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Kinetic Driver Ejects 11-Year-Old, Child Left Stranded

5/7/2026

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Story summary

A Kinetic bus driver in Auckland forced an 11-year-old student off the vehicle, leaving her on a footpath.
Auckland Transport contacted the bus company after the incident and reminded operators not to leave children behind.
Grandmother Genet filed a complaint saying the child was upset, traumatized, and forced to walk an hour to school.
Child Matters advocate Megan West called for clear procedures to guide drivers in prioritising children’s safety.

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Story summary

A Kinetic bus driver in Auckland forced an 11-year-old student off the vehicle, leaving her on a footpath.
Auckland Transport contacted the bus company after the incident and reminded operators not to leave children behind.
Grandmother Genet filed a complaint saying the child was upset, traumatized, and forced to walk an hour to school.
Child Matters advocate Megan West called for clear procedures to guide drivers in prioritising children’s safety.