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Further to 34076 (2026), why was the Minister not informed of the alleged incident at Oranga Tamariki's Korowai Manaaki until approximately four months after it occurred?

Answered Question 36132 (2026)
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Willow-Jean Prime

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Further to 34076 (2026), why was the Minister not informed of the alleged incident at Oranga Tamariki's Korowai Manaaki until approximately four months after it occurred?

Answered by

Hon Karen Chhour

List MP · ACT Party · Minister for Children

Answer

I am advised by Oranga Tamariki that while the alleged incident referred to by the Member occurred in March 2026, it was only brought to the attention of an Oranga Tamariki senior leader in July 2026.