Kōnae (Crown Response Office /CAB project) is a guide to help you find and access records created by government agencies or other organisations involved in decisions about your guardianship or care.
It is for those who want their adoption records, records from time with a foster family, or records from state involvement in their care arrangements with whaanau and kin. Records may include things like social worker notes, medical files, and photos. Some people refer to these records as care records or welfare files.
You have a legal right to your records. If you want to access your records, this website can guide you through the process.