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‘A huge honour’: Rotorua Dux award inspired by Māori trailblazer

Trophy honouring scholar Mākereti Papakura won by student who aims to make a difference.

The Auckland college coup, the struck-off doctor, and the failed bid to gag the Herald

'We sincerely hope no other school in NZ will have to experience it.'

Teacher caught snorting 'white powder' off classroom desk at school Christmas party

The teacher said it was the 'most stupid thing' he had ever done in his life.

Richard Prebble: New Zealand 'going down the tubes' over school attendance problem

OPINION: Nearly half of New Zealand's pupils failed to attend school regularly last term.

Asbestos‑tainted Kmart product shuts some Bay of Plenty schools

The Ministry of Education has fielded more than 260 queries from schools.

'Already on that waka': Numerous Hawke's Bay schools vow to keep Te Tiriti in classrooms

'Our schools are already on that waka and paddling the right way.'

More than 20 education providers closed after asbestos found in play sand

The Ministry of Education has fielded over 260 queries from schools and childcare centres.

Taxpayers funding new charter school inspired by secretive Opus Dei group

The 'Catholic ethos' school in Epsom will open near two existing Catholic primaries.

Prominent Auckland state school faces 'forcible' charter school takeover bid

The Bewt trust wants Kelston Boys’ converted by January 2026 under new management.

More a resort than student digs: First look inside new UniLodge Auckland Central

Ashton Mitchell architect Cliff Paul's stylish new Auckland CBD tower for uni students.

What are the true motivations of the 'mega-strike'?

PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons joined Herald NOW to explain what the union wants and why it is taking part in the day's big strike action. Video / Herald Now

Mega strike: a primary teacher's argument for action

Liam Rutherford, Primary Teachers' Collective Agreement Lead Negotiator, joins Herald NOW to explain the primary teachers' reasons for striking. Video / Herald Now

Editorial: Public sector has a right to strike today but must keep perspective

OPINION: Many Kiwis will look at the salary of a teacher and think it is good money.

Severe weather forces change to plans for mega strike rallies

More than 100,000 teachers, nurses and public workers plan to walk off jobs on Thursday.

Surprise find under 153-year-old Auckland university building

A well dating back to the 1800s and a stone plaque were found during building restoration.

Editorial: It will take a nation’s efforts to encourage Kiwis to read again

OPINION: Critics warn it will take more than phonics to fix NZ's literacy decline.