New ZealandKerikeri pupil becomes the country's best speller for his age - againThe 10-year-old also previously won a prestigious spelling bee comp at age seven.04 Dec 03:00 AM
LifestyleTreasured toy reunited with preschooler after plea goes viralThe favourite toy was always with Rhylen - and his mum was determined to find it.01 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhere there’s a will there’s a war: Kids fight over the family bachPassing on the iconic family bach to the next generation could be fraught with problems.01 Dec 04:00 PM
Lifestyle‘I gave birth at 70 thanks to IVF – but my partner left because it was twins’Safina Namukwaya had a boy and a girl via caesarean in Uganda.01 Dec 03:58 AM
New Zealand'Little fighter': Dad says Sapphire Wakefield making small improvements as she turns 6 in hospitalSchoolgirl hit by a driver who may have been on the phone is "showing signs of healing".01 Dec 02:34 AM
New Zealand'The fun service': Using sport to tackle issues at school'Now, we have something we know and believe will work. Let’s go with it.'30 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It was horrific': Girl fighting for life after being run over walking home from schoolLittle Sapphire Wakefield was resuscitated three times at the scene of the accident.30 Nov 05:00 AM
LifestyleWhy you should talk about fertility, even if you don’t want childrenFertility is a tricky topic. Here's how you can bring it up with your loved ones.30 Nov 02:12 AM
New ZealandWhy are parents declining vaccinations for their children in Whanganui?Rates are below pre-Covid levels.29 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldWatch: Heart-warming moment kidnapped Israeli children are reunited with beloved family dogThe dog was greeted excitedly by the young siblings who had spent weeks in captivity.28 Nov 10:16 PM
New ZealandTeen mum inflicts brain injury on baby, only feeds him sugar and waterThe injured boy is likely to experience significant health and developmental issues.28 Nov 06:00 AM
Kahu6yo hit-and-run victim discharged from hospital after miraculous recoveryHit and run youngster John Major Taurua Mackay discharged after 3 weeks in hospital28 Nov 05:52 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentNom nom nom. What’s the deal with Cookie Monster’s cookies?New York Times: Ever wondered what the Sesame Street muppet eats? We have the answer.27 Nov 08:39 PM
LifestyleAussie model posts list of 117 reasons she doesn’t want childrenEllie Gonsalves posted the list after 'years of being asked why' she doesn't want kids.27 Nov 03:24 AM
LifestyleEverything you need to know about Auckland's Santa ParadeGet ready for today's big parade, with a performance from iconic entertainer.25 Nov 06:11 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: Giving the gift of financial literacyOPINION: Board games can help foster financial skills.25 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleOpinion: Health and education are closely linked - NZ needs to integrate them more in primary schoolsMany NZ children face health and education challenges. Would a holistic approach help?25 Nov 02:00 AM
Kahu'Made out of papier maché': Santa Parade floatmaker marks half centuryAuckland's Santa Parade float maker Peter Taylor reminisces on his 50-y long career24 Nov 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Economy limping along’: The fiscal headwinds facing Luxon and WillisA rundown of some of the big stories from the Herald's podcast network this week.24 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandSoldier teaches school kids how to stay safe in the bushThe teacher at Matangi School has started a fortnightly “Bush School” programme.24 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandFather brought to tears during young daughter’s account of alleged abuse by family friendA cellphone recording revealed the young girl telling her father.23 Nov 01:46 AM
LifestyleWhen to give your child their first mobile phoneIt's important to chat to kids about online safety, but how do you start the conversation?23 Nov 01:30 AM
New ZealandControversial sex book for teens given 'unrestricted' ratingThe unrestricted rating will allow parents to decide if it's appropriate for their teens.22 Nov 10:13 PM
New ZealandConstable's hope: The new generation that could solve a small town's domestic violence woesThis policewoman is teaching children what love looks like when they're in a safe home.22 Nov 05:00 PM
LifestyleKiwi kids are turning their backs on sport - what’s being done to keep them active?Kiwi kids are not as active as they once were.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'He’s a little warrior': Whanganui hit-and-run victim out of comaThe family have blown away by the support they've received from the Whanganui community.22 Nov 02:09 AM
New ZealandBaby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.21 Nov 10:48 PM
KahuTraditional way of parenting revivedThe traditional Māori way of parenting is what the Hapū Māmā Wānanga Wahakura thrives on.21 Nov 10:18 PM
New Zealand'I thought I was gonna die': Young father battles rare brain conditionThere is no treatment in New Zealand, so the young dad of three has to sell his house.21 Nov 06:48 PM
LifestyleHow to talk to your kids about AIGenerative AI is here to stay and it's accessible to everyone - including your kids.21 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandFountain tragedy: $90k upgrade after 4-year-old's suspected drowning deathThe child died just three days before their 5th birthday.20 Nov 04:09 AM
World'Heartbroken': 5-year-old boy fatally stabs twin brother with kitchen knifeAuthorities said they do not plan to file criminal charges in the death.19 Nov 08:38 PM
World‘I warned Mark Zuckerberg teens weren’t safe on Instagram – he ignored me’Arturo Béjar said Instagram is 'categorically not' appropriate for children.19 Nov 08:03 PM
New ZealandDesperate mum pleads for help to fund baby's fight against cancerA Givealittle page was set up to help baby Robin fight cancer.19 Nov 04:00 PM
