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Asian organised crime recruits young students
An Auckland Grammar student alleged to have imported drugs into NZ is part of a growing and alarming trend, police say.

Sailing teen's critics ignorant - grandfather
The NZ grandfather of a teenager trying to become the youngest to sail solo non-stop around the world is convinced she can do it.

Drunk driver admits manslaughter of friend
A drunk teenage driver who crossed a median strip and collided with a Toyota Hilux admits killing his friend in the smash.

Not just a pretty face
Model Ruby Higgins is now putting her face and personality in front of the camera as a presenter. Viva checks out her style

The young divorcees
Kiwis in their 20s now have the highest divorce rate of any age group. What's going wrong?

Starting at the top
Teenage athletes are expected to woo sponsors, charm the media, build a brand, and manage their money. All that, before they even turn up for practice. Jehan Casinader meets the gutsy young sportspeople who want to win on all fronts

Police probe gang link to teen's death
Police have not ruled out a gang connection after the suspicious death of a Waikato teenager yesterday.

A sweet a day helps kids grow up violent
Banish chocolate bars and lock up gobstoppers - letting children eat sweets could turn them into serial killers.