New ZealandMinistry removes clause restricting schools from talking about new lunch programme'If schools want to speak about their school lunches ... they are free to do so.'31 Jan 12:34 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDavid Seymour's free school lunches: A restaurant critic's verdict'It was a container of sadness and carrots.'30 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Didn’t look good’: Parents upset at ‘unidentifiable’ kids' lunchesParents reported that school lunches were late to arrive and 'went into the rubbish'.30 Jan 07:05 AM
New Zealand'Bland' school lunches arrive up to three hours late, just before home-timePrincipals had to buy food to tide students over or pull them out of class to eat late.30 Jan 03:32 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: New Year Honours List shows the exceptional Kiwis who stepped up in 2024OPINION: If you're thinking of how you want to change, there's plenty of inspiration.30 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuNew report highlights success of Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch programmeReview praises Ka Ora, Ka Ako for boosting Māori student engagement and wellbeing.01 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandSchools brace for impact of new lunch schemeDaily Charitable Trust loses 83% of lunch contracts in Te Puke, affecting meals and jobs.27 Nov 03:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJunk food fail: Just how unhealthy are NZ’s school tuck shops?Our intermediate and secondary schools have received a fail grade for healthy menus.17 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandUp to 2000 people could lose jobs over school lunch changesCommunity group blindsided that their lunch contract is not being extended.31 Oct 02:20 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Next on the menu – healthy $3 lunches for MPsOPINION: 'Currently the price of a meal at Bellamys is between $35 and $60.'23 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsChicken katsu, butter chicken, lasagne: David Seymour’s new $3 school lunches revealedThe new lunch programme starts in Term 1, 2025.22 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: David Seymour reviews new school lunchesDavid Seymour tasting the new school lunches before speaking to the mediaWatch21 Oct 11:21 PM
New Zealand80% of Whanganui schools serve breakfast to students'If you’re not fed or nourished, you can’t learn.'25 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFive tips for making a school lunch your kid will actually eatNew York Times: A few tweaks can help you pack lunches that come home eaten.25 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandWhat’s for lunch? Samples of new healthy school lunches revealedLunches are expected to be delivered at $3 per meal.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 50% of NZ schools to implement enrolment zonesEducation Ministry briefing shows it expects to add 61 new zones by 2025.07 Aug 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSir Ian Taylor: David Seymour's stance on school lunches 'ridiculously divisive'OPINION: For many children, school meals are the only meals they can look forward to.16 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Make school lunches the norm and you’ll get rid of the stigmaWhen school lunches for children becomes normal, there's no stigma20 May 07:26 PM
New ZealandNew school lunch model could cut out kaupapa Māori suppliersWhanganui contractor says revamp could disadvantage smaller-scale food businesses.16 May 02:44 AM
LifestyleCan you really provide meals for teens for $3 a pop?David Seymour says a well-known charity is doing it for $2. The reality is not so simple.14 May 02:50 AM
PoliticsPM in a huff after questions over 'woke food'The Prime Minister did not want to answer questions about which foods were woke.08 May 05:41 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Cut-down version of school lunches risks throwing nutrition and manaakitanga in the binOPINION: Too many don't have a real choice in foods they can provide for their children.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids News: School lunches cut? We ask the kids what they think!Everyone's talking about school lunch programs right now, but what do kids think about it? Kea Kids News reporters AJ and Skylah are bringing the answers from across the country!Watch17 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We're the ones that are saving the school lunch programme' - David SeymourThe Act leader says the Labour Party didn't set aside funds for school lunches after 2024.14 Apr 01:41 AM
New ZealandWhy does David Seymour want to take food from kids? We find out!Kea Kids News reporter Rufus is at the Beehive to ask the tough questions.19 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSchools fear more kids will skip class if free lunches axedEducators say the free meal is the only reason some show up.01 Mar 12:30 AM
The SelectionPrep like a pro: What should you bring to uni?We've curated a list of essentials that can help you navigate university life with ease.16 Feb 02:56 AM
The SelectionThe best back-to-school Amazon dealsGrab quality school supplies to kickstart your children’s school year.26 Jan 02:41 AM
LifestyleHow to pack a healthy and affordable lunch for your kidsLunchboxes should have food for concentration, growth, health and something to drink.24 Jan 12:59 AM
LifestyleBack to school: How to pack healthy lunches that won’t break the bankIt's a big ask, but with some expert tips it can be possible.22 Jan 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCost of free school lunches a hungry hole in Budget 2023Covid money funded free school lunches, now the chicken (wraps) are coming home to roost.15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAnother 14 students unwell after raw chicken meals served at schoolThe lunch provider allegedly provided students with raw chicken meals - more than once.09 Mar 04:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBack to school: How to make lunches your kids will eatA Tawa mum-of-four says the days of a $20 budget for lunch are well and truly over.24 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSchool's in! Prep these 3 easy lunchbox ideasKeep their energy levels up with these tasty wholefood-packed snacks01 Feb 02:05 AM
