PremiumPremiumEducationCalls for tougher child protection as 339 teachers face mandatory reportsInappropriate force was the top issue, with 62 reports in the past year.05 May 02:35 AM
WorldAccused killer of Alice Springs 5yo remanded after court no-showJefferson Lewis, 47, will next appear via audio-visual link on July 30.05 May 02:32 AM
WorldBritish police want suspect in Madeleine McCann case to face murder trial in UKDetectives want to charge Christian Brueckner ahead of the incident's 20th anniversary.04 May 09:22 PM
New Zealand'Extraordinary delay': Questions remain over baby's 2014 death from non-accidental head injury04 May 12:10 AM
PremiumOpinionDeborah Chambers: Puberty blockers court fight tests who gets to decide for vulnerable kids03 May 03:00 AM
Entertainment'It simply cannot happen': Concerns revealed for Beckhams’ daughterThe couple worry fame could leave Harper feeling 'a bit lost' like Brooklyn.02 May 04:55 AM
WorldAustralian police expected to charge suspect today over killing of 5yo girlKumanjayi Little Baby was found dead near Alice Springs on Thursday.02 May 12:50 AM
World'Too many lives lost': Alice Springs town camps under scrutiny after 5yo's alleged murderAbout 400 people rioted after suspect arrested for little girl's death.01 May 09:26 PM
New Zealand'Infinite amounts of exploitation material': Offenders turn to AI to fuel 'most extreme' abuse fantasiesA government department received 267 AI child abuse image reports in three months.01 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandParent of teen who only eats plain foods ‘terrified’ child could go blindTwo studies looking into the eye health of children aged 7 and 12 are underway.01 May 08:28 AM
EntertainmentRussell Crowe’s ex-wife Danielle Spencer lifts lid on rumour about their 2012 splitShe reveals she felt she was ‘driving’ the break-up and carried deep guilt.01 May 02:46 AM
New ZealandPolice end case into Tom Phillips' alleged helpers Police say current admissible evidence does not meet the test to charge.30 Apr 09:19 PM
Entertainment'Still doesn't feel real': ZM radio star Bree Tomasel and fiancee share joyful newsThe ZM host announced the news live on the Bree and Clint show.30 Apr 06:03 AM
WorldDevastating discovery in search for 5-year-old allegedly abducted from Alice Springs homePolice suspect 47-year-old Jefferson Lewis may have taken the child from her home.30 Apr 04:33 AM
New ZealandSuzy Cato returns to host a new season of You and MeThe beloved children's entertainer chats about her nostalgic return to the small screen. Video \ Jason DordayWatch30 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandHot chips, crisps, Nutella: Experts warn malnutrition causing Kiwi children to go blindFour NZ children aged 9 to 12 had severe vitamin deficits and long term damage.29 Apr 07:30 PM
New ZealandBudget boost, but not enough hands: Why high-needs students still miss outNZEI warns workforce shortages mean funding does not guarantee support.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMother of baby who suffered serious injuries desperate for answersPolice are speaking with family as they probe the baby's unexplained injuries.29 Apr 07:37 AM
New ZealandSafety check review underway at school which hired ex-athlete sex offender The man admitted sexual offending against a 15-year-old girl in 2023.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate after baby suffers unexplained injuries at Christchurch propertyThe baby is in Christchurch Hospital with serious unexplained injuries.28 Apr 06:04 AM
WorldPolice believe missing 5yo girl still alive after alleged abduction from Alice Springs homeSharon vanished from her home after being put to bed.28 Apr 03:07 AM
PremiumPremiumFootballConfessions of an Auckland youth football coach: How I fixed a kids' gameA season of stress, constant WhatsApp dinging and abusing a grandfather.27 Apr 06:00 PM
WorldTwo children die in New South Wales house fire hours before family was to move statesThe family of six were due to move to Queensland on the day of the fire.27 Apr 05:47 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Government should clarify what changes mean for social service providersOPINION: Social services are right to be concerned about a lack of clarity.26 Apr 05:00 PM
BusinessThe costly mistake parents make when helping their kids financiallyWhy good intentions can end in lawsuits, lost homes and family fallouts.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘His heart is so big’: Miniature pony brings hope to hospital wardChildren who'd been long bedridden walked out of their rooms to meet the therapy pony.25 Apr 06:00 PM
CrimeMan arrested after child on bike hurt in hit-and-runPolice say a 43-year-old man was arrested after a search warrant in Tokoroa.24 Apr 06:06 AM
WorldUK agrees ban on cigarette sales for people born after 2008Smoking causes about 75,000 deaths a year in England and one quarter of cancers.23 Apr 06:00 PM
