Ngāpuhi mother of two, Karis Vesey woke up on Mothers Day and after reading an article on the horrific abuse that led to 3-year-old Moko Rangitoheriri’s death, she decided to take a stand.
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Public outcry over death of Moko Rangitoheriri prompts establishment of Facebook forum
Manslaughter charges over the prolonged abuse and death of 3 year-old Moko Rangitoheriri have prompted the establishment of a Facebook page and a call to action.
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Law expert says manslaughter plea “appalling” in child abuse case
Three-year-old Moko Rangitoheriri died after enduring two months of severe abuse and being denied medical treatment at the hands of his carers. Tania Shailer and David Haerewa pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the Rotorua District Court, but a criminal law expert says the Crown's acceptance of the plea is "absolutely appalling".
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New head for Te Kāhui Mana Ririki Trust
Tuwhakairiora Williams will take the reigns of Te Kāhui Mana Ririki Trust as their new chief executive.
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Teacher jailed for 10 years for sexual violation of minor
Stacey Reriti was sentenced to 10 years and six months in jail in the High Court at Wellington today on charges of sexual violation by unlawful sexual connection and an indecent act on a minor.
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Native Affairs – Two million dollar kid – Part 2
When Daryl Brougham received his apology from the Government in February, the Minister of Social Development Anne Tolley said the courage and strength he possessed to have overcome so many challenges in his life, can only be admired.
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Native Affairs – Two million dollar kid – Part 1
Daryl Brougham used to be called the 2 million dollar kid, because that's what his 18 years in State Care cost the New Zealand taxpayer. While in CYF care, Daryl suffered significant amounts of abuse and neglect.
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Assault charge upgraded to murder in relation to death of 6-month-old
Michael Te Kouarehu Kereopa has been charged with the murder of six-month-old Gracie May McSorley in the Porirua District Court Today.
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Māori leaders call for Māori to speak up about child abuse
Māori need to take some responsibility for children killed by domestic violence. That was the consensus amongst Māori leaders, academics and politicians, about physical abuse on children.
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Mana Ririki to make enquiry into toddler's death
Two people have appeared in the Rotorua District Court charged with assault following the death of three-year-old Moko Sayviah Rangitoheriri in Taupō on Monday.