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16 May 2025
NEWS
A mission to unplug Meet Malachi, Ezra and Judah Steel – three Kiwi brothers leading a growing call to ditch screens and rediscover the joy of the outdoors. Pictured here at Whakapapa Ski Field, the trio star in ‘Kids Unplugged’, a new locally made
documentary series that champions real-life adventure over online distraction. Filmed across the Bay of Plenty, the series follows young explorers as they surf, ski, hike, bike and connect –
with nature and each other. Behind the camera are their parents, awardwinning filmmakers Anton and Kylie Steel, who hope the show sparks a national shift toward play-based, screen-free childhoods.
With mental health and device addiction front of mind for many families, ‘Kids Unplugged’ offers a refreshing and timely reminder: the best kind of connection isn’t Wi-Fi. Read more on page 4. Photo / Supplied
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