One of the hottest topics of the modern era is kids and smartphones. As we've seen more of the what the internet can do (for better or worse) they seem like an essential part of life. Wallet, Keys, Phone, that's what you always keep on you. 

A first phone is typically only for texting mum and dad, so why do you need a device that has the capability for so much more? 

Child Psychologist Sara Chatwin joins Tim Beveridge to give her advice on when to let kids get their own devices and how to manage them.

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One of the hottest topics of the modern era is kids and smartphones. As we've seen more of the what the internet can do (for better or worse) they seem like an essential part of life. Wallet, Keys, Phone, that's what you always keep on you.&nbsp;
A first phone is typically only for texting mum and dad, so why do you need a device that has the capability for so much more?&nbsp;
Child Psychologist Sara Chatwin joins Tim Beveridge to give her advice on when to let kids get their own devices and how to manage them.
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The Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB is an intelligent and fun take on the life you live and what you love. From Barrister to singer to recording artist and concert producer, including performing the national anthem for the All Blacks, you name it, Tim Beveridge has done it. Joined by a range of special expert guests throughout the afternoon, The Weekend Collective will cover off the issues of the week, politics, parenting, finance, wellness and property.

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Sara Chatwin: When should you let your kids get a smartphone

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Normally when property comes up in discussion, it's focused on the plight of the youngsters who are fighting to get on to the property ladder. But today, we're switching it up a bit.

Your house is likely the most expensive thing you own, that applies for everyone who's lucky enough to own one. So how do you manage your money with it?

How old is too old to be investing in property? Are you worried that you've left it too late? At what point does it stop being worth it? 

Managing director of property investment company Opes Partners Andrew Nicol joins Tim Beveridge to give advice on property investment. 

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Normally when property comes up in discussion, it's focused on the plight of the youngsters who are fighting to get on to the property ladder. But today, we're switching it up a bit.
Your house is likely the most expensive thing you own, that applies for everyone who's lucky enough to own one. So how do you manage your money with it?
How old is too old to be investing in property? Are you worried that you've left it too late? At what point does it stop being worth it?&nbsp;
Managing director of property investment company Opes Partners Andrew Nicol joins Tim Beveridge to give advice on property investment.&nbsp;
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Andrew Nicols: How old is too old to invest in property?

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This week on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by TV Presenter Mark Crysell and AUT Chemistry Professor Allan Blackman to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was. 

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This week on The Panel, Tim Beveridge is joined by TV Presenter Mark Crysell and AUT Chemistry Professor Allan Blackman to discuss the biggest stories from the week that was.&nbsp;
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The Panel with Allan Blackman and Mark Crysell: Mount Maunganui, Trump's NATO comments

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Confidence in New Zealand's rural sector has really started recovering over the past year or so. 

Stabilising interest rates, great dairy results, and promising meat exports have formed a foundation for what will hopefully be a successful 2026. 

Confidence dropped slightly in the last quarter of last year, but it's still much higher than it has been over previous years. 

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Confidence in New Zealand's rural sector has really started recovering over the past year or so.&nbsp;
Stabilising interest rates, great dairy results, and promising meat exports have formed a foundation for what will hopefully be a successful 2026.&nbsp;
Confidence dropped slightly in the last quarter of last year, but it's still much higher than it has been over previous years.&nbsp;
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Todd Charteris: "Let's not let perfect get in the way of better"

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Sara Chatwin: When should you let your kids get a smartphone

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