Teacher accused of pushing student cleared of wrongdoing at emotional hearing
The tribunal found there was not enough evidence to prove the charge.
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Teachers union tells members to reject pay offer - strikes to begin again
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School tragedy: Popular teen drowned during snorkelling lesson
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Ministry of Education’s school attendance targets are 'unrealistic', school principals say
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Education: Why a Bachelor of Arts degree is a priority not a punchline
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Students get some hands-on advice from Māori health professionals.
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Teachers strike actions suspended after talks with minister
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