Press Release – New Zealand GovernmentAs New Zealands first Mental Health Minister, I am pleased to deliver the countrys first Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy under the Healthy Futures (Pae Ora) Act,” says Mr Matt Doocey. Hon Matt DooceyMinister for Mental Health6 August 2026Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today launched the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, setting a clear 10-year direction to improve mental health and addiction outcomes for all New Zealanders. “Ultimately, mental health deserves the same long-term direction and accountability as the rest of our health system. “As New Zealand’s first Mental Health Minister, I am pleased to deliver the country’s first Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy under the Healthy Futures (Pae Ora) Act. “Some key areas of focus coming up across mental health will be:Launch AI Navigation to enable people to easily access mental health and addiction services.