Are there laws against cyberbullying?
đ©Yes, there are laws against cyber bullying as it is a criminal offence to cause harm through digital communication in Aotearoa New Zealand. Digital communication is exchanging information through digital devices and networks such as email, instant messaging, social media, and video conferencing. You are protected under the Harmful Digital Communications Act (HDCA) that deals with harmful digital communications.
If you are being bullied online and feel that your safety or the safety of someone else is at risk, you should report it to the police. If your immediate safety is not at risk, you can report it to Netsafe - the authorised agency for people to go to if they have experienced cyber bullying.
If NetSafe is not able to resolve the problem, they might advise you to take the case to the District Court. NetSafe will provide you with a âNetSafe Summaryâ to give the court as evidence that you went to them first.
đFor more information on the laws, your rights and important links, visit: cab.org.nz/article/KB00000570
Itâs Cyber Smart Week (6 -12 October). Cyber Smart Week is the National Cyber Security Centreâs (NCSC) annual campaign. This year, the focus is on the importance of cyber security and helping people and organisations to be more secure and resilient online.
Original post credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new âDecember bonusesâ or âbenefit increasesâ
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to âexuberanceâ? đ„
In The Postâs opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, weâre âallergic to exuberance.â
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps itâs worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.5% Yes
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33.6% Maybe?
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24.9% No
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens arenât seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days â the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, whoâs 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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