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Annotated Care of Children Act 2004
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The Care of Children Act 2004 is a pivotal piece of legislation that defines the legal framework surrounding the care and guardianship of children in New Zealand.
Published: 05 November, 2025
Publisher: LexisNexis New Zealand
This new addition to the LexisNexis Annotated Acts series, Annotated Care of Children Act 2004, delves into the Act's provisions, which prioritise the welfare and best interests of children in all care-related decisions. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of parents and guardians, emphasising the importance of children's voices in legal proceedings. The book also explores the Act's impact on family dynamics, custody arrangements, and the role of the Family Court in resolving disputes.
The original content for this book was written for our highly popular Family Law Service, to meet the ongoing needs of our customers. It has been repurposed in the book format you hold in your hands and is current to May 2025.
Content drawn from the “Annotated Legislation” guide card of Family Law Service
Care of Children Act 2004
Part 1 – Preliminary Provisions [ss 3-14]
Part 2 – Guardianship and Care of Children [ss 14-124]
Part 3 – Jurisdictional, Procedural, Miscellaneous, and Saving and Transitional Provisions [ss 125-165]
