
Carmel Claridge
Carmel Claridge is the co-ordinator of Te Kooti o Timatanga Hou, also known as the Court of New Beginnings, a specialist court in Auckland designed to assist the homeless population with pathways to change their lives. Since its establishment in 2010, the court has received recognition for its success in reducing reoffending rates and providing support to those in need. Claridge is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of homelessness and rehabilitation, believing in the potential for transformative change.
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Carmel Claridge is the co-ordinator of Te Kooti o Timatanga Hou, the Court of New Beginnings.
An incident at homeless court: Steve Braunias draws up 10 responses to a car crash in an Auckland courtroomThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-06-23




