The Royal Commission of Inquiry was established on 1 February 2018, and was closed in June 2024 when the Inquiry presented its final report,  Whanaketia – Through pain and trauma, from darkness to light, to the Governor-General. 

About the Royal Commission

The Royal Commission of Inquiry was established on 1 February 2018 to investigate what happened to children, young people and adults in State care and in the care of faith-based institutions in Aotearoa New Zealand between 1950 and 1999. 

Inquiry team

This Inquiry was led by a Chair and group of Commissioners. The Chair and Commissioners were supported by a secretariat led by an Executive Director. Two lead Senior Counsel Assisting the Inquiry were also appointed.

Advisory Groups and Reference Groups

The Inquiry worked with four Advisory Groups and nine Report Reference Groups. These groups provided the Inquiry with support, guidance and advice.

Quarterly reports

Read the quarterly reports produced throughout the course of the Inquiry.

Timeline

See the key dates in the Inquiry from 2018-2024.

Pānui

Read the pānui sent out during the course of the Inquiry.