Teenager removed from government bootcamp pilot after court appearance

Monday 30 June 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Mon 30 Jun 2025, 8:18pm

In this story Oranga Tamariki

A participant in the Government's military-style youth bootcamp pilot has been withdrawn and transferred to Corrections' custody following a court appearance. Oranga Tamariki expressed disappointment with the outcome as the pilot nears its end in a few weeks. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon defended the programme, noting that challenges in community transition were expected.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 30 Jun 2025, 4:27pm

   Teen kicked out of Govt’s bootcamp pilot after appearing in court (opens in new tab)

2. StuffMon 30 Jun 2025, 6:27pm

   Teen kicked out of Government’s bootcamp pilot just weeks before it ends (opens in new tab)

3. RNZMon 30 Jun 2025, 7:40pm

   PM defends boot camps after teen appears in court, removed from scheme (opens in new tab)

4. Otago Daily TimesMon 30 Jun 2025, 8:18pm

   PM on boot camps: 'I don't think we should give up' (opens in new tab)