Education Minister Erica Stanford says her relationship with teacher union is ‘excellent’
Stanford made her comments at the annual PPTA meeting.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromNew Zealand
Political Roundup: Do housing assets cause a conflict of interest for wealthy politicians?
OPINION: Luxon has just sold two of his houses, reportedly making a capital gain of $460k.
One slip and it was all over: Hawke's Bay's big race transferred to Te Rapa
When a horse slipped in Race 1 in Hastings on Saturday, it was the beginning of the end,
Realtor made secret commission deal with buyer of $26.5m property, then didn't pay up
Now he's been fined after netting $326,000 in a deal he hid from the vendor and his boss.
Man appears in court following serious assault on police officer
He was charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and with resisting police.
'Felt like rolling': Magnitude 5 earthquake strikes top of South Island, 10,000 feel shake
GeoNet reported "moderate" shaking, with Parliament experiencing noticeable roll.
Drunk women not 'asking for trouble': Rape trial judge debunks 'common misconceptions'
Judge in serial rape trial addresses 'common misconceptions' around sex crimes.
'Conditions picked up and darkness fell': Father, daughter boaties rescued in Hauraki Gulf mission
"It takes a community effort to save lives on the water!"
New national hockey league matches set for Napier
Big year for Hawke's Bay hockey as it prepares to host two games in a new competition.
‘State-of-the-art’: Refurbished children’s unit opens at Rotorua Hospital
Health minister Dr Shane Reti opened unit on Tuesday.
Council starts 'process' to remove beach shelter
Council says the shelter has to come down as it breaches bylaws.
Meet Dan: Life-sized 'unicorn' up for auction
Dan the unicorn from Baazar Boutique is looking for a new home.
Woman attacked sleeping friend for allegedly flirting with her boyfriend
Natasha Birchfield dragged the victim out of bed by the hair, then bit her arm and eyelid.
Govt can't protect property owners' wealth in face of climate change, MPs warn
Committee agrees property values should be allowed to fall to better reflect climate risk.
Worker dies after incident at Port Nelson
The person was located with critical injuries and later died.
Hamilton City Council scraps two hours free parking in CBD
Visitors can now park in the CBD for free for one hour.
Luxon avoids paying up to $70k tax on apartment sale after Govt law change
Luxon’s office would not confirm or deny the price.
Grey Lynn homicide: Police hunt for unidentified witness to teen's death
Maxwel-Dee Repia, 18, died early last month. Two teen boys have charges, one for murder.
Californian artist brings the moa back from extinction
The exhibition is a tribute to those who have been loved and lost.
Artist’s plea to recover stolen art which took 500 hours to sketch
The Napier artist says the stolen artworks are 'like a baby to me'.
Watch: Sparks fly as motorist drives on rims down Auckland motorway
'There's a reason why cars have four tyres', says AA spokesperson.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: October 1st - 3rd
MetService Severe Weather Warning: October 1st - 3rd. Video / Metservice
Hivemind: Why beekeepers should work together
Study finds NZ beekeepers have a wealth of experience but tend to work independently.
Afternoon quiz: Who was the first person to fly solo across the Tasman Sea?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Home-ground 71-17 loss tough watch for Poverty Bay supporters
Poverty Bay had a punishing defeat at the hands of Thames Valley.
'Not going to let the old man in yet': Neville Bowen, Chris Burr win photo competition
'Once the sawdust gets in your veins, it stays in your veins,' the wood chopper said.
Intense downpours to hit NZ, warnings issued for upper north
Auckland has a cloudy Thursday forecast, but heavy rain is tipped for tomorrow.
Warning to boaties as bad weather approaches
Alerts issued ahead of wet weather expected on Wednesday and Thursday.
Kaitāia’s community voices and music students combine for fundraiser
Fundraiser at Kaitāia’s Te Ahu Centre brings out top local singers and musicians.
Opinion: Save the Chateau - the Govt must act to protect our heritage
OPINION: Losing the Chateau would however be more than an aesthetic and cultural tragedy.
Kate Acland talks land use changes on The Country
Kate Acland, Tom Martin, Blair Drysdale, Jim Hopkins, Shane McManaway, Dean Rabbidge.
New project aims to improve VHF, cell coverage after tragic fishing deaths
A new cell tower for Mahia Peninsula would cost about $1.5 million.
Hammer-wielding robber smashes jewellery store cabinets, flees shop on foot with items
Despite an extensive search of the area, police have been unable to find the robber.
Health Minister opens new Rotorua Hospital children's unit
Rotorua Hospital's children's unit has undergone refurbishment. Video / Laura Smith