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ANZAC Day carries a certain quiet in the air, a slowing, a softening, a turning toward the people who shaped the bones of our families. In my whānau, we still gather on this day. Not out of obligation, but out of love - a way of keeping the stories alive, of letting the past breathe alongside us. And even though I think of my grandfather often - his steadiness, his kindness, the way his wisdom still sits in my chest - ANZAC Day gathers his story into a different kind of ligh

Every March, two celebrations sit quietly side by side: Neurodiversity Celebration Week and Creative Arts Therapy Week . On their own, each one shines a light on something important. But together, they tell a story that feels deeply connected - a story about the beauty of difference, the power of creativity, and the many ways young people make sense of their world. For me, these weeks are not just dates on a calendar. They’re an invitation to pause, honour lived experience,

As a clinical creative arts therapist, I witness the struggles so many families face with after‑school meltdowns. They can feel confusing, exhausting, and at times heartbreaking. I also know this experience not only professionally - but personally. When I was a child, my parents did not have the information we have now. My “behaviours” were seen by others as naughtiness, tantrums, and something requiring discipline. There was no shared language for sensory overwhelm, nervous

A gentle, practical guide to understanding childhood anxiety - why it shows up, how it affects the body, and simple ways parents can support their children through big feelings. Learn how naming sensations, recognising triggers, and practicing calming tools can help little ones feel safe, confident, and in control.