LifestyleNew derogatory term rising in popularityThe worrying truth behind a slang term popular among young people.08 Apr 10:45 PM
LifestyleHow to keep your kids safe onlineKids are growing up online, deeply immersed in social media and video games.07 Apr 04:13 AM
New Zealand‘Fresh energy’: Māori Queen inspires youth at poukaiIt was the first poukai for Nga wai hono i te po since her father's passing in 2024.05 Apr 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDiana ClementDiana Clement: How to get started on investing if you’re a young adult OPINION: Young people should start with KiwiSaver before riskier investments.05 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 12 times the police force, 60 arrests: Holiday data from summer hotspot revealedCharges included assault of police, threatening to kill and dangerous driving.28 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate allegations of officer assaulting teen in NapierA boy was allegedly punched, smashed into the ground and left with a broken jaw.20 Mar 05:09 AM
New ZealandGang members use local gym for brutal bare-knuckle fightsGym owner changes rules after private group booking used by gang. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFive teens arrested after two service station break-insThe five teenagers, aged 15 and 16, will appear in the Whangārei Youth Court.18 Mar 05:25 AM
New ZealandCollege secures regional debating title for third year'Prevalence of technopessimism' subject of grand final debate.17 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Samoan fireknife dancers set the Diversity stage ablazeReporter Amelia is at the Diversity Festival in South Auckland, where kid Samoan Siva Afi dancers are showing off their passion for fireknife, and devotion to culture. Video / KKNWatch17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Huhu grubs are grub and feral is flash at the Hokitika Wildfoods FestivalReporter Nevaeh is at Hokitika’s annual Wildfoods Festival, where the Feral Fashion wearable arts competition has local tamariki foraging and flaunting their local flora.Watch16 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice halt bus, take seven youths into custody after serious incidentGroup boarded a bus into central Auckland before police found the vehicle and stopped it.14 Mar 05:31 AM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Americarna roars through WaitaraGather ‘round folks, for a celebration of American cars and American cool! In this special report, Taranaki kids show reporter Freddie how they ring in Americarna. Video / KKNWatch10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandR23? Why bars might raise age restrictionsA bar owner said he wouldn't be surprised if venues further raised the age restrictions.09 Mar 10:47 PM
New ZealandRegistered sex offender thought he was sending explicit messages to teen ... but he was wrongIt was actually a detective posing as a 14-year-old on Snapchat.09 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeWitness claims coach accused of inappropriate relationship with girl, 14, said ‘I’ll do what I want'The Crown alleges the man sexually assaulted a 14-year-old sportstar.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo teens allowed: Bar bans under 20s ... again'It’s like watching Bambi getting to walk on ice for the first time.'08 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen breaks barriers with historic tractor-pull winElla Martin, 17, is the first female to win the Northland Field Days' tractor-pull title.07 Mar 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘Monster’: Sex offending youth worker escapes jail claiming church job in MelbourneThe Uniting Church says they have no record of offering Fale McCarthy a job.02 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeTwo young people in custody after police spike fleeing vehicleThe vehicle was stopped in Auckland's Sandringham after being tracked by the Eagle helicopter. Video / NZ HeraldWatch01 Mar 08:04 PM
New ZealandFizzy fury: Call to ban sugary drinks from sports stadiumsDental Association says the “severity of the issue” of tooth decay in youth is alarming.01 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandStudents claim man tried to get them into his vehiclePolice and school staff are warning students not to accept rides from stranger28 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandBoy, 12, suffers brain injury in Wellington biking accidentStrangers cared for him for 15 minutes before help arrived.25 Feb 01:19 AM
New Zealand‘Not even getting the basics right’: ‘Vegan’ school lunches contained beef mince'I don't think it's edible,' mother says.24 Feb 04:00 PM
Kahu‘Truly grateful’: Custom mouthguards key to Kelston’s rugby successAUT's initiative included dental exams and treatments, ensuring players' safety.23 Feb 10:38 PM
New Zealand‘Trail of destruction’: Judge lifts lid on one of NZ’s worst young criminalsPaddy racked up more than 30 offences before he turned 18.22 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow a free iwi programme is transforming lives through driver licensingNgāi Te Rangi's programme targets those struggling with costs and access.20 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldMajor update after mum storms school, threatens to slit daughter's bully's throat'That is a breaking point for any parent … I went into survival mode.'18 Feb 08:30 PM
New Zealand'I am alive’: Teen rescued after waterfall disaster shares recovery from horror injuriesMaia Johnston has listed her horror injuries in an update video.14 Feb 02:54 AM
New Zealand‘Serious safety risks’: Whanganui riverboat managers on youth antics'The roof isn’t designed or made to hold human weight.'13 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Sport in a Changing Climate’: Gisborne symposium will feature national researchProfessor Holly Thorpe and her team looked at how recent flooding events impacted youth.11 Feb 03:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: The most brutal and personal economic statisticOPINION: When inflation bites, we all feel it. But losing your job is personal.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLeading light: Zeva top teen at life skills camp'I proved to myself that I can do more than what I think I can do': Zeva Peard06 Feb 10:25 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessYoung people bear the brunt – youth unemployment hits 23%More than half of New Zealand's newly unemployed last year were aged 15-19.05 Feb 03:40 AM