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Barnardos welcomes new children’s legislation
Tuesday, 18 December 2018, 4:55 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos says that the passing of the Child Poverty Reduction Bill and Children’s Amendment Bill in Parliament today signals a landmark moment for children. More >>
Barnardos welcomes plan for early learning
Monday, 19 November 2018, 2:28 pm | Barnardos
Today Barnardos welcomes Government’s publication He taonga te tamati – the draft Strategic Plan for Early Learning 2019-29. Barnardos particularly welcomes the theme of the draft Strategic Plan: every child a taonga. The draft plan begins from the ... More >>
Bernardos celebrates efforts towards better NZ for children
Thursday, 15 November 2018, 4:47 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos New Zealand today hosted its 2018 Annual General Meeting at Rongamaraeroa, Te Papa Marae, commencing at 1pm. Barnardos’ AGM was a celebration of the organisation’s work over the past year supporting tamariki, rangatahi and their families and whānau. ... More >>
White Ribbon Community Event Phillipstown Community Hub
Friday, 9 November 2018, 11:12 am | Barnardos
In support of White Ribbon Day, the Christchurch community will attend a family friendly event 10.30am tomorrow, Saturday 10th November, at the Phillipstown Community Hub. More >>
Child Poverty Reduction Bill passes second reading
Thursday, 1 November 2018, 5:27 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos says continued progress on Child Poverty Reduction Bill sends positive message for children and families More >>
New approach is needed for our children
Friday, 28 September 2018, 2:49 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos welcomes the Government’s announcement of a renewed emphasis to reduce family and sexual violence. More >>
Barnardos recognises outstanding leadership of out-going CEO
Monday, 3 September 2018, 10:49 am | Barnardos
The Barnardos Board is today leading tributes recognising the outstanding leadership of Chief Executive Jeff Sanders, who will vacate the Chief Executive role early next year. More >>
Barnardos on home-based early childhood education
Thursday, 23 August 2018, 4:40 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos says proposals on home-based early childhood education are a step in the right direction Barnardos welcomes Government’s proposals published this week to improve home-based early childhood education (ECE) in Aotearoa New Zealand. These ... More >>
Barnardos welcomes Budget 2018 and its positive impact
Thursday, 17 May 2018, 4:40 pm | Barnardos
Jeff Sanders, Chief Executive, says Barnardos welcomes the Government’s commitment to making Aotearoa New Zealand the best place in the world to be a child. Mr Sanders says that “Barnardos is pleased to see the Government investing in a range of initiatives ... More >>
Barnardos welcomes funding for family violence services
Wednesday, 9 May 2018, 4:17 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos is welcoming the Prime Minister’s announcement that frontline family violence services will get a significant funding boost in this year’s Budget. More >>
Barnardos welcomes boost to mental health support
Thursday, 22 February 2018, 4:48 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos says the Prime Minister’s announcement today that Canterbury children will receive more mental health support should help make a positive difference to children’s health and well-being. Claire Achmad, Barnardos Manager – Advocacy, ... More >>
Child Poverty Bill a new start for children’s rights in NZ
Wednesday, 31 January 2018, 12:45 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos says that the introduction of the Child Poverty Reduction Bill today signals a new start for children’s rights and well-being in our country, presenting a renewed opportunity to work together to make Aotearoa New Zealand a place where every child ... More >>
Barnardos welcomes the Government’s strong focus on children
Thursday, 14 December 2017, 4:24 pm | Barnardos
Barnardos welcomes the Government’s strong focus on children in the Government’s Families Package and Budget Policy Statement 2018 announced today. More >>
Strong & Enduring Approach Needed to Reduce Child Poverty
Friday, 24 November 2017, 9:47 am | Barnardos
Barnardos has joined together with a wide range of other child-focused organisations to endorse the Children’s Commissioner’s call for cross-party consensus on reducing child poverty. More >>
Why it’s an exciting time for children
Friday, 10 November 2017, 1:55 pm | Barnardos
Why it’s an exciting time for children in Aotearoa New Zealand – but we can’t afford to be complacent By Claire Achmad More >>
An Aotearoa New Zealand Where Every Child Shines Brightly
Monday, 6 November 2017, 10:19 am | Barnardos
An Aotearoa New Zealand Where Every Child Shines Brightly – Barnardos Briefing to the Incoming Government More >>
Opening Ceremony for Barnardos New Early Learning Centre
Thursday, 5 October 2017, 9:22 am | Barnardos
Today is the opening ceremony for Barnardos latest Early Learning Centre in Central Wellington. This Early Learning centre is conveniently located on Webb Street (at the top end of Cuba Street) and will soon become a second home for up to 52 Kiwi ... More >>
What’s Up Helpline Extends Hours to Help More Kiwi Kids
Friday, 1 September 2017, 9:08 am | Barnardos
Barnardos’ 0800 What’s Up kids helpline is extending its hours from 1 September. “The extended hours each day mean that we can answer over 120 calls per week that otherwise would’ve gone unanswered”, says Karen Billings, Operations Manager ... More >>
Working together to do more for kiwi kids
Monday, 19 June 2017, 2:27 pm | Barnardos
Working together to do more for kiwi kids ”Creating a bright future for all children in Aotearoa New Zealand is achievable, and we must all work together to make it happen’, says Barnardos, the leading children’s charity. More >>
New Zealand Ranked 34 in Children’s Well-Being and Rights
Friday, 16 June 2017, 10:52 am | Barnardos
Barnardos says a new report placing New Zealand 34th out of 41 developed countries is a reminder that we must do more to protect the well-being and rights of all children in New Zealand. More >>