Children
Former school lunch provider critical of new programme
A former school lunch provider says the government's new programme is set up for failure. Trust House chief executive John Prendergast spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Parents, think twice before posting back-to-school pics
Parents could unwittingly give away more information than they think when they post online, police are warning.
Children's Minister pauses Oranga Tamariki review into service provider contracts
The Children's Minister has asked Oranga Tamariki to pause its review into service provider contracts, and extend existing contracts until the end of the year. Political reporter Lilian Hanly spoke to… Audio
How young is too young to read spicy 'smut' novels?
Smut novels can range from sweet, innocent romance stories to narratives that depict rape and violence, making it hard to know what books are suitable for what age groups.
Teenager celebrates 15th birthday with 15 bungee jumps
On Wednesday morning, teenager Cohen Freeland jumped off the Auckland Harbour Bridge 15 times in a row to celebrate his 15th birthday - all to raise money for Ronald McDonald House. Freeland spoke to… Audio
Support network for leavers of secretive sect formed
New Zealand leavers of a secretive sect the FBI is investigating for historical child sexual abuse have formed the first support network for former members in this country. Amy Williams filed this… Audio
Barnardos' helpline for kids losing govt funding
Barnardos is losing government funding, putting its 0800 What's Up helpline at risk. Barnardos chief executive Matt Reid spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Two Wellington students selected to represented NZ at Science and Engineering Fairs in US
Two school students have been given the opportunity of a lifetime, to represent New Zealand at the "Olympics" of Science and Engineering Fairs in the United States. Year 13 Wellington College student… Audio
Oranga Tamariki cuts to early intervention services has advocates worried
Oranga Tamariki's cuts to early intervention services in the community has advocates worried that more kids will end up in care. Political reporter Lillian Hanly has more. Audio
Parents weigh options as cost of school holiday programmes climbs
Many do not have the luxury of working from home or calling in grandparents so childcare is stressful and potentially expensive. Audio
How to get rid of head lice and what to do when you can't afford treatment
As parents, teachers and children start getting ready for term one, families will be on the lookout for itchy scalps caused by head lice. Audio
Head lice frustrations driving some parents to risky treatments
iSpyNits founder Kate Ricketts says she's heard of parents resorting to drastic measures to get rid of nits, including kerosene, fly spray and flea treatment.
New school year brings new approach to learning to read
The school year cranks back into life from today, bringing with it changes to the way children learn to read. Are schools ready? Audio
What's Inside a Police Car?
Bryan & Bobby take you inside a police car, Hazel has a tricky brain teaser, and Zakhar tells you what he thought of the book Remarkable Animal Stories from New Zealand and Australia. Audio
Dog attack victim's mother fights for changes
A mum is calling for change after her child's lip was torn open when a menacing dog bit her on the face at a Hastings property.
You've Got to Be Joking!
The best jokes of the week are told by Sasha, Jayden, and Zara; Maddison chats about Celia the Seagull, Suzy has Fun Facts about a stinky animal; and there's a new brain-teaser to challenge the organ… Audio
Are there really more divorces in January?
You probably see a story about this every year, but do couples really hold off until after the holidays to pull the plug?
Bushwalks and Bike Rides
Young Levi talks about what he's been doing in the holidays, there are Fun Facts about animals with beaks, and you can play the world-famous-in-New-Zealand game 'What's That Sound? - He Aha Tera… Audio
What our favourite baby names say about us
Noah, Elijah, Lily and Isla were top names in New Zealand last year. What does that reveal about us?
Two children allegedly murdered in grim start to 2025
A national child abuse advocacy group says more needs to be done to protect tamariki after the deaths of two children in separate cases. Two men are in custody facing murder charges over the deaths… Audio
