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Thousands of whānau living in hardship to benefit from Christmas charity initiative

Tamariki to get donated toys thanks to charity.

Young Pasifika talent recognised: 'The future of Pacific Aotearoa is very bright indeed'

Some of the country's top achieving Pasifika have been recognised for their achievements.

10,000 signatures want Pharmac to fund 'lifesaving medicines for all children'

Petition to Te Pāti Māori to ensure young Māori have access to cancer drugs.

Alarming microplastic figures, harsher penalties for Iran & a sticky situation on SH1 | Focus Morning Bulletin 12 December, 2022

Alarming figures show how much plastic is falling on Auckland, motorists stuck in a sticky situation and how New Zealand’s stepping up its message to the regime in Iran in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald

France to make condoms free for anyone under 25

Girls and women 25 and under in France can already get free birth control.

ACC campaign wants injured Māori to come forward

New ACC campaign to support shy Māori to seek help for themselves and whānau.

The writing is on the walls for Māori youth

Māori youth are expressing who they are through murals.

Decision made for unvaxxed blood, $2M youth crime package & China's new Covid normal | Focus Morning Bulletin: 8 December, 2022

High Court battle over ill baby over, the Government's plan for New Zealand’s youngest offenders and China relaxes Covid rules in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald

Sex Outside the City challenges taboo to improve takatāpui health

Queer representation in heath messaging and services is lacking in the regions.

Youth workers challenge Nats' proposal to send teen offenders to boot camps

The proposal would send youth offenders to military-style camps.

Residents to turn out for stem cell donation swabs to save 8yo's life

There are only three international matches for the girl, all of whom are too far away.

Fury as boy, 11, split from sister and booted from Jetstar flight

A mother has unleashed on the airline after her child was removed from flight.

Amber-Lee Cruickshank case: Man who gave 'inconsistent' statements to police pursued

Detectives have received new information in investigation into toddler's disappearance.

Why Labour's Youth MP doesn't want children

The Maungakiekie MP feels right at home being in charge of the youth portfolio.

Thieves ram raid, smash into five Auckland businesses overnight

A dairy, Subway outlet, restaurant, vape store and car yard have all been damaged.

Seven with Youth Aid after allegedly stealing car, one passenger found in front footwell

Bystanders helped police track down offenders.

Officials admit responsibility in Seoul Halloween tragedy

Police had received multiple phone calls before the crowd surge that killed more than 150.

Christchurch police arrest three youths after cyclist seriously injured in crash

Police blame peer pressure, social media and money for a recent spate of youth offending.