Hundreds of schools have not filed targets for achievement demanded.

Decisions on the future of Christchurch's quake-hit schools will depend on the relocation plans of the city's red-zone residents.

Sizable aftershocks are continuing to shake Christchurch today, as the Prime Minister says authorities need time to sort out what parts of the city will be abandoned due to quake damage.

Low completion rates and questions over funding claims prompt sweeping review of $180m system.

Early education taskforce says parents need extra support to get back to work.

A new review says some groups' lack of participation in early childhood education needs to be addressed.

Childcare managers made false claims about where they worked that helped the country's largest daycare company boost its taxpayer funding to $60 million, documents show.

Christchurch rebuild, leaky-home repairs will be pressure points.

Over-55s wanting to retrain or upskill being sent wrong message, say critics.

National Standards, broadband get more but unions say parents will fund gap.

Savings include KiwiSaver clawbacks while big spend is on quake and education.