LifestyleDiss Generation Z? Epic fail, you rentalWith the new decade poised to become known as the "teenies", adults are warned that if they "diss" teen speak, they risk an "epic fail".06 Jan 03:00 PM
TechnologyShock over deadly internet choking crazeChildren are posting videos on the internet showing them choking other youngsters to the point of collapse.05 Jan 10:55 PM
New ZealandTeen driver who hit three cars seven times over limitA 19-year-old man rear-ended a taxi before colliding with two other cars on Saturday night.05 Jan 03:17 AM
New ZealandBattle lines drawn in final push to get rid of tobaccoA sea change may be occurring in young people's attitudes to tobacco.03 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandCall to ban all adverts of junk food to childrenThe World Health Organisation has come out in support of a complete ban on advertising junk food to children.03 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandDrinkers at beach spots mar festivitiesDozens of drunk drivers, many with sober passengers, were caught by police near a popular campground despite warnings and a highly visible booze bus.01 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandSmoking tax rise explored by GovtThe Ministry of Health has given the clearest signal yet that the Government is likely to increase the tax on cigarettes to help slash the number of people who smoke.01 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandWoman dies as police try to save herPolice tried in vain to save the life of a 30-year-old woman at Ruakaka, south of Whangarei, after she was stabbed last night.31 Dec 11:40 PM
New ZealandSurge in Youthline crisis callsA major increase in calls to a youth helpline points towards "disconnect and distress" in society, says Youthline.30 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandMan charged over Tauranga deathThe man found dead on the doorstep of a Gate Pa house yesterday morning was a talented, emerging Maori artist. 22 Dec 09:52 PM
New ZealandTeen electrocuted in accident at homeA 15-year-old West Auckland boy died after an accident at home while using his laptop computer.14 Dec 03:00 PM