Destiny Church scandal: New charges laid as two more victims come forward
The man now faces 18 charges in relation to five alleged victims.
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Who is Pavel Durov, the Russian-born Telegram founder arrested in France?
Durov, who founded Telegram with his brother, claims to have fathered 100 children.
'Can't think of a worse crime': Adoptive mum confronts woman who caused infant's severe brain damage
This month's hearing marked the second time Shana Tooman has been sentenced.
NZ's 'most serious' child porn bust: Man with 800 hours of material jailed
'This is so, so, serious ... It just strikes at the values of a civil society.'
Tears as jury finds teen stepmum killed toddler Harlee-Rose
The Crown said Jessica Mulford was resentful about caring for 2-year-old Harlee-Rose.
Former cops, prosecutor due in court as police investigate Alan Hall miscarriage of justice
Police investigating wrongful conviction of Alan Hall summons three people to court.
'Horrific mistake': Female teacher caught kissing a young girl
A friendship between Erin Jarmey and the child turned into an inappropriate relationship.
Defence say dad's 'magic carpet ride' caused Waikato toddler's fatal injuries
But, the Crown says it was Harlee-Rose's stepmum who snapped and killed the 2-year-old.
Man jailed for violence against toddler who suffered injuries 'worse than some fatalities'
'It’s pure luck and good fortune that (she) was able to survive the multiple attacks'.
'I'm sick of everyone thinking I'm a murderer': Teen stepmum accused of killing toddler
The Crown alleges Jessica Mulford stomped on toddler Harlee-Rose.
'Used to it': Five young cousins speak out against sexual abuser
The man has now been jailed for 12 years and six months.
‘Help, my daughter isn't breathing’: Dad’s desperate efforts to save toddler heard in murder trial
He pounded on his neighbour’s door and asked for her to do CPR on the girl.
A fall or strangulation? Dr questions stepmum's explanation for toddler's injuries
A doctor assessed an injured Harlee-Rose five months before she was allegedly murdered.
Pet rule changes could help people escape family harm
Victims of family harm could benefit from changes to the Residential Tenancies Bill.
'She snapped': Teen stepmum allegedly stomped on toddler causing fatal injuries
The injuries were so bad Harlee-Rose Niven's pancreas was split in two.
Letters: Shot-putter Maddison-Lee Wesche defines Olympic spirit
OPINION: 'The All Blacks looked and played like a group of individuals.'
'Don't tell anyone': Lord of the Rings actor convicted of sexually violating girl
Auckland man played Rohan prince Théodred in the trilogy.
Gore toddler's death staged to look like an accident, ex-detective says
The former investigator believes Lachlan Jones was placed into a pond after his death.
Editorial: Convicted child rapists should not be allowed to compete in the Olympics
OPINION: Countless infractions can lead to an Olympic ban, so why can a rapist compete?
Families are the most dangerous institution in New Zealand – Jarrod Gilbert
OPINION: More damage is done to children by these families than by the state.
Letters: Why do we accept the unacceptable?
OPINION: A reader writes that people in power need to make changes.
'It's taken a toll on me': Church group boss resigns amid abuse inquiry fallout
Presbyterian Support Otago CEO Jo O'Neill's final day in the role is next Friday.
'Māori enough?': Act MP Karen Chhour breaks down over 'bullying behaviour' in Parliament
She says the work environment feels unsafe for her.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Govt's gang conundrum - which victims should get abuse in care compo?
OPINION: Either the Government pays compensation to everyone abused, or to no one.
Family of killed toddler say Oranga Tamariki gave them $300 in an envelope
Trish Puna says by the time she found out where Casino was, she was dying in Starship.
Abuse in care revelations: Law Society president on leave after complaints laid
The Law Society confirmed he had taken leave 'while any complaints are addressed'.
Official Trailer | Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up | Lifetime
Gypsy Rose Blanchard was imprisoned in 2016 for conspiring to kill her abusive mother DeeDee Blanchard. In December 2023, she was released on parole. Video / Lifetime
'Extreme and disturbing': Men took pics of preschooler, shared with online predators
Judge: 'The offending against a [relative] is the ultimate betrayal of trust.'
Abuse in Care: Survivor network says some victims overlooked, risks to children remain
'Rapid access' to redress called for, survivor supporter says transparency is crucial.
Exclusive: Second complaint made against Law Society president over advice to church
The Herald can reveal NZ Law Society president Frazer Burton is facing a second complaint.
Second complaint against New Zealand Law Society president
The Herald can reveal another complaint has been laid against the New Zealand Law Society president. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael Morrah
Forced adoptions, starvation, beatings: Landmark report reveals horrors for unwed mums
This is what happened to girls and women sent to unmarried mothers' homes.
Billions likely for abuse survivors and a blow for SMEs | Focus Morning Bulletin July 25, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, compensation could run into the billions for abuse in care survivors and small businesses in biggest sales decline since Covid.
Commissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiry
Commissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiry.