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Student Reviews
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Big Issues
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Takeout Kids
Check out this wicked New Zealand series, in which four young people juggle school, friends and everything else while growing up in their parents' restaurants and takeaway shops. |
Student Book Review: Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Every week, Volumes will feature a new review from one of your St Cuthberts classmates. Want to write one of your own? It's easy! Email seniorlibrary@stcuthberts.school.nz with the subject line 'Book review request' to find out more. This week, Aisha Mitha (Year 8) reviews children's classic Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. |
What's the deal with Three Waters?
It's been making people angry for a while now - but what actually is the Three Waters Deal and why should you care? Aotearoa's resident John Oliver White Man Behind a Desk explains what's up with this whole drama. |
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Pop Culture Issues
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Celebrate Matariki
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Investigation
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Do we really need another skinny actress in a fat suit?
For the upcoming musical fantasy film, Matilda, actress Emma Thompson has been pictured reportedly wearing a fat suit for her role as the fictional headmistress, Agatha Trunchbull. For some, it reflects a troubling trend of skinny actors 'uglying' themselves by donning fat suits for roles. |
Mapping the Stars to Reclaim Time: The Art of Aute
It's Matariki, and Nikau Hindin of Ngāi Tūpoto is reclaiming an almost lost Māori art form - star mapping, otherwise known as aute. Find out more here. |
Rebel Wilson was forced to come out by an Australian newspaper. Here's why it matters.
First the Sydney Morning Herald threatened to out Rebel Wilson, then complained when she 'gazumped' them by refusing to play by their rules. Mad Chapman over at the Spinoff unpacks the sheer audacity of it all. |
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Competition
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Award-Winning Writing
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Competition
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Apply now for the Sargeson Prize!
This short story competition is one of the most famous in New Zealand. Named for celebrated NZ writer Frank Sargeson, it's open to all writers over 16, and offers cash money prizes. More deets here. |
Last year's Sargeson Prize School Winner
Check out last year's winner of the Sargeson Prize for Best School Student Story, 'Muscle Memory' by Shima Jack from Logan Park High School in Dunedin. |
Smart Alex 2022
The Turnbull Library's creative writing competition for students is heating up once again.The aim of the Smart Alex competition is to inspire and encourage students to enter the world of the Alexander Turnbull Library and discover its many treasures. Get amongst here! |
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Meditation
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Relaxation
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Wellbeing
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Weird, but Soothing
Sit There and Do Nothing is the most fun you can have while meditating. |
Wander Japanese Streets Without
Leaving Your Room The perfect lockdown escapism. |
State of Disruption
Exploring stress, anxiety and resilience in a time of disruption - check out this fantastic series over on Clickview. |
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Wellbeing
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Wellbeing
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Wellbeing
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How Teens Can Care for Their Mental Health During Covid-19
Six strategies for facing a new (temporary) normal. |
Is Your Family Experiencing More Conflict?
Quarantining together isn't easy. Here's how to hold a successful family meeting. |
Your Wellbeing Team
Visit your Wellbeing Team on myCollege for advice and support. |
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You Must Remember This
Hollywood - a place of great beauty and unbelievable darkness. The first century of moviemaking in Hollywood is full of hidden and long-forgotten stories, many absolutely shocking. This podcast explores them. |
Volumes: The Podcast?
Hey you! Yes you! Are you a podcast nut? Ever wanted to try it out for yourself? Volumes is getting up to some exciting stuff in this area and we want your talent! Whether you think you'd be a great interviewer, or love to work with audio, or just feel like having a laugh with your mates, we're interested in your ideas. Email us at seniorlibrary@stcuthberts.school.nz with the subject line 'Your name - podcasting legend' to find out more! |
Conversations With My Immigrant Parents
Immigrant whānau across Aotearoa have frank conversations covering love, ancestry, home, food, expectation & acceptance. Hosted by Saraid De Silva and Julie Zhu. Check it out over on RNZ. |
Auckland University's Learning Essentials
Prepping for an exam? Auckland University has great tips so that you can head into your next exam or test raring to go! |
Combat Test Anxiety
Test anxiety can appear before, during, or after an exam. When it rears its ugly head, remember to practice self-compassion, to focus on helpful strategies for success, and to seek help when needed. Click through to find out some tips for dealing with this common issue. |
Study Smarter, Not Harder!
Good study skills matter now more than ever, and science can point us to the methods that really work. Check it out over at Science News for Students. |
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Films About Reproductive Rights and Abortion
Around the world, a person's right to abortion is a pressure point of enormous conflict. With the recent news about the likely overturning of Roe v Wade, here's a list of films that explore the subject of reproductive rights and abortion. |
The most popular book series of all time - how many have you read?
From epic fantasy sagas to picture books, these are the collections that have been the most successful since being unleashed on the world. Can you guess the most popular? |
Cool New Books from BookTok
Check out some of the books being raved about on TikTok's literary wing, BookTok! Courtesy of Wellington City Libraries. |