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Papua New Guinea language week celebrated in NZ
It's Papua New Guinea Pidgin Language Week in Aotearoa New Zealand. Audio
Educators call for compulsory second-language classes
Recommendation comes amid government moves to mandate a new structured literacy curriculum nationwide.
The shifting sands of second language options in NZ schools
Ministry of Education data shows a shift away from learning Euro-centric languages to te reo Māori and Asian languages in public schools.
It’s ok to make mistakes - cooking show aims to inspire te reo learners
A pilot cooking comedy in te reo Māori hopes to provide a safe place for learners to make mistakes.
Language opportunities for the next generation of Kiwi Indians
Community organisations offer language classes to preserve cultural identity.
Do AI tools discourage language learning?
Opinion -While AI translation might bridge language barriers it is important to be clear about the benefits and challenges it presents, Elba Ramirez writes.
Meet the Chinese New Zealanders using language to reconnect with their roots
As the community marks Chinese Language Week, some are trying to resolve the jumbled feelings they have about retaining their native language.
Chinese New Zealanders embrace te reo Māori journey
Learning a new language helps individuals to understand domestic perspectives while also reconnecting with their own cultural heritage.
The Panel with Zoe George and Phil O'Reilly (Part 2)
Today on the panel Wallace and panellists Zoe George and Phil O'Reilly ask what the future holds, especially for young people. And, NZ Rugby calls abuse of sports unacceptable and concerning" - we… Audio
National puts second-language bill on the back burner
The National Party appears to be deprioritising a key language bill it once championed if it can form a government after the election next month.
