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Laws accused of hitting kid
Police are investigating former Whanganui mayor Michael Laws after an allegation of child assault was made against him.
Father discharged over alleged assault on son
A Christchurch father has been discharged without conviction before trial over a case that could have tested New Zealand's anti-smacking laws.
Poll finds smacking making comeback
Smacking children may be creeping back into favour following Government assurances that police will not prosecute parents for "light smacks", according to a new survey.
Have yourself a smack-free Christmas
Along with giving the kids a doll's house, a my little pony, or whatever it is they might want this Christmas, apparently it's okay to give them a light, open-handed smack too.
PM: It's okay to give light smacks
John Key says a new review gives parents the go-ahead to lightly smack their children without the fear of prosecution.
Past referenda organisers lend weight to march
Organisers of past referenda ignored by governments have lent their weight to Saturday's march over the anti-smacking referendum.
Smacking law march aims to be big
A property manager who is spending $450,000 on a march against the smacking law hopes it will be the biggest protest march in NZ history.
March to call for action on smacking referendum
A march to protest the Govt's lack of action following the so-called anti-smacking referendum has been announced.
Bradford leaves Beehive smacking of Section 59
The retirement of Green firebrand Sue Bradford this week is exposing hidden rifts in the party.