Education
Auckland uni needs to prove 'they are protecting freedom of speech' - student
A University of Auckland student says she's been in the dark after an investigation into an altercation on campus that left her on the ground.
Secondary principals abandon pay talks with Education Ministry
Secondary school principals are considering industrial action after the groups representing principals abandoned the negotiations.
Secondary principals abandon pay talks, consider strikes
The government is facing the prospect of yet more strikes in schools.
Secondary principals have walked away from their pay talks with the Education Ministry, with unions saying it doesn't have enough… Audio
Outdoors "classroom" needs a new home
In 2014 teacher Kevin Powell realised his passion was outside the classroom. So he and his wife Jane decided to open a hands-on, outdoors classroom where children could learn about farming, food, and… Audio, Gallery
The long wait for driver-less cars and deep fakes get deeper
Technology commentator Mark Pesce reports on why it's taking longer than expected to deliver on driver-less cars. Driving, as it turns out, is a very human problem. Audio
The health science diploma with a Māori worldview
A Rotorua-based polytechnic is trying to turn around the region's poor health outcomes by offering the first health science diploma with a Māori worldview.
Quarantine advised for students exposed to measles
Students from two Auckland high schools have been exposed to measles and principals are advising unvaccinated children be quarantined.
Price tag puts govt off university merger
A multi-million price tag has killed government support for a proposed partnership between Lincoln and Canterbury universities.
Poor results lead to funding cuts for education providers
A wānanga and a university were among 20 institutions threatened with $9m in funding cuts because of their poor results for Māori and Pasifika students, the Tertiary Education Commission says.
Do we need more men teaching in early childcare?
New Zealand has one of the lowest rates of male early childhood teachers in the developed world. Russell Ballantyne from the Men in Early Childcare Network joins us to explain why it's a problem, and… Audio
Riding High in the Saddle
Liz Duke is the riders co-ordinator and head coach at North Canterbury Riding for the Disabled. Her team of equine volunteers provide riding activities that increase the ability, strength and… Audio, Gallery
Riding High in the Saddle
Liz Duke is the riders co-ordinator and head coach at North Canterbury Riding for the Disabled. Her team of equine volunteers provide riding activities that increase the ability, strength and…
AudioEarly childhood education standards too low - researcher
Parents cannot trust the early childhood licensing and regulatory system to ensure the quality of their child's centre, a researcher has warned.
Inspiring student wins education award after overcoming odds
Community leaders in South Auckland are praising a Samoan Niuean student for overcoming extraordinary circumstances to pursue her education. Te'i Tuiasau, a 4th year student at Manukau Institute of… Video, Audio
Auckland cycleway fix in the slow lane
An Auckland school principal says it's only a matter of time before a child is seriously hurt as Auckland Transport drags its heels fixing a dangerous cycleway.
Backtrack boys. Saving troubled teens with working dogs
Keeping troubled teens - "alive, out of jail and to help them chase their hopes and dreams" is how Bernie Shakeshaft describes his mission. Video, Audio, Gallery
Govt's concern at Beijing's interference 'significant' - Brady
The Prime Minister has confirmed government officials have raised concerns with China's embassy about its support for opposition to Hong Kong protestors in New Zealand and comments suggesting rallies… Audio
Principals' six-week boycott delays support for some students
Primary and intermediate school principals' boycott of the Education Ministry has delayed support for some students, the ministry says.
Education: Principals' boycott delays Ministry decisions
Primary and intermediate school principals say their refusal to cooperate with the Education Ministry is putting the ministry under pressure.
Educational Institute members started the boycott in July… Audio
Auckland Grammar's hair fight
A 13-year-old boy is taking his school to court over their rules about hair length. Stuff reports James Hunt was stood down from Auckland Grammar for one day for refusing to cut his shoulder-length… Audio
