153 days ago

Are there laws against cyberbullying?

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

🚩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 ‘NetSafe Summary’ to give the court as evidence that you went to them first.

👉For more information on the laws, your rights and important links, visit: cab.org.nz/article/KB00000570

It’s Cyber Smart Week (6 -12 October). Cyber Smart Week is the National Cyber Security Centre’s (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

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3 days ago

🪱🐦 When are you the most productive? 🌙🦉

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post has been diving into our daily habits, and research suggests being an early bird or a night owl isn’t just a choice—it’s biology! We all have that specific time when our brains finally "click" into gear.

This raises a big question for the modern workplace. To get the best out of everyone, should employers accommodate our natural body clocks? This idea is at the heart of the four-day work week and flexible scheduling movements.

We want to hear from you:
1. When does your brain "click" into gear?
2. Would a flexible (or shortened) schedule change the way you work?

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15 days ago

Poll: Is Auckland’s economy improving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The latest reporting from The Post suggests a wave of optimism for 2026. With interest rates finally heading south, businesses are feeling more positive. But for many on the ground, the real-world recovery feels a bit like a slow-moving commute on Auckland's motorways.

We want to know: Are you seeing signs of Auckland's economy improving in your industry or neighbourhood? Whether it's busier shops, new projects kicking off, or just a shift in the mood ...

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Is Auckland’s economy improving?
  • 17.6% Yes
    17.6% Complete
  • 65.6% No
    65.6% Complete
  • 16.8% A little
    16.8% Complete
256 votes
1 day ago

🌉🛶 Early Birds Might Crack This One First… or Not? 🥚🧠

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

A person is crossing a bridge and sees a boat full of people, yet there isn't a single person on board.
How is this possible?

(Susan from Massey kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Susan!)

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

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