Iwi leaders are delighted at the government's plan to make New Zealand history compulsory in all primary and secondary schools by 2022.
Meanwhile, earlier this week the Prime Minister's Excellence in Education Awards were announced and one of the winners is Holy Family School in Porirua who have won the Excellence in Engaging Award.
Principal Chris Theobald talks with Karyn about winning their award and including New Zealand history in primary and secondary schools' curriculum.
Principal Chris Theobald has lead award winning Holy Family School in Porirua and is now the new principal of Bishop Viard College. Photo: RNZ / John Gerritsen
