At the Oranga Tamariki Christchurch East Site, we are committed to working with tamariki, their whānau, and our community through a relational, inclusive, and restorative approach to practice. We prioritise strong partnerships with local social service providers to ensure the best possible outcomes for tamariki and their whānau.

One example of this partnership approach is our involvement in Kāhu Matarau. Kāhu Matarau is a collaboration between Ngā Maata Waka, He Waka Tapu, Aranui Community Trust, Christchurch Methodist Mission, Barnardos, and Oranga Tamariki Christchurch East. This partnership brings together key social service providers across the east to deliver intensive support to whānau and work alongside them to address challenges affecting the wellbeing and oranga of their tamariki.