Wise, an online multi-currency banking company, has conducted research on the financial sacrifices young people in Aotearoa are willing to make in order to travel overseas during the cost of living crisis. The research found that young people in Aotearoa are overwhelmingly likely to put off personal plans in order to travel, compared to other generations.
Rosetta spoke to Anhar Khanbhai, who is a apart of the team from Wise, about the research.
Wable, a social media networking app inspired by the television series ‘Love on the Spectrum,’ which has been designed specifically for neurodiverse individuals, is set to release in New Zealand in the coming days.
Joel spoke with CEO and Co-Founder of the app, Holly Fowler, and Love on the Spectrum star and ambassador for Wable, Michael Theo, about what sets this social media platform apart from others, and the importance of designing applications in mind for people who are neurodiverse.
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This week on our regular chat with the Auckland Council, Jessica Hopkins spoke to Board member Shane Henderson about Auckland Mayor Phill Goff’s proposed Climate Action Targeted Rate.
The new targeted rate is predicted to raise around $574 million over 10 years, for direct climate action. This funding will accelerate the introduction of electric ferries and buses, boost bus services, and fund tree-planting.
They also discussed with Shane how Auckland Council facilities are operating under the traffic light system.
Auckland Councillor Shane Henderson is back for his regular catch up with 95bFM.
Jessica Hopkins asked Shane about his thoughts on the light rail announcement, and his calls for an update on improvements to Northwest buses. They also chatted about using Twitter and discovering USB power ports on buses.
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