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Otago Daily Times
31-05-2025
- Politics
- Otago Daily Times
McCaws support youth social media ban
Hāwea Flat's newest celebrity residents, the McCaw family, are rallying in support of a social media ban for youth. Former Black Stick Gemma McCaw and husband Richie McCaw are backing the B416 campaign as they run a tight ship in their own home when it comes to using technology. The campaign began as a way of validating the government's proposed Bill to restrict social media use for children under 16, following Australia's recently adopted legislation. Mrs McCaw gave a strong endorsement to the campaign this month when she attended the B416 launch in Auckland. She said as a mother of three young girls aged between 2 and 6years old, this was an issue close to her heart. For her, it was not just about banning social media for under-16s. She felt a fundamental shift was needed in the way technology was used in the home for both parents and children. "We can't tell our kids to get off their devices if we're not willing to do it ourselves. "... For Richie and I, we just want to be really intentional with our own use," she said. She believed the overuse of phones was contributing to a decline in people's mental health, and children needed extra protection. "It's just the unfiltered access on the internet that's really, really harmful, and that's kind of my worry," she said. Having moved to Hāwea Flat last year, Mrs McCaw said there was more opportunity to implement healthier choices for her children as there was a stronger sense of community and a plethora of outdoor activities. The proposed member's Bill would require social media companies to put a system in place designed to verify a user was over 16 years old. It is unclear what the verification process would look like or which platforms would be included in the ban, as the government works with Education Minister Erica Stanford to better direct the final Bill. Other members of the Hāwea and Wānaka community were equally supportive of the campaign. Hāwea parent Alex Walton said the campaign was important for parents who were struggling to manage their children's social media use. "It gives that reassurance to parents that we're all on the same page here ... It sparks that discussion around 'what measures are safe?' and 'what boundaries do we want to put in place?'," she said. One of the social media features Ms Walton was concerned about was youths seeing their friends on social media in real time. It created a sense of exclusion, as young people could see their friends taking part in activities they were not included in. Christchurch educator and founder of Little Kiwis Nature Play, Celia Hogan, gave a talk on Monday at the Wānaka Community Hub, exploring how smartphones could shape childhoods. As part of her organisation's work, she has held workshops on how to engage children outdoors and keep them safe online. "We've got increased mental health and wellbeing issues. We've got safety concerns on screens. And a lot of us parents didn't grow up with screens in that way." She was an advocate for not only B416 but also the Smartphone Free Childhood campaign, a movement that started last year. It was started by United Kingdom mothers Daisy Greenwell and Clare Fernyhough, who were passionate about delaying their children's smartphone use. This made its way to New Zealand and there are now ambassadors across the country helping raise awareness of the dangers associated with early smartphone use.
Scoop
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Scoop
Gemma McCaw Hopes To Reduce Barriers For Women With New Partnership
Kathmandu - Latest News [Page 1] Gemma McCaw inspires more New Zealand women to get into nature, with new partnership helping remove barriers to the outdoors More >> New Research Shows Kiwis Are More Optimistic Than Ever For The Summer Ahead Monday, 14 November 2022, 3:34 pm | Kathmandu New research has revealed two thirds of New Zealanders and Australians are more motivated than ever to make plans to be outside this summer. While it is expected that time spent engaged in outdoor activities is higher in summer versus winter, ... More >> Website Data Security Incident Wednesday, 13 March 2019, 5:09 pm | Kathmandu Kathmandu has recently become aware that between 8 January 2019 NZDT and 12 February 2019 NZDT, an unidentified third party gained unauthorised access to the Kathmandu website platform. During this period, the third party may have captured customer ... More >> Multisporter and firefighter affected by autoimmune disease Monday, 21 August 2017, 4:56 pm | Kathmandu 21 August 2017 - Wanaka multisporter, cyclist and Queenstown Airport Fire Rescue firefighter Gavin Mason, who went from being one of the fittest firefighters in New Zealand to barely being able to walk, now has February's Kathmandu Coast to Coast ... More >> Kathmandu Sustainability Report Monday, 5 December 2016, 10:48 am | Kathmandu Kathmandu increased their use of sustainable cotton from 38% to 59% in 2016 according to their 2016 Sustainability Report. More >> Kathmandu to help school teams race the Coast to Coast Tuesday, 16 August 2016, 2:25 pm | Kathmandu Kathmandu is encouraging high schools and sports clubs nationwide to nominate a three-person team for the chance to receive the ultimate package for New Zealand's leading multi-sport event - the 2017 Kathmandu Coast to Coast. More >> Kathmandu Climbs Onboard with Coast to Coast Tuesday, 12 April 2016, 10:46 am | Kathmandu The two biggest names in adventure have joined forces to put race on the global map More >> Kathmandu Holdings Limited NZX/ASX/Media Announcement Thursday, 2 July 2015, 10:36 am | Kathmandu Take no action in relation to takeover notice from Briscoe Group Limited for Kathmandu Holdings Limited More >> Kathmandu Launches Instore Appeal for Nepal Thursday, 30 April 2015, 12:43 pm | Kathmandu Kathmandu has today launched an in-store appeal for the victims of the Nepal earthquake. More >> Appointment of Chief Executive Officer Xavier Simonet Friday, 23 January 2015, 12:34 pm | Kathmandu Kathmandu today announced the appointment of Xavier Simonet as the new Chief Executive Officer of the company. More >> New Christchurch Head Office for Kathmandu Thursday, 21 August 2014, 3:26 pm | Kathmandu Kathmandu Holdings Ltd today announced it has committed to a new Christchurch head office which will be state of the art development in the Innovation Precinct in the CBD. More >> Kathmandu Holdings Ltd Re-Aligns Executive Team Wednesday, 28 May 2014, 12:20 pm | Kathmandu Kathmandu's Chairman David Kirk today announced changes to its Executive team structure, enhancing the leadership team capability to support planned future expansion across Australasia and internationally. More >> Kathmandu Expands NZ Distribution Centre Monday, 12 May 2014, 11:36 am | Kathmandu Kathmandu is expanding its National Distribution Centre in Christchurch to support the Company's growth plans including increasing New Zealand store and online sales, and its focus on international sales opportunities. More >> Kathmandu Holdings Ltd Confirms Inclusion in ASX200 Friday, 6 December 2013, 4:05 pm | Kathmandu Kathmandu Holdings Limited (ASX and NZX Code: KMD) has joined the increasing number of dual ASX and NZX registered companies included in the S&P/ Dow Jones ASX200 index following the index's latest quarterly re-balancing this week. More >> Kathmandu Launches New Mobile Website Wednesday, 9 October 2013, 10:21 am | Kathmandu Outdoor clothing and equipment retailer Kathmandu has taken the next step to improve convenience and shopability for its growing mobile customer base with the launch of a new mobile website. More >> Kathmandu Makes Dreams Come True For New Zealand Adventurers Wednesday, 31 July 2013, 4:05 pm | Kathmandu Four New Zealanders from around the country have been awarded scholarships by Kathmandu to attend Outward Bound courses at Anakiwa in the Marlborough Sounds. More >> James Strong Memorial Project for Education in Nepal Wednesday, 29 May 2013, 10:52 am | Kathmandu Outdoor clothing and equipment retailer Kathmandu and the Australian Himalayan Foundation (AHF) today announced the James Strong Memorial Project which will provide additional education funding to benefit children in the Solu Khumbu, one of the remotest parts ... More >> Kathmandu Holdings announces FY13 first half year Tuesday, 26 March 2013, 11:03 am | Kathmandu interest and tax (EBIT) of NZ$15.8 million, for the half-year ended 31 January 2013,an increase of $3.1 million compared with the prior corresponding period. More >>
Scoop
05-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Gemma McCaw Hopes To Reduce Barriers For Women With New Partnership
From camping trips as a child to adventure racing through rugged terrain and spearheading her Ladies Who Venture group, Kiwi icon Gemma McCaw has always been deeply connected to the outdoors. Gemma's journey is one of inspiration—a Black Sticks Olympian, a strong advocate for women's wellbeing, and now, a champion for empowering women to adventure outdoors and embrace the positive impact spending time in nature has on our lives. That's why when New Zealand's most iconic outdoor brand, Kathmandu, reached out to Gemma to join forces, it was an easy yes. 'My goal is to break down barriers that prevent women from experiencing and embracing the outdoors,' Gemma says. The mother of three knows first-hand how the right gear can help women to feel confident and empowered. "As women, we're all at different ages and stages. I want outdoor experiences to be accessible to everyone, whatever is going on their lives. Whether it's your first hike or a multi-day trek, the key is feeling confident and comfortable." Kathmandu and Gemma have a shared vision to inspire women to connect with the outdoors, embrace exploration, and overcome barriers that have held them back. Kathmandu Chief Executive Megan Welch says partnering with Gemma felt natural. "At Kathmandu, everything we do is purpose-led. We are in the business of improving the wellbeing of the world through the outdoors and clearly, so is Gemma, who is doing so much to help more women get outdoors. She embodies the values we champion: authenticity, courageousness, community, and the belief that getting out there changes our lives for the better.' During the three-year partnership, Gemma will be actively involved in the design phase of Kathmandu's Outdoor Active range. Gemma will get out there and test the products herself, provide practical advice, and give honest feedback to ensure the gear meets the needs of women outdoors. "Getting outdoors looks different for everyone. It's all about pushing your own boundaries and embracing the challenge to take that first step into nature," Gemma says. 'Kathmandu's commitment to using responsible materials is so important to me, and I'm proud to be part of this. With their innovative designs, I can't wait to help shape gear that makes a difference to how women feel,' Gemma says. Having led Ladies Who Venture, a group that guides women to tackle New Zealand's Great Walks in a single day, Gemma understands the importance of building confidence through education and practical advice. Kathmandu's General Manager of Product Karinda Robinson says she is really looking forward to working with Gemma. 'We'll have Gemma working alongside us during the design process of the Outdoor Active range. While all Kathmandu product is made for performance, our goal is to design gear that supports women in all forms of outdoor adventure, both casual and technical. 'Every garment is robustly tested for quality, a standard practice for Kathmandu gear. We use some of the most sustainable materials available and we do not compromise on performance. Having Gemma directly involved in this will be invaluable, as we work to support more women getting out there.'
