New ZealandUnder-fire training strategy put under Govt microscopeLow completion rates and questions over funding claims prompt sweeping review of $180m system.03 Jun 09:04 PM
New ZealandMore help, more costs in childcare planEarly education taskforce says parents need extra support to get back to work.01 Jun 05:30 PM
KahuReport urges strong ECE pushA new review says some groups' lack of participation in early childhood education needs to be addressed.01 Jun 02:45 AM
New ZealandHelp parents choose, urge preschool reviewersTaskforce to advocate better performance reporting so carers can compare centres.30 May 05:30 PM
New Zealand'False claims' lifted fundingChildcare 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.28 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandSkilled labour shortages loom after Budget cutsChristchurch rebuild, leaky-home repairs will be pressure points.26 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandBoost 'doesn't cover inflation'National Standards, broadband get more but unions say parents will fund gap.19 May 05:30 PM
KiwiSaverThey give, and they take awaySavings include KiwiSaver clawbacks while big spend is on quake and education.19 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandLoan cuts for older students attackedOver-55s wanting to retrain or upskill being sent wrong message, say critics.19 May 05:30 PM
Employment$42m earmarked for Canterbury trades trainingNext week's budget will provide up to $42 million for trades training for Canterbury to meet labour demand.12 May 05:08 AM
New ZealandKey blamed for protection squad cost blowoutLabour is accusing John Key of using his police security officers more than he needs to.05 May 05:30 PM