by Jo Dean | Dec 18, 2025 | National News, Regional News
Christmas holiday tips For many of us, Christmas is a joyful time; spending time with loved ones, eating delicious kai, having lots of fun and enjoying whānau. However, for some of us, including our tamariki and rangatahi who may have adverse childhood experiences, it...
by Jo Dean | Dec 1, 2025 | National News
CEO Message December 2025 Kia ora As we approach the festive season, it’s time for me to reflect on the past year and extend my heartfelt thanks to you for providing a safe and healing home for the children in your care. A highlight for 2025 was the successful rollout...
by Jo Dean | Oct 31, 2025 | National News
CEO Message November 2025 Kia ora My thoughts are with those of you who are faced with a massive clear up after the severe weather over Labour Weekend, followed by the cold snap last week – particularly Southland, Clutha and Kaikōura. For many of us, it wasn’t the...
by Jo Dean | Sep 5, 2025 | National News
Colin, Scott & Caine – a caregiving story 5 September 2025 * Names have been changed throughout this story, for anonymity. Colin is a caregiver with a remarkable story. He and his former partner were the first same-sex couple in New Zealand to be approved to...
by Jo Dean | Aug 5, 2025 | National News
CEO Message August 2025 Kia ora I hope you and your whānau are well. My thoughts have been with those of you who live in flood-affected communities. Please remember that our team is here to support you, especially through this difficult time. I wanted to take this...