# Military-style bootcamp: No reoffending from second cohort

> Second military-style bootcamp for young offenders in New Zealand shows zero reoffending after 13 weeks.
- Title: Military-style bootcamp: No reoffending from second cohort
- Summary: Second military-style bootcamp for young offenders in New Zealand shows zero reoffending after 13 weeks.
- Keywords: oranga tamariki, military-style bootcamp, young offenders, reoffending, second cohort, new zealand, child welfare, youth justice, programme, community phase, NZ Herald
- Source: NZ Herald — https://nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/military-style-bootcamp-no-re-offending-from-second-cohort-of-young-offenders/CH5VWL5O7FH4BH7YOLBGTLVMOE
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## Military-style bootcamp pilot
Oranga Tamariki reported no reoffending among second cohort of young offenders after 13 weeks.
## Staff fatigue concerns
Officials noted staff fatigue due to intensive programming in later weeks of the bootcamp.
## Programme adjustments planned
Oranga Tamariki plans roster pattern changes and less intense weekend activities for future cohorts.
## Voluntary participation
Participation in the programme remained voluntary as legislation had not received royal assent.
## Two participants withdrew
Two of the 10 young people withdrew participation consent and left during week 13.
## Community phase progress
Six participants are living in Oranga Tamariki homes while two have returned to families with ongoing support.
## Positive feedback
Residents reported feeling supported to make right decisions despite challenges.
## Early success
Oranga Tamariki described the first six weeks in community as encouraging with no reoffending.
## Next bootcamp timeline
First cohort of new military-style academy expected to start in late February 2027.
## Minister's statement
Minister for Children Karen Chhour praised early results as promising for young people's futures.
## Programme support
Participants receive therapy, gym access, and training courses or employment opportunities.
## Staff wellbeing
Officials consider changes to staff wellbeing after reported drop in energy levels in later weeks.
## Programme design refinement
Oranga Tamariki uses feedback from staff and youth to refine the bootcamp design.
## Community integration
Officials report minor issues with residents reintegrating into communities after bootcamp.
## Next steps
Programme will continue with ongoing support for participants after completion.
## Key takeaway

New Zealand's second military-style bootcamp cohort of young offenders has no reoffending after 13 weeks.