New ZealandTug-of-love: Court rules on whether kids stay in NZ with dad or move to Spain with mumThe Court of Appeal has taken the siblings' wishes into account in making its decision.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful, caring little boy': Funeral set for 'beloved' Miles after park drowningThe 5-year-old died on Saturday night at Lower Hutt's Avalon Park.18 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandKidz First Christmas campaign and partyMargi Mellsop talks about the Kidz First Christmas campaign and party for families held at Papatoetoe Seventh-day Adventist Community Church. Video / Alex BurtonWatch18 Dec 04:43 AM
EntertainmentDisney cuts transgender storyline from new showReferences to a character’s gender identity have been removed from the animated series.18 Dec 03:07 AM
New ZealandTrainer kicks horse in genitals - avoids conviction, name suppressedThe judge wants further information before convicting him on child assault charges.17 Dec 07:33 AM
New Zealand'Mountain' of Christmas gifts for decile one school after kids expected to miss outThe school was hundreds of gifts short after a technical glitch.16 Dec 11:20 PM
KahuStudents urged to vaccinate as meningococcal cases rise in young adultsMāori and Pasifika most at risk; calls for wider meningococcal vaccination access.16 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandBoy playing near pond shortly before tragic death - witnessThe witness said council should change the depth of the pond to make it safer.16 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandTeacher aide goes the extra mile for CassiusTeacher aide Faith Traill makes a costume every year for Cassius Naera. Video / Courtney NaeraWatch15 Dec 11:54 PM
LifestyleHow to get your kids off screens these holidays'As parents, we need to do it with them.'15 Dec 10:30 PM
New ZealandBoy who drowned in Lower Hutt park moved to NZ a few months agoA Givealittle has been started to support the 'grieving family of Miles'.15 Dec 06:05 PM
LifestyleMy 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?15 Dec 02:50 AM
LifestyleCan mindful gifting for children help their learning and growth?Nurture your child's development while fostering joy and curiosity long after Christmas.14 Dec 05:00 PM
LifestylePaul Henry's daughter on traumatic twin birth and parenting journeyThe 5-month-old twins have cast their magical power over their grandparents. 14 Dec 04:00 PM
Lifestyle'Ruined Christmas': Schoolkids in tears after vicar says Santa isn't realThe Reverend had to apologise after parents complained about his ‘disgusting’ comments.14 Dec 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentTheatre legend Tim Bray on cancer, chemo and the man who's holding him together'Within myself, I still completely feel me.'13 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandEstranged daughter awarded $372k after being cut from mother's willThe mother updated her will stipulating she was to be left nothing due to her 'behaviour'.13 Dec 07:00 PM
KahuWhy curriculum changes could ignite cultural controversies in NZTeachers worry about public and political interference in curriculum rewrites.13 Dec 01:30 AM
KahuWhat Tipene's return as a charter school means for South AucklandTipene, a former St Steven’s School, reopens in 2025, catering to Years 9 and 10.12 Dec 10:56 PM
LifestyleShould I let my teenager try alcohol?One expert believes a drinking age of 25 is more in line with research than 18.12 Dec 12:26 AM
LifestyleDo you have a 'toxic parent'? Here's how to cope with them this ChristmasThey can be self-involved, manipulative, lack empathy and 'dictate what they want'.11 Dec 09:53 PM
KahuHow Te Wiki Hākinakina is uniting Māori students across NZMP Tākuta Ferris: 'This community might not have seen this many young Māori together'10 Dec 07:05 PM
LifestyleThe secret to making your kids behave on Christmas DayScientific study has pinpointed how to ensure youngsters are more nice than naughty.10 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Sins of his father:' Courts rule if gay man who illegally paid Thai surrogate can adopt sonJudge: 'He has now been born, and as a result, has the right to grow and thrive'.10 Dec 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Enough': Katie Holmes hits back at report about daughter SuriTom Cruise's daughter reportedly gained access to a huge sum of money after she turned 18.09 Dec 12:13 AM
OpinionOpinion: Spreading the love of Santa Claus can do your kids more harm than goodOPINION: Every Christmas, children are told a jolly, elderly man will come to visit them.08 Dec 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFrom Pong to Pokemon: A history of holiday ‘it’ toysNew York Times: A look back at 70-plus years of gadgetry, innovation and Mr Potato Head.08 Dec 01:00 AM
WorldSchool stood by as bullies drove 12-year-old to attempt suicide, lawsuit allegesKelaia Turner's parents say school district did not do enough to stop students, teachers.07 Dec 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDaniela J. Lamas: What I wish someone had told me about motherhoodNYT - OPINION: Uncertainty before deciding whether to have kids is the hardest part.07 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGreg BruceGreg Bruce: Why my kids’ foul mouths might not be such a big dealOPINION: Are your kids swearing too much? Or just the right amount?06 Dec 10:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm gonna blow': Police swoop on man who called Parliament threatening murderHe said he planned to harm children because his family was being taken advantage of.05 Dec 07:22 AM
KahuGovt ministries clash with report on treatment of disabled childrenGovt accepts 12 recommendations, pledges to improve care at Hikitia Te Wairua facility.04 Dec 09:40 PM
KahuResearch: Māori children twice as likely to have severe appendicitisResearch shows rural children suffer severe appendicitis at four times urban rates.04 Dec 05:15 PM
New ZealandArtistic duo team up on 'Fantabulous' projectWhen a children's author and a composer combine, it's sure to be 'fantabulous'.04 Dec 05:00 PM
