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Apprenticeships close skill gaps

In the past, apprenticeships were often seen as something for people who didn't get good enough grades to go to university. Times have changed, reports Danielle Wright

Good decisions, better chances

The first 10 years of work are critical for the individual, and the country, writes Heather Carpenter

Massey looks at short sleeves after uniform complaints

Students at the West Auckland school this week called on management in a petition to design a summer uniform.

Blazing row: Revolt against uniforms

Petition against the banning of shorts and knee-length skirts and wearing of ties and blazers all year round has 1100 signatures.

Students revolt over new uniform

Massey High School students have launched a revolt over the school's new uniform, which requires students to wear ties and blazers year round.

Teacher struck off over serious misconduct

A male teacher who had an inappropriate relationship with a 13-year-old girl has been struck off the teaching register.

Free lodging for packed-in uni students

Victoria University is offering free accommodation to students it forced to move into shared rooms at the last minute.

10 rack up $3m in loans for study

Worried about the size of your student loan? The top 10 borrowers each owes more than $300,000, new figures supplied to the Herald reveal.

Students battle growing budget blowouts

The average university student living in Auckland is battling a shortfall of almost $125 a week, with the rent price leading to rising budget blowouts.

Editorial: Free tertiary study may trump tax cuts

When Parliament reconvenes for a new year, there is always a chance we will hear some fresh ideas from the Government, or at least a refreshed, friendly attitude from all parties in the chamber after a warm and sunny break. Neither was apparent this week.

'I try to not look too far into the future'

After beating cancer Jake Bailey doesn't want to let what he's been through define him: "For me, this is just an opportunity. It's a stepping stone to the future."

Jake Bailey on his cancer fight

Jake Bailey has vowed to use his experiences in beating cancer to help other young people. The Christchurch Boys High School senior monitor whose heart-wrenching speech to his peers after he was diagnosed with cancer went global has spoken publicly today for the first time.

Moody's gives NZ big tick

Moody's Investors Service is comfortable with its Aaa credit rating on New Zealand with a stable outlook, as it anticipates the impact from lower commodity prices will be offset by strength in areas of the economy such as tourism and education services.

Jake Bailey: Nurse convinced me to give 'that' speech

WATCH: The Christchurch Boys High School senior has vowed to use his experiences in beating cancer to help other young people.

Teen cupid stealing hearts online

A near-naked, teenage Maori cupid from an Auckland high school is stealing hearts online, after a group of students posted their Valentine's Day video to Facebook.

Poverty causing kids to fall behind

A new report has given New Zealand one of the worst rankings in the developed world.