Ben Hannifin

Almost all the children involved in ram raids in recent weeks are not in school, Oranga Tamariki says.

Smash and grabs using a car have appeared to be on the rise, with police saying they are often… Video, Audio

Changes to the way courts normally operate are underway and Heads of Bench have identified proceedings that will be given priority, with special concern given to matters to do with liberty.The… 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