But the new long term pathway for mental wellbeing, known as Kia Manawanui, contains no specific measurable milestones. The Minister has previously expressed frustration with his Ministry over the pace of change. All this follows the comprehensive inquiry into mental health which resulted in 38 recommendations put to government nearly three years ago. This week he announced a new 10-year plan for mental wellbeing and the establishment of an external oversight group to keep it on track. He is due to release a stock-take into how much of the $1.9 billion for mental health in the 2019 budget has been spent, or allocated. The Health Minister Andrew Little talks with Kathryn Ryan about the pathway forward for mental health.
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