New Zealand‘You know what happened’: Officer's plea for truth in tragic Baby Ru caseThe toddler died after suffering severe head injuries.21 Nov 11:03 PM
New Zealand‘This is the real story’: Girl says she was sexually abused by parents' friendA Cromwell man has denied indecently groping a friend’s 6-year-old.21 Nov 08:15 PM
CrimeFormer top school staffer escapes conviction on child sex chargeA jury found her guilty of one count in July.21 Nov 04:13 AM
New ZealandThe life and death of notorious offender who sexually abused own daughter for 20+ years - crimes revisited in Herald podcastHerald podcast tells story of a man who violated his own daughter for almost 30 years.21 Nov 01:00 AM
CrimeEx-Dilworth chaplain admits new paedophilia charges, bringing victim count to 19Ross Browne has been in prison since his sentencing on similar charges in 2021.20 Nov 11:03 PM
New ZealandPolice find child sexual abuse images on laptop of gangs' 'go-to-guy'Police stumbled across 115 images of child sexual abuse on Toby Sandbrook's computer.20 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandPop star to prison: Pat Urlich covertly filmed teen having showerUrlich, 62, was sprung when the teen girl noticed a light through the bathroom window.17 Nov 04:00 PM
CrimeMan who killed toddler was on bail and just been allowed access to childrenHis conditions were varied after CYFs said it had no safety concerns about him.16 Nov 04:00 PM
Kahu'Tough nut': Six-year-old Major fighting for life as whānau pray for tamariki'Cheeky' boy fighting for his life in Starship children’s hospital after a hit-and-run.15 Nov 07:06 AM
New ZealandMother who beat daughter with dog collar avoids jailThe woman strenuously denied the allegations, saying she only slapped the girls.14 Nov 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMother's plea for anti-bullying programmes after daughter constantly targetedA Northland mother has alleged schools aren't doing enough - nor are parents.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSlain toddler Baby Ru allegedly had fabric wrapped around neckThe toddler died after suffering severe head injuries.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBaby Ru homicide: Police seeking hard drive holding CCTV footage from houseIt comes after a police appeal for information about the car that took him to hospital.13 Nov 10:56 PM
New ZealandHorrific child abuse: Malnourished boy who slept in bath had fractured back, hipsHe was traumatised to the point he was psychologically shut off and unable to talk.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBaby Ru: Why are police yet to lay charges over toddler's death?Three weeks have passed with no charges in the baby Ru case. We answer your questions.13 Nov 05:29 AM
New ZealandRuthless-Empire: Multiple injuries, crucial evidence removed - what we knowPolice believe baby Ru was injured in the morning before being taken to hospital.09 Nov 11:22 PM
New ZealandWellington man arrested for allegedly sharing child exploitation videos onlineAn analysis of his phone confirmed he shared multiple videos of child sexual abuse.07 Nov 04:03 AM
Crime'Significant risk': Killer, sex offender will remain under extended supervision orderBasil Mist served 20 years for sexual offending against girls and killing his partner.06 Nov 03:10 AM
New ZealandFamily of Ruthless-Empire watching videos of toddler to keep his memory aliveGreat aunt says it's cruel that all the whānau now have of toddler is memories.04 Nov 04:00 PM
KahuChief children’s commissioner appointedClaire Achmad steps into children's role in challenging times.02 Nov 08:15 PM
New ZealandBaby Ru killing: Family of Malachi Subecz speak outMalachi Subecz was murdered by his caregiver in November 2021.02 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandExclusive: Ruthless-Empire's mum speaks out, says she was not involved in his deathBaby Ru's mum says she wants 'justice' for her son.02 Nov 03:11 AM
New Zealand'Here we go again': Oranga Tamariki slammed in wake of toddler's deathThe comments come amid fears more children will die if issues aren't addressed.01 Nov 07:38 PM
New ZealandWoman who lived at Ruthless-Empire's home wants to ‘defend myself and speak the truth’The toddler suffered fatal blunt force injuries at the address.01 Nov 05:58 AM
New ZealandSlain toddler’s family asked OT to uplift him amid concerns he was in ‘danger’The relative alleged Baby Ru was 'in danger', and suggested he be uplifted 'asap'.01 Nov 12:59 AM
New ZealandRuthless-Empire homicide: Oranga Tamariki admits toddler was in its systemThe agency is looking into whether there could have been interventions before his death.31 Oct 04:10 AM
New ZealandWho lived at the house where toddler Ruthless-Empire was fatally injured?More than a week has passed since Ruthless-Empire was killed, yet nobody has been charged.30 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland school tries to suppress link to child sex abuse image caseThe former deputy principal had child abuse and bestiality images.30 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandRuthless-Empire homicide: 'We still need justice for our baby', family saysThe toddler died as a result of blunt force trauma suffered up to 12 hours earlier.29 Oct 10:45 PM
New Zealand'They couldn’t fight back': Man forced kids to eat chilli sauce as punishmentRaymond Vandy also kicked the children and used a cooking spoon to hit them.27 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandBirth of slain toddler Ruthless-Empire had never been registered due to name rejectedPolice are still hunting who was responsible for the violent death of Wellington toddler.27 Oct 05:20 AM
New ZealandMum says toddler allegedly found with baby wipe in mouth was ‘murdered’Police say the toddler's death is unexplained.25 Oct 09:25 PM
New ZealandBaby wipes in mouth of 'vibrant, happy' child who died, police investigateRuthless-Empire was the 'most vibrant, happiest child', his grand-aunt says.24 Oct 09:54 PM
New ZealandToddler who died in unexplained circumstances was 'the soul' of his familyRuthless-Empire was one day away from turning 2 when he died in Hutt Hospital.24 Oct 04:11 AM
