52568 (2024). Hon Willow-Jean Prime to the Minister for Children

52568 (2024). Hon Willow-Jean Prime to the Minister for Children: Which Oranga Tamariki services is the Minister referring to when she says they "could have been delivered by other providers or agencies", listed by those providers or agencies?

Hon Karen Chhour: I am advised Oranga Tamariki are currently in the process of finalising contracts for the 2024/25 financial year. Oranga Tamariki is shifting to prioritise core business for high-risk young people, including statutory services such as Youth Justice, Care & Protection, Transition Services and family violence sexual violence services. Reductions and discontinuations reflected in contracts is due to forecasted under-utilisation, performance, duplication or need. Oranga Tamariki must also ensure the availability of services that have a direct and beneficial impact on children themselves. Contracting decisions are an operational matter and are the responsibility of the Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki.