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Does building eco-conscious websites really make a difference?
What's one website going to change? Even small actions have a cumulative effect if they’re picked up by many and repeated consistently.
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The Pacific heritage that inspires Two Sparrows eco-led decisions
Seeing the impact of climate change in the Pacific is a key driver behind one of Two Sparrows’ top four values: To be eco-led – leaning into clean and green with all our design + code decisions.
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Watch this space! Two Sparrows is learning about and running towards these four anchoring values
These values have been close to our hearts for a while, but now’s the right time to share them so you can learn alongside us and join us on the ride!.
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Social impact and purpose-driven branding: Dot Two Dot
Dot Two Dot helps businesses grow their social impact through purpose-driven branding, communications & PR.
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Life 101 Launchpad
We spoke to social entrepreneur Nick Carroll about new initiative Life101 Launchpad – an e-learning platform for New Zealand rangatahi teaching fundamental life skills around money management, personality, work readiness and more.
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How the Upper Waitematā Ecology Network connects Aucklanders with nature so we can all thrive
Working collaboratively with community groups and upskilling volunteers across the region, the Upper Waitematā Ecology Network wants to restore the mauri of our ecosystems.
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How KingFisher Publishing brings beautiful books into the world
Many of us dream of becoming published authors but don’t move past the draft phase because we are put off by the idea of sending our work to publishers.
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The new Privacy Act is around the corner. Are you ready?
From 1st December 2020, New Zealand will be under a new Privacy Act.
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Jon Dunning, Business Designer
Jon is a business designer, coach and leadership training facilitator.