Oranga Tamariki Caregivers Trial Reveals Children’s Accounts of Punishments

A young girl testified in Whangārei District Court about abusive practices she experienced while in the care of two Oranga Tamariki caregivers, including being hit for jumping on the couch. The couple faces 35 charges of violence and cruelty to children, with multiple witnesses sharing their experiences from the household since 2012.

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