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Man accused of murdering baby Bella appears in court
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Future champions apply
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Janet Peters: Intervene early to lessen trauma for kids
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School made student shave his beard. Now he's fighting to grow it back
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Bisexual teen: Liking boys was 'a weight off my chest'
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More Māori-based justice solutions being considered to reduce reoffending
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12 questions: Mindfulness educator Kristina Cavit
Mindfulness educator Kristina Cavit teaches young people to transform their mental health.
Leka to be farewelled today after being swept out to sea
Episami "Leka'' Pasiaka, 16, was swept away while swimming at Whatipu Beach.
Jess Quinn to petition about Photoshopped images: 'There's no need at all'
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Sex-offending youth worker - Crown say no grounds to appeal home detention sentence
Crown will not appeal sentence of home detention handed to sex offending youth worker
Veteran youth worker back to the streets
Veteran Otara youth worker Sully Paea back on the streets to help at-risk kids.
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Balls over fence: Kiwi boy's heartwarming note to neighbour
Auckland boy wrote heartwarming note to neighbour after losing balls over fence.
'It gives me a sense of purpose' - Brothers In Arms mentor
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Youthline gets $10,000 boost from airport charity
Youthline Auckland has received a $10,000 in Auckland Airport's charity campaign.
Porn impacting children major concern for Commissioner
'Pornography is the most significant underlying concern reported to me,' he said.
Quarter of teens watch porn before age 12, report reveals
Almost a quarter of teenagers think nobody should view porn.
Replay recycling campaign kicks into gear
Replay campaign passes recycled sports gear into the hands of youth.
Editorial: Mike King delivers message every student should hear
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Exclusive: Crown considers appealing sentence for sex abuser Devonte Mulitalo
Crown Law to consider request to appeal sentence handed to sex offender Devonte Mulitalo