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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

Opinion

Will’s Word: It’s a free lunch, not a five-star buffet

Calls to scrap Compass Group miss the bigger picture - children are being fed, and that should count for something.

William TeriteWed, 26 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

Opinion

Will’s Word: A ‘refreshed’ school lunch scheme? More like ‘expired’

Libelle Group has gone bust, meals are late or inedible, and the Ministry of Education is shrugging from the sidelines - William Terite says the Government’s mess needs urgent solutions.

William TeriteWed, 12 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

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

No end in sight to Auckland’s school lunch crisis

While most schools in Tāmaki Makaurau have returned to full attendance, delivery and communication problems continue to plague the free school lunch programme.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 08 Feb

Education

'Our students deserve better than this. We will not back off'

The free lunch programme has come under intense scrutiny following delivery delays. McAuley High School in Ōtāhuhu says the disruptions are unacceptable.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 01 Feb

Opinion

Will’s Word: Seymour’s school lunch spin isn’t cutting it

Associate Education Minister David Seymour insists it’s just teething issues, but William Terite asks whether that's good enough when children’s nutrition is on the line?

William TeriteFri, 31 Jan

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