'We’ve made our decision': Top school pilots NCEA alternative
The school's principal says the new programme encourages development.
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News snippets from the Far North.
'Concerns': Alcohol companies give uni students free booze in exchange for social media shout-outs
One company allegedly provided a student party with over 100 litres of free alcohol.
Toga party marks the start of student life at the University of Otago
The party is the first major event on the student calendar in Dunedin.
'The happiness of meeting again': Dannevirke High School reunion set to reunite old friends
Dannevirke High School alumni to descend for reunion.
'So happy': Facebook Lost & Found group finds stolen lab notes
'I can’t describe how relieved I was.'
Māori immersion school moving in sparks controversy in tight-knit community
Residents claimed the move will create stormwater, noise, sewerage and traffic issues.
It's chaos: What parents need to know about Dunedin’s student flats
Student flats will be a shock to parents visiting for the first time.
Police probe after nearly 300 bottles of alcohol supplied to student flat
Liquor company allegedly sought promotion on social media in exchange for booze.
Prep like a pro: What should you bring to uni?
We've curated a list of essentials that can help you navigate university life with ease.
Alcoholic lemonade given to Dunedin students frustrates police
Company gave free alcoholic lemonade to a student party on Castle St.
Govt scheme just the ticket for Hunterville vet
'I just fell in love with the clinic here.'
Parents lay complaint over school's alleged over-sedation of epileptic son
Spencer Cauty received more than 10 doses of sedative at school 'unnecessarily'.
Cecilia Robinson: Back to school and back to basics
OPINION: Changes lay groundwork for a more enriching learning journey - but need support.
Jamie Beaton: NZ needs to 'destroy' tall poppy syndrome
Entrepreneur talks about his hopes for the education sector.
‘Conveyor belt’ education system short-changing neurodiverse kids, says career coach
'We’re firing a shotgun of ideas and hoping something grabs.'
Editorial: Govt needs to turn tide in educational achievement
The Government can’t sit on its hands and needs to show a comprehensive plan.
'Numerous risk factors': Nurse issues meningococcal warning as school resumes
Caryn Williams says many factors contribute to young adults being at risk.
The best back-to-school Amazon deals
Grab quality school supplies to kickstart your children’s school year.
Back to school: Dropping the kids off on the family bike
Richie Russell thinks more people should start cycling their kids to school.
Letters: Unmasking Covid complacency; one school uniform for all of NZ
OPINION: For those over 60, Covid can be debilitating and lethal.
Tauranga students worried about university chances after NCEA results error
He has already been told he might have to add extra time to his degree due to the error.
Kāpiti College student claims podium spot in national running competition
Jack Gregory did well in the NZ Secondary Schools Athletic Championships.
New Zealand Opera School vocal coach shares the secret to singing
Without self-discipline and hard work, you’ll never make it as a professional singer.
Education 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.
Is your child refusing to go to school? Here's how you can help
How can families use the holidays to lay the groundwork for a more positive school year?
Time to choose a career? A psychologist offers tips on the journey after high school
Knowing when and from whom to ask for help can make a big difference.
Vital reason children need to learn to count
When children start school they learn to count to 10, but why is it important?
Boxing Day sales down, Israel attacks intensify and more young people are choosing apprenticeships over degrees
Data shows Boxing Day sales were down this year, Israel has intensified its bombardment of Gaza and more young people are choosing apprenticeships over degrees. Video / AP / NZHerald
Ready to move: Kāinga Ora collects homes built for them by schoolkids
Just like the Year 13 students that built them, these houses are leaving school.
Govt ban on sex ed a move back to the 'dark ages', educator says
There are concerns about teaching variability, age appropriateness and parental consent.
Two Eastern Hutt School pupils among those hurt in Wellington tornado
The school was in the path of the tornado, which collapsed buildings and flooded streets.
Second time lucky for St Anne's as Hurricanes come to town
“This is an awesome opportunity for them and a great way to finish the year".
Watch: Salt and squeals as Girls' High leavers sprint into the sea in uniform
Mia Halstead said her year group wanted to go out on a high.