New ZealandTeenage boy repeatedly punches octopus in violent attackA youth was filmed and egged on while he violently attacked an octopus on a Bay of Plenty beach.Watch27 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boostThe Wright Family Foundation will fund Tautoko Mai for the next three years.25 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'New epidemic': AI-generated child sex abuse pics found in NZCustoms warns it is taking action and has several cases before the courts.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandVictim ‘horrified’ as court removes abuser from sex offender registerAfter a 16-year battle for justice, the victim regrets going to authorities. 17 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I felt like I failed her': Father haunted by preschool daughter's abuseJudge Marshall said the offending was too serious for anything other than jail.16 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandNia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.13 Jan 04:03 PM
World'Every parent’s biggest fear': US dad kills 'monster' found with his young daughter'This monster ... just appeared in a place where our child should have been safe.'08 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Black mark on our country': Two children allegedly murdered in tragic start to 2025'We’ve got to do something to turn it around. It’s just not good enough.'06 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy Four Square is finally apologising to Kiwi feminist after 55 yearsJoss Shawyer resisted forced adoption and supported other single mothers to do the same03 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating report of 'suspicious approach' to youth in ChchThe man allegedly tried to get the youth into his vehicle this afternoon.02 Jan 06:29 AM
New Zealand'I cannot accept': Faith-based abuse survivor rejects New Year HonourMike Ledingham says his decision came after a lot of soul-searching.31 Dec 06:43 PM
New Zealand2024's high-profile court stories: Gangs, illegal prostitution and an infamous murderWe look back on serious court cases and a parole hearing with a twist.31 Dec 03:58 PM
New ZealandDame Lydia Ko and honours for former All Blacks coaches and My Food Bag foundersChampion golfer among six new dames and knights. 30 Dec 04:00 PM
EducationCall for mandatory child protection training for teachersTeachers are in prime position to notice signs of child abuse.30 Dec 01:57 AM
New Zealand'Snitches get stitches': Family want answers after child sex offender's 'unexplained' prison deathThe family say they found unusual marks on the inmate's body.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'She panicked': Mum feared OT uplift after brothers' brutal fight over LegoThe children needed medical assistance but the parents failed to take them.20 Dec 06:00 AM
BusinessDilworth Trust Board to apologise for decades of horrific child abuse at schoolThe board will acknowledge the impact of abuse on survivors.19 Dec 09:17 PM
Crime'The kids won't shut up': Court cuts sentence for mum who killed infant, condemns absent dad'The kids won't be safe,' she had previously warned her ex-partner.18 Dec 06:03 AM
Politics'Not a day I don’t think about it': Mixed response to Lake Alice redress packageMinister Erica Stanford acknowledges the scheme won't meet everyone's expectations.18 Dec 12:49 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Historical abuse in state care Lead Coordination Minister announcementAnnouncement from the Lead Coordination Minister for the Government’s Response to the report into historical abuse in state care.Watch17 Dec 11:10 PM
New ZealandTrainer kicks horse in genitals - avoids conviction, name suppressedThe judge wants further information before convicting him on child assault charges.17 Dec 07:33 AM
Crime‘Just lost it’: Court docs outline why a convicted baby killer decided to murder againDonovan Duff's name and criminal history had been kept secret until today.11 Dec 02:04 AM
Crime'The abuse of that monster': Court hears rage as paedophile's victims demand justiceHunt faces preventative detention; court hears of decades-long pattern of abuse.09 Dec 02:31 AM
New ZealandStranger danger alert: Schoolboy approached by couple in white van with tinted windowsPolice want to find the 'suspicious' couple, ask Marlborough residents for help. 08 Dec 02:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Sorry Solicitor-General, an empty apology for abuse in care isn't enoughOPINION: The Solicitor-General used disgraceful tactics against our people.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Word of God': Destiny Church parents demand answers over 5-year abuse by youth leaderVictims' families believe Destiny Church failed to protect vulnerable boys.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I'll take the blame': Destiny Church youth leader admits to hundreds of sexual abusesThe disciple abused the victims over five years at a house he shared with his mother.01 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldMother hid daughter in drawer until she was almost 3, court toldWoman jailed for seven years for cruelty to daughter who did not even know her own name.26 Nov 09:43 PM
CrimeMan beat stepchildren with poles, cords, broomsticks and kitchenware when in bad moodChild's bruise at school leads to Kaikohe man's arrest for serious family violence.24 Nov 07:53 AM
OpinionOpinion: Abuse survivors know how redress should work – will the Govt finally listen?OPINION: Survivors of abuse in care are owed substantial redress for their injuries.24 Nov 02:00 AM
New Zealand'I felt sick': The harrowing content TikTok posts to 13yo girls revealedNadia Maxwell set up a page for a 13yo on TikTok and was shocked at the suggested content.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Unmasking monsters': Meet the Customs team intercepting child sex abuse materialNew documentary goes inside the elite Customs team investigating child sex material in NZ.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLord of the Rings actor jailed for sexually abusing Auckland girlHe was also added to the child sex offender register. 22 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsMinister announces unit to investigate harm against children in careIt follows a slew of complaints about Oranga Tamariki.21 Nov 11:09 PM
