Screen Time Study seeking parents of teens
Are you concerned about the amount of time teenagers spend on screens today?
The National Institute for Health Innovation invites parents/caregiver of teenagers aged 13-17 years, living in the Auckland area to participate in a focus group to understand parents’ attitudes and practices around their teenagers’ screen use.
The focus groups will be held at the University of Auckland, Tamaki Campus (Glen Innes).
You will receive a $50 voucher for your time and dinner will be provided.
Spaces are available for the following Focus Groups:
(Note: you only need to attend ONE focus group, which will run from 7.00-8.30pm)
If your child is aged 13-15 years:
· Tuesday 20th November
· Wednesday 21st November
If your child is aged 16-17 years:
· Thursday 8th November
· Wednesday 14th November
Dad’s only focus group:
· Tuesday 13th November
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Wanted: Information on stolen art piece
Police are asking the public to keep an eye out for a unique art piece stolen during a burglary in west Auckland.
The Waitematā West Tactical Crime Unit is investigating a burglary in the Piha area on 6 December 2025.
Detective Sergeant Anna Freestone says scrap metal and tools were amongst items stolen, but also an valuable artwork called ‘Infinite Sea’.
“The round artwork is made up of glass, a mirror, led lighting and PVC,” she says.
“It’s a distinctive piece of art and we’re asking anyone in the public who has information on its whereabouts to get in touch.
It may be that this artwork has been offered up or advertised for sale, and we need to hear from you.”
If you have information to assist Police, you can provide information online now or call 105 using the reference number 251208/4801.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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