Path Wānaka exists to help parents and whānau support our young people as they face adult-sized challenges and change. And right now, the biggest of those challenges is happening in the palms of their hands. Let’s face it, what our kids are facing online is beyond anything we have ever imagined. It’s horrifying. It’s terrifying. ...
Parenting teens doesn’t have to feel like survival mode. Your relationship with your teen is too important to leave to chance. What Does a ‘Good Parent’ Prioritise Every Day? (Hint: It’s not perfection.) Myth: Good parents always know what to do and never need help. In the chaos of modern parenting, work pressures, school demands, and ...
This guide offers advice for large events like after-ball parties, while also providing tips applicable to small gatherings. Key Principles: Safety and enjoyment are paramount. Alcohol concerns? Consider an alcohol-free event to keep things simple and safe. For people under 18, the safest option is not drinking at all and delaying drinking for as long ...
We all know what it’s like when a teen is stuck in a mood – and let’s be honest, we get stuck too. Teenage emotions can feel intense and unpredictable. That’s because the teenage brain is wired to feel higher highs and lower lows. They’re not being dramatic – their emotional volume really is turned ...
If you’re a caregiver or working with rangitahi in Wānaka, attending a Mental Health First Aid Course is a must! OUT & About Wānaka, in partnership with Path Wānaka | Ara Ki Wānaka and Community Link, are proud to fund and support this two-day Youth Mental Health First Aid course as part of the 2025 Wānaka Pride Week. Hosted by Path ...
Ever notice how your teen zeroes in on the one thing that went wrong, even when lots went right? Author: Kim Tay, Director – The Wellbeing Works It’s not just teenage angst – it’s a survival instinct built into all of us. Our brains are wired to focus more on what’s wrong than what’s ...
Key messages & helpful tips for caregivers It might look like harmless steam—but it’s not. Many teens think vaping is just flavoured mist, but most vapes contain nicotine—a highly addictive substance that can alter mood, focus, and brain development. Many young people don’t realise how hooked they are until they try to stop… and ...
If you’re a caregiver / parent, or working with rangitahi in Wānaka, attending this Cyber-Safety Presentation is a must! Path Wānaka Ara Ki Wānaka in collaboration with Community Links, Te Kura o Tititea Mount Aspiring College, QLDC, and Kahu Youth Trust is proud to host this hard-hitting, eye-opening and often hilarious In-person “Parent Cyber Safety Evening” ...
Navigating Parenthood in 2025 presents new challenges, and none of us feel fully prepared. Between social media, peer influence, and evolving family dynamics, parenting young people today requires a whole new skill set. At Path Wānaka | Ara ki Wānaka, we believe that parents and caregivers deserve a strong support network. That’s why we are ...
If you’re a caregiver or working with rangitahi in Wānaka, attending a MHFA Course is a must! Path Wānaka Ara Ki Wānaka is proud to co-host this TWO-day community course in February (18th and 25th) 2025 at Lake Wānaka Centre. Facilitated by Karyn Munro Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa, & Te Hau Toka, this course is ...
A big thank you to everyone who attended the Nathan Wallis event on the Teen Brain last week. We’ve received some positive and insightful feedback from attendees that we want to share with you all. “Very entertaining speaker, maybe a series that looked more in-depth at each stage would be helpful.” “It was a well-organised ...
If you’re a parent in Wanaka, attending Nathan Wallis’s talk on the teen brain is a must. Path Wānaka, Central Otago Reap and Community Links are delighted to bring Wallis to Wānaka. Wallis, New Zealand’s leading neuroscience educator, is known for his lively, humorous, and down-to-earth presentations on how the brain develops and what that ...
