Cyberbullying stories
Changes to the controversial cyber bullying bill passed committee stage at Parliament yesterday, with all parties excluding ACT supporting it.
The Harmful Digital Communications Bill introduces a range of measures to address damaging online communications.
The 'controversial' cyberbullying bill has been placed up the Order Paper for debate today, according to a statement from Parliament Today.
New Zealand X Factor judges Natalia Kills and Willy Moon were sacked after social media backlash over their harsh comments towards a contestant.
Rapid digital advancements in New Zealand are exposing young Kiwis to increasing online threats, says NetSafe's latest report.
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.
New study finds cyberbullying in New Zealand schools primarily by girls, with urgent calls for more sophisticated prevention methods.
Schools are advised to block Ask.fm after it's linked to the cyberbullying and suicides of British teens, New Zealand authorities express concern.
Education Law in NZ says schools are to provide a safe physical and emotional environment including addressing behaviours such as cyberbullying.
The bill is to mitigate harm caused by digital communications and to provide victims of harmful digital communications with a means of redress.
New Zealand schoolchildren to tackle bullying in nationwide survey, as part of long-running educational project.
the distinctive properties of an online environment introduce new dynamics that distinguish bullying from its offline variety.
Cyberbullying and the links between violent computer games and real-life violence are all too frequent headline topics.
Three-quarters of New Zealand teachers believe parents are relying on schools to educate their children about online safety.
Report reveals Kiwi parents clueless about children's cyberbullying woes, urging open talks for digital safety.
New website aims to combat bullying in Mid Canterbury, offering a supportive community and resources for both victims and perpetrators.
Justice Minister Judith Collins believes New Zealand should move with the tech times in response to bullying online.
Facebook has launched a new anti-bullying page in its Family Safety Center, reinforcing its commitment to online safety during Bullying Prevention month.
Latest findings show parents are more protective of boys than girls on social networking sites, especially during back-to-school seasons.
NetSafe urges ICT support against the growing threat of cyberbullying, highlighting a need for industry collaboration to combat digital harassment effectively.
