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Bystander effect in cyberbullying
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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A new study reveals the conditions that draw people to intervene in cyberbullying, with anonymity reducing the likelihood of intervention.
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NZ's cyberbullying bill passes with huge party support
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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The Harmful Digital Communications Bill has passed its third and final reading in Parliament, with an overwhelming cross-party support.
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Cyber bullying bill: Dark and sinister side to the internet
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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Minister of Communications Amy Adams calls on Speaker of the House to prioritize Harmful Digital Communications Bill.
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Cyber bullying bill edges closer despite concerns
Wed, 24th Jun 2015
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Changes to the controversial cyber bullying bill passed committee stage at Parliament yesterday, with all parties excluding ACT supporting it.
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Cyberbullying in schools: the law
Thu, 9th Apr 2015
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Education Law in NZ says schools are to provide a safe physical and emotional environment including addressing behaviours such as cyberbullying.
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Lifting the veil on NZ's cyberbullying bill
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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The Harmful Digital Communications Bill introduces a range of measures to address damaging online communications.
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Cyberbullying bill back up for debate
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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The ‘controversial’ cyberbullying bill has been placed up the Order Paper for debate today, according to a statement from Parliament Today.
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Cyber bullying bill to be debated at Parliament today
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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The bill is to mitigate harm caused by digital communications and to provide victims of harmful digital communications with a means of redress.
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Social media really can get you fired
Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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Judges axed from NZ's X Factor after their scathing tirade sparks social media fury.
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Students share their thoughts on bullying as CensusAtSchool launches
Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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New Zealand schoolchildren to tackle bullying in nationwide survey, as part of long-running educational project.
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Rapid changes in digital universe exposing young Kiwis to cyber threats
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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NetSafe report warns of rising cyber risks for New Zealand youths amid digital upheaval.
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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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Social networking reaffirms commitment to cyber-safety with a new page in their Family Safety Center.
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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.