The Government's introduced changes to legislation ... as it tries to overhaul Oranga Tamariki

It includes partially repealing "subsequent child" provisions, when a parent has previously had a child permanently taken away.

They also apply to a parent with a murder, manslaughter, or infanticide conviction for a child in their care.

The provisions require Oranga Tamariki to either apply for a care and protection order, or confirm a child is safe with their parents.

A review found they often increase trauma and distress for an older child - who is often drawn into court proceedings.

Children Minister Kelvin Davis says the changes signal the direction they want Oranga Tamariki to take.