17-Year Data Collection


The Growing Up in New Zealand 17-Year Data Collection is here! This part of the study is about hearing what life for you and your young person/people now that they are in their late teens.

The information you share will provide valuable insights for researchers and decision-makers to improve the lives of all young people in Aotearoa New Zealand.  We are grateful for the time and energy you give to the Growing Up in New Zealand and thank you again for continuing to be part of this important study.

Participant Information Sheets

The Participant Information Sheets below tell you everything you need to know about taking part in the 17-Year Data Collection.  It is important that you review them carefully and talk to people around you about participating in this part of the study.

You can also find more information on how to decide if you agree to sharing your Growing Up in New Zealand data from the 17-Year Data Collection with StatsNZ here.  

Young person's information about continuing to be part of Growing Up in New Zealand

    Young person's Information about taking part in the 17-Year Data Collection

      Main Caregiver information about taking part in the 17-Year data Collection when your young person has agreed to continue to be part of Growing Up in New Zealand, or the main caregiver does not know what their young person has decided about continuing to be part of the study

        Main Caregiver information about taking part in the 17-Year data Collection when your young person has not agreed to continue to be part of Growing Up in New Zealand

        Taking part in the 17-Year Data Collection Wave

        Taking part in the 17-Year Data Collection wave is easy.  

        • Review the participant information sheets - these have everything you need to know about this part of the study.  Because the young people in the study are now over 16, they need to confirm they are happy to continue to part in Growing Up in New Zealand. They then, that they agree to take part in the 17 Year  Data Collective Wave.  These, and other other consent questions are asked before starting the questionnaire.
        • Access your consents and questionnaire - from Monday 2nd of February 2026 you can access the 17-Year Data Collection Wave consents and questionnaires through the HOME portal or via the links emailed to you. This is a very important part of the study so you might find it easier to answer your questionnaires in more than one session.  Your progress is saved, so you can complete in a time that works for you.
        • Redeem your voucher - to show our appreciation for completing your questionnaires, both the young person and main caregiver will recieve a voucher - $50 for your young person and $25 for main caregiver.  You can instantly redeem your voucher through the HOME portal.  See below for more details on how to do this.  

        Our team is here to help.  If you would like support-in-person or over the phone, please get in touch with us so we can set a date and time with you. We have devices you can borrow, or support from our team who speak a variety of languages including Te Reo Māori, Samoan, Tongan, Mandarin and Hindi.  Please call 0508 476 946 or email contact@growingup.co.nz.

          How to redeem your voucher

          1. Log in to the HOME Portal and complete any questionnaires displayed.
          2. Go to the Voucher section to view your voucher.
          3. Select Claim Voucher.
          4. Check your email for the voucher message.
          5. Activate and download your Prezzy virtual card using the instructions in the email or here.
          6. Once activated, the voucher will appear as Claimed in the HOME Portal.
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          Support Services

          If you require further assistance or have any questions about the questionnaire or Growing Up in New Zealand in general, please email contact@growingup.co.nz or free phone 0508 476 946.
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          Talk to your family, friends or support services, if you are worried about anything. If you think you, or someone you know, may be experiencing mental health challenges, there are several free tools or services that can help.  In an emergency, call 111.