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Youth justice experts call for urgent law changes to reduce harm in the youth justice system

28 October 2021

Associate Professor Nessa Lynch with Professor Ian Lambie of the University of Auckland and Children’s Commissioner Judge Andrew Becroft have been leading a piece of work on raising the age of criminal responsibility for children.
My body, my choice? Not this time

7 October 2021

Opinion: In part one of two pieces about resisting vaccination, Mike Lee argues the rights of other people to remain free from harm overrides freedom of choice.
Second chance at education for children in conflict and disaster zones

7 October 2021

One in three children and youth living in conflict or natural disaster zones are not at school. What can be done to get them back into education for a better chance in life?
Kia Kaha Kia Manawanui: You’re going to need it

30 September 2021

Opinion: 'Kia Manawanui, Aotearoa: A long-term pathway to mental wellbeing' could be revolutionary. But without big changes, it will fail, writes Barbara Staniforth.
Listening to our anxiety

27 September 2021

Experienced counsellor Dr Brian Rodgers on paying attention to the signals anxiety sends.
For your mental health, pay attention

27 September 2021

Opinion: As we slowly emerge from lockdown and head into Mental Health Awareness Week, Margaret Stanley reflects on things that can help us through difficult times.
He mahi waiwai tō ngā kura o te rapu i te tūkino tamariki

17 September 2021

Ka pēhea e taea e ngā kura te whakarite pai i ngā kaimahi ki te āhukahuka i ngā tohu mēnā e whakapae ana rātou e tūkinotia ana, e takakinotia ana rānei tētahi tamaiti?
A plea for Afghanistan

14 September 2021

Opinion: Support to Afghanistan must not end at the gates of the nation’s airport. Evan Jones explains how countries must come together to protect those left behind.
Explaining China’s games ban

13 September 2021

Opinion: China's tough clampdown on children's online game playing could mean less bullying, improved eyesight and a reduction of addictive behaviours, writes Allan Fowler.
How to reduce lockdown resistance

10 September 2021

Opinion: Bodo Lang examines New Zealanders' 'reactance' to Covid restrictions - and how to lower the threat of compliance fatigue.
What to say to children about Auckland’s terror attack

9 September 2021

Opinion: Children can be affected in different ways by events like the terror attack at Auckland's LynnMall. Carol Mutch has some tips on how to help.
How does screen time affect children?

6 September 2021

Seven out of eight Kiwi kids exceed recommended recreational screen time guidelines, but what is their significance and how should they be interpreted?

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