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.
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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'.
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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.
‘National disgrace’: NZ’s landmark Abuse in Care inquiry finds 200,000 harmed
The 3000-page report calls for apologies, redress and police investigations.
Abuse in Care: Our national disgrace
The Abuse in Care report calls for apologies, redress and police investigations. Video / NZ Herald
Mum warned kids weren't safe around her, kills her infant, then gets name suppression
'Not long before my anger becomes too much for the kids’ safety,' she warned in texts.
'I slipped through the cracks': Parole Board repeatedly botches rape victim notification
Parole Board apologises after sex offender released on parole without victim’s knowledge.
'I'm sorry': Minister apologises to abuse survivors as OT funding shake-up looms
Karen Chhour apologised for what two young complainants had endured.
Young women call for Oranga Tamariki to be stripped of responsibilities
Michael Morrah sits down with state abuse survivors, Karah Mackie and Trinity Green. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael Morrah
“They thought it was normal” Gang leaders reveal impact of state abuse
Michael Morrah sits down with "Puks", the President of Black Power Auckland and Feke Taito, former King Cobra member. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael Morrah
Redress about more than just 'shut-up money': Gang boss on abuse in state care
Black Power leader 'Puks' says damaged whānau deserve more than just 'shut-up money'.
'I'll never forgive you': Mum's powerful words to baby killer Michael Topp
Christchurch man who abused, murdered his 3-month-old daughter jailed for life.
Third-generation gang child on reporting her rapist to police
Bruce Wayne Hintz is facing up to 20 years in prison for child sex abuse.
'Unable to escape': Man given 19 years jail for sexual, violent abuse of his seven kids
The man was jailed for 19 years and must serve half before parole can be considered.
Fresh charges filed against ex-Destiny Church disciple accused of sexually abusing teen boys
The 29-year-old now faces 14 indecent assault charges relating to three youths.
Police chose not to charge teacher with child exploitation material on his school laptop
Tribunal says teacher's claim of lack of interest in pornography 'unbelievable'.
'It caused his death': Man abused in care at Marylands School dies before justice served
The man contracted a fatal disease as a result of horrific child sexual abuse.
'Set up to fail': The $200b cost of abuse in state care
Abuse in care costs an estimated $857,000 over each individual survivor’s lifetime.
Man collected 1.2m child exploitation images over 20 years
'They were real victims and their suffering was recorded for the world to see.'
'Inadequate, flawed' safety and protection before injured toddler killed by father
Coroner criticises child welfare agency for 'flawed' abuse response.
Baby Mustafa Ali death: Man to fight murder charge
A trial date has set in the High Court at Hamilton for February 2026.
Editorial: Oranga Tamariki boss must have missed memo on handling leaks and staff morale
OPINION: Chappie Te Kani slams staff leaks as his organisation lets hundreds go.
Man jailed for life after 6yo son weighing 8kg starved to death
Anthony Jose Martinez was sentenced to life in prison on a first-degree murder conviction.
Paris Hilton's heartbreaking testimony
'I was violently restrained and dragged down hallways,' she tells US Congress hearing.
Hipkins responds to claim from Dickason’s parents MIQ impacted her mental state before murders
The 41-year-old has been sentenced to 18 years in Hillmorton Hospital.
Parole for mum who used 5-year-old as ‘sexual plaything’ after 4 years in prison
The woman will be released having served three years and 11 months behind bars.