There have now been 8 smacking prosecutions since so-called ‘anti-smacking’ legislation was introduced.
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New Zealand First leader Winston Peters on 'sordid' political deals, repealing the anti-smacking law and why John Key’s popularity is undeserved.
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James Mason, who yesterday had his conviction for assaulting his son quashed, hopes the decision will not encourage violence toward children.
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The top political stories for 2009.
Former Green MP Sue Bradford is thrilled that even one of the staunchest critics of her anti-smacking legislation is now convinced it is working.
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An independent review of the anti-smacking law has found the law is working well, and opponents' fears are unfounded.
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Between 4000 and 5000 people are marching through central Auckland this afternoon, urging the Government to act on referenda.
Green MP Sue Bradford is no stranger to threats – but this is the first time she’s had a threat like this.
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Fewer New Zealand parents smack their children today than in past decades, according to results of a poll released today.
Prime Minister John Key has been dragged into the centre of the resurgent smacking debate.
The child-smacking debate is back in the spotlight with confirmation the country will vote on a citizens-initiated referendum.
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