Coverage dated October 22, 2026

New Zealand High Court strikes down ban on 'gender affirming' puberty blockers

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The government had argued the restrictions were a precautionary response to uncertainty over the long-term benefits and risks of puberty blockers and mirrored other countries that imposed similar bans.

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Washington Blade
New Zealand High Court strikes down puberty blocker ban (opens Washington Blade)
Published Oct 22, 2026
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Transgender advocacy group challenged government’s 2025 regulations
Just the News
New Zealand High Court strikes down ban on 'gender affirming' puberty blockers (opens Just the News)
Published Oct 22, 2026
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The government had argued the restrictions were a precautionary response to uncertainty over the long-term benefits and risks of puberty blockers and mirrored other countries that imposed similar bans.