Education
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.
Waikato teacher fired over misconduct allegations to return to work
A former representative rugby player fired from his teaching role for alleged serious misconduct during an U15 rugby trip has been reinstated.
Students left in 'a fluster' over options after failing NCEA tests
Principals say some school-leavers will have to rethink their plans after failing critical NCEA literacy and numeracy tests. Audio
Thousands of students failed numeracy, reading and writing tests
Principals say some school-leavers will have to rethink their plans after failing critical NCEA literacy and numeracy tests. Thousands of students failed the numeracy, reading, and writing tests and… Audio
Victoria University unveils multi-million Ngā Mokopuna building on anniversary
The eco-friendly, self-sustainable building is just the second in Aotearoa built to a 'living building' standard which takes a year to achieve.
Nearly half of students fail literacy, numeracy tests
The results show at least 39,000 students are ineligible for an NCEA certificate - but most will get another chance. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 6 December 2024
On today's episode, 45 percent of NCEA students failed this year's online numeracy tests, Police leadership says hitting the target of 500 more officers by November is "very, very challenging" and may… Audio
French school among five new charter schools on way for 2025
A secondary school with a focus on the creative arts and a school providing immersion education in te re Māori are also on the list.
Being the best dad you can be
While many fathers naturally grow into the job of dad, some new fathers are uncertain what their role should be and how they can best parent their child. Research shows that having an engaged and… Audio
'Just ill-informed': Anger as all Marsden Fund humanities research cut
Academics says the changes are short-sighted, but a business group says it will boost productivity. Audio
Boys bring NZ higher in maths and science scores
New Zealand's scores in a major international maths and science test have increased for the first time in a decade, thanks to the efforts of this country's boys. Audio
NZ scores in international maths test improve
New Zealand's scores in the Trends in International Maths and Science Study have improved and it's thanks to boys. Education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Govt makes cuts to the Marsden Fund research grant
An archaeology professor at the University of Otago is joining voices of opposition to an announcement of cuts to the Marsden Fund. University of Otago Palaeogenetics Laboratory director Professor Nic… Audio
Waimate school blindsided by news drinking water off limits
The local council issued a Do Not Drink notice on Monday after nitrate levels exceeded the acceptable levels of 50 milligrams per litre of water, posing a risk to people particularly pregnant women… Audio
Changes to education in NZ opening the door to private interests
The government should not outsource the responsibility of education to private business, Karen Nairn and Susan Sandretto write.
