Education
Teachers fear curriculum rewrites will erupt into fierce debates
Politicians' involvement could lead to curriculums becoming about culture war issues, rather than what's best to teach, PPTA president says.
More than 1500 students attend Wiki Hā in Christchurch
More than 1500 students from kura across the country are in Christchurch this week for a celebration of sport and te reo. Māori Issues Reporter Pokere Paewai went along. Audio
'Can't all be winners': Who should be recognised at school prize giving?
It's important for children to learn how to lose well, but it doesn't mean they have not done well at school, a principal says. Audio
New Zealand men main reason for bad slump in literacy, numeracy test
And an educator says she is not surprised.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 December 2024
In today's episode, a network outage at Auckland Airport that caused massive queues and delays for some international flights has been resolved - but that hasn't allayed all travellers problems, New… Audio
Literacy and numeracy skills in adults decline rapidly
New Zealand adults' skills in literacy and numeracy have rapidly declined over the past eight years. BusinessNZ's manager education, skills & immigration Rachel Simpson spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
NZ tumbles in global literacy, maths rankings
New Zealand adults' literacy and numeracy scores in the OECD dropped significantly in the past eight years. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 11 December 2024
On today's episode, Labour Leader Chris Hipkins is sceptical any option to replace the inter-island ferries will end up costing less than his government's iRex project, Parliament has rushed through… Audio
Survey shows adult literacy and numeracy rates in NZ declining
After years of declining results for teenagers in international maths and reading tests it is time for New Zealand's adults to hang their heads in shame. Education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke… Audio
Wiki Hā: More than 1500 students in Christchurch for celebration of sport and te reo
One of the biggest events on the Māori school calendar is on now in Ōtautahi/Christchurch.
The Panel with Andrew Clay and Cindy Mitchener (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Andrew Clay and Cindy Mitchener discuss the announcement that greyhound racing will be banned in New Zealand and a new report detailing… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 10 December 2024
Today on the pre-panel Wallace Chapman and Emile Donovan preview tonight's show. Also, producer Sam Hollis joins the chat to discuss the Golden Globe nominations. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 10 December 2024
In today's episode, popular Wellington cafe Olive is closing after 20 years and is set to be revamped by new business owners from the Thistle Inn in Thorndon, the Tokoroa community came together last… Audio
Sexual health educators call for change of sex ed approach
Sexual health educators say the current lessons are outdated and need a national approach - not clouded by what local communities or parents think is appropriate. Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa's director… Audio
School sex ed plans derailed by bigotry, threats of violence
Schools should not be required to consult parents about the content of sexuality lessons, an ERO report says
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 10 December
On today's episode, the government is promising a swathe of changes to bolster Kiwibank and bring about more competition in the banking sector, emergency teams have been sent to Saydnaya prison… Audio
Misinformation, bigotry hamper sex ed lessons: Report
The Education Review Office says schools should not be required to consult parents about the content of relationships and sexuality lessons. ERO Education Evaluation Centre head Ruth Shinoda spoke to… Audio
Simple, Free Ways to Boost Wellbeing
Fancy a bit of pampering and self-care? It doesn't have to mean expensive beauty treatments. Katy Gosset talks to a public health specialist about simple, free ways we can all boost our well-being. Audio
NZ's oldest uni marae reawakened after years-long closure
The marae will again provide "shelter and warmth" to students, as it has done for nearly four decades.
Ōtara boys club empowers future leaders
The Adullam Boys Club appealed to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board for continued funding support this week.
