New ZealandCannabis result hinges on youth turnout - researcherPollster had thought the yes vote was "a lost cause", but is now revising his opinion.10 Oct 08:01 PM
New Zealand'Thrown under the bus': Parenting group cuts ties with counsellorParenting organisation distanced itself from a counsellor who offers conversion therapy.09 Oct 09:05 PM
New ZealandCovid-19 predicted to make child poverty worseChild poverty trends suggest a need for the "transformational" policies promised in 2017.09 Oct 12:09 AM
KahuAssistant Māori Commissioner for Children appointed for first timeGlenis Philip-Barbara has worked in the public and community sector for over 30 years.07 Oct 12:34 AM
New ZealandThe tragic death of Sophia Crestani: Family reflects a year after uni party horrorThe family of Sophia Crestani are still heartbroken a year after her tragic death.02 Oct 08:45 PM
New ZealandChild to be discharged from hospital after consuming potent fantasy drugThe child was rushed to hospital after ingesting an illicit substance.01 Oct 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBankruptcy fear: Sir Tim Shadbolt says he can't pay $350,000 in legal billsThe Invercargill Mayor reveals personal struggles in an exclusive interview.26 Sep 04:00 PM
LifestyleTeen says 'punk' look has left him joblessThe Queensland teen claims he has been discriminated against for how he looks.25 Sep 02:45 AM
New ZealandMan sexually abused in state care still fighting for apology"I don't call myself a survivor because I am still waiting to be rescued."24 Sep 02:10 AM
LifestyleAre your kids more likely to help round the house when in dress up?Study shows there are many benefits to children who indulge in make-believe games.20 Sep 02:47 AM
LifestyleAdults strip on children's TV show to challenge 'perfect body' mythOld, young, fat and thin, disrobe for Danish children's show to promote body positivity.18 Sep 10:29 PM
LifestyleHow Covid is causing youth to miss key rites of passageYouth are being robbed of the chance to attend key life events and bond through them.06 Sep 09:17 PM
New ZealandObject thrown off motorway bridge, smashes through car carrying toddler'We're lucky a little girl didn't get killed on the motorway.'05 Sep 05:22 PM
WorldVictorian boy hospitalised with post-virus illnessVictoria has issued an alert after a boy has been hospitalised with a post-Covid illness.04 Sep 09:49 PM
New ZealandYouth Wings: Meet the next generation of New Zealand politicsGo behind the O Week stalls to meet some of our youngest political leaders.02 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'No one is born with a patch on their back': How Kiwi gang members are madeNew Kiwi film shows boy's journey from abusive childhood to brutal gang enforcer.29 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleVaping teen nearly dies: 'I have the lungs of an 80-year-old lifelong smoker'16yo spent 10 weeks fighting for his life in hospital, needed artificial lung to survive.28 Aug 11:34 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleInstagram versus reality: How girls can feel body confidentBody insecurities can flow into feelings of worthlessness and unlovability, say experts.28 Aug 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Chase is a living time bomb. He can go into cardiac arrest at any time'A toddler with Barth syndrome will die if he doesn't get a heart transplant in Australia.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandChild dies after 'tragic accident' at Upper Hutt parkThe child was taken to a local medical centre with critical injuries at 11.40am.27 Aug 01:44 AM
LifestyleWhy a revolution is brewing among the 'Covid generation'Comment: The aftermath of Covid will leave young people burdened with debt.22 Aug 01:00 AM
LifestyleGrandmother angry after mum bought son dress to wear to preschool"My 4-year-old is very masculine but also loves pretty things".21 Aug 02:21 AM
KahuQuick-thinking cousins help kuia after heart attackCousins help kuia after she suffers a heart attack in her garden.16 Aug 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnvironmentInspired by Greta: Bay's Generation Z working to change worldGeneration Z - the future leaders to save the world.15 Aug 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuMeet the man helping Far North kids find their superpower through theatreYouth theatre in Northland has a special touch under the direction of Willi Henley.08 Aug 05:00 AM
LifestyleTrolls toy removed from shelves after 'paedophilia' claimsThe doll giggled when one of its buttons was pushed - sparking fury among some mums.08 Aug 01:55 AM
PremiumPremiumSportMy gymnastics coach stole my childhood - I was 12 years oldComment: I didn't realise it then, but now I see that my 'normal' wasn't normal.07 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandFraser High School stabbing: Students asked to delete footageThe principal says posting the footage online will retraumatise the victim.04 Aug 03:33 AM
New ZealandHamilton school knife fight: Teen's thumb left hanging by a threadThe boy's mum alleges her son's attacker tried to kill him.03 Aug 09:17 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatt HeathMatt Heath: Boss them from adults to kidsSome might call it bullying. Matt Heath says it's common sense. You decide02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAll the lonely people: Covid's impact on NZ youthProlonged loneliness has hit high levels in New Zealand, particularly among young people.01 Aug 08:44 PM
New Zealand'Crazy': Judith Collins not sweet on Greens' water-only drinks policyJudith Collins takes aim at the Greens for their "crazy" water-only drinks policy.31 Jul 08:27 AM
All BlacksDan Carter's message to pushy parentsABs great has joined fellow NZ athletes, calling on parents to be better on the sidelines.31 Jul 05:00 AM
