For Professionals - Navigating Family Court
Tue, 24 Mar
|Tai Poutini Polytechnic Greymouth Campus
Supporting whānau through Family Court can be complex, this practical morning session with Community Law Canterbury, hosted by Family Start West Coast, will help local professionals build confidence in the process, understand key orders, and know where to get the right support.
Time & Location
24 Mar 2026, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tai Poutini Polytechnic Greymouth Campus, 73-87 Tainui Street, Greymouth 7840, New Zealand
Guests
About the Event
Professionals across the West Coast are often walking alongside whaiora who are navigating the Family Court system — whether that’s around safety, care arrangements, contact, or urgent legal protections. This community education session, delivered by Community Law Canterbury and hosted by Family Start West Coast, is designed to demystify Family Court processes and provide clear, practical guidance you can take straight back into your mahi.
Over the morning, you can expect:
A plain-language overview of how Family Court processes work and what whānau commonly experience at each stage
A practical breakdown of Protection Orders and Parenting Orders (what they are, when they apply, and key considerations)
Guidance on what support is available, where to refer, and how to help whaiora access the right services and information
Space for questions and discussion, including real-world scenarios you’re encountering in your role