New ZealandStabbing outside school leaves victim and family 'heartbroken and confused'The victim's mother posted on social media in the hope of getting some answers.24 Oct 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyMore a resort than student digs: First look inside new UniLodge Auckland CentralAshton Mitchell architect Cliff Paul's stylish new Auckland CBD tower for uni students.22 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Fatal double trap deals devastating blow in Connect 4 tournamentReporter Sumayya is in Auckland, where a raging Connect 4 competition is pitting neighbour against neighbour and brother against sister. Who will be the champion? Video / KKNWatch19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice probe after teen park fight leaves one injuredBoth schools linked to those involved are helping with the investigation.17 Oct 06:58 AM
New Zealand'My culture is a strength, not the climax of a joke': Teen finalist in global essay prizeHer diversity essay was selected from 63,000 entries, earning her an invitation to London.14 Oct 11:53 PM
PremiumPremiumSportNo social media and a footy ball for a teddy: The making of a league prodigyHis parents banned social media until 18 to keep him grounded and focused.13 Oct 07:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLonely adolescents falling for romantic relationships with AI chatbots Current rules allow 13-year-olds to spend hours building bonds with chatbots.12 Oct 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: My message to Christopher Luxon – stop playing toughOPINION: Stop playing tough and start showing love for young jobseekers.11 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandGore’s youngest ever mayor re-elected after term of ‘horrible’ internal conflicts, no confidence voteBen Bell made history as the district’s youngest-ever mayor in 2022, but things soured.11 Oct 02:30 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe worst ages to drink alcohol, according to scienceOver 65s face higher stroke risk as alcohol drives up blood pressure levels.11 Oct 12:20 AM
New ZealandTeen fighting aggressive cancer finds new hope after given weeks to liveCancer-battling teen given weeks to live turns to traditional healing.09 Oct 06:35 PM
New ZealandThe Front Page: 'There's nowhere for you to go' - Call for national youth housing strategyMore than 112,000 New Zealanders are now severely housing-deprived.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Ask Groov is safe': Meet Health NZ and Sir John Kirwan's AI therapy chatbotYoung people feeling anxious or depressed can now talk to a Government-funded chatbot.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoungest face in the race: The teenager taking on local politicsShe is vying for one of six seats on the Waitākere Ranges local board.09 Oct 12:02 AM
PremiumPremiumSport'You're more than just a rugby player': Is rugby's professionalism hurting young Kiwi men?Rising stars are urged to have a life outside of the sport and always have a plan B.08 Oct 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s been pretty crazy’: Teen band’s whirlwind year of gigs and gloryThe Kerikeri High School band formed only last summer before hitting big stages.07 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandNo longer stuck in the '90s: Renovated youth hub reopensThe youth-led redesign delivers gaming zones, quiet spaces and wraparound services.06 Oct 11:06 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Young drinkers still at risk from NZ's booze cultureOPINION: Alcohol-related violent crime is down but booze culture is still a problem. 06 Oct 04:00 PM
WellingtonGovt offers $1000 bonus to keep young Kiwis off dole, as date set to cut service for teensParents earning $65,529-plus will have to support their unemployed 18- and 19-year-olds05 Oct 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCecilia RobinsonCecilia Robinson: The silent crisis – How NZ can lead the world on AI harmsOPINION: AI harms are hitting kids faster than parents and the Government can keep up.03 Oct 08:00 PM
BusinessOpenAI launches parental controls for ChatGPT after teen suicide lawsuitParents can now set hours when their child cannot use ChatGPT.30 Sep 10:41 PM
New ZealandNo house, no nine-to-five: Hastings physio finds purpose as a volunteer in AfricaShe endured malaria, 40°C heat and the sudden loss of her father while abroad.26 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandConcerning driving trend for young Kiwi motorists exposedNearly one in four young drivers admits to scrolling social media while behind the wheel.25 Sep 06:38 AM
New ZealandWhy a 19-year-old Aucklander wants to be Western Bay's mayorDanielle Borell-Faa’soo says she would move back to Western Bay if elected.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan avoids heftier sentence as Crown can't prove his age at time of sexual offendingAshley Owen is now aged 22, but was either 17 or 18 when he met an underage girl.22 Sep 05:27 AM
New Zealand'Heart of gold': Rotorua teen's act of kindness goes viralThe community is now rallying to support his US exchange dream. 19 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandLong-serving Tauranga principal remembered as 'great leader'Tributes flow after the death of Graham Young, who led Tauranga Boys' for 23 years.18 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSportFive ways to make your children better at sportHow parents and coaches can help children thrive on the pitch. 18 Sep 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Destined to do something great': Nikara Ross' journey from student to mentorWairoa woman Nikara Ross is guiding youth in the NZDF after it gave her a career. 15 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Rat’s worst nightmare! These kids are making the capital safe for kiwiReporter Felicity is at Mākara Model School in Wellington, where the tamariki are protecting their local kiwi by trapping rats and making them a feast for the eels. Video / KKNWatch14 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Boy racer bravado': Teen girl killed in street race that ended in crashJack Greer, one of the racers, has been sentenced for his involvement in the fatal race.14 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandDesserts for the deserving: Teen baker with a 'passion for helping'Hannah Richards spends three hours every Saturday baking cakes and crumbles for charity.14 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuOrganised crime doing time: Ranking the gangs filling up our jails.The Mongrel Mob has 742 members and associates behind bars, the most of any gang.13 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandMan runs down rival after livestream 'diss' on TikTok, critically injuring himThe retaliation saw the young victim catapulted through the air and landing on concrete.13 Sep 01:00 AM