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There is no treatment in New Zealand, so the young dad of three has to sell his house.
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Kea Kids News: Over 300 tamariki light up the stage with an original school play
Oranga Primary is delighting the crowds with a tale of birds, baddies, and bulldozers in Birds Of A Feather, a play all about the importance of caring for the environment. Kea Kids News reporter Vaa has an exclusive behind the scenes of this impressive show! Video / Kea Kids News
Here we go again: School holidays are back - here's how to keep the family entertained
Seeking family fun in NZ? Discover movie nights, Trolls, animal encounters and much more.
‘Frustrated and disheartened’: Dental surgeons unable to keep up with children’s waitlist
About 4000 children are waiting for dental surgery at any one time.
'Very happy, so grateful': Willow's mum tells of agonising six hours, joyful reunion
'We’re very happy that she’s safe. She’s none the wiser.'
West Auckland local picked up missing tot Willow
The member of the public launched social media search for her parents.
Watch: 'Little hero' - Moment missing Willow, 2, reunited with family in Auckland
The toddler went missing from her Henderson home on Sunday afternoon.
Watch: 'Little hero' - Moment missing Willow, 2, reunited with family in Auckland
The toddler went missing from her Henderson home this afternoon.
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This style of parenting can create a cycle of potentially damaging behaviours.
Frank Film: First words – the extraordinary art of language
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Government defends unused RATs, how much time kids spend on screens and Airport bathrooms get a refresh | Focus Morning Bulletin: July 7, 2023
Expiring rapid antigen tests still to be used, research into kids' screen-time and gender-neutral toilets on the way at Auckland Airport in the latest headlines. Video / NZ Herald
High school students mingling outside preschool has parents worried
The behaviour of high school students has twice forced a childcare centre into lockdown.
Kea Kids News: Whānau Roadshow
Kawakawa family creates roadshow to spread love for their culture. Video / Kea Kids
Ōkaihau mums on a mission to reopen abandoned playcentre
Playcentre closed when the town had few kids. Now there are lots with nowhere to go.
Parents welcome Budget's ‘game-changer’ childcare announcement
'It’s the difference between being able to afford to go to work or not.'
Tough Kids out in force for return of Mega obstacle course
The “challenge by choice” event saw hundreds of schoolkids take on various obstacles.
'It just wasn't affordable': Childcare costs drive family to leave New Zealand
An expat family says childcare costs were one of the reasons they left New Zealand.
'Are you a real mermaid?': Competitive swimmer floats art of mermaiding
Caitlin Ahlers is used to youngsters asking her if she's a real mermaid.
Govt considered making child support ‘income’ for the child
It would have given parents more income and had a "greater impact" on child poverty.
'Family is so important': Greats, Grands and Whānau Day celebrated at Maunu School
"Families come in all shapes and sizes," said principal Claire Turton.
No school for 20 days: How to keep kids happy without breaking the bank
Top tips to get through the school holidays.
Rules on food ads aimed at kids should be tighter, say researchers
Expert says rules about advertising to children should apply to all under-18-year-olds.
‘Supercharged’ cancer treatment shows promise against rare strain
Researchers report using supercharged immune cells is effective in fighting the disease.
Disability charity campaigner seeks funding for playground accessibility in Whangārei
Out of around 25 playgrounds in central Whangārei, just two have accessible options
Let's teach the basics brilliantly, says Whangārei MP
Whangārei MP questions why our tamariki aren't attending school,
Watch: CCTV footage emerges of moment Aussie boy allegedly snatched
Footage has surfaced of a young boy who was allegedly abducted moments after his brother.
Wiggles star's war confession: 'I'll never forget'
The original Wiggle has revealed his best and worst experiences in the army.
A Hawke's Bay iwi is building a 'boutique' version of Oranga Tamariki - will it work?
Ngāti Kahungunu chairman Bayden Barber sees it as an opportunity rather than a "risk".
Greens call for universal Covid vax availabilty after nearly 2500 children hospitalised
The Green Party is calling for the Covid-19 vaccine to be made universally available.
Toddler in hospital after pet dog attack
A 35kg pet South African Boerboel, called Joop, set upon owners toddler.
'Super burned-out': Hundreds of teachers to strike again
"We are trying to make a difference, but there just aren’t enough resources there.”
Number of children waiting for mental health support more than triples
There is a 'higher-than-national-average rate' of children receiving support in the Bay.