OpinionJacinda Ardern: We must act together to stop abuseCOMMENT: Calling a death what it is may bring a greater sense of justice, but it won't save one child's life, writes Jacinda Ardern.22 May 10:32 PM
New ZealandThe short, tragic lives of Nia and MokoNia Glassie and Moko Rangitoheriri were both beaten to death at the age of 3.18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRefuge denies knowing of Moko's abuseThe Taupo Women's Refuge says says a staffer has been subject of a false statement.17 May 08:20 AM
OpinionAlan DuffAlan Duff: Time to break silence on Maori violenceCOMMENT: Maoris are more in need of learning parenting skills than are non-Maoris and that applies to a lot of Pacific Island parents too.16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Moko's mother speaks out about son's deathThe mother of a 3-year-old boy who died after torturous beatings at the hands of his caregivers has spoken out about her son's death. Source: TV3Watch16 May 07:54 AM
New ZealandBid to stop offenders renaming shot downA bid by a National backbench MP to make it illegal for paedophiles to change their names has been rejected.15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Bikers against child abuseChapter president, Zeus talks us through what it takes to become a member of BACA (Bikers against Child Abuse). The Auckland chapter is the first of its kind in New Zealand, already, new chapters in other cities are preparing to start up.Watch12 May 05:01 AM
OpinionDavid Rutherford: Privacy at risk in child safety pushCOMMENT: Our government departments are setting up new data-sharing systems that New Zealanders ought to discuss, writes David Rutherford.12 Apr 10:53 PM
WorldWatch: Stephen Fry tells child abuse victims to 'grow up'Stephen Fry has sparked outrage after criticising the idea of safe spaces and trigger words, and saying that child victims of sexual abuse should "grow up" and not feel sorry for themselves. Source: The Rubin ReportWatch11 Apr 08:59 PM
New ZealandScottish child abuse victims soughtA major Scottish child abuse inquiry is calling for victims now living in New Zealand to come forward and give evidence.31 Mar 08:48 PM
OpinionRichard Wood: Saving lives beats saving moneyThe <i>Herald</i> recently ran an article on child abuse and invited comments on what needs to happen to stop it.29 Mar 08:29 PM
New ZealandBreaking the child abuse cycleSurvivors of child abuse have spoken out about their lifelong struggles, with one woman realising just as she was about to give her toddler "a boot" how important it is to break the cycle of violence.23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ 'doing bugger all' to fix child abuseLittle has changed in 10 years since Kahui deaths shocked nation, says leading paediatrician.20 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldWatch: Toddler survives being run over by van in ChinaWarning: Content may disturbWatch15 Mar 07:12 PM
New ZealandState care victims sue GovernmentThe group of 74 people is suing the Ministry of Social Development for $10,000 each07 Dec 07:23 PM
KahuHomeless Day highlights carver's journeyHomeless carver Robert Marriner has finally found someone to hear his story after 52 tormented years.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I'll clear court if there's an outburst'Judge warns family as he hears pleas over the murder of a three-year-old boy.29 Sep 10:36 PM
New Zealand'Cash cow' boy loses transportThe disabled boy social workers said was being used by his alcoholic mother and her boyfriend has lost access to a vehicle specially modified to meet his needs.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandAnalysing catalogue of miseryIt is a grim glimpse of the front line of social work - an 1100-page dossier of abuse and misery cataloguing the life of Benjamin*.28 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandAlcoholic mum used boy as 'cash cow'Severely disabled child used by his alcoholic mother and her boyfriend to access up to $80,000 in benefits.28 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We need a better system'After a string of restructures of Child Youth and Family, Minister of Social Development Anne Tolley says she will fully implement the recommendations of an expert panel looking into children in state care.25 Sep 10:38 PM
New ZealandJail absconder's guard on chargesCorruption charges have been laid against the prison guard who Phillip John Smith claimed helped him escape to Brazil.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandTot's head injuries spur police inquiryPolice are investigating how a year-old Northland girl suffered critical injuries.25 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionRichard Wagstaff: Private interests won't help vulnerable kidsThe idea of Serco being responsible for a pipeline guiding children through their lives from cradle to grave - from CYF to prison - sounds like something from a dystopian novel, writes Richard Wagstaff.25 Sep 02:17 AM
New Zealand'Stranger danger' spoils ride homeLess than a week after he started biking to and from school on his own, a Greytown schoolboy was accosted by a stranger who tried to lure him into a car.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandOptimism greets latest CYF reviewA child abuse expert says she is "cautiously optimistic" that the latest review of Child, Youth and Family will finally lead to big changes.24 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleKiwi abuse survivor in praise of the Black Dot campaignIn 2003, Simonne Butler's hands were severed with a samurai sword by her then-partner, Antoine Dixon. She talks to NZME about a new awareness campaign.17 Sep 08:26 AM
LifestyleMy Body My Terms: Campaign goes viralKiwi singer Lizzy Marvelly is behind a campaign hoping to shift attitudes about consent and sexual violence.16 Sep 11:48 PM
LifestyleHave you heard of Black Dot campaign?A new online campaign is giving victims of domestic violence a way to tell others what's going on at home without having to say anything.15 Sep 11:05 PM
LifestyleTattoos to cover abuse scarsA Brazilian tattoo artist is helping victims of domestic violence heal by covering up their scars with beautiful works of body art for free.15 Sep 03:02 AM
New ZealandTeachers escape with formal warningTeachers who hit students at a private Tongan Christian school in Mangere were not taken to court because of the wishes of the families, despite complaints from five children.11 Sep 05:00 PM
