New report shows schools are struggling to deal with sexual violence
The report includes testimonies from 300 youths describing their experiences.
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Charities better than government at supporting people, report finds
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Police seek information after teen assaulted in Havelock North
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Parents urged to take note of children’s internet activity after increasing harm
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