Netsafe launched bilingual digital safety program Hector's World for 5-10 year olds, supported by Microsoft NZ and the Ministry of Education.

Netsafe, a NZ nonprofit, launched Hector's World, a bilingual (English & Māori) digital safety program for 5-10 year olds. The animated series covers online safety topics like cyberbullying, privacy, and digital footprints, with educational materials and resources for teachers and parents. The program was supported by Microsoft NZ and the Ministry of Education, addressing growing concerns over children's online safety.