Strengthening criminal record checks for child-related occupations starting October 24

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Parenting & Education

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18 October 2026

Criminal record check standards for occupations involving childcare, such as schools and kindergartens, are being strengthened in New Zealand. **From October 24, 2026, criminal convictions received overseas, as well as in New Zealand, will be included in the screening process for newly hired Core Children's Workers.** This change aims to enhance child safety and address a loophole in the system that allowed individuals convicted of serious crimes overseas to work in childcare in New Zealand wit…

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