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. Abrupt, hurtful words may make someone bleed, Dishing out compliments…

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Behind the Pen: An Interview With Kyle Mewbern
Kyle is the award-winning author of children’s books like Old Huhu and Dragon Knight, as well as her recent historical fiction novel, Sewing Moonlight. She is based in Central Otago. Ella: Who are you? Kyle: I’m Kyle Mewbern, and I’m…
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…
Interview with Megg Alexander
Shortland Street, one of New Zealand’s long-running and favourite soap operas has featured famous faces. However, not a lot of people talk about the children and teenagers of Shortland Street, so I had a chat with Megg Alexander about her…
Pathways to Science: Curiosity to Career
What fascinates me most about science is its ability to explain what seems to be unexplainable. I count myself lucky to be born into a homeschooling household where curiosity and education were encouraged and supported. At the age of five,…