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The latest Northland news in brief.
Christchurch schools lockdown lifts: police hunt last suspect
The suspect is said to not be a threat to members of the public, according to police.
'We need help' - principals plea for counsellors to be funded
Principals say children are coming into school with a lot of trauma.
Best of 2019: 'Today's my day to wear the shoes, so I come to school'
'The level of hardship seems to be getting worse,' says KidsCan boss.
Local Focus: Parkvale School centenary a friendship celebration
Parkvale School Centenary Celebrations. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
School's shocking award for student causes outrage
The parents attended the ceremony and were shocked when they heard about the award.
Teacher's diary: 'I'm an educator, coach, shoulder to cry on, a leader and a learner'
'I can understand why teachers are leaving... they cannot carry on with the pressures.'
Secondary teachers to strike again on Tuesday
The PPTA's strike action for secondary teachers is due to kick off from Tuesday.
Paul Goulter: Primary schools feel the funding squeeze
'A wake-up call to those who believe statements about billions being spent on education.'
Omakere School pitches in for planting day
Students are exploring options and finding ways to take action for a sustainable future.
Editorial: Warnings for Govt as Strike Nation takes hold
EDITORIAL: National is peppering the Government over spending.
Teachers' mega-strike: What to do with your kids today
"The useful thing is that this has been well signalled."
A day in the life of a Taumata School teacher
The Bay of Plenty Times met Tauranga teacher Dan Priest to get the feel of a typical day.
Headphones causing alarming rates of hearing loss in kids
Hearing loss rates among Auckland students were double the global average, a study found.
Day in the life of a teacher: Five Kiwis tell their stories
Around 50,000 teachers are ready to strike.
Mega teachers' strike: All you need to know
Teachers are striking again next week - here's a guide to the issues.
Mega-strike: Teachers break down in tears over workloads
Teachers are waking up at 4.30am to tackle the mountain of paperwork.
Teacher's diary: '18 hour day, only 30min with my family'
A primary school principal runs through his day as 50,000 teachers prepare to strike.
Teacher's diary: 'Woke at 4.30am worrying about workload'
Some teachers get up at 4.30am in a bid to tackle their increasing workload.
Teacher's diary: Work not finished at 10pm
50,000 teachers are preparing to strike - here's a look at one teacher's typical workload.
Mosque attacks prompt review of school lockdowns
More schools are getting lockdown training and expert advice after the mosque attacks.
Editorial: Stopping bullying in schools starts at home
EDITORIAL: The ultimate responsibility for teaching values lies with parents & caregivers.
Focus Live: NCEA overhaul - more emphasis on exams, literacy and numeracy
Focus Live: NCEA overhaul - more emphasis on exams, literacy and numeracy
Teachers mega-strike: Some schools may still open
Confusion remains high for parents as an unprecedented day of strike action looms.
Bullying in schools: A blight on society
More than a third of students are still being bullied even in the "best" schools.
Schools mega-strike to impact 800,000: Govt won't budge
The first combined all-schools strike will take place on Wednesday, May 29.
P babies: 'He was aggressive ... like the Incredible Hulk'
Aggression and delays in learning problems for kids exposed to drug in early years.
French sheep join country school's class action
15 sheep have been enrolled at a primary school to save classes threatened with closure.
Principals speak about violence and threats in schools
Principals say they need a range of support measures to cope with mounting violence.
Modern learning: It's reading, but not as we knew it
Learning to read is all about understanding, not rote learning.
Gang tension: School's safety moves over Killer Beez, Tribesmen
School warns parents not to leave children unattended at gates.
'One of the best': Inspirational Māori teacher dies suddenly
Rotorua is mourning the loss of adored teacher Shaun Douglas, described as "the best".
Tiny triplets born at 25 weeks have thrived
Molly, Joshua and Cameron are happy, healthy and ready to unleash.