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Rapid changes in digital universe exposing young Kiwis to cyber threats
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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Rapid digital advancements in New Zealand are exposing young Kiwis to increasing online threats, says NetSafe's latest report.
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Online bullying affecting adolescent mental health
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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the distinctive properties of an online environment introduce new dynamics that distinguish bullying from its offline variety.
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New anti-bullying computer game to promote cultural change in schools
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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Cyberbullying and the links between violent computer games and real-life violence are all too frequent headline topics.
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New Aussie laws do more to protect cyber bullying victims
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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Online bullying was for a long time merely frowned upon, but governments around the world are putting laws in place to protect people from online attacks.
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AVG: NZ teachers need online safety support...
Mon, 14th Jul 2014
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Three-quarters of New Zealand teachers believe parents are relying on schools to educate their children about online safety.
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Parents in the dark over cyberbullying
Mon, 16th Jun 2014
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Report reveals Kiwi parents clueless about children's cyberbullying woes, urging open talks for digital safety.
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Website to help battle bullying
Wed, 20th Nov 2013
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New website aims to combat bullying in Mid Canterbury, offering a supportive community and resources for both victims and perpetrators.
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Cyberbullying more common with girls
Thu, 15th Aug 2013
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New study finds cyberbullying in New Zealand schools primarily by girls, with urgent calls for more sophisticated prevention methods.
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Schools urged to ban Ask.fm
Tue, 13th Aug 2013
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Schools are advised to block Ask.fm after it's linked to the cyberbullying and suicides of British teens, New Zealand authorities express concern.
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Govt debates online bullying agency
Wed, 28th Nov 2012
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Justice Minister Judith Collins believes New Zealand should move with the tech times in response to bullying online.
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Facebook launches new anti-bullying page
Fri, 19th Oct 2012
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Facebook has launched a new anti-bullying page in its Family Safety Center, reinforcing its commitment to online safety during Bullying Prevention month.
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Teenage boys most monitored on Facebook
Thu, 11th Oct 2012
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Latest findings show parents are more protective of boys than girls on social networking sites, especially during back-to-school seasons.
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NetSafe calls for industry support over cyberbullying
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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NetSafe urges ICT support against the growing threat of cyberbullying, highlighting a need for industry collaboration to combat digital harassment effectively.
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Google to fight YouTube bullies
Wed, 25th Jul 2012
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Google sets to combat YouTube bullies by making users reveal real identities, aiming to cleanse the platform of abusive comments.
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Use experience, not apps to deal with cyberbullying: expert
Wed, 28th Mar 2012
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Cyberbullying is as real and as harmful as bullying in the real world, and online safety group NetSafe is taking steps to address the issue.
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NetHui 2011 looks to shape digital future
Tue, 17th May 2011
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NetHui 2011 aims to shape the future of digital society with discussions on cybercitizenship, cloud computing, and the internet’s revolutionary potential.
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MTV releases anti-bullying iPhone app
Tue, 5th Oct 2010
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MTV has launched an updated version of its Over The Line iPhone app in the US, aimed at combating digital abuse and cyberbullying among users.
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62% of children have had a negative online experience
Wed, 16th Jun 2010
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A Norton survey reveals 62% of children have faced negative online experiences, feeling 'angry', 'upset' or 'afraid'. Parents, take note and act.
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Hector swims on YouTube
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Hector’s World, the education initiative for keeping kids safe online, now has its own YouTube channel (tinyurl.
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School conflict and the web: The real picture
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Recent incidents at an Auckland school spotlight the web's significant role in fuelling and publicising teenage conflicts, according to NetSafe.