New ZealandDeputy principal on leave, police complaint laidThe school has not confirmed any details but sent out a cryptic email earlier this week.16 May 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChildren’s Commissioner: We sit at the wrong end of global bullying rankingsNew Zealand's youth face the second highest bullying rate in the OECD and EU.15 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn the Up: Bus driver dismayed at seeing cold kids on roadside builds them a shelterHis bus, known as the 'music bus', features daily singalongs and games.15 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury artist channels childhood struggles into acclaimed artworksSheelagh McHaffie uses white pastel on black paper to 'draw the light.'15 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandMum describes alleged 'terrifying' sexual assault while walking 3yo to daycarePolice speaking to a person of interest after the alleged attack on Reeves Rd, Pakuranga.15 May 05:53 AM
New ZealandTeacher pulled fingers and swore at students, made fun of kids with learning disabilitiesWendy Hopwood also ripped up students’ artwork and tore pages from their workbooks.15 May 04:38 AM
Politics'Unacceptable': Another blistering report blasts Oranga Tamariki practices'The effects of decisions on children and their families are still not known.'15 May 02:35 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: I mothered him for 15 years – that’s why we finally split up Telegraph opinion: Why do females take on the brunt of family life and chores?15 May 12:00 AM
RugbyYoung boy told he can't play rugby with friends due to his weightThe young boy is now hesitant to go to school out of fear of what his friends will say.14 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: School leaders deal with social media's harm every Monday morningOPINION: Schools report increased anxiety and insomnia from social media use.14 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘I’m worried about my unborn child’: Victim speaks out as sexual predator put back behind barsThe man says he doesn't want any other child harmed by someone like David Brent Phillips.14 May 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMike King: Banning social media won’t fix our kids’ mental healthCatherine Wedd proposed a ban on social media for under 16s.14 May 03:00 AM
WorldMum wakes up from surgery without organThe Darwish family is taking legal action against Western Health.13 May 07:29 PM
New Zealand'Ridiculous': Teen's Melbourne health check at risk due to flight assistance limitsJetstar can't provide wheelchair assistance for Carrie’s return flight.13 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Ex-Files: Should we put our family home in a trust?OPINION: Seek independent legal advice. Trusts can complicate asset division.12 May 02:36 AM
New Zealand'Whole life is going to be different': Toddler's shock diagnosis affects only 5 in NZ'I’ve definitely hit the stage of ‘Why him? This isn’t fair'.'11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLuxon speaks to the media after announcing plan to restrict social media for under-16sThe Government is making work on restrictions to social media for New Zealanders under the age of 16 part of its official programme. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 May 05:08 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia Robinson: 'Why didn't we learn this at school?'OPINION: The Government is embedding financial education from Year 1 in the curriculum.11 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'You can have 2, not 3': Polyamorous throuple's battle to keep names on kids' birth certificates The Attorney-General has challenged a decision allowing all three parents to be named.11 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Devastating to see': Family battles for toddler's movement progressThe family needs up to $10,000 per session for intensive therapy.10 May 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Little miracle': Family's fight as rare lung cancer strikes 3yoParents Hayley and Tim are balancing hospital visits with caring for four other children.10 May 06:00 PM
WorldAlleged killer grandma appears in court after death of two grandsonsThe woman accused of murder was denied bail by an Australian court.10 May 06:20 AM
New Zealand'Feared she'd lost half of her face': Mother's distress at dog attack on young girlA pair of former dog breeders have been sentenced after their sire attacked a 5-year-old.10 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'My eyes started to tear up': 111 call handler meets baby she delivered over the phoneThree adults were crammed into a tiny bathroom listening to her voice delivering the baby.10 May 01:18 AM
New Zealand'Extremely high': Alarming sexual violence rates for NZ teens revealedAlmost 30% of NZ females aged 12-18 experience sexual violence, study finds.09 May 11:51 PM
New Zealand'He was 20, I was 18': Graduating nurse inspired by lost loveCaring for her young partner to the end of his life inspired Williams to become a nurse.09 May 10:35 PM
World39 minors killed in Sinaloa cartel conflict, ombudsman reportsNearly 100 minors disappeared after a cartel co-founder was captured.09 May 09:35 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleMother's Day: What we miss when our children leave homeJane Phare compares notes with other mums on the trauma of children leaving the nest. 09 May 09:00 PM
LifestyleTVNZ presenter opens up about special bond with her mumRenee Wright's mum, Marian, plays a vital role in her family's lives.09 May 05:00 PM
World'Very negative': Son of alleged mushroom poisoner shares claims about parents in courtHe found her building Lego hours after serving the deadly meal.09 May 06:50 AM
New ZealandMeet the solo mums who are not single parentsMothers accompanying their kids studying in NZ are shouldering the burden of parenting.09 May 03:56 AM
New ZealandHow to address stranger danger with your children effectivelyTwo alleged child abduction attempts occurred in Auckland this week.08 May 07:50 AM
EntertainmentTom Brady reveals Netflix roast was hard on his childrenThe roast included jokes about his split from model Gisele Bundchen.08 May 06:02 AM
New ZealandJudge expects Erin Patterson murder trial to conclude earlyCourt hears doctors urged the mushroom cook to stay in hospital, fearing for her health.08 May 05:02 AM