Education

School rallies after death of hostel student

Rotorua Boys' High School is rallying to support whānau and the wider school community following the death of a hostel student. Emergency services responded... Read More

Should schools have closed on Friday?

Dozens of schools gave their students and some teachers a four-day weekend, choosing not to come back to class on Friday after the Waitangi Day holiday. That... Read More

College’s four-year build project near complete

A four-year project that will double the size of Pāpāmoa College is set to be completed this year. In April 2025 the opening of a wharenui built at the... Read More

Schools having to say 'No' to new students

The principal of Tauranga's fastest-growing school has closed out-of-zone enrolments for bilingual, te reo Māori immersion, and Montessori classes due to 'significant”... Read More

Watch out for the kids!

Bags are packed and school is back! And Police are reminding the country about the need to pay attention on the roads. "Everyone has an important part to... Read More

First charter schools open for 2025

From today the first charter schools will begin teaching. Associate Minister of Education, David Seymour, said that today is a great day for educational achievement... Read More

Ōropi School community rallies after theft

After a devasting break-in at Ōropi School over New Year's, principal Andrew King said the response from the Ōropi community has been 'heart-warming”. 'It's... Read More

AI-powered tool to combat wildfire danger

A new wildfire forecasting system that updates using real-time weather data could help firefighters protect lives and property from a growing global threat. Developed... Read More

Safety when posting back-to-school photos

As thousands of children prepare to head back to school, Police are urging parents to be diligent with their privacy settings before posting photos and videos... Read More

School's back and many kids lack the basics

Thousands of children will start the school year without the essentials - including uniforms, shoes, food and stationery - with teachers warning that feelings... Read More

Asthma spike expected as kids return to school

A spike in asthma-related hospitalisations is expected as children flock through school gates for the start of a new year. Asthma and Respiratory Foundation... Read More

Police: 'keep kids safe as schools start back'

Police are urging families to prioritise the safety of our children who are preparing to head back to school over the coming weeks. "The start of the school... Read More