Allegations raised against a staff member

The Royal Commission of Inquiry into Historical Abuse in Care is aware of allegations raised against a staff member. These are serious allegations and they are being treated as such. We understand this matter has been referred to New Zealand Police.

Survivor feedback from first private sessions

Hear how survivors found sharing their experiences at the Inquiry's first private sessions, run in May 2019. “Brilliant - was ten out of ten. It was outstanding. Well thought out, which is important. It was really important to have the printed

Memorandum of Understanding signed

The Royal Commission of Inquiry into Historical Abuse in State Care and in the Care of Faith-based Institutions and the Department of Corrections have formalised an agreement to support people in prisons to participate in the Inquiry. Commissioner

Survivors begin sharing experiences of abuse

Survivors of abuse in State and faith-based institutions have begun sharing their experiences with Commissioners in private sessions. The private sessions allow survivors to share their experiences and memories with individual Commissioners. These