Child Abuse
'Deeply disturbing': More than 200 children abused - reports
For the first time, Oranga Tamariki has laid bare just how much harm and abuse is being done to children in its care.
'Leaving Neverland' prompts Jackson radio blackout
While TVNZ was clearing out four hours of prime time to air a heavily-hyped documentary about Michael Jackson's alleged crimes against children, radio networks here were quietly easing his music off… Audio
400 submissions made on scope of state child abuse inquiry
Half of the submissions on the draft terms of reference for the inquiry involved those who had experienced abuse in state care, a new report says.
Oranga Tamariki failing to care for 'our babies' - grandmother
The grandmother of a teenage girl in the Hutt Valley says she fears her grand-daughter will end up on meth, following months without intervention by social workers. The woman, who cannot be identified… Audio
Family Court judge warns of child abuse in Hutt Valley
A Family Court judge has raised red flags with the very top of Oranga Tamariki about child abuse in the Hutt Valley. It comes as lawyers' claim the agency is struggling to cope, with one reporting… Audio
'Chronic underperformance by Oranga Tamariki' - family lawyer
A Family Court judge has raised triple red flags with the very top of Oranga Tamariki about child abuse in the Hutt Valley. It comes as lawyers' claim the agency is struggling to cope, with one… Audio
Police urge family of baby with skull fractures to speak up
Police believe someone is responsible for causing 16 fractures to a four-month-old girl, including to her skull, ribs, arms and legs, but her family is refusing to speak to police. Audio
Abuse survivor calls for commission chair's removal
A survivor of sexual abuse is calling for Sir Anand Satyanand to be removed as head of the new Royal Commission, after a survivor's identity was emailed to staff.
State abuse inquiry a 'long time coming'
The Royal Commission of Inquiry into the historical abuse of children in residential state care has been a long time coming, writes David Cohen.
Abuse inquiry: 'The government has got it right'
Opinion - A journalist who has broken several of the stories about the government's response to victims of state abuse, Aaron Smale reflects on the announcement of a Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Abuse survivors on what they want out of inquiry: 'He admitted it ... I thought there would be consequences'
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Minister for Children Tracey Martin will tomorrow outline an inquiry into the historical abuse of children in state care. Some have asked for this to be extended to
…Mother who made children sick jailed for seven years
The mother attempted to suffocate her nine-month-old baby, fed her son a battery, and caused her daughter to go on harmful medication. Audio
Child doctor urges NZ to address child abuse issues
Rotorua paediatrician Johan Morreau tells us the time has come for politicians to agree on measures to make sure children are not exposed to danger from dysfunctional families. He gave evidence on… Audio
Nothing's changed since Nia, Moko inquest told
A woman who has worked with abused women and children told the inquest nothing has improved in the years between two preschoolers' violent deaths.
Social work 'not just a job'
A baby girl with broken bones who barely survived her injuries is an extreme case of child abuse, but not an unusual one, social workers say. Audio
Moko inquest: Support worker did not suspect any abuse
A support worker from the Māori women's refuge in Taupō did not suspect any abuse of Moko Rangitoheriri until after his death, an inquest has heard.
Moko inquest: grandmother 'screamed and yelled' for help
The grandmother of Moko Rangitoheriri told an inquest of her frustration and helplessness at not being able to help the toddler. Audio
Moko Rangitoheriri's mother gives evidence at inquest
The mother of Moko Rangitoheriri has given emotional and tense evidence at the inquest into her toddler son's death in 2015.
Abuse survivors encouraged to share stories
A man who was abused as a child encourages other survivors to share their stories as the 10 year anniversary of Nia Glassie's death is marked. Audio
PM appears to soften on inquiry into state abuse
The government appears to be softened its position on holding an inquiry into the historical abuse of children in state care. Audio