New ZealandReopening schools 'a calculated risk' - expertExperts say we don't know how much children transmit Covid-19 to others.21 Apr 12:50 AM
New ZealandLockdown stand-off: Kids not as contagious says Bloomfield; childcare centres refuse to reopenSome childcare centres will stay closed, but most schools will open on April 29.20 Apr 04:54 PM
New ZealandCovid-19: Can your child go back to school under level 3?The Ministry of Education has released new information.18 Apr 05:19 AM
New ZealandExclusive: School at level 3 won't be voluntary after allChildren won't be allowed back to school unless there is no one to look after them.17 Apr 05:43 PM
New ZealandTeachers angry over alert level 3 rules: 'We are not babysitters'High school will become daycare under alert level 3, principals say.16 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandComputers to the door, educational TV planned for lockdown learningTV lessons may start next week while families wait for internet connections.06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoronavirus: Ministry survey hints at school closuresMinistry seeks answers in two days on coping with possible school closures.15 Mar 11:40 PM
EducationMixed feelings about proposal to hike teachers' registration feesSome aren't happy with the increase, others say it is necessary.06 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSarah Alexander: Pay all teachers the same or drop qualificationsComment: Kindergartens have pay parity with schools, not so early childcare centres. Why?13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: The curious collab - a Nat MP and a Labour MinisterCOMMENT: The two former head prefects were always destined for success.15 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSchool board backdown: Government set to abandon hub proposalEducation 'hubs' no longer expected to take control of schools.10 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMoney for toilet paper or teacher aides: The dilemma facing NZ schoolsTeacher aide airs her frustrations at being undervalued and underpaid.25 Oct 05:17 PM
New Zealand'Undemocratic': National hits out at 'exemptions' on school donations reportThe minister would be able to make exemptions and impose extra conditions on the scheme14 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Despondent' principals to vote on strikePrincipal earns $250 a week less than her deputy.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSour welcome: 1776 new teachers underpaidMinistry of Education appears to have breached minimum wage law for 1776 teachers.31 Jul 05:17 AM
New ZealandPrincipals call 'day of action' on August 9Principals want parents and children to wear green in a show of support.29 Jul 02:39 AM
New ZealandChildcare fees may rise as staff pay soarsEarly childhood relief teacher pay leaps above $45 due to teacher shortage.09 Jul 12:30 AM
New ZealandPrincipals ban working with ministryPrincipals have voted to stop co-operation with the ministry from July 8 to August 16.03 Jul 11:32 PM
New ZealandSchool camps saved: Parents will still paySchools can charge for camps and still get a $150 grant.03 Jul 03:41 AM
New ZealandHipkins: Teachers' pay offer 'the final deal'Education Minister says there's no more money for primary principals.26 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandTeachers accept Govt's pay deal, but principals reject itPrimary teachers accept pay deal, but primary principals reject it.25 Jun 09:38 PM
New ZealandNon-union teachers angry at pay rise delayUnusual three-month delay in pay rises angers non-union teachers.15 Jun 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTeachers' deal may cost as much as a Poseidon aircraftSettling the teachers' dispute could cost almost as much as a Poseidon aircraft.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurprise move: Striking teachers get paidMinistry lays ground for talks by agreeing to pay striking teachers.04 Jun 02:52 AM
New ZealandTeacher action starts today with Year 9 studentsSecondary teachers refuse to teach Year 9 students today despite talks.03 Jun 07:45 PM
New ZealandSecondary teachers to strike again on TuesdayThe PPTA's strike action for secondary teachers is due to kick off from Tuesday.30 May 04:18 AM
New ZealandTeachers look for 'creative solution': 'We can't continue like this'Teachers may have to settle for progress over several years, not immediately.29 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeachers vow to strike again if they don't get a better dealTeachers take to the picket line, with some students also showing their support.29 May 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionComment: Mum's fairness lesson in teachers' strikeCOMMENT: An open letter to Ministry of Education deputy secretary Ellen MacGregor-Reid.28 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo talks: Most schools to close for strikeNo date for talks has been set yet, forcing most schools to close for tomorrow's strike.27 May 11:15 PM
New ZealandLow-income parents back higher teacher payAt least 20 parents from decile-1 May Rd School will march up Queen St with teachers.26 May 05:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTeachers refused NZ residence due to low payBest of 2019: South African teaching couple refused NZ residence because pay is too low.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandUrgent talks granted on teacher pay claimsEmployment Relations Authority will hear teachers' case again.23 May 01:56 AM
New Zealand2300 area school teachers to join colleagues in mega-strike"Full steam ahead" for teachers' mega-strike next Wednesday.22 May 11:15 PM