David Hanna
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 16 May 2025
In today's episode, the government has announced a half a billion dollar boost to the film and television sector, pledging $577 million for the International Screen Production Rebate over the next… Audio
Social service providers support Auditor-General's report into Oranga Tamariki
The country's highest watchdog has issued a scathing assessment of Oranga Tamariki's procurement and contracting practices last year. Wesley Community Action Wellington director David Hanna spoke to… Audio
Calls to expand programme saving kids from state care
There are calls to expand a family support programme that has stopped nearly 150 children from going into state care.
Mana Whanau runs in Auckland and Porirua, where it provides intensive support for… Audio
Will Oranga Tamariki improvements help Māori?
Support workers for whānau at risk of losing their children to the state remain unconvinced change is just around the corner for Māori in the system.
New laws for Oranga Tamariki will be introduced… Audio
Mounting challenges for resthomes
The challenges facing resthomes, and why some have an uncertain future. Kathryn Ryan talks to Esther Perriam from Eldernet - which is a leading information provider about services relating to older… Audio
