There’s deep frustration and concern from those working closely with care experienced tamariki who say the release of a report from Aroturuki Tamariki, the Independent Children’s Monitor further proves there’s a serious lack of protection for our most vulnerable children. The report, which looked at the implementation of the recommendations from Dame Karen Poutasi following […]
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