Youth
Funding for Growing Up in NZ project ends
Funding for a major study of New Zealand children's health and wellbeing has ended and the Government is considering its future.
The Ministry for Social Development did not renew the contract for the… Audio
NZ Youngsters on screens more than most around the world
While technology does have some benefits to learning, there is mounting evidence that too much screen time is doing more harm than good. Audio
The TAHI 4/4/24
On todays episode, Ray Leslie speaks on her latest single ‘The Fridge All Stocked”, Evie tries her hand at making AI music and offends everybody in the process, and So’omālō breaks down the DOC’s… Audio
Is drinking still a university rite of passage?
Reports around the world claim young people are drinking less than ever. Is that the case at our universities?
Newshounds - a classroom resource helping kids detect fake news
The digital world can be a confronting and confusing place for many of us, as we try and decipher what's real and what's not. Audio
Tobacco companies accused of targeting young people on Tiktok
Public health researchers say tobacco companies are targeting young people through advertising on Tiktok with illegal products.
It is currently illegal to sell the products such as chewing tobacco… Audio
The TAHI 2/4/24
On today’s episode, Evie is back (again). So’omālō tells us the safest way to consume leftovers, we rank all the best April fool’s jokes, and find the perfect formula for casting the next Bachelor. Audio
Community banding together after threats, intimidation at library
The behaviour forced the library to shorten its hours and roster staff on in pairs.
The TAHI 28/3/24
On today’s show, guest appearances from emerging musicians Reiki Ruawai as well as Hone who chat with So’omālō about their latest tracks, and we discuss the origins of the heimlich. Audio
Teachers struggle with worsening student behaviour
Teachers and principals around Aotearoa are doing it tough in the classroom as they struggle with changing and worsening student behaviour.
An Education Review Office report says disruptive and… Audio
Secondary Principal Association on ERO review into bad behaviour
The Education Review Office says teachers are seeing fighting and vandalism every day.
And the office says it's time for national action to rein in the violent behaviour.
Secondary Principal… Audio
Bad behaviour in schools at 'critical levels': ERO
The Education Review Office says bad behaviour in schools has reached critical levels, with teachers seeing fighting and vandalism every day.
The office is calling for national action to rein in the… Audio
Mothers turn up at parliament to urge stronger action on vaping
A group of mothers turned up at parliament today to urge MPs to take stronger action on vaping.
Vape Free Kids appeared before the Health Select Committee with a 13,000 signature strong petition… Audio
The TAHI 26/3/24
On todays show, Evie is back with a brand new look! Tween stars of Aotearoa’s latest feature film The Mountain give us some behind the scenes insight, and we yap along with musician YAHYAH who tells… Audio
Government continues funding free period products in schools
The government has put aside $2.9 million to continue providing period products in schools.
Celebration of cultural identity and diversity at Polyfest
Pacifika secondary students are demonstrating pride and passion for their cultural heritage at this week's ASB Polyfest.
Tāmaki Makaurau is the biggest hub of Pasifika people in Aotearoa, and… Audio
Calls for rebrand of Maadi Cup
What's in a name?
Quite a lot if you ask Rangi Ruru Girls' School.
The school is pushing for a rebrand of rowing's most iconic event, the Maadi Cup.
It's among a string of changes Rangi Ruru has… Audio
NZ Correspondence school reaches Maadi cup final
It's reaching the business end at the Maadi Regatta on Lake Ruataniwha in Twizel, and many of the traditional powers of secondary school rowing will be lining up in finals Friday and Saturday.
One… Audio
The TAHI 21/3/24
On Today's episode we surprise musician Ella Minehan with a special interviewer her friend and fellow musician Taylor Roche for a wholesome moment! We also talk CubaDupa festival with Romi Wrights and… Audio
Rowing officials considering ban on 'year 14' athletes
Rowing officials are mulling over a rule change that would ban 'year 14' athletes competing at the Maadi Regatta.
The practice, whereby age-eligible students return after their final year of school… Audio