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From Push Alerts to Podcasts: A Practical Roundup for Covering Health News Without Losing Trust
News & Media

From Push Alerts to Podcasts: A Practical Roundup for Covering Health News Without Losing Trust

June 6, 2026

Health news moves fast — and the way it’s delivered has changed just as quickly. A single breaking update can travel from a newsroom to

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Digital Front Door vs Phone-First vs Community Hubs: Which Access Model Best Reduces Hospital Pressure?
Government & Public Sector

Digital Front Door vs Phone-First vs Community Hubs: Which Access Model Best Reduces Hospital Pressure?

May 30, 2026

Across Aotearoa New Zealand, health services are being asked to do something that sounds simple but is operationally complex: make it easier for people to

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How to Build a “Medication Resilience Plan” After Hospital Discharge: 10 Steps to Prevent Errors at Home
Healthcare

How to Build a “Medication Resilience Plan” After Hospital Discharge: 10 Steps to Prevent Errors at Home

May 24, 2026

Why a Medication Resilience Plan matters (and why discharge is a high-risk moment) Going home after a hospital stay is meant to feel like relief.

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Third Places in 2026: A Practical FAQ for Creating Community Spaces That Improve Wellbeing
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Third Places in 2026: A Practical FAQ for Creating Community Spaces That Improve Wellbeing

May 10, 2026

What is a “third place,” and why is it suddenly trending? A “third place” is a location that isn’t home (your first place) or work/school

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How Newsrooms Can Use “Prebunking” to Stop Misinformation Before It Spreads (A Practical FAQ)
News & Media

How Newsrooms Can Use “Prebunking” to Stop Misinformation Before It Spreads (A Practical FAQ)

April 30, 2026

Misinformation doesn’t just “go viral” by accident—it often follows repeatable patterns: emotionally loaded framing, false certainty, manipulated media, and coordinated amplification. For newsrooms serving communities

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Heat, Humidity & Heart Health: A Practical FAQ for Staying Safe in Waikato Summers
Healthcare

Heat, Humidity & Heart Health: A Practical FAQ for Staying Safe in Waikato Summers

April 12, 2026

Hot, humid days are becoming a more familiar part of summer across the Waikato. For many people, heat is more than an inconvenience: it can

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The “Third Place” Comeback: FAQs on Building Local Belonging and Better Wellbeing in Waikato
General

The “Third Place” Comeback: FAQs on Building Local Belonging and Better Wellbeing in Waikato

April 5, 2026

What is a “third place,” and why is it suddenly trending again? A “third place” is a regular, informal spot that isn’t home (your first

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Healthy Dining When You’re Away From Home: A Practical Guide for Travellers and Hospitality Teams
General Hospitality

Healthy Dining When You’re Away From Home: A Practical Guide for Travellers and Hospitality Teams

March 18, 2026April 20, 2026

Eating well while travelling: why it matters for health and hospitality Whether you’re visiting friends, attending a conference, or taking a well-earned break, travel often

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How to Build a “Rumour-to-Response” Dashboard: A Step-by-Step Guide for Newsrooms Tracking Local Misinformation
News & Media

How to Build a “Rumour-to-Response” Dashboard: A Step-by-Step Guide for Newsrooms Tracking Local Misinformation

March 17, 2026

Why a “rumour-to-response” dashboard matters (and why it’s not just for big outlets) Local newsrooms are often the first place people look when something feels

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Algorithm Registers for Public Services: A Practical Roundup for Safer AI Use in Government
Government & Public Sector

Algorithm Registers for Public Services: A Practical Roundup for Safer AI Use in Government

March 14, 2026March 30, 2026

Across government and the public sector, algorithms are increasingly used to support everyday decisions: triaging enquiries, prioritising inspections, spotting fraud, allocating housing, forecasting demand, and

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