Education

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

We Can Keep Safe programme expands in BOP

An 'invaluable” personal safety programme for preschoolers will expand in Bay of Plenty and Waikato after a nearly $1 million funding injection from a... Read More

Meet the people behind Tauranga’s $128m museum

Tauranga's first museum will open in 2028, but work on it has already begun. Local Democracy Reporting toured the city's heritage collection and met the people... Read More

Katikati College returns with a jump in enrolments

Katikati's Park Rd will soon be bustling with tweens and teens as they make their way back to school. Katikati College returns on February 5 (for Year 7 and... Read More

Targeted maths trial to boost student success

Students struggling with maths are set to benefit from a targeted acceleration programme designed to build confidence in the classroom, said. 'Last year,... Read More