Katie Doyle

The Principal Youth Court Judge, John Walker, is calling for much more support for youth offenders when they're released to stop the high rates of re-offending.

Latest figures show 90 percent of the… Audio

RNZ Youth Issues reporter Katie Doyle helps to explain the term "Ok Boomer" used by Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick during her speech in Parliament. Audio

People planning their backyard Guy Fawkes parties tonight are being warned to be extra careful because of the fire risk from high winds.

In Auckland some are worried the tradition may be coming to an… Audio

Apologise or resign - that's the message from the Indian Community to New Zealand First MP Shane Jones.

Around 200 people gathered in Auckland's Aotea Square on Sunday, voicing their disgust after Mr… Audio

A group of teen mums have partnered with the New Zealand Opera to pen personal lullabies for their babies.

It's part of the international lullaby project - launched by New York's Carnegie Hall in… Video, Audio

Residents of the Auckland city centre say they've had a tumultuous few days - waiting for the black smoke to clear. The fire at the International Convention Center, saw inner-city dwellers rush to… Audio

Firefighters are still waiting for the roof of the Sky City convention centre to burn out, 33 hours after the fire began in central Auckland. Firefighters have been letting the roof be completely… Audio

All lanes on Auckland's Harbour Bridge are now open after a truck crash this morning, but NZTA is warning commuters that it could take up to 90 minutes longer to reach their destination. RNZ's Katie… Audio

Official figures have revealed more than 130 incidents of self-harm in Youth Justice Facilities in the past five years. As well, seven young people attempted to harm themselves or take their own lives… Audio

There have been more than 130 incidents of self-harm in Youth Justice Residences since 2014. Oranga Tamariki spokesperson Ben Hannifin says it shows how traumatised and vulnerable young offenders are… Audio

The tills began ringing at what will be the country's largest mall, also known as a 'living centre'.

Forty stores opened their doors in the Westfield Newmarket in Auckland, with that number expected… Video, Audio

A Northland man who admitted draining the bank account of a Far North Maori Trust to fund a lavish lifestyle has been jailed for more than five years.

Stephen James Henare was a trustee of the… Audio

Local councils have sent a scathing letter to government ministers complaining about the lack of money being put into stopping the spread of kauri dieback. The government has committed more than $20… Audio

A prominent Ngapuhi elder is shocked to find inmates at Ngawha Prison are denied water and forced to relieve themselves in the exercise yard. A surprise visit by inspectors has revealed conditions… Audio

A justice reformer is horrified to find prisoners at Northland's Ngawha prison are being treated like zoo animals. The Chief Ombudsman, Peter Boshier, says in a surprise inspection of the prison in… Audio

Oranga Tamariki is set for a massive shakeup today, with The Children, Young Persons, and Their Families Act coming into full force.

Under the law, the Ministry must provide a practical commitment to… Audio

Oranga Tamariki will be shaken up today, with new youth and family laws coming into full force. The law requires the ministry provide a practical committment to the Treaty of Waitangi and support care… Audio

A young Samoan designer from Lower Hutt has been given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to head to the four major international fashion weeks, but there's a hefty price tag attached. Video, Audio