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Good reads

Good reads

The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt A piercing look at youth anxiety in the digital...

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My funny Valentine

My funny Valentine

My colleague told me that Valentine’s Day is a holiday for new love, not old...

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How to plan a stress-free holiday

How to plan a stress-free holiday

Travelling is a rewarding life experience that helps us to slow down and appreciate every...

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How to stay safe in a heatwave

How to stay safe in a heatwave

Large parts of southern and south eastern Australia experienced an intense heatwave to kick off...

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Online harm sad new normal

Online harm sad new normal

A new Netsafe report says 38% of Kiwis experienced unwanted digital communications in 2025. 14%...

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Reconnecting with cherished hobbies

Reconnecting with cherished hobbies

Retirement is often described as the beginning of a new chapter. After decades shaped by...

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Half of online daters would date AI

Half of online daters would date AI

Online dating has recently adopted artificial intelligence. It can offer speedy, accurate matchmaking and help...

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How bad AI behaviour grows

How bad AI behaviour grows

When AI chatbots are trained to behave badly, they may start acting up on unrelated...

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Volunteering in the community

Volunteering in the community

Here in New Zealand, volunteering roles are as diverse as the people who step forward...

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