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Inspiration Education launches in Palmerston North

Thursday, 26 September 2013, 4:08 pm | Inspiration Education Limited

Inspiration Education, a Wellington based High School tutoring service recently expanded its operations into Palmerston North, offering tuition for NCEA subjects including Maths, English, Economics, Accounting and the Sciences. More >>

tago University joins global eduroam™ WiFi service

Thursday, 26 September 2013, 2:38 pm | University of Otago

University of Otago students and staff now enjoy access to a simple, safe, convenient and collaborative wireless network service at thousands of locations worldwide, while visitors to the University can take advantage of the same service here. More >>

Historical poster collection goes online

Thursday, 26 September 2013, 2:35 pm | Victoria University of Wellington

The J. C. Beaglehole Room of the Victoria University of Wellington Library has launched two new online archival resources which provide many insights into trade union and political activity from the 1970s to the 1990s. More >>

My ECE to Help Parents Make Informed Early Education Choices

Thursday, 26 September 2013, 12:25 pm | My ECE

New Zealand’s parents will be better informed about early childhood education with the launch of the My ECE website (www.myece.org.nz) today. More >>

Teachers Offered Ideashare Workshops

Thursday, 26 September 2013, 11:23 am | Eastern Institute of Technology

Design and photography teacher at Sacred Heart College, Ashton Northcott – formerly a top degree student at EIT – uses ideaschool’s laser cutter to create a woodcut. More >>

Free Swim Programme Makes Giant Splash with Schools

Wednesday, 25 September 2013, 4:37 pm | Find Your Field of Dreams Foundation

An 8-year-old Aucklander was the recipient of the Community Swim programme’s 500,000th free swimming lesson today, as the flagship project of Sir John Walker’s Find Your Field of Dreams Foundation (FYFOD) marked a major milestone. More >>

Upper Hutt Youth Dream Big

Wednesday, 25 September 2013, 3:30 pm | Youthtown

Upper Hutt teens now have a place to share their biggest and boldest aspirations, after a simple art project has grown into a unique youth-led community initiative. More >>

Albany Childcare has fun with Mandarin and Spanish

Wednesday, 25 September 2013, 2:34 pm | Kids Planet Childcare

The first term of teaching Preschoolers a second language is wrapping up on a high at Kids Planet Childcare in Albany. More >>

Vans the Omega has time on his side for CPIT wall

Wednesday, 25 September 2013, 1:54 pm | CPIT

He has until lunchtime Friday to finish the first of the Big Walls aspect of the Oi You! project, but Australian street artist Vans the Omega is confident that time is on his side. More >>

UC engineering students design and build racing car for comp

Wednesday, 25 September 2013, 11:59 am | University of Canterbury

University of Canterbury (UC) mechanical engineering students are trialling a racing car they have designed and built themselves to compete in the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers Australasia design competition in Melbourne later this year. More >>

NorthTec Student wins Outstanding Adult Learner Award

Wednesday, 25 September 2013, 11:11 am | North Tec

NorthTec automotive student Curtis Mehana was announced as the Far North winner of the Outstanding Learner Award when the Adult Learners’ Week Awards were presented at the Te Ahu Centre in Kaitaia earlier this month. More >>

Whitireia and the Wgtn Institute of Technology join forces

Wednesday, 25 September 2013, 9:02 am | Joint Press Release

Last night Whitireia and the Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec) jointly hosted industry stakeholders, local government representatives and major Kāpiti businesses at the Whitireia Kāpiti Campus. Invited guests had the opportunity of ... More >>

Kellogg and Nuffield combine resources

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 4:58 pm | Lincoln University

The Nuffield Farming Scholarship Trust and Lincoln University are combining their efforts to improve leadership capability within the rural and primary sectors in New Zealand. The two organisations have agreed to establish a rural leadership consortium ... More >>

School property management needs to fit learning needs

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 4:34 pm | NZEI

NZEI Te Riu Roa says it is important that any changes to the way school property is managed is based around learning and community needs. More >>

Wgtn Zoo and The Warehouse make Zoo learning more accessible

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 3:51 pm | Wellington Zoo

Wellington Zoo is proud to announce a new three-year partnership with The Warehouse to help the Wellington and Tasman regions’ low decile schools visit the Zoo for conservation-based learning programmes. More >>

NMIT Launches First Post-Graduate Level Qualification

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 2:03 pm | Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is offering its first post-graduate level programme with the launch of a new national Post Graduate Diploma in Business Enterprise. More >>

Several national firsts for UC’s School of Law

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 1:16 pm | University of Canterbury

The University of Canterbury (UC) will soon appoint a director of Clinical Legal Studies, the first position of its kind in New Zealand. More >>

Minister needs to be made accountable for lack of support

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 12:26 pm | Pat Newman

Pat Newman, President of Te Tai Tokerau Principals Association wants Minister and her Ministry to be accountable for their lack of support for schools. More >>

Educators shocked at Government takeover threat

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 11:57 am | NZEI

A visiting education expert says the Government’s threat to take over schools where students do not pass National Standards would be disastrous for education. More >>

International Conflict Resolution Expert in Auckland

Tuesday, 24 September 2013, 9:26 am | Kieran Bird

Dr Sharif, an international expert on Conflict Resolution, is in Auckland this week to talk to the New Zealand Institute of Management about ways to bring about inclusivity, empowerment and spiritual transformation. More >>

Last chance to enter national short film competition

Monday, 23 September 2013, 5:22 pm | Wintec

New Zealand secondary school students have two weeks to get their entries in for the country’s biggest short film competition, Cut! . More >>

Rockshop Bandquest 2013

Monday, 23 September 2013, 5:12 pm | Rockshop Bandquest

What’s loud, cute and coming to a stage near you? Dozens of aspiring musos in this year’s Rockshop Bandquest, the nationwide music contest for intermediate and primary students. More >>

Alarm at speed of School Journal privatisation

Monday, 23 September 2013, 5:04 pm | NZEI

There is growing alarm at the speed at which the government is moving to privatise the School Journal. Today is the deadline for private publishers to declare an interest in bidding for the publication – just three weeks since the government announced ... More >>

Auckland duo New Zealand’s new junior Masterchefs

Monday, 23 September 2013, 4:55 pm | Manakau Institute of Technology

Five teams from around the country have competed in a 90 minute `Masterchef-like final` to win the first National Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge at Manukau Institute of Technology’s School of Culinary and Hospitality today. More >>

National Competition 15s Tournament

Monday, 23 September 2013, 4:15 pm | NZRL

The New Zealand Rugby League National Competition 15s tournament kicks off at Bruce Pulman Park, Papakura next Monday. Previously the National Competition 15s teams have toured with the 17s and Premier grades, but this year all seven teams are being ... More >>

Scholarship opens doors to interesting future

Monday, 23 September 2013, 3:30 pm | University of Waikato

He used to work valeting cars. Then he held down a job at The Warehouse. Now Elye Parata has a law degree and is off to Saudi Arabia on a five-year scholarship from King Saud University. More >>

2013 Mother Earth Reward Winners Announced

Monday, 23 September 2013, 12:54 pm | Profile Foods

Three inspiring schools and kindergartens were today announced winners of the 2013 Mother Earth Reward competition [Editors: 23 September 2013]. Naenae Primary School (Lower Hutt), Nelson South Kindergarten (Nelson) and Westport North School (Westport) ... More >>

Environmental activist research wins top prize

Monday, 23 September 2013, 11:58 am | Victoria University of Wellington

A three-minute explanation of how language and power is used to discuss controversial mining operations has won a Victoria University student a top prize. More >>

Greater access to extended residence in the UK possible

Monday, 23 September 2013, 11:02 am | University of Canterbury

London Mayor Boris Johnson’s recent comments about a potential bilateral labour-mobility zone between New Zealand and Britain have raised an intriguing possibility of Kiwis regaining greater access to extended residence in the UK, a University of Canterbury ... More >>

University of Waikato Receives WISE Award

Monday, 23 September 2013, 10:44 am | WISE Awards

The World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) is pleased to announce the six winners of the 2013 WISE Awards. Since 2009 the WISE Awards have helped to disseminate some of the most effective practices in addressing urgent global challenges in education. ... More >>

Waikato work placement supervisors recognised for excellence

Monday, 23 September 2013, 10:37 am | University of Waikato

Three individuals have been recognised for their contribution to the University of Waikato’s science and engineering work placement programme, through awards presented by the University’s Cooperative Education Unit. More >>

Uni celebrates 3,085 qualifications at Spring Graduation

Monday, 23 September 2013, 10:34 am | University of Auckland

Downtown Auckland will take on a celebratory air this week as thousands of graduates and their families converge for the University of Auckland’s Spring Graduation at Aotea Centre’s ASB Theatre, Tuesday 24 September. More >>

Big pay rises for vice-chancellors unjust

Friday, 20 September 2013, 4:57 pm | Tertiary Education Union

The University of Canterbury's vice-chancellor, Rod Carr, received an increase in remuneration of more than $40,000 between the years 2011-12 to 2012-13 according to information released by the State Services Commission . More >>

UCOL photography students a threat to Aussie professionals

Friday, 20 September 2013, 3:08 pm | UCOL

UCOL Photography staff and students continue to assert their creative flair, this time showing the Australians how it’s done. Out of more than 3000 entries, UCOL photographers claimed a total of 21 medals - seven Gold, four Silvers with Distinction, ... More >>

Rising Student Interest In Council Elections

Friday, 20 September 2013, 1:43 pm | NZUSA

Students’ associations at university and polytechnic campuses around New Zealand are doing their bit to increase student interest in this year’s local government elections. More >>

Abbott Government Urged to Focus On Mental Health

Friday, 20 September 2013, 1:21 pm | University of Sydney

Abbott Government Urged to Focus On Mental As Well As Physical Health of Australian Workers More >>

MIT Students Learn from the Warriors

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 4:53 pm | Manukau Institute of Technology

Students studying the new Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science degree at Manukau Institute of Technology are benefitting from a relationship the institute has with the Warriors. More >>

America's Cup: Win's economic benefits and social impact

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 4:26 pm | AUT University

The prospect of New Zealand, and more specifically Auckland hosting the America's Cup is a tantalising prospect. More >>

Child sex offender’s registration cancelled

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 4:12 pm | New Zealand Teachers Council

“James Parker, a convicted child sex offender’s registration was formally cancelled by the Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal this week”, says Council Director, Dr Peter Lind. More >>

Mother and Daughter Graduate Together At CPIT Graduation

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 11:57 am | CPIT

Almost 250 people will graduate in person at CPIT’s Spring Graduation Ceremony on Friday and each has their own unique story of hard work and success. More >>

New Storytelling Initiative Livens Up Learning

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 11:38 am | Stories in Action

A Kiwi mother has come up a with a new storytelling initiative which is attracting huge interest from schools and kindergartens throughout New Zealand. More >>

Popular Maths Writer to Speak In Wellington

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 11:18 am | Victoria University of Wellington

The author of numerous books which have popularised mathematics to general audiences around the world will give a public lecture at Victoria University in early October. More >>

Hours of Sleep and Body Fat Linked For Teenage Boys

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 11:15 am | University of Otago

Researchers in human nutrition at the University of Otago have found that teenage boys who sleep less have more body fat when compared to girls, whose sleep deprivation has no discernible effect on their body fat ratios. More >>

Academic science & technology leader named Honorary Fellow

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 11:08 am | University of Waikato

The University of Waikato has awarded the title of Honorary Fellow to Associate Professor Alan Langdon, a leader in the development of the University’s science and technology programmes and a pioneer in forging links between academic research and local and ... More >>

Pioneering biochemistry researcher awarded Emeritus Professo

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 10:57 am | University of Waikato

A long career in enzyme properties has been recognised with the University of Waikato awarding Professor Roy Daniel the title Emeritus Professor for his outstanding academic leadership and research contribution in the field of biochemistry. More >>

Chilean outdoor education industry looks to NZ

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 9:32 am | Tai Poutini Polytechnic

The Chilean outdoor education and adventure tourism industries have a lot to learn from New Zealand says a Chilean outdoor educator. More >>

Fashion Student Designs Storm Catwalk

Wednesday, 18 September 2013, 4:18 pm | Eastern Institute of Technology

Gearing up for the recent Te Koanga Maori Fashion Show, EIT ideaschool student Grace Evania wasn’t bothered if her design was the brightest on the catwalk. More >>

2013 Three Minute Thesis Competition Final In Australia

Wednesday, 18 September 2013, 4:01 pm | University of Waikato

October is Postgraduate Month at the University of Waikato and that means doctoral students across campus are preparing for the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) 2013 competition. More >>

Auckland engineers boost America’s Cup crews

Wednesday, 18 September 2013, 2:59 pm | University of Auckland

Many New Zealand designers and engineers involved in this year’s America’s Cup in San Francisco are graduates of the University of Auckland. More >>

Another award for top writer

Wednesday, 18 September 2013, 1:53 pm | University of Waikato

Aspiring writers have the chance to learn from the very best when novelist Catherine Chidgey takes a six week creative writing course at the University of Waikato in November. More >>

Top US universities come to NZ

Wednesday, 18 September 2013, 12:54 pm | US Embassy Wellington

The US Embassy is this weekend hosting the inaugural USA Universities Expo in Auckland, giving public access to recruiters from some of the world’s top academic institutions. More >>

Anti-bullying Success with Kiwi Kids Not Just an Illusion

Wednesday, 18 September 2013, 12:06 pm | TrustPower

Having performed for over 700,000 students Elgregoe has become of New Zealand’s top school performers and most celebrated magicians and he is about to visit North Otago schools to reinforce his anti–bullying message. More >>

The assessment of teacher quality - Education response group

Wednesday, 18 September 2013, 10:49 am | Massey University

An investigation into current issues in evaluating and rewarding teachers. Education policy response group INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION MASSEY UNIVERSITY September 2013 More >>

School Holiday Space Academy at Stardome

Tuesday, 17 September 2013, 5:09 pm | Stardome Observatory

Space Academy has come to Auckland these holidays with an out-of-this world adventure for kids to enjoy at Stardome. More >>

Solar Energy Expands Rapidly In Wellington Schools

Tuesday, 17 September 2013, 4:47 pm | Wellington City Office of the Mayor

Solar panels will be installed in 16 Wellington schools over the next three years under a joint venture between Wellington City Council and Genesis Energy. More >>

Who will be New Zealand’s junior Masterchef?

Tuesday, 17 September 2013, 4:46 pm | Manukau Institute of Technology

Five teams from around the country will compete in a 90 minute `Masterchef-like final` to win the first National Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge at Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) next week. More >>

Anti-Bullying Success with Kiwi Kids Not Just an Illusion

Tuesday, 17 September 2013, 4:41 pm | TrustPower

Having performed for over 700,000 students Elgregoe has become of New Zealand’s top school performers and most celebrated magicians and he is about to visit Dunedin schools to reinforce his anti–bullying message. More >>

OUSA Supports NZUSA Student Food Bank Findings

Tuesday, 17 September 2013, 3:52 pm | Otago University Students' Association

The Otago University Students’ Association supports the New Zealand tertiary students’ calls that student finances are at a crisis point. More >>

UCOL Furniture Makers Are Plane-ly Good

Tuesday, 17 September 2013, 3:52 pm | UCOL

UCOL Diploma in Furniture Design and Making student Thomas Melchner gave his lecturers a run for their money at the Kawerau Woodskills Festival last week. More >>

QPEC statement on charter schools: Is this it?

Tuesday, 17 September 2013, 2:47 pm | Quality Public Education Coalition - QPEC

QPEC members can find nothing new, exciting or innovative in these proposals - nothing that does not already exist within the public school system except a touch of military discipline and a dose of Remuera missionary schooling in South Auckland. More >>

 

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