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Family of killed toddler say Oranga Tamariki gave them $300 in an envelope

Trish Puna says by the time she found out where Casino was, she was dying in Starship.

Abuse in care revelations: Law Society president on leave after complaints laid

The Law Society confirmed he had taken leave 'while any complaints are addressed'.

Official Trailer | Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up | Lifetime

Gypsy Rose Blanchard was imprisoned in 2016 for conspiring to kill her abusive mother DeeDee Blanchard. In December 2023, she was released on parole. Video / Lifetime

'Extreme and disturbing': Men took pics of preschooler, shared with online predators

Judge: 'The offending against a [relative] is the ultimate betrayal of trust.'

Abuse in Care: Survivor network says some victims overlooked, risks to children remain

'Rapid access' to redress called for, survivor supporter says transparency is crucial.

Exclusive: Second complaint made against Law Society president over advice to church

The Herald can reveal NZ Law Society president Frazer Burton is facing a second complaint.

Second complaint against New Zealand Law Society president

The Herald can reveal another complaint has been laid against the New Zealand Law Society president. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael Morrah

Forced adoptions, starvation, beatings: Landmark report reveals horrors for unwed mums

This is what happened to girls and women sent to unmarried mothers' homes.

“They thought it was normal” Gang leaders reveal impact of state abuse

Michael Morrah sits down with "Puks", the President of Black Power Auckland and Feke Taito, former King Cobra member. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael Morrah

'I'll never forgive you': Mum's powerful words to baby killer Michael Topp

Christchurch man who abused, murdered his 3-month-old daughter jailed for life.

Third-generation gang child on reporting her rapist to police

Bruce Wayne Hintz is facing up to 20 years in prison for child sex abuse.

'Unable to escape': Man given 19 years jail for sexual, violent abuse of his seven kids

The man was jailed for 19 years and must serve half before parole can be considered.

Fresh charges filed against ex-Destiny Church disciple accused of sexually abusing teen boys

The 29-year-old now faces 14 indecent assault charges relating to three youths.

Police chose not to charge teacher with child exploitation material on his school laptop

Tribunal says teacher's claim of lack of interest in pornography 'unbelievable'.

'It caused his death': Man abused in care at Marylands School dies before justice served

The man contracted a fatal disease as a result of horrific child sexual abuse.

'Set up to fail': The $200b cost of abuse in state care

Abuse in care costs an estimated $857,000 over each individual survivor’s lifetime.