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Health Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits of the Healthy Homes Initiative
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti details the benefits derived from the Healthy Homes Initiative, which has led to fewer hospitalisations and better school attendance.
Tim Bray Theatre Company's final curtain call as founder battles rare cancer
A champion of children's theatre announces closure after 33 years.
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Some schools won't have resources to teach new maths curriculum in time for Term 1
The Ministry of Education says there has been "high demand" for the new resources.
‘My parents gave me everything – but I was still a victim of neglect’
Telegraph: Children of wealthy parents can feel neglected, due to no emotional support.
Editorial: Is it time for NZ to ban social media for children under 16?
OPINION: The disturbing content Kiwi kids are being exposed to has again made headlines.
Who knew Debbie Ngarewa-Packer was an Eminem stan?
Reporter Reid is at the Beehive for a kōrero with Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer on growing up, living in style, and the beats that get her fired up for Parliament.
Sky Sport presenter's 'emotional' journey to motherhood
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Minister announces unit to investigate harm against children in care
It follows a slew of complaints about Oranga Tamariki.
'Snip-a-thon' freebies will help 100 men in need
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Minister 'cannot take personal responsibility' for inappropriate actions in youth boot camps
It follows concerns about use-of-force powers being given to staff.
Unity Theatre casting call: Badjelly The Witch auditions coming up
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'Not being seen': Severely disabled kids lose teacher aide hours
Parents and principals angered as disabled kids lose vital aide hours in Auckland.
Roblox bolsters child safety measures after abuse reports
Popular gaming platform allows users to play, create, and share virtual experiences.
How having kids led Dunedin pharmacist to life of crime writing
Vanda Symon launched her successful career as an author as a mum of two under 2.
Leaked email reveals government departments’ concerns about boot camp proposal
Oranga Tamariki agreed to make changes in response to the feedback.
Australian state luring Kiwi ECE teachers with $55,000 incentives
Victoria Government is targeting New Zealand early childhood teachers to move.
'We are so grateful': Preschooler with brain tumour has skull-wedge reattached
Preschooler diagnosed with aggressive neuroblastoma at top American facility.
Spreading the joy: Ashley Bloomfield’s kindness club
The health legend is taking a jab at teaching kids important life skills.
The Onion to acquire Infowars out of bankruptcy
Financial Times: Satirical website wins auction for media business.
The day the doctor said three of our four children will go blind
Times: Mia, Colin and Laurent's parents wanted them to see the world. They had a deadline.
Letters: Abuse survivors deserve more than just money
OPINION: 'A fundamental question [about abuse in state care] remains largely unspoken.'
Seymour slams schools who told kids 'wave your banners' ahead of hīkoi
Teachers openly flaunt children's absenteeism rules.
Two families who lost premature babies share their second chances at parenthood
Pre-term birth rates are rising, but a new initiative starts today.
Hīkoi to Parliament: Seymour warns parents who take kids to explain ‘unjustified absences’
The minister has previously spoken of the need for children to attend school to learn.
Kea Kids News: Polish kids celebrate escaping Hitler 80 years ago
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Survivors of abuse in care carry thousands of ribbons to Parliament
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Government’s response to the Inquiry into abuse in state care
Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford detail the Government’s response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into abuse in state care. Video / NZ Herald
'An awful life': Deaf student pinned against wall, choked by principal
Students at Van Asch College and Kelston School for the Deaf endured serious sexual abuse.
Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids
The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.