Business & Tech
Penny the Penguin
When BNZ wanted to help teach kids how to prioritise what’s important they created Penny the Penguin – a storybook app that follows Penny on a…
Pulling an all-nighter at Auckland Uni
Whether it's being unable to connect with other people, or being unable to connect your laptop because everyone's hogging the sockets, the issues uni students face…
Designer Wardrobe - starting and growing a business
Six years ago, Donielle Brooke was diagnosed with thyroid cancer – which prompted her to start her own business. She created Designer Wardrobe, a platform for…
Are You Scam Savvy?
Some online scams are obvious, like that email from a “prince” promising you millions in exchange for your bank details, while others fly under the radar…
Saving for children's futures with ASB's Giving Tree
Givingtree, powered by ASB, is an app helping parents better save for their children's future. Set up your savings goal and regular payments, and watch your…
Sophie’s Angels: the all-female driver service keeping passengers safe
96% of all passenger service drivers are men, but at Sophie's Angels, 0% of the drivers are men. This Wellington-based all-female driver service (open to passengers…
Hackathon connecting former refugees with tech
Refugees arrive in NZ seeking a happy, safe life, but can instead struggle for adequate housing and employment. Techfugees brings together the tech community and former…
9Wire - Supporting sustainability through start ups
Kiwis have always been known for their ingenuity and innovative abilities, being able to fix anything with a bit of #8 wire. In the current tech-saturated…
A masterclass in glass
"The beauty of glass is that glass is the only circular resource in packing: one bottle will make one bottle over and over again, infinitely!" -…
Working as a Scooter Juicer
You've seen Lime scooters make their way from Auckland down to the South Island, now take a look at a day in the life of Jesse…
Planning for Growth - Resilient
A CBD apartment feels terrifying in an earthquake. But a house in the suburbs could be cut off by a landslide and isolated from vital services.…
Planning for Growth - Greener
Wellington needs to become carbon neutral to protect our future. In this video, we explore the options for becoming a greener city. This is our once…
Using technology to fight cold damp houses
1600 New Zealanders die every year from conditions caused by cold, damp homes. Hīria Te Rangi shares her story of loss, and explains how Whare Hauora…
How do we make Wellington a city that looks after everyone?
In this speaker series, hosted by the Wellington City Council, we hear about making sure young people have a future, AI and transport, and building the…
How do we use technology to make Wellington a Smart Capital?
In the next 30 years, Wellington is expected to grow by 50,000 to 80,000 people. In this speaker series, hosted by the Wellington City Council, tech…
MOMO
The computer, that good old 21st-century babysitter may not be so convenient any longer. A malicious avatar named Momo has been haunting kids and taunting parents…
How hard is it to counterfeit New Zealand currency?
Americans can joke about our 'monopoly money' all they want, but Aotearoa's bank notes are some of the hardest to fake in the world. Trust us,…
Phone Insurance
It was all good when you had your Motorola Razr or your old Corolla, but not having phone or car insurance these days seems a little...…
Issy started a start-up
After coming out of the hospital with just $500 and a fair bit of tenacity, Issy started Auckland Labour Hire. So what's the secret?
Southland Museum gets technical
When Southland Museum closed there was a public outcry, but these young innovators sought to keep their region's stories on the map. How? With an app!…
Saving the world one toothbrush at a time
Sophie began WYMO (Wash Your Mouth Out) to help combat some of the immense plastic waste we leave around, especially at temporary events like festivals.
Start-ups with Shay
If you're thinking about starting up your own business, Shay lets us in on what to expect, with a few tips and tricks on how to…
Undies for your period
There's a new way to go about your day when you're on your period. These 'period undies' from I am Eva are combatting the 'ick' factor…
A spooky sale in Auckland
Giving up brunch is a scary thought, but it might just be worth it to buy up this house of horror... That's right, Spookers Haunted Attraction…
Inventing ice cream flavours for a living
Liv dreams up delectable ice cream... and gets paid for it! The self-confessed peanut butter lover is behind one of Aotearoa's most delicious ice creams
Net Neutrality - What is it?
With net neutrality at risk in certain countries around the world, what are the chances of Aotearoa's coming under fire? Also...what is it?
Are diamonds really your best friend?
Spending two months salary on an engagement ring - myth, marketing or a must-do? We talked to Petra Bettjeman Jewellery about who your new sparkly best…
A network of reusable coffee cups
It's great to have a reusable coffee cup, but remembering it is another story. No worries, Again Again are creating a cup network that makes…
Op Shopping
Op shopping: materialism for the eco-friendly or budget-conscious millennial. We gave our seasoned thrifters $50 and 30 minutes in Paper Bag Princess Auckland to get their…