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Police are investigating the incident.
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'We’ll always be a family with three kids, even if one is not around,' Dad says.
Tributes to ‘teddy bear’ 9-year-old victim of German Christmas market attack
André Gleißner died alongside four women after car driven through Magdeburg market.
‘Seismic shift’: Call for Māori-led educational reforms
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Kiwi teen who endured brain surgery while awake forced to move to Oz for cancer care
Portia was the youngest in New Zealand to have an awake craniotomy.
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The children needed medical assistance but the parents failed to take them.
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'Someone else has been hurt because of owners who can’t control their dogs.'
Dilworth Trust Board to apologise for decades of horrific child abuse at school
The board will acknowledge the impact of abuse on survivors.
'Consequences can be dire': Products for kids recalled due to safety concerns
'The dollar value might be small, but the risk of harm is not worth taking.'
'Bring joy': Thousands of presents, kai boxes for South Auckland tamariki
Volunteers and donors unite to bring Christmas joy to 12,000 South Auckland tamariki.
Tug-of-love: Court rules on whether kids stay in NZ with dad or move to Spain with mum
The Court of Appeal has taken the siblings' wishes into account in making its decision.
'Beautiful, caring little boy': Funeral set for 'beloved' Miles after park drowning
The 5-year-old died on Saturday night at Lower Hutt's Avalon Park.
Kidz First Christmas campaign and party
Margi Mellsop talks about the Kidz First Christmas campaign and party for families held at Papatoetoe Seventh-day Adventist Community Church. Video / Alex Burton
Disney cuts transgender storyline from new show
References to a character’s gender identity have been removed from the animated series.
Trainer kicks horse in genitals - avoids conviction, name suppressed
The judge wants further information before convicting him on child assault charges.
'Mountain' of Christmas gifts for decile one school after kids expected to miss out
The school was hundreds of gifts short after a technical glitch.
Students urged to vaccinate as meningococcal cases rise in young adults
Māori and Pasifika most at risk; calls for wider meningococcal vaccination access.
Boy playing near pond shortly before tragic death - witness
The witness said council should change the depth of the pond to make it safer.
Teacher aide goes the extra mile for Cassius
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Boy who drowned in Lower Hutt park moved to NZ a few months ago
A Givealittle has been started to support the 'grieving family of Miles'.
My 10-year-old son hit a girl on the school bus. What do I do?
Their 10-year-old son is usually kind and loving, so why did he hit another kid?
Can mindful gifting for children help their learning and growth?
Nurture your child's development while fostering joy and curiosity long after Christmas.
Paul Henry's daughter on traumatic twin birth and parenting journey
The 5-month-old twins have cast their magical power over their grandparents.
'Ruined Christmas': Schoolkids in tears after vicar says Santa isn't real
The Reverend had to apologise after parents complained about his ‘disgusting’ comments.
Theatre legend Tim Bray on cancer, chemo and the man who's holding him together
'Within myself, I still completely feel me.'
Estranged daughter awarded $372k after being cut from mother's will
The mother updated her will stipulating she was to be left nothing due to her 'behaviour'.
Why curriculum changes could ignite cultural controversies in NZ
Teachers worry about public and political interference in curriculum rewrites.
What Tipene's return as a charter school means for South Auckland
Tipene, a former St Steven’s School, reopens in 2025, catering to Years 9 and 10.
Should I let my teenager try alcohol?
One expert believes a drinking age of 25 is more in line with research than 18.
Do you have a 'toxic parent'? Here's how to cope with them this Christmas
They can be self-involved, manipulative, lack empathy and 'dictate what they want'.
How Te Wiki Hākinakina is uniting Māori students across NZ
MP Tākuta Ferris: 'This community might not have seen this many young Māori together'
The secret to making your kids behave on Christmas Day
Scientific study has pinpointed how to ensure youngsters are more nice than naughty.