Stephanie intervened to protect a newborn with head injuries after Oranga Tamariki neglected her concerns about the child's unsafe living conditions with drug-using parents. She sought legal action to gain custody, prompting Oranga Tamariki to admit its failure to act appropriately.

• 01Stephanie acted after Oranga Tamariki did not respond to her concerns about a newborn's safety.
• 02She hired a lawyer and sought a parenting order from the Family Court to care for the child.
• 03Oranga Tamariki acknowledged its failure to respond appropriately to the situation.
• 04The newborn suffered significant harm from head injuries and drug exposure.
• 05The case highlights the need for better protective measures for vulnerable children.

This incident raises awareness about the responsibilities of child protection services in New Zealand.