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'Inadequate, flawed' safety and protection before injured toddler killed by father
Coroner criticises child welfare agency for 'flawed' abuse response.
Man killed toddler after being bailed to boy's home following ‘deficient’ OT report
The judge let him move in based on the findings of a ‘deficient’ Oranga Tamariki report.
Advice: I’m fed-up with my elderly parents bickering - I wish they’d just split up
Advice for a reader who is fed-up with awkward family dynamics.
And you thought Fiji was friendly! This little-known destination is a family favourite
'It's truly one of the most family-friendly countries we have ever travelled.'
'False prophet': State caregiver created cult, twisted doomsday religious doctrine to molest boy
He was charged in 2022 with exploiting his positon of trust over 15 years earlier.
Honey, I forgot to have kids: Steve Braunias on Otherhood
OPINION: A new book spurs Steve Braunias to reflect on the childless and being a father.
Oranga Tamariki spends more than $800k on contractors, consultants on plan to axe 447 jobs
Minister for Children Karen Chhour is defending the spend-up.
Rotorua is the staycation your family needs this winter
Where cosy meets culture and the whole family loves it.
'Living on a faultline': Kiwi teen's life after brain surgery
Portia Swan underwent surgery while awake - here, her parents share an update.
'Pretty emotional': Bay-born sparkie and teacher team up for kids' book
What started as a drive to learn te reo Māori has led to a bilingual journal for kids.
'Doing great': Breakfast host welcomes baby girl
Burns-Francis' Breakfast co-hosts shared the news while on air this morning.
War Memorial Park playground opens to community
New playgorund puzzles incorporate and relate to Te Awamutu War Memorial Park’s heritage.
'Our angel': Mother of teenager killed in house fire pays tribute
'She always has been, and always will be, our angel. I was proud to be her mum.'
Ex-Files: Handling Mother's Day after a separation
OPINION: There is no one 'correct' response.
Family of teen who died in Cook Islands fundraising to send body to NZ
The whānau of Drazei Kerehoma want to raise $9000 to send his body to New Zealand.
NZ study reveals concerning diet trends among disadvantaged kids
A groundbreaking study has shed important new light on the diets of our under-5s.
Ex-Files: Can I appeal a shared custody order?
OPINION: There are three things to consider before you decide to appeal a decision.
Gisborne Concert Band returns with special concert for kids
Band's return to give people chance to listen, learn and network.
Breaking 'Bad': Schizophrenia, suspended and starving - and he's only 9
Johnny roams the streets and gets in trouble at night because there's rarely any food at home. Video / Corey Fleming
Jammies in June campaign to keep Hauraki kids warm
The nationwide initiative will run in the Hauraki district for the second time.
Billionaire baby: Jaimee Lupton announces arrival of ‘most precious girl’
Two years after the stillborn birth of her first child, she's celebrating a new arrival.
‘I know it’s the plot but she’s clearly not fat’: What my 14-year-old made of Bridget Jones
With a fourth movie on the way, is Bridget Jones still relevant in a Gen Z world?
Minister says services for at-risk children will improve after job cuts
Karen Chhour says job cuts at OT won't compromise care.
Loving Arms charity hits massive milestone after helping 5000 families
Loving Arms helps new mums and their families.
Why looking after your grandchildren is good for your brain
Plus, a guide to how to handle the generational gap.
Looking for an activity to keep the kids busy?
Educational and fun, baking with your kids is an opportunity to learn while you bond.
Why losing a parent as a young adult is so hard
Losing a parent is never easy, but young adults' experiences can often be overlooked.