PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIndependence day for EITRegional governance returns to 10 polytechnics on January 1, 2026.15 Jul 12:24 AM
Auckland'Mum, I’m a strong boy aren’t I?’ Murdered 5-year-old's mother breaks down in court over final phone call with son A coroner's inquiry into Malachi Subecz's death in 2021 began today. 14 Jul 02:41 AM
New ZealandMeet Auckland's unstoppable Shens: 2 brothers, 21 awards, 2 world-class uni scholarshipsThe brainy brothers dream of creating the next world-changing start-up.12 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Skyrocketing levels of Jew hatred': Why NZ is not immune to rising antisemitism concernsA Melbourne synagogue was set alight in an alleged antisemitic attack.11 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandAI-driven exam breaches surge as schools grapple with cheating; top principal issues warningBusted: 10 students took too long in the toilet, 88 had phones, 59 used AI.10 Jul 08:08 PM
New ZealandThe stark reality of NZ's rising school absence crisisAlmost two thirds are students aged between 12 and 14.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRegion's first learning hub for migrant parents a 'transformative step' The hub is aimed at empowering families to better understand NZ's education system.05 Jul 06:00 PM
TalanoaECE leader shocked by proposed sleep rules after baby death at daycareDavid Seymour plans to rid the ECE sector of 'excessive' regulations.03 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRiccarton High: The centre of a changing ChristchurchFrank: Stories from the South, episode 8 – High on Culture. 03 Jul 07:29 AM
New Zealand'World-leading': New 250-student private school planned for central AucklandClasses will have a maximum of 25 students and initially cater for Year 0-10 pupils. 02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy top Auckland schools are tightening enrolment rulesEnrolments surged due to increased immigration and local relocations.25 Jun 07:52 AM
New ZealandPrincipals seek support after 80% spike in students disciplined for weapons Figures show 526 students faced discipline for weapons last year.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Reflection of whakapapa': Māori baby names reveal cultural trendsAroha and Ariki were the most popular names for girls and boys for the third year running.22 Jun 04:51 AM
New Zealand'Compelled to stay': More teachers working past 65 amid shortagesIn 2024, 8072 teachers over 65 made up about 10% of the workforce.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'More than a building': Rotorua school celebrates opening of new spaceThe building was named Tāne Whakapiri Tangata.17 Jun 10:00 PM
TalanoaBaby’s death at Auckland daycare sparks call for tighter sleep regulationsThe baby was checked every 10 minutes but it wasn't enough and he was found unresponsive.15 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandSoldier won't be dismissed after filming woman without consent during sexJudge and panel opt for a lesser sentence for corporal, including a formal warning. 12 Jun 12:19 AM
New ZealandFacing dismissal: Soldier's career on the line after filming woman without consent during sexA panel began deliberations this morning at Burnham Military Camp.11 Jun 12:03 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIn China, preventing exam cheating in the AI era is a high-security operationStudents faced strict surveillance, including drones and metal detectors.10 Jun 10:19 PM
WorldUK teens face two-hour cap on social mediaTeens could be blocked from social media after 10pm and during school.08 Jun 10:22 PM
New Zealand'Hand-up': Boarding fee boost eases isolation for rural studentsSecondary students from remote areas can receive up to $6300 from the Government.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThousands of school meals uneaten in Northland every weekNationally, 34,878 surplus meals went uneaten for the week of March 28.07 Jun 05:00 PM
BusinessSchool lunch provider sentenced over $800k tax evasionThe Southland woman was sentenced to home detention.05 Jun 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unjustifiable': Dyslexic children to lose 109 specialist teachers after Budget cut'For those with severe difficulties reading or writing, there’s nothing to replace them.'03 Jun 06:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Financial literacy is about more than personal responsibilityFinancial literacy will become core for Year 1-10 students from 2027.03 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Government must do better with school lunchesOPINION: If we're going to spend millions on them, then we need to do them properly.30 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'No evidence yet': Scrutiny over charter schools' reporting requirementsThe Government allocated $153m to reintroduce charter schools over four years.29 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamily adds to calls for action after teen dies in run it straight tackle game'Everyone needs to step up to the mark and condemn this activity.'29 May 08:01 AM
WorldUS to revoke visas for Chinese students linked to Communist PartyNew visa scrutiny targets applicants from China and Hong Kong.29 May 03:12 AM
New Zealand'Room for growth': Plan to boost lagging international student numbers to pre-Covid levelsInternational education contributed $3b to NZ's economy last year.28 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsMore than $160m to build 115 new classrooms, three new schools in CanterburyMinister says the community had been 'loud and clear' about the lack of space.28 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandSnug as a bug in a lunch: Dead larva found in 'new low' for school mealsPhotos show the bug, roughly twice the size of a fingernail, sitting on a potato.26 May 07:59 AM
New ZealandWatch: Erica Stanford promises 1600 more teachers, learning support staff by 2028The minister is speaking at Mt Albert Grammar in Auckland. 22 May 10:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovt boosts spending on private schools to support ‘diversity, choice’It is the first increase in private school funding in 15 years, David Seymour said. 22 May 03:32 AM
