New ZealandEducation crisis: How bad has the system become and what can be done to repair it?Parents around the country are concerned about the quality of our education system.10 Jan 07:10 AM
EducationGovt accused of ‘conspiracy’ thinking in sex education changesTeachers union says no consultation or guidance over planned changes to sex education.09 Jan 09:25 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBiggest foreign investment deals of 2023Which countries are most active, what sectors are they buying in and what prices are paid?29 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Making a difference': Rosemary Cathcart made an officer of the NZ Order of MeritCathcart has spent 40 years working towards better education outcomes for gifted children.29 Dec 04:00 PM
RoyalsFormer Parliament speaker among 151 recognised in New Year HonoursWell-known athletes, film stars and broadcasters are on the list.29 Dec 04:00 PM
EducationDr Cherie Chu-Fuluifaga recognised for work in education“Never in my lifetime I thought I would be getting this type of honour.”29 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Marginal’ evidence to show school phone ban lifts achievement, ministry saysThe Ministry of Education has warned schools might push back on cellphone ban.21 Dec 04:47 AM
New ZealandTwo Eastern Hutt School pupils among those hurt in Wellington tornadoThe school was in the path of the tornado, which collapsed buildings and flooded streets.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy 'legend' high school cricket coach refused a funeral after cancer battleDavid Biddick died of brain cancer on November 30. This is his extraordinary legacy.12 Dec 06:59 AM
New ZealandThe plight of ECE teachers: 'Maybe we’re not whinging enough'"We’ve got a serious shortage of staff - why would you want to work for $10,000 less?"08 Dec 05:49 PM
New ZealandTwo Hamilton schools to be replaced by oneMelville High and Melville Intermediate to be replaced by one college.06 Dec 08:55 PM
Kahu'Ticking boxes': Return of charter schools tempting due to MoE red tapeThe principal of a former flagship charter school is considering switching back.05 Dec 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careProperty Insider: Catholic college in Drury to open; Downtown Carpark alternativeSt Ignatius of Loyola to have nearly 340 pupils when it opens in February.05 Dec 02:20 AM
LifestyleOpinion: Health and education are closely linked - NZ needs to integrate them more in primary schoolsMany NZ children face health and education challenges. Would a holistic approach help?25 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandStudent roulette: Online gambling by pupils at NZ secondary schools ‘concerning’A Herald investigation revealed the extent of students' gambling during school hours.20 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandScience curriculum that 'shocked' teachers on hold ahead of new govtTeachers are both pleased and frustrated that the planned curriculum has been bumped back.15 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBanks say $198m lost to scams; Netsafe calls for anti-scam centreNetsafe survey finds $2.1 billion in total losses; banks ready key new security measure.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore than half of students not attending school regularly, new data showsSchool attendance for term 2 this year was markedly down on the previous term.09 Nov 02:47 AM
New ZealandState of the nation in nine charts: What country is Luxon inheriting?Economist: Strong domestic inflation pressures are expected for some time yet.06 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandAnxiety in public service, literacy support down and Guy Fawkes pet plan| Focus Morning Bulletin November 2, 2023Half a million ballots uncounted - Luxon may need NZ First, 30% drop in literacy support via Reading Recovery in last 3 years and owners are being urged to have a pet plan as Guy Fawkes rolls around. Video / NZ Herald / AP / GettyWatch01 Nov 07:29 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely not safe': School slammed after science experiment ends in skin graftAn industrial chemist said the school should not be sending sodium hydroxide into homes.31 Oct 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareOpinion: Localism - the common thread in New Zealand's emerging coalitionOPINION: A solid foundation for the new Government.25 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandReading wars: Less than 40 per cent of schools offer Reading RecoveryThe uptake of Reading Recovery has hit a record low.23 Oct 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPost-election deals: Priorities and bottom lines, where National might be pushedBottom lines, priorities, and leverage - who holds the cards and how will they be played?20 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 40 per cent of students fail NCEA writing and maths testsAn Auckland principal said there was 'definitely a literacy and numeracy issue'.04 Oct 12:49 AM
New Zealand'Stop our children being a political rugby ball': Teacher's message to candidatesOne teacher believes a lack of a cross-party shared vision is 'destroying our future'.27 Sep 10:27 PM
New ZealandSchool drop-out 'crisis': Kids as young as 12 leaving school in search of work'We’re really heading toward a significant crisis event.'25 Sep 06:23 PM
PoliticsElection 2023: Act vows to cut funding for poorly-performing ECEsThe party also wants to rank all schools using standardised tests, which is controversial.20 Sep 12:52 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeUnder-reporting: Netsafe says online fraud actually costs Kiwis $470m per yearThe cost has doubled since a 2018 report; Netsafe funding and oversight changes are eyed.19 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeat limits needed to protect vulnerable, climate researcher saysAs temperatures rise, more people will be at risk from heat stress during extreme seasons.17 Sep 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCoalition collision? Audrey Young on the tensions between National and ActOPINION: The Treaty of Waitangi referendum is likely to be the most problematic issue.17 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: Christopher Luxon and the truth about schoolsOPINION: Schools have enough problems without having to deal with politicians' bad data.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Labour's Jan Tinetti on Candidate CameraTransport, skill shortages and equal access to Tauranga are important issues for Tinetti.10 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandBongard Centre no longer being considered for social housing, uni expresses 'interest'University of Waikato may pick up building Kāinga Ora no longer wants.08 Sep 04:00 PM
