We are dedicated to supporting any child in New Zealand whose wellbeing is at significant risk of harm.
We also work with young people who may have offended or are likely to offend.
News
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The office is made up of 19 kaimahi, including 10 social workers, from places as far afield as England, Wales, Philippines, Romania, Zimbabwe, Samoa, and right here in Aotearoa.
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We're working with the University of Canterbury on a study to learn more about the mental health needs of children and young people in care.
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They say you should never do business with family, but 4 brothers working together at Oranga Tamariki reject that expression.
Feedback and complaints
We're keen to hear about your experience with us. Do you have any ideas about how we can improve our service?
Research
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How to apply for research access from the Research and Data Access Committee (RADA).
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We reviewed studies on child protection policies in a variety of settings. We identify what may enable or prevent staff to follow these, and what helps policies to work well.
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We conducted an online survey in July and August 2025 to gather feedback from service providers who support our care and protection work.
VOYCE: Advocacy for children in care
If you're a child or young person in care, you can connect with VOYCE – Whakarongo Mai. This is an independent advocacy service separate from Oranga Tamariki who can listen to and support you, and be on your side
They also organise fun events for kids with care experience so you can connect with others.
Practice Centre
The Practice Centre is an online resource aimed primarily at Oranga Tamariki practitioners.
It contains policy, guidance and tools to help us in our work with tamariki and rangatahi and their whānau. The policies are our must-dos, and the guidance are our how-tos.
Eliminating family violence and sexual violence
Te Aorerekura is a national strategy to eliminate family violence and sexual violence. It aims to unify and drive government action.
Te Puna Aonui is the cross-agency group responsible for carrying out this work.
Social Worker recruitment
We're leading a new way of working to support tamariki who need care, creating a major shift in emphasis.
We have a number of social worker positions available now and invite dedicated and passionate social workers to play their part in helping change the way Aotearoa New Zealand protects tamariki.