Articles tagged with Minister Chhour

Oranga Tamariki Staff to Administer Life-Saving Medicines and Expand Nurse Practitioner Access

2 weeks ago | 193 views

Oranga Tamariki staff will soon be trained and authorized to administer emergency injectable medications like EpiPens and Glucagon Pen Kits, improving response to severe medical reactions in residences. This change allows young people to access Nurse Practitioners' services while retaining the option to see Medical Practitioners and receive prescribed medications from authorized prescribers. Implementation is expected by mid-2026, with ongoing training and support to ensure staff confidence and competence in emergency situations.

Tags: Oranga Tamariki EpiPens Glucagon Pen Kits Nurse Practitioners Minister Chhour emergency injectable medications residence workers medical emergency young people training and authorisation

Government's Comprehensive Action Plan to Combat Methamphetamine Harm in New Zealand

3 months ago | 358 views

The New Zealand Government, led by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith, has approved a comprehensive action plan to combat the increasing harm caused by methamphetamine in society, with a focus on reducing crime victimization. Key initiatives include a nationwide media campaign, increased funding for community services, and enhanced enforcement measures to disrupt organized crime networks. Additional funding will support offshore liaison positions, money laundering teams, and community-led responses to combat the harms of meth and organized crime.

Tags: Government action plan methamphetamine harm New Zealand Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith Minister Mitchell Minister Doocey Minister Costello Minister McKee Minister Chhour

New Zealand Achieves Safer Communities Through Family and Sexual Violence Reduction Milestones

4 months ago | 454 views

Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence highlights achievements in reducing family and sexual violence in New Zealand, emphasizing the interconnectedness needed for effective responses. The second Te Aorerekura Action Plan has been successfully implemented ahead of schedule, leading to safer communities. Notable accomplishments include improved multi-agency responses in various regions, expanded safety programs for victims, and the successful reduction of family violence homicides in Canterbury through the Integrated Safety Response approach.

Tags: family violence sexual violence Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence Te Aorerekura Action Plan Minister Chhour community partnerships safety programmes Integrated Safety Response