centre of a unified and inclusive system Stronger, more visible leadership and genuine partnerships A clear, long-term plan we develop together A strategy that supports and develops our wellbeing workforce Investment that expands access and increases choice, and prioritises

Published: 28 October, 2021

schedule and that the roll out of integrated primary mental health and addiction (IPMHA) services is proceeding as planned,” says Wano. “However, the Commission would like to see the rollout of services for Māori, Pacific peoples, and youth accelerated. This is of considerable importance and would