New ZealandBoy, 12, undergoes surgery after police dog released on himBut the IPCA has found the use of the dog was justified.23 Nov 01:55 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly distressing': Teen attacked with 'prison napalm' at youth justice facilityIt is the latest in a string of incidents at the facility.22 Nov 04:00 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
New Zealand'No one stopped to help': Girl allegedly stabbed after getting off Christchurch bus'She never wants to bus again, emotionally not too good.'20 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandStudent roulette: Online gambling by pupils at NZ secondary schools ‘concerning’A Herald investigation revealed the extent of students' gambling during school hours.20 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldTop Aussie cop's son dies at 'schoolies' after alleged hit and run'Deepest possible sympathies': Driver’s mother released a statement on Saturday afternoon.20 Nov 01:32 AM
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
WorldBritish teen who killed army veteran gets two years in youth detention centreOmar Moumeche attacked Dennis Clarke, a former soldier of the Sherwood Foresters regiment.18 Nov 09:41 PM
New ZealandNew report shows schools are struggling to deal with sexual violenceThe report includes testimonies from 300 youths describing their experiences.17 Nov 10:18 PM
KahuGuidelines to help youth quit vaping releasedAround 1 in 5 high school students are now regular vapers.16 Nov 11:05 PM
New ZealandAlbany bus station killing: 16-year-old murder-accused battles to keep name secretThe teen denies carrying out the killing that shocked commuters on September 18.16 Nov 02:15 AM
Kahu'Tough nut': Six-year-old Major fighting for life as whānau pray for tamariki'Cheeky' boy fighting for his life in Starship children’s hospital after a hit-and-run.15 Nov 07:06 AM
New ZealandTāngarākau campground murder: Forensic evidence alone proves teen killed camper, Crown claimsAdrian Humphreys was fatally stabbed while camping last year in remote Taranaki.15 Nov 06:00 AM
KahuRegion's youth sway vote on Māori representationKāpiti Coast District Council establishes a Māori ward because young people want it.15 Nov 03:00 AM
KahuTamariki must be equipped with cutting-edge skills for the futureMāori-owned ed-tech Code Avengers is supporting thousands of students.14 Nov 09:23 PM
KahuMāori parents see brighter future for their tamariki than when they were kidsSurvey finds Māori parents feel confident about children's futures.14 Nov 12:00 AM
New Zealand'I've already used up eight of my nine lives': Mike King's hope for NZ, and himselfConstantly striving for "perfect happiness" is having a devastating effect on kids.12 Nov 07:56 AM
New ZealandSchool students warned about ‘sextortion’ messagesTeenagers have been approached online with demands for nude photographs.10 Nov 01:48 AM
New ZealandTeenager impresses in the competitive world of BMXTom Coleman has won a major sporting award.09 Nov 02:37 AM
New ZealandSeven youths arrested after allegedly fleeing police in stolen carArrests are the latest in a series of incidents involving youths in Christchurch.08 Nov 11:37 PM
TalanoaSocial media utilised by Pacific Islands Forum to connect with youthA young Kiwi is helping to show off the PIF via Facebook stories and videos.08 Nov 10:05 PM
New ZealandFamily of 8-year-old with incurable brain cancer told to ‘prepare for the worst’About 25 children are diagnosed with brain cancer per year.05 Nov 10:29 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Alcohol and sport sponsorship call - will new Govt be game enough?OPINION: Our editorial on tackling alcohol sponsorship of sport and community events.03 Nov 02:08 AM
New ZealandGood Samaritan hurt intervening in assaultA witness at the scene said she saw a distressed young woman with blood all over her face.02 Nov 10:55 PM
KahuCharities better than government at supporting people, report findsThe report makes it clear the Government 'is not good at dealing with those people'.02 Nov 09:00 PM
KahuChief children’s commissioner appointedClaire Achmad steps into children's role in challenging times.02 Nov 08:15 PM
KahuWoman supports teen who stole and wrecked her uninsured car'Her family was worried that I was gonna react badly, being from a gang whānau.'02 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandLittle festival with big heart on in the ‘StingsCheck out the free shows, on every day from Wednesday to Sunday.30 Oct 11:22 PM
New ZealandChild Cancer Foundation breakfast and auction raises $21k“We’re always happy with the support that we get.”28 Oct 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy more teens are heading down a path of anxiety, depressionDr Jo Prendergast advocates “benign neglect”, where parents intentionally step back.27 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandWinning photographer on 10 years documenting society’s most vulnerableOver 8000 entries were culled to just 13 winners in NZ Geographic photo awards.27 Oct 09:00 AM
WorldHer 6-year-old son shot his teacher. Now she is being sentenced for child neglectThe teacher spent two weeks in hospital with multiple injuries after the January shooting.27 Oct 05:30 AM
New ZealandYoung teens referred to youth services after Wellington building fireThe four youths were aged 13 and 14.27 Oct 04:19 AM