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Saima Anis: Do we have the courage to understand our differences?

COMMENT: We need to teach our children the power of acceptance and diversity.

Best of 2020: Don't deny it: White privilege still exists, and it's ugly

Most Pākehā, when told about this concept, are shocked and go into denial.

Dawn Picken: Tough men, submissive women a recipe for domestic violence

COMMENT: Hannah Clarke case shows we have much myth-busting to do around family harm.

Dawn Picken: Coronavirus myths and hoaxes are travelling faster than the virus

A virus just as deadly as novel coronavirus is sweeping the planet.

A sports reporter's quest for love

"My immediate reaction was that I'd rather head butt a Shakti mat."

Zoe Hunter: Police need more power to put hard line on gangs

People are scared. Crime like this has never been seen in the Bay, writes Zoe Hunter.

Todd Muller: Gang violence unprecedented for Tauranga

COMMENT: Police have our backs but who has theirs?

Dawn Picken: Single can be satisfying on Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day takes on a different meaning when you're single

Carmen Hall: The first time it was two black eyes and a bruised face

OPINION: Men need to keep their fists to themselves.

Buddy Mikaere: White Island a reminder nature is a monstrous, unfeeling force

Nature is not always a giver of the ineffable sweetness, according to Buddy Mikaere.

Dawn Picken: How to make family gatherings merrier and less scary

It's time to change our attitudes.

Scott Yeoman: Why the Jofra Archer racism incident angers and embarrasses me

I was in the crowd at Bay Oval, I saw Jofra Archer stop and talk to security.

Dawn Picken: Go ahead - chat up a stranger

Researchers say one way to boost mental health is to chat with someone you don't know.

Sonya Bateson: Okay boomer, don't get mad

Don't dish it out if you can't take it.

'I thought about taking my own life' - Radio host overcomes depression

The Hits radio host shares why he's thankful he experienced depression

Lizzie Marvelly: Irrelevant Guy Fawkes has had his day

COMMENT: It's time for Guy Fawkes to go.