Education

School’s back, and so are the buses

The Ministry of Education and the Bus and Coach Association are reminding caregivers and road users that with schools starting back, so too are the school buses.... Read More

Teacher shortage leaves schools scrambling

Less than a week away from the first students of the year heading back to school, some principals are still crying out for staff to fill final roles. Meanwhile,... Read More

Skies and seas camp inspires women in stem

The Royal New Zealand Air Force and Royal New Zealand Navy have joined forces to support teachers and encourage more young women into Science, Technology, Engineering... Read More

Tauranga history talks before 160th commemoration

Three talks that highlight the most significant events in the history of Tauranga city are being held this coming week. Featuring historical experts, the... Read More

Aiming to protect communities against wildfires

Researchers are building models to give more accurate predictions of where large wildfires could spread as they burn. Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University... Read More

More primary school students stood down for vaping

Vaping and smoking are bigger issues in primary schools than secondary schools in many parts of New Zealand, government figures have revealed. Last year,... Read More

School abuse probe: Ombundsman releases ruling

A man who was sexually abused by his teacher says the school's investigation was a sham, with 'skulduggery and secrecy” to protect 'reputation... Read More

A year away for 17-year-old students

Imagine being 17 years old and heading off to another country for an entire year by yourself. That's what three incredibly brave local students are doing... Read More

$30k is being donated to Katikati charity

A Bay of Plenty organisation helping those with disabilities to fully integrate into the local community will receive a $30,000 grant from BayTrust which guarantees... Read More

Business backlash to parking concerns

In a move that has left local business owners in a Tauranga shopping plaza feeling blindsided, Tauranga City Council is proceeding with plans to remove roadside... Read More

Visa delays: Flight school enrolments plummet

Long wait times for international student visas have local flight training schools on the brink of collapse, Aviation New Zealand says. Chief executive Simon... Read More

Government changes to sex education

The union representing primary school teachers says there still has not been any consultation or guidance from the government over planned changes to the sex... Read More