Youth
Generation Covid
It’s not a great time to be young right now. But has Covid crushed what was left of our dreams?
Yeah. Nah. Audio
Ending period poverty: First products given at Auckland Girls Grammar School
Calls to eliminate period poverty are finally being answered by the government.
The first rollout of free period products in schools began today at Auckland Girls Grammar. This follows a pilot… Video, Audio
Pasifika youth demand more engagement in Covid-19 response
Pasifika youth are demanding more engagement in the government's Covid-19 response. Audio
Sleep over social media for teenage well being
Researchers have found that ensuring quality sleep for young people is more effective for their mental health and well being than restricting time on social media. Study co-author, Dr Damian Scarf… Audio
Cultural Ambassador - Planet Adolescent
Charlie Cuff joins us once again. Tonight he's talking about how he manages social media - and maybe some advice for older folk on avoiding rabbit holes. Audio
The 90s File - Heather Gee-Taylor
Twenty-three year old Heather Gee-Taylor is one of New Zealand's youngest local body politicians and a charolais cattle breeder to boot. Audio
The Panel talks about the lack of youth engagement in the election
Analysis of younger voters shows the least engagement from university towns. An expert on youth and politics, Dr Sylvia Nissen talks to the Panel about political youth appeal. Audio
Teens take vote fight to High Court
Sixteen year olds are taking a case to the High Court - saying - they should be allowed to vote. The members of Make it Sixteen will have their case heard on Monday. One of the group's members Liam… Audio
Kate di Goldi - creating our first Reading Ambassador
The most recent OECD Programme for International Students assessment showed a marked decline in reading for pleasure. Alarmingly it discovered that half of New Zealand's 15-year-olds have never read… Audio
From Mongrel Mob to mentor
A young Rangi Pou was on the cusp of adolescence when his father said it was time he become a man and fend for himself. For Pou, that meant growing up on the streets, getting involved in the world of… Audio
Spike in young people seeking mental health support
Kapiti Youth Support is reporting a 300% increase in the number of young people, aged between 10 and 24, seeking help for mental health issues post lockdown. CEO of KYS Raechel Osborne talks to Jesse.
…Does vape legislation go far enough?
Under a new law passed by parliament last night, vaping will be banned in workplaces, and advertising and sponsorships related to vaping products will be prohibited, along with the sale of vaping… Audio
Science fiction helps build mental resilience in young people
Historically, those who read sci-fi and fantasy have been stigmatised as nerds, but research by Professor Esther Jones shows sci-fi and fantasy may help young people cope, especially with the stress… Audio
Data shows the armed response team were used with children
Data from the police about their now-abandoned Armed Response Teams trial shows they dealt with six incidents involving 12 year old children - almost all Maori - some armed with weapons other than… Audio
Lifting their game: Jody Hamilton & Tyler Taurima-Brown
Kathryn meets two people who've been doing everything they can to help young people in the Hawke's Bay get up on their feet. Jody Hamilton set up the social enterprise Lift, which connects rangatahi… Audio
What's driving the deterioration in youth mental health?
Why is the mental health of our young people deteriorating, and what can be done about it? Ministry of Health figures show a growing number of our 15 to 24-year-olds are struggling with their mental… Audio
Preventing youth sport burnout
A look at the changes underway in youth sport to boost participation and skill development and prevent burnout. New Zealand Rugby, Netball, Football Hockey and Cricket have pledged to take the… Audio
How rangitahi see Aotearoa in 20 years
The year 2040 will mark 200 years since the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. It might seem like a long way off, but many rangatahi are already looking ahead, campaigning for climate change… Audio
Arts for marginalized West Auckland youth
A unique arts initiative for marginalized West Auckland youth is about to exhibit the work of the Class of 2019. The Kakano Youth Arts Collective's founder and Creative Director, Mandy Patmore… Audio, Gallery
Proud to Show
On the eve of the 2019 New Zealand Agricultural Show dozens of exhibitors are preparing their cattle at the A & P Showgrounds in Christchurch. As well as showing her own cows and calves, agricultural… Audio