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Christian Brueckner hasn’t been charged in the McCann case.
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The woman was 'shocked' at the implications of the doctor's comment.
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Politicians have been put in the hot seat by young people who were formerly in state care.
'A tragedy': Toddler dies after exposure to fentanyl at New York daycare
A package containing a kilo of fentanyl was discovered inside a New York daycare.
Child dragged across social worker's lounge floor after abuse claims
The girl had just told the social worker, a friend from church, she was being beaten.
'I tried so hard to shut up': Child tells police of alleged abuse
The girl suffered an "ugly" head wound after one of the alleged incidents.
US daycare owner arrested after toddler dies, others exposed to opioids
Authorities haven't indicated how they believe the children came in contact with the drug.
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Heat limits needed to protect vulnerable, climate researcher says
As temperatures rise, more people will be at risk from heat stress during extreme seasons.
How to help your child navigate risks outdoors
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'Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity': Tauranga girl heading to France to be Rugby World Cup mascot
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Michael Webster: We need to protect our children’s privacy online
OPINION: We know complex privacy issues happen with our tamariki and young people.
‘Timid and shy’ toddler found dying in pond named
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 2-year-old was found.
Autistic boy wins national golf title after only playing three rounds - ever
The 12-year-old schoolboy cleaned up all comers to take out the title at the Aims Games.
Your child's abuser could still have a say: What you need to know
Even exes who committed serious assaults and had been absent for years still have a say.
Mum 'disgusted' abusive ex gets say over brain-damaged son's name
The boy has the developmental age of a toddler after being shaken as a baby by his father.
Man in sexual relationship with 13-year-old caught trying to board plane to China
'My Dad found out and he wants to go to the police so u better stay away.'
Family of youngest Cyclone Gabrielle victim need support due to newborn's heart condition
Friends of the Collins' are raising cash after their baby was born with a heart condition.
'First reaction was fear': Kiwi mum's grim Kmart warning
It was a normal day for this mum when suddenly, things took a frightening turn.
'Young people' climb onto 25,000-volt power line, disrupt Auckland's trains
Southern and Eastern Line trains have been cancelled and delayed tonight.
'Body bags': Neighbour had fears for kids before YouTube mum's child abuse charges
'We thought they were going to come out of that house with body bags.'
‘He's a danger’: Man seeking videos of kids ‘sliming’ themselves active for years
Police have cautioned the man and are monitoring him.
'The Aims Games are special to me': Dame Susan Devoy cheers on great-niece
“I think it is amazing. It is like the Olympics for them.”
'Holistic approach' needed to fight worst youth offending - report
A new 'intense' programme has been launched to break the cycle of youth offending.
‘Egregious practice’: Why children in sex cases are grilled about consent
Chief victims adviser says proposals are the biggest shift in her seven years in the role.
Support for Lauren Dickason grows - protest planned ahead of sentencing
She admitted smothering Liané, 6, and 2-year-old twins Maya and Karla.
Mystery solved: Greymouth 'HELP' message revealed as children's prank
The message sparked an extensive search over the weekend.
Miranda Kerr announces fourth pregnancy
This will be the model's third child with her Snapchat founder husband Evan Spiegel.
Revealed: Babies died of syphilis after ‘missed opportunities’
“The rate of congenital syphilis is at the highest level seen," a new report warns.
Opinion: Why does food cost so much in a land of plenty?
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