New Zealand'Highly careless': Judge blasts importer after toy cars pose choking risk to young kidsHundreds of the colourful cars may still be in circulation despite a nationwide recall.15 Sep 08:00 AM
New ZealandWhat will it take for Tom Phillips' children to reintegrate into society?A psychotherapist says the family dynamic showed cult-like traits.15 Sep 07:03 AM
WorldUK aristocrat, partner face sentencing over baby's deathBaby Victoria’s body was discovered in a bag on a vegetable patch in Brighton.15 Sep 04:17 AM
New ZealandChild injured after being hit by truck in Christchurch suburbEmergency services were called to Halswell Road just before 8.30am.15 Sep 03:11 AM
ChristchurchChild hit by truck in Halswell, Christchurch during morning school rushEmergency services responded to the collision around 8am.14 Sep 10:24 PM
New Zealand'Not their responsibility': Will Tom Phillips' children be asked to reveal dad's accomplices?The Prime Minister expects an inquiry into the handling of the case.14 Sep 09:24 PM
New Zealand'Not lazy parents': 600 schools needing extra support to boost attendanceThe Ministry of Education said regional teams will step in to support them.14 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldTroops stranded by river as bandits snatch 18 women and children in NigeriaTroops were unable to reach the village as a swollen river blocked boats.14 Sep 02:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Ex-Files: Can I claim compensation for the post-separation care of our children?OPINION: A High Court case saw a mother awarded $40,000 for 85% of childcare.14 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Thoughts go out to children, police officer, after Phillips shootingOPINION: Thoughts go out to the children and the shot police officer.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Everyone’s lost out': Marokopa responds as Tom Phillips saga turns to tragedyCherie Howie traces the runaway dad's descent into violence after four years on the run.12 Sep 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Gobsmacked': Ex-cop slams police role in Phillips documentary with scathing letterHe warns that the documentary risks harming the three children’s well-being.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandScenes of final stand: Clues left of Tom Phillips’ last moments as cordons lift Dark blotches remain on the road where the fugitive father was shot dead on Monday.12 Sep 08:07 AM
New ZealandTom Phillips' family 'absolutely gutted' that officer was shot'They're just an innocent person doing their job,' a family spokesperson says.11 Sep 11:26 PM
New ZealandMum of Phillips children in court on driving charge hours after fugitive dad shot deadShe appeared in Te Kūiti District Court on Monday after being stopped by police last month11 Sep 11:25 PM
New ZealandWaikato mayors share communities' mixed emotions after Phillips saga ends'Tom’s no longer there as a dad. We’ve got to move on and do the best for the children.'11 Sep 06:00 PM
CrimeInside the cordon: Exclusive video shows items from Tom Phillips’ campsite alongside rubbishHerald footage shows some items recovered from Tom Phillips’ campsite alongside unrelated rubbish and debris. Video / Michael Morrah / Mike ScottWatch11 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Aims Games a winning formulaOPINION: The experience the Games give athletes is priceless.11 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionUnder pressure: Early childhood services warn millions needed to keep doors openUK has pledged £500m for family hubs; Barnardos wants NZ to follow suit.11 Sep 05:00 PM
Wellington‘Fearless and cheeky’: Hundreds farewell 22-year-old who died suddenly in his sleepJonas Lindsay's preliminary post-mortem examination results are unclear.11 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandTom Phillips' body released to family as police continue campsite examinationA postmortem was completed yesterday and his case has been referred to the coroner.11 Sep 04:48 AM
WellingtonKey details of Tom Phillips case to remain secret for nowAn urgent hearing was held in the High Court at Wellington this afternoon.11 Sep 04:35 AM
New Zealand'Monster': Phillips children used as 'human shields', says Police Minister'He's taken his children into abysmal conditions. You've seen the state of the camps'.11 Sep 02:59 AM
EntertainmentPop star responds to critics questioning her wellbeingBritney Spears' fans say recent videos show her home in disarray, sparking speculation.11 Sep 02:57 AM
WorldGirl, 11, dies after SUV plunges into damThe SUV hit a tree before plunging into the dam and becoming submerged.11 Sep 01:16 AM
New ZealandOperation Curly: Inside the four-year hunt for Tom Phillips and his childrenDetective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders says the four-year hunt ‘invaded my dreams’.10 Sep 09:30 PM
New ZealandDocumentary maker: 'We have never asked to shoot anything with the children'The children's mother said they have not consented in any way to the production.10 Sep 09:20 PM
New ZealandMedia gag order on Tom Phillips case to be argued in court todayThe injunction was sought by lawyer Linda Clark for Tom Phillips' mother Julia.10 Sep 08:37 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It's a long and shameful list – NZ needs to do betterOPINION: Big changes are needed to better protect vulnerable children in their own homes.10 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandEx-SAS commando on how Tom Phillips evaded police for four years in bushThe experts share what Tom Phillips' biggest asset was while living in wilderness.10 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChild armed with rifle as police entered Phillips bush hideoutPolice sources say 10-year-old Maverick Phillips held a rifle at the campsite.10 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldChild abuser who maimed baby Tony Hudgell freed after 6 years in jailTony Hudgell lost both legs after being assaulted at just 41 days old.10 Sep 08:08 AM
New ZealandPolice respond to Phillips documentary outrage after family backlashPhillips’ family and the children’s mother have condemned the project publicly.10 Sep 08:04 AM
Entertainment'Everything changes': Prince Harry on how fatherhood shifted his perspectiveHe revealed he and Meghan have been watching Love Is Blind on Netflix.10 Sep 07:41 AM
