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Parents struggle with children’s social media use, fearing harmful content exposure.
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Auckland library lockdown: Man with knife near babies at Wriggle and Rhyme session
The 'terrifying' incident occurred at a public library.
Whanganui pool tragedy: Coroner questions how lifeguard thought boy was just 'holding his breath'
Further investigations revealed the 7-year-old was unresponsive.
Toddler drowns in septic tank: Coroner says focus should be on safety, not blame
Whanganui toddler Kelvin Chand fell into an uncovered septic tank on lifestyle block.
Lachie Jones inquest: Coroner delays release of findings
Coroner Ho said the delay was related to police announcing further investigative work.
Boy impaled on metal post after Auckland FC loss, AT ‘really disappointed’
Jude Beattie, 11, underwent emergency surgery at Starship Hospital.
'Dental disease': Thousands of children face surgery delays
Health NZ data shows the waiting list has grown by around 1500 in two years.
Man charged with murder of 3-year-old girl in Kaikohe
The man will appear in Kaikohe District Court on Monday.
How Jon Bridges’ personal journey fuels advocacy for fertility support
After struggling to have a family, the TV star is helping other desperate Kiwis.
'Felt their back crack': Woman jailed for beating, punching and kicking children
The 31-year-old threw one child into a wall with so much force that it left a hole.
Minister reluctant to detail possible exceptions to 18-19yo benefit cuts
The Government saves more than $160m through the change.
Arrests after video of attack by teens on girl posted to social media
Police were called to a serious assault in Papatoetoe, Auckland, on Thursday night.
Budget 2025: Means-testing extended for Best Start payments
Best Start will now be means-tested across all three years it is offered.
The little Kiwi girl who has beaten cancer – twice
Indi was diagnosed with a rare cancer called Ewing sarcoma in 2019.
NZ teens ditch smartphones for 'brick' phones
A 2025 survey found 95% of New Zealanders aged 15+ use social media.
'Deeply distressing': Pupil airlifted to hospital with critical injuries
The Ministry of Education's traumatic incident team is actively supporting the school.
Hunt for new Oranga Tamariki CEO yet to start seven weeks after resignation
Former CEO Chappie Te Kani took medical leave in September to undergo surgery.
Public feedback overwhelmingly negative to bootcamp bill, MPs recommend physical force safeguards
Providers will be able to use force against children as a last resort.
When StarJam fell silent, Hawke's Bay found its voice
HB Jammers now host about 60 participants and plan to expand to Flaxmere.
Tragic loss: TikTok star's son dies after pool accident
Trigg Kiser, 3, died after being pulled from a backyard pool.
'Valuable opportunity': Students praise compassion-building workshops at school
Students have found the workshops 'really uplifting and positive' so far.
'Extremely devastating': Mum's tribute, homicide investigation into daughter's death
Police seek mystery pink woman who helped after ute smashed into power pole.
Toddler survives 15-storey fall thanks to small bush - here's how
'The child landing in that bush probably saved his life.'
Midwife criticised after fatal oversight leaves mum alone in rural home without power
The investigation took more than four years, adding to the family's distress.
Children as young as 6 adopted, made to work as house slaves
Social worker who has helped teens who escaped slavery fears others are in danger.
Kea Kids News: Little boots, big dreams!
Reporter Grace talks to the Halton Hart Family Band, a group of 8 cousins who are gearing up to rock the New Zealand Country Music Festival with their original country songs.
Why more students are choosing online education over traditional schools
Enrolments at Te Kura rose by 10,000 in the last six years.
Kiwi rapper Kings shares moment he played for someone who died in front of him
'You've crossed him to the other side. Thank you so much.' Video / Beyond the Beat
'My bones are cracking': Boy's trauma as bike crash sparks hunt
Police are seeking information about the motorbike involved in the collision.
'I'm a recidivist offender': Woman's journey from criminal to mentor
Allen has 178 convictions and has devoted herself to helping Northland addicts recover
Deputy principal on leave, police complaint laid
The school has not confirmed any details but sent out a cryptic email earlier this week.
On the Up: Bus driver dismayed at seeing cold kids on roadside builds them a shelter
His bus, known as the 'music bus', features daily singalongs and games.
Children’s Commissioner: We sit at the wrong end of global bullying rankings
New Zealand's youth face the second highest bullying rate in the OECD and EU.
Canterbury artist channels childhood struggles into acclaimed artworks
Sheelagh McHaffie uses white pastel on black paper to 'draw the light.'