Mongreal Mob teens arrested for stealing 35 vehicles in Tūrangi
“Two further men – one being a patched Mongrel Mob member and the other an associate – were…
Police ‘got it wrong’ in high-risk Rotorua pursuit that killed 15-year-old – IPCA
“Police should not have been pursuing Mr Z (Gear) at the time he crashed. The failings of multiple…
Teen mental health crisis: Youthline and schools warn of rising distress
What has our teens in such a bad way? Youthline says their calls are varied, but themes of…
Since placing his first bet at age 15, Dylan says he’s lost at least $900k
Warning: This story contains discussion of addiction Dylan* was 15 years old when he gambled and lost his…
Invercargill assaults: Teens accused of using dating apps to lure victims
“The reality is stark – one more strike, one more kick and the outcome could have been fatal.”…
Christchurch police arrest five teens after armed car robbery in Linwood
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Dying Kiwi teen befriended by US pop star SZA highlights value of paediatric palliative care
RJ’s sister, Jodie Woodman, said he was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma a month after his mother had her…
Auckland Airport meth bust: 16 arrested over New Zealand teen drug courier scheme
Search warrants executed yesterday in Rotorua, Auckland and Hamilton led to the arrest of 11 people aged 19…
How Can Students Deal With School Pressure and Anxiety in April?
There’s a very specific feeling that arrives every April. It sits somewhere between excitement and dread, the ‘Sunday…
Schoolboy had hospital procedure – three weeks later masked man had disturbing news
A teenage from Wales discovered he is involved in a terrifying hospital scandal when a mysterious man knocked…
Four teens charged after aggravated burglary that led to car chase across Auckland
“All four have jointly been charged with committing burglary with a weapon, over the offending that took place…
AI Chatbots Are Giving Teens Absolutely Terrible Diet Advice, Study Warns
Teens have been turning to AI chatbots for everything lately—from writing their boring homework to offering advice on…