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Ambitious teenager aims to bring Māngere's voice to Parliament

Marques Tominiko is ready to serve his community as Māngere's Youth MP, championing education and empowering young people.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 26 Mar

Education

Pacific academic slams sex-ed rollback for ignoring cultural needs

Dr Analosa Veukiso-Ulugia says the recent changes to sex education are driven by fear rather than education and fail to consider Pacific cultural values.

Khalia StrongTue, 18 Mar

Education

Teachers call for national action to address bullying

Chris Abercrombie, of the Post Primary Teachers’ Association, says bullying in school is a collective issue that requires community involvement.

Sariah MagaoaMon, 17 Mar

Loopy Tunes sister act Leah Williams-Partington (left) and Siu Williams-Lemi are helping normalise Māori and Pacific languages across the motu and beyond.

Education •

Tonga

Loopy Tunes releases new waiata for bilingual Matariki album

Christchurch-based sisters continue their mission to normalise indigenous languages among children.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 14 Mar

Education

Auckland schools express concern over future of free lunch programme

The liquidation of Libelle Group, a major provider for school lunches, has school officials worried about the stability and quality of meals.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 11 Mar

Education

Charter schools on the rise amid debate

Jane Lee, chief executive Charter Schools Agency, addresses gaps in the mainstream education system, particularly for Māori and Pasifika students.

Sariah MagaoaWed, 05 Mar

Education

NCEA reforms under fire: Principals warn of Māori-Pacific student disadvantage

Most students from disadvantaged schools are failing the new NCEA literacy and numeracy tests, as educators blame the format, not student ability, calling for urgent change.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 04 Mar

Education

Pacific university students level up with prep course

Hundreds of indigenous and Pacific students kick off their tertiary journey with confidence, thanks to a summer bridging course designed to ease their transition to uni life.

Khalia StrongMon, 03 Mar

Education

De La Salle College trio defy stereotypes with historic debate win

Drawing on their Pacific and Māori heritage, the team tackles China relations in the region, proving that young voices belong in global discussions.

'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 28 Feb

Education •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Breaking the cycle: Teachers urged to confront bias in classrooms

Educator and researcher Anton Blank has developed a resource to address unconscious bias in the classroom.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 27 Feb

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