Objective: This paper outlines efforts to shift New Zealand's mental health policy from a service input based strategy to an outcome based strategy. Methods:A New Zealand mental health outcome framework has been created as the basis for the development of outcome philosophies and outcome measurement from (i) cultural, (ii) consumer, (iii) clinical, and (iv) public investment perspectives. Results: A full medium/long-term program of outcome development and implementation is underway within the new framework.Conclusions: New Zealand has had unprecedented levels of service development in the last decade. These gains are being consolidated but considerable work is required to ensure greater emphasis on outcomes. Current and future strategies are being aligned to support the move to an outcome based strategy.

This article sets out evidence of social and technological trends that challenge traditional notions of civic engagement, particularly New Zealand’s changing demography and media markets. It is intended to provide insight for future policies on civics and media matters.

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The 2013 Constitutional Advisory Panel recommendation for a national strategy for civics and citizenship education in schools, kura (Māori-medium schools) and communities provided the opportunity for an important conversation about building civic knowledge in Aotearoa New Zealand (Constitutional Advisory Panel, 2013, p.8). This article explores possible next steps for implementing this recommendation. It is broken up into two parts: a case for change, and potential next steps.