Aroha Edition 2024 – Create Happy Media

United by Affection

Someone does not have to be loquacious, Positivity has the effect of something contagious. Reach out your hand to those in need, Everyone spreading kindness should be an easy deed, Dishing out compliments should make them crack a smile; guaranteed.…

Why Learning Basic Sign Language Matters: A Guide to NZSL

Sign language is one of three official languages in our country, but only a small portion of people know it. I believe that everyone should learn basic sign language, as it is an important skill to know and easy to…

A note from our editor <3

It is an honour and a joy to welcome you not only to Aroha ‘24, but to our Create Happy blog. We decided to make the change for many reasons, but the good news is you get the same high-quality…

Interconnectedness Poem

In Auckland City, my eyes reflect the globe from my brother’s room Or maybe it’s the world map in my geography class We’ve returned from the Swedish clothing megastores empty-handed, ravenous She wants a Poke bowl, she says they remind…