Mentor service provider ‘gutted’ money isn’t going to community orgs
The coalition Government has a target of reducing youth offending by 15%.
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‘Kia tūpato’: Youth organisation pleads for safe return of kaitiaki carving
The group has taken to social media in a bid to find their 'guardian'.
A sisterly kōrero and whānau aspirations brings the Kahu Collection to life
A new clothing range is a family affair.
Nelson teen sentenced after 14-year-old humiliated in social media livestream
The judge told Harrison Oliver he should be “thoroughly ashamed” of his behaviour.
Staff caught smuggling in contraband, play fighting with youth offenders at facility
There were serious concerns regarding staff practices and a lack of stable leadership.
Kimi Manaakitanga is making its mark on Waikato youth
Rangatahi-designed youth camp in Hamilton proving its worth.
Should you monitor your teen's internet use?
OPINION: Research suggests strict restrictions on digital media might not be best idea.
At least 17 students killed as school building collapses in Nigeria
Many more victims remain trapped in rubble after the collapse of a two-storey school.
Are these NZ's worst teen crims? First boot camp participants selected
Teenagers from across the country will spend three months at a Palmerston North facility.
Wellington student hospitalised after school attack was stabbed
A person was taken to hospital and the school was put into lockdown on Friday.
A US teen died by suicide. Is his school to blame?
A judge ruled that the parents raised sufficient allegations against the school.
Give youth a chance: Employers urged to give young Northlanders their first job
Northland youth unemployment is the highest in the country, new figures show.
Decades-long battle for Samoan citizenship echoes in Parliament
She was just 5 months old when she attended her first march for justice for Samoans.
MP Carl Bates opens NZ Model UN
MP welcomes to Parliament 450 young people from Kiwi high schools.
Children’s social media ban could be discussed in NZ
Australia’s Government has pledged $6.5 million to trial age verification technology.
Could your son be radicalised by misogynistic content online?
If your concerned about your sons, maybe it's time to talk to them about their algorithms.
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'Heavy-handed' boy racer crackdown could isolate youth, say critics
Police say a growing antisocial element at boy racer events has become concerning.
The 10 most popular Māori baby boys' and girls' names
The list is published on Matariki, following tradition.
Editorial: Oranga Tamariki boss must have missed memo on handling leaks and staff morale
OPINION: Chappie Te Kani slams staff leaks as his organisation lets hundreds go.
Midhirst local inspiring positive change
The 19-year-old World Vision youth ambassador taught 40 tricks to a group of dogs.
Editorial: The kids aren't all right
OPINION: It will take a united effort to tackle child crime.
Smash and grabs, ram raids, stolen cars: More than 120 teens arrested
An 11-year-old was caught after allegedly breaking into a vape store on a school night.
Aroha ki te tangata: Inside the lives of Māori wardens
Six Māori wardens showcased throughout the motu.
'You are going to jail': Only one outcome for violent teen in jewellery store robbery
He herded employees into the back of the store and attacked one with a crowbar.
Children's Minister explains how 'boot camps' will benefit young offenders
Karen Chhour defends the military-style camps.
Social media driving fights and bullying, principals say
According to one principal, the latest fight occurred recently.
How Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta failed children on safety, US states say
NYT: The CEO and his team drove Meta’s efforts to capture young users, lawsuits allege.
'I just want the boy back': Father of missing teen makes desperate plea
Warren Slater spoke just a single sentence through sobs of tears.
Inflation contributes to 'sharp increase' in Pacific child obesity
'New Zealand is falling short in many areas with its food environment.'
Unaddressed trauma and grief: Why teen stabbed a heavily pregnant woman
Court told the 19yo had lured the woman to an address under false pretences.
Karen Chhour, Oranga Tamariki quizzed over public sector job cuts
Minister guarantees there will be no impact on frontline services.
Tobacco-like warning label for social media sought by US surgeon general who asks Congress to act
Doctor says social media is contributing to youth mental health crisis.
'Incompetence': Brian Tamaki slates police after Destiny Church follower charged with abuse
The accused man is facing six charges of indecent assault against two teenage victims.