Navigating sexual violence and support as a young Asian person

“I'm not even supposed to be alone with a boy. It's so much harder to explain I've been raped."

Why translating for parents can force kids to grow up too fast

Some children may grow up feeling like they lost their childhood, a psychologist says.

If you’re lonely, you’re not alone. Loneliness is reaching epidemic levels

“Loneliness isn’t just a matter of finding more friends for people.”

Coercion and stigma: Barriers wāhine Māori face with getting contraception

‘It’s not acceptable that we know about health inequities and don’t do anything about it.’

Social media made me do it: how to stop impulsive spending

The art of learning ✨delayed gratification✨

What our drug use looks like in 2024

Drug prices have dropped and cocaine use is on the up.

We asked event organisers what they’re doing to make shows accessible

“It shouldn't have to be us begging for accessibility, it should be built in”.

The stigma still exists: Being a single parent in 2024

The number of single parents in NZ is increasing, but the narrative doesn’t have to be negative

Mental health is driving absences. Should schools change how it's recorded?

55% of chronically absent students said mental health was a reason for absence, an ERO report shows.

  • 22 Nov 24

In photos: Hīkoi mō te Tiriti reaches Wellington

Tens of thousands of people marched in Wellington for the final day of the nationwide hīkoi.

Uni classes in person: Is it necessary?

We asked three students if they think in-person attendance is still important.

Gender Dysphoria is listed as a disorder, some experts want to change that

Some experts say classifying dysphoria in a manual of mental disorders creates stigma.

‘Not trans enough’: What it took for me to call myself trans

Intimidated about exploring your gender identity? New series The Gender Agenda wants to help you.

1 in 3 young women and non-binary people are bullied at work, survey finds

More than half of people bullied said it was because of their age or their gender.

Why is it harder to make friends as an adult?

“The opportunity isn’t there”

'We're not oppressed': The campaign breaking stereotypes about Muslim women

‘We’re no different to any other woman on this planet.’

‘A long time coming’: Futsal Ferns qualify for first-ever Women’s World Cup

The FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup debuts next year – and NZ squad is one of 16 teams competing.

NZers are getting teeth removed because it's cheaper than fixing them

New report shows how much the dental care system is costing Aotearoa

Young small business owners have a secret advantage

Thinking of starting a small business? Read this!

A look inside Wellington's new $50 million facility for people in need

Wellington City Mission’s new facility has a free supermarket, healthcare, accommodation and more.

  • 01 Nov 24

People tell us why they ghost other people

Is it ever okay to ghost someone?

‘Dungeons and Dragons come to life’: Three NZers on why they LARP

"It basically feels like spending the weekend in the sun, which is kind of rare these days."

What to expect when you stop smoking weed

“Nobody talks about how hard it is to stop."

Auckland Uni will make a course on Te Tiriti compulsory

The Waipapa Taumata Rau courses will be introduced in 2025.

  • 23 Oct 24

Why you shouldn't feel ashamed about having herpes

Up to 80% of NZers catch herpes at some point in their lives, according to the NZ Herpes Foundation.

Racism in the field: What Māori, Pacific and Asian psychologists face

From cultural labour to microaggressions, new research shows psychologists’ experiences of racism.

Why are NZers hooked on Temu, and should we be?

A quarter of New Zealand adults have recently shopped on Temu, a new study shows.

Breast cancer doesn't discriminate, I found out I had it at 27

“I’m going to fight this and I’m going to win”

AI and dating: Writing bios, flirting, and risky photo edits

Landing dates, catfishing, and editing thirst traps - some pros and cons of generative AI.

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