Budget 2023 - Ministry of Justice | Te Tāhū o te Ture
Budget 2023 - Ministry of Justice | Te Tāhū o te Ture
News
See the latest updates on news and events around the Ministry. If you can't find what you're looking for here, try our media release section or news archive.
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AML/CFT Class Exemptions Update
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Restorative Justice Service Review released
The Restorative Justice Service Review, which was commissioned by the Ministry of Justice, has been released today.
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Victims continue to be satisfied with restorative justice
A survey conducted in 2023 shows the majority of victims of crime who take part in restorative justice conferences continue to be satisfied with the process.
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Refreshed Family information
Have a look at updated Family information, refreshed to improve the way we support children, parents and whānau.
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Briefings to Incoming Ministers published
We have today published our briefings to new justice-related ministers, following the 2023 General Election.
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Ministry of Justice - Budget 2024
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Ministry of Justice outlines change proposal
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Timely Access to Justice Protocol released
The Chief District Court Judge has issued a new Timely Access to Justice Protocol setting out a timely access to justice standard.
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New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey Published
The latest New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey (NZCVS) has been released offering fresh insights into the nature of both reported and unreported crime in NZ.
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Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry - final report published
Whanaketia – through pain and trauma, from darkness to light now publicly available.
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New online resource launched for young victims of sexual violence
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New video about the Young Adult List
A new video looking to improve understanding of the District Court’s Young Adult List court has been produced.
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Consultation closed - Public views sought on improving jury trial timeliness
Have your say on proposals to reduce wait times in criminal courts - Submissions have closed.
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Abuse in Care apology
The Prime Minister has apologised to survivors of abuse in state care.
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Waitangi Tribunal launch refreshed website
The Waitangi Tribunal has launched a new website featuring improved user experience and te reo Māori capability.
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Ministry of Justice 2023/24 Annual Report published
The Ministry of Justice’s 2023/24 Annual Report, published today, presents the Ministry’s progress against its strategic priorities.
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New Zealand Crime & Victims Survey (NZCVS)
The Ministry of Justice’s New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey, conducted by Ipsos each year helps us understand crime and create safer communities.
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Gang laws come into effect
The Government is passing two new laws that aim to inhibit gang activity which will take effect from 21 November 2024.
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Court and Tribunal hours – December 2025 and January 2026
Courts and tribunals will be closed during the holiday period. Reopening dates vary, starting from 5 January 2025, with all locations open by 19 January 2026.