A new survey by ADHD NZ shows ballooning wait lists are impacting Kiwis seeking help.
"We acknowledge we did not sufficiently brief the Minister of Mental Health on our change proposals."
The Mental Health Minister's office declined our interview request but Jenna Lynch tracked him down.
"Has been my pride and joy."
"That voice you're hearing in your mind that's telling you that you're useless? That's wrong."
In 2019, the Government announced an unprecedented $1.9 billion package for mental health. A further $100 million was added in Budget 2022.
It comes after a report found abuse of customer centre staff is on the rise and has reached unprecedented levels.
"Just because the operator is faceless doesn't mean you can treat them like a non-entity."
More than 300 Hawke's Bay locals came together for Mates of Mates for Mates.