New Zealand'Joy our region needs': Free show takes audience on heart-warming adventureThe show follows a worm on its adventure to rescue its mother.04 Apr 12:13 AM
New Zealand'Super burned-out': Hundreds of teachers to strike again"We are trying to make a difference, but there just aren’t enough resources there.”27 Mar 05:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNumber of children waiting for mental health support more than triplesThere is a 'higher-than-national-average rate' of children receiving support in the Bay.27 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm going to burn you': Mum scalds child for wetting himselfThe mother scolded the boy with a hot spoon, frustrated at him for wetting his pants.27 Mar 02:50 AM
New Zealand'We need them': Rotorua parents share why they back striking teachers"I think the teachers should get all the support they can."15 Mar 05:03 PM
New Zealand'Very withdrawn': Mothers on perinatal depression as exhibition launches next monthOne mother said it was “really difficult” to get out of bed and do the housework.25 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandStaffer stabbed during youth justice facility escape attemptOffenders believed to have taken advantage of inexperienced staff, poor maintenance.07 Feb 08:53 PM
New ZealandDamning review into Malachi Subecz murder finds agencies could have done moreThe Government agrees to some changes, but shies away from mandatory reporting of abuse.01 Dec 12:11 AM
New ZealandSocial worker sourced secret files to help family's case in courtAs a result, the woman lost the job she had 'poured her heart and soul' into.07 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMother rejects medical advice, ends up in legal tug-of-war over daughter's careDoctors and mother at odds over how to deal with toddler's health issues.19 Sep 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics$1.1b Oranga Tamariki spend-up a 'disparate collection of ideas' with no strategyTreasury has delivered a scathing report of Oranga Tamariki's Budget funding.08 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeYouth walks on 10 charges, judge criticises tardy health serviceYouth walks free from another 10 charges due to delayed psychological report.31 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandChildren's life in squalorA jury has accepted children's claims of years of abuse by their meth-using mum27 Aug 11:53 PM
New ZealandFather who throat-punched son jailedThe judge told him if he focused on keeping his hands to himself, 'we'll all be happy'.25 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandOT caregiver received death threats, labelled 'murderer' after toddler's mystery deathWhat killed little Deajay Parkinson-Batt?21 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAct demands Covid response inquiry, would scrap Three Waters if in powerThe Act leader has released the party's first 100 days plan.10 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime: The Arthur Easton murder and wrongful conviction of Alan HallA Moment In Crime podcast revisits murder of Arthur Easton and the conviction of wrong man04 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime: Evil stepfather - Bruce Howse and the murders of Olympia Jetson and Saliel AplinHerald podcast A Moment In Crime looks back at the murders of two young Masterton sisters23 Jun 04:30 AM
New ZealandGloriavale leaders apologise for 'abhorrent' sexual abuse, child labourLandmark court decision opens the door for further court action against Gloriavale.27 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandMum 'trying to be Wonder Woman' repressed memory of injuring her sonDespite hazy memory, mum accepted responsibility, was sentenced to 9 months' supervision.20 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I loved that man': Leaders pay tribute to Sir Wira Gardiner"For someone that walked with so much greatness, he was a humble man."17 Mar 09:41 PM
New ZealandMāori hearings: 'I was a child at the mercy of a monster'Abuse in care: Māori hearings began on Monday with the experiences of two young men.07 Mar 03:30 AM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki worker reinstated after being fired for 'aggressive' behaviour towards boyFootage showed the worker bring his face within inches of the boy's and raise his fist.22 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandWhānau Ora considering court, Waitangi Tribunal action over child vax dataWhānau Ora first asked for the data in December.26 Jan 11:18 PM
PoliticsConcern raised over new Oranga Tamariki legislationAn advocacy group urges govt to pump brakes on new Oranga Tamariki legislation.18 Jan 07:22 PM
New ZealandMan sells home, moves islands to escape unruly state house neighbours'New Zealand taxpayers deserve better than being held to ransom by s*** tenants.'14 Nov 04:38 AM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki back pedals on closure of youth homeOranga Tamariki: "No widespread culture of abuse".26 Oct 02:21 AM
New ZealandNo room: Judge begs Oranga Tamariki for secure bed for 'chronic high-risk' young personJudge desperate for secure placement for youngster but OT repeatedly says 'no beds'.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Harmful': Youth have no trust in controlling 'care' environmentsYouth care residences kept youngsters for too long, affecting their safety and wellbeing.08 Aug 02:50 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovt comms spending increases 50% in four yearsCommunications outgoings are up to $89m from $57m.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Please, mummy, don't let them take me': Mum on the run - police uplift young girl on Ruapehu slopesThe girl was crying and pleading with her mother: 'Why do I have to go?'17 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuOranga Tamariki wrong not to follow up abuse reports, review findsAgency got it wrong by not investigating 9 out of 14 reports of possible abuse or neglect.11 Jul 08:43 PM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki investigation: Christchurch care home to closeChildren's Minister Kelvin Davis says there could be more abuse allegations to come.01 Jul 05:15 AM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki investigation: Staff stood down after child restraint incidentSir Wira Gardiner says a social worker has been assigned to the young person involved.30 Jun 12:33 AM
