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Teens charged following Mt Roskill shooting
Victim still in hospital, but stable, police say.
Changes made at youth remand home after critical report
Urgent changes were made at South Island's only youth remand home in Dunedin.
Focus: Kelvin Davis on Hawke's Bay prison protest
Corrections Minister Kelvin Davis comments on Hawke's Bay prison protest as five inmates remain on the roof. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus: Ram raiders hit Parnell liquor store
Liquorland Parnell store manager John Trail couldn't help but laugh at the thieves stealing a box of Peanut Slabs. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: Ram raiders moving on to jewellery store smash-and-grabs
Ram-raiding youths who have plagued Auckland businesses are now favouring jewellery store smash-and-grabs, with at least two occurring in the city every week. Video / NZ Herald / Supplied
Gang daughter turns her life and those of wayward South Auckland rangatahi around
For young Māori it's cool to be bad, Māhera Mai says, and she's trying to change that.
'Barely any lung left': Minister's impassioned speech on 'smokefree generation' bill
About 14 people a day die due to smoking tobacco, disproportionately affecting Māori.
'Nothing's changed': Bus boycott could be escalated after machete incident
But bus boss says such a move could leave people stranded and create another safety issue.
Debbie Ngarewa-Packer: NZ's future leaders ready to be heard right now
To witness rangatahi speak out about their reality gives great hope for the future.
Hidden danger of online gaming for young people revealed
Research is showing for one group online gaming comes with hidden dangers.
Teen beaten 'beyond recognition', Dad frustrated alleged attackers not arrested
Father frustrated police yet to arrest boys after son beaten at party.
Kim Kardashian's daughter amuses fans with cheeky sign
The star's daughter, North West had a hilarious response to the paparazzi.
'Expensive night out': Burnout driver in court after illegal stadium gathering
Dunedin man takes responsibility for illegal car meet-up in Forsyth Barr Stadium carpark.
Crate Day tragedy: Family forgive man after girl falls off back of his ute
Judge Jonathan Krebs has ruled that Joshua Wolland be discharged without conviction.
Willie Jackson: Broadcasting challenges given NZ's changing face
OPINION: Our news media must reflect our communities and be well represented.
Covid, RSV, Flu: How to keep our kids safe from sickness
Paediatrician on keeping kids well while giving them back their "sense of normality".
School balls: Private school to Covid test ballgoers at door
Guests could be turned away at the venue if they test positive.
Jacinda Ardern meets with Boris Johnson: Extension to UK holiday visa scheme on cards
Ardern will meet UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson at Downing Street.
Opinion: How politicians have sucked life out of young Kiwis
OPINION: 'NZ has become a country for oldies to enjoy whilst the young silently drown.'
Children's mental health: Services at 'crisis point' as demand surges and staff depart
Mental health providers are struggling to cope with growing need in the wake of Covid-19.
Govt to reduce funding of Auckland youth charity amid 'huge demand'
'We need more capacity to do work. And here they are reducing the contract.'
Minister defends Oranga Tamariki changes amid strong opposition
Majority of submitters and all four other political parties oppose the bill.
Focus: Gun scare sends Glenfield Mall into lockdown
Six young people playing with BB guns plunged Glenfield Mall into lockdown on Sunday, but co-owner Dallas Prendergast is just glad it was a false alarm. Video / NZ Herald
'Growing up trans, you need all the love and support you can get' - Queer and Here: Episode 5
Director Ramon Te Wake explains why the community needs protection from hate and fear.
Delayed report, Oranga Tamariki's actions enabled more robberies by 14yo - lawyers
The 23 other charges he faces may be dropped due to delay in getting psychological report.
'My 3-year-old swore, am I a bad parent?'
It may give us good chuckle, but is it ever okay for kids to start dropping expletives?
'Age is just a number': Meet Queenstown's teen business owner
Kasey Bonn is likely one of the youngest business owners in New Zealand.
'Really dumb': Teens captured on CCTV taking selfies walking from blaze
Three youths might have some explaining to do after CCTV footage surfaces.
NZ urgently needs a winter Covid action plan for schools – here's how to do it
THE CONVERSATION: An action plan for schools is urgently needed to protect children.
More youth encouraged to connect with culture through marae-based workshop
Rangatahi Ora is conducting a three-day marae-based workshop from June 17 to 19.
Woman hits 'rock bottom' after man secretly films sex act
Man told victim he was using his phone for its torch during intimate encounter.
Te Ao Mārama a new way of serving justice, but how much difference will $47.4m make?
Chief Judge: "We're talking about a change of culture, and with it a change of practice."
Histories of NZ can cause friction between cultures if not delivered right
Northland education experts reflect on the teaching of the new NZ history curriculum.