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• Adoption Option Trust
  Information about adoption practices and specifically open adoptions in New Zealand, with the aim of promoting adoption as an option for mothers facing a crisis preganancy.
  
  
• Allysa Carberry foster care network (NZ)
  Resource for foster parents. Mainly New Zealand information and links.
  
  
• Bounty Services
  Provides information for parents on planning pregnancy, baby and child care and health. Includes information packs.
  
  
• Caregiver training
  Promotes the development of Caregiver Networks to provide support, particularly for those who are not associated with any agency. Includes training courses, resources and links.
  
  
• ChildcareOnline.co.nz
  Information about childcare facilities and services in the Auckland and Hamilton areas as well as articles and information on parenting.
  
  
• ChildForum.com
  Child Forum provides a forum for a wide exploration of issues and research relevant to the care and education of children from birth to school-leaving age. It is soon to be revised to focus only on research, especially in the areas of education and parenting.
  
  
• Couch
  Online panel set up by the New Zealand Families Commission where people can have their say about issues affecting New Zealand families by answering polls and questionnaires. Includes the results of the polls and questionnaires and answers to FAQ's.
  
  
• EPOCH NZ
  A charitable trust which aims to end the physical punishment of children; educate about the dangers of physical punishement; promote non-violent ways of helping children behave well and promote law reform in this area. Newsletter, publications.
  
  
• Families Commission = Kōmihana ā whānau
  Website of the Families Commission an independent organisation funded by, and accountable to government, set up to advocate for New Zealand families. Includes guidance in the areas of family safety, challenges, life stages, health and well being. Some publications available online.
  
  
• Family & Community Services = Ratonga ā-whānau, ā-hapori
  Works to strengthen family support services and make them more effective for families. Includes directory, listing programmes, services and resources for families available throughout New Zealand. Includes a family helpline telephone number and online publications.
  
  
• Family works : a Presbyterian Support initiative
  Information about, and contacts for, Family Works programmes around New Zealand. These provide services for children and youth, parenting support, counselling and social work as well as community initiatives and group learning programmes.
  
  
• Father & child
  Father & child is a parenting magazine aimed at fathers and published by the Father & Child Trust of Christchurch. Articles of past issues available in full-text.
  
  
• Father & Child
  Site contains archives of a parenting magazine for fathers, as well as information about parenting for new fathers and teen dads and information about the trust.
  
  
• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Trust NZ
  GRG provides support to grandparents who are primary caregivers to grandchildren in difficult circumstances. Site includes newsletters, photos, research, frequently asked questions, GRG handbook, kinship brochure, and details support groups within New Zealand.
  
  
• Home Birth Aotearoa (New Zealand)
  Provides information about the home birth option, including local home birth associations and midwives.
  
  
• Kids friendly New Zealand
  Articles and information on child rearing and child friendly activities. Subscription to a free monthly email newsletter is also available.
  
  
• Kidspot New Zealand
  Kidspot New Zealand is a resource for parents and children to find hundreds of local products and services; including birthday party ideas and supplies, educational products and resources, baby equipment, clothing, nursery supplies, photographers, health specialists, family outings, plus specials and discounts for kids and families.
  
  
• La Leche League New Zealand
  Offers breastfeeding information and support.
  
  
• Nappy network : it's time to change your nappies!
  Describes the benefits of using washable nappies, and includes descriptions of styles available, sewing patterns and tips for laundering.
  
  
• New Zealand Family and Foster Care Federation Inc. = Te Kohikohinga Mai o Ngā Whāngai o Aotearoa
  Information about the Federation, fostering (including training opportunities) and how to become a foster caregiver.
  
  
• Nga Maia o Aotearoa me te Wai Pounamu
  National collective of Maori Midwives, Kaumatua, Wahine Toa, Kaiako & Tauira, formed to reclaim traditional birthing practices.
  
  
• No bully
  This site is part of the Telecom/Police Stop Bullying Campaign. Kia Kaha the school-based anti-bullying programme can be downloaded in PDF format, and there is a collection of children's stories on bullying. Also includes information for children on what bullying is and what to do about it, as well as resources for adults.
  
  
• NZ Childcare
  A list of childcare facilities throughout New Zealand and information on parental rights and responsibilities.
  
  
• NZ Single Parents Trust : self help group devoted to the interests of single mums and dads and their children
  Site features weblog of family and adult activities, parent education and networking opportunities for single parents in the Auckland region.
  
  
• Parent to Parent New Zealand
  Introduces the Parent to Parent support network for parents of children with special needs. Includes media releases, course information, events and conferences, and an online newsletter.
  
  
• Parents Centres New Zealand Inc.
  Parents Centre provides: childbirth and parenting education, and support and advocacy for families. Their web site includes information about Parents Centres, pregnancy, fatherhood, and babies and preschoolers.
  
  
• Parents Inc. : zeroing in on raising great kids
  Offers information and courses to teach parenting skills. Links to articles by selecting topic and age group.
  
  
• Presbyterian Support
  Presbyterian Support seeks to meet social needs in the community which are not otherwise adequately being met. Core activities are assisting youth in need, children and families; and elderly people through residential and community services. The site describes national and regional services.
  
  
• Save the Children New Zealand
  Save the Chidren New Zealand is part of the international Save the Children Alliance. Save the Children believes in the rights of the child, develops and supports programmes which improve standards of living and promote self-sufficiency, regardless of sex, race, politics and religion in New Zealand and overseas. This charitable organisation raises funds from the New Zealand public, government and corporate sector for projects. The site describes these projects, solicits donations; details of publicatons; teachers' resources and has links to other related organisations.
  
  
• St John of God Waipuna Youth and Community Services Trust
  A child and family social service agency providing young people, and their families, with support and opportunities for change. Contains electronic referral form.
  
  
• Strengthening families = Whakakaha whānau
  A government initiative co-ordinating cross-sectoral social service delivery to families/whānau in need.
  
  
• Union of Fathers : promoting the value of fatherhood families and children : caring for our children
  Covers organizational details, history, structure, staff, objectives, joining information, contacts (lists of officers) and news clippings/press releases. Advice on how to deal with professionals: police, lawyers and psychologists and templates/forms covering legal notice/applications are offered.
  
  
• Working for families = me whakarurohau te iwi
  A financial support package delivered by Work and Income and Inland Revenue designed to make it easier to work and raise a family. Includes package details, eligibility criteria, (tables and calculators provided), how to apply, contact details, media information, accessibility options for vision impaired and physically disabled users.
  
  
• Yes vote : for a law that's working
  Site promoting a "yes" vote to the 2009 postal referendum on child discipline. Discusses the Crimes (Substituted Section 59) Amendment Act 2007; includes news, resources, parenting tips and suggestions for action.
  
  
• Young New Zealanders' Foundation
  Aims to help healthy young New Zealanders to achieve their highest potential in educational, employment, recreational and cultural pursuits. Includes projects and awards.