| Improved training for school leadership (principals)
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| Improved training for school leadership (principals) Education Minister Anne Tolley has announced a new plan designed to increase the number of education leaders and principals in New Zealand schools. The Professional Leadership Plan sets out the government�s aim to attract, develop and support talented leaders over the next two years. The Plan focuses on hard-to-staff schools and on upskil . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 18 May 2009
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| School property projects given a boost
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| School property projects given a boost Education Minister, Anne Tolley, has today announced new initiatives to allow schools to get their property programmes underway more quickly. �The changes will see a relaxation of some of the Ministry of Education's property project requirements that schools must currently follow when planning and designing classroom upgrades and other similar work,� s . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 08 May 2009
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| Bill reduces bureaucracy, ensures childrens� safety
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Bill reduces bureaucracy, ensures childrens� safety
Measures introduced into Parliament today will reduce school compliance costs and improve efficiency in the education sector, says Education Minister Anne Tolley.
The Education Amendment Bill proposes changes to the police vetting of non-teaching staff and contractors, minimising compliance costs for schools while retaining the requirement . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 29 Apr 2009
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| Ministers welcome boost for borrowers who pay student loans early
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Ministers welcome boost for borrowers who pay student loans early
Changes to the Student Loan Scheme tabled in Parliament yesterday are good news for people who want to pay off their student loans sooner, Revenue Minister Peter Dunne and Tertiary Education Minister Anne Tolley say.
The Student Loan Scheme (Repayment Bonus) Amendment Bill, which Mr Dunne will introduce, provides a 10 percent . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 29 Apr 2009
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| Massey literacy specialist elected to international Reading Hall of Fame
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| Massey literacy specialist elected to international Reading Hall of Fame Professor Tom Nicholson from the University�s College of Education is one of 100 international academics elected to the Reading Hall of Fame based in the United States. The Reading Hall of Fame was established in 1973 to contribute to further improvement in reading instruction from the collective experienc . . . more
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| Author : Massey
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Created : 26 Apr 2009
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| Ground-breaking adult literacy & numeracy programme
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Ground-breaking adult literacy & numeracy programme
Tertiary Education Minister Anne Tolley has today announced a multi-million dollar agreement for a professional development programme in the adult literacy and numeracy sector.
"This agreement will provide tertiary educators with new techniques to raise adult literacy and numeracy skills," says Mrs Tolley.
The three-year prog . . . more
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| Trades Academies one step closer
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| Trades Academies one step closer The government�s pre-election commitment to establish five new Trades Academies is one step closer. Education Minister Anne Tolley is today calling for expressions of interest for the programme. �I am delighted to be able to get the ball rolling on this very important initiative that will keep students motivated to learn and achieve. �Trades Academies are a . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 20 Apr 2009
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| New project to engage science students
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New project to engage science students
A national project has been launched to find ways to get more scientists in New Zealand by examining the transition from secondary schools' science classes to university degrees.
Funded by Ako Aotearoa, the National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence, the project is considered to be of significant strategic value to the tertiary sector. It is a joint . . . more
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| Author : Massey University
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Created : 17 Apr 2009
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| Consultation dates on National Standards
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| Consultation dates on National Standards An extensive programme of public consultation on the shape of National Standards for primary and intermediate schools will get underway next month. �I am delighted to announce this first step in the implementation of one of this government�s flagship policies in education,� says Education Minister Anne Tolley. �National Standards will set clear expect . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 14 Apr 2009
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| International Dyslexia expert in NZ
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INTERNATIONAL DYSLEXIA EXPERT TO HOLD
WORKSHOPS FOR NZ TEACHERS
Kiwi teachers and educators will have the opportunity to benefit from latest international thinking on dyslexia this June, when renowned dyslexia expert Neil Mackay holds a series of workshops throughout the country.
Mackay, architect of Britain�s successful Dyslexia Friendly Schools initiative and consultant to go . . . more
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| Author : ED
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Created : 02 Apr 2009
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| Telford Rural Polytechnic Taster Weeks 2009
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Telford Rural Polytechnic is located 6kms from Balclutha, South Otago on an 850ha commercial farm. Affordable full-time courses, on-site accommodation, relevant theory and excellent practical skills in each course, great scholarships available and new life-time friends!
Are you interested in a career in the agriculture industry, then Telford is for you! Contact us for a campus/farm tour a . . . more
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| Author : RA
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Created : 30 Mar 2009
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| Voluntary repayment bonus exceeds promise
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Voluntary repayment bonus exceeds promise
Student loan borrowers will qualify for a voluntary repayment bonus whether they are based in New Zealand or overseas, Tertiary Education Minister Anne Tolley announced today.
Before the election, National said that borrowers making a voluntary repayment of $500 or more would get an extra 10 per cent bonus from the government. This would mean, for ex . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 24 Mar 2009
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| Release of Tertiary Education briefing
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Release of Tertiary Education briefing
The Tertiary Education Minister Anne Tolley has released the Briefing to the Incoming Minister (BIM) from the Tertiary Education Commission.
"The briefing notes that New Zealand's tertiary education system is a key national strategic asset. It also shows that the tertiary sector is rich in its diversity and will continue to play an important role in . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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| $41 million for school buildings
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| $41 million for school buildings Eighty-one schools around the country would get new or expanded buildings through the first allocation of property funding to schools under the government's recently announced infrastructure package, Education Minister Anne Tolley announced today. "These schools now have the go-ahead to start work to redress their lack of space or need for new buildings," Mr . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 16 Mar 2009
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| Beyond the Boot Camp
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Beyond the Boot Camp
Article by Christine Clark Director Corporate Academy Group
Since the release of the Governments Fresh Start Policy on February 16th 2009 there has been much discussion and publicity both for and against the Boot Camp. We, as a Private Training Establishment based in South Auckland have been highlig . . . more
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| Dyslexia Workshop with Neil Mackay.
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Book now to hear from one of the world's leading thinkers on Dyslexia.
You are invited to a very special education-focused event featuring international dyslexia expert Neil Mackay.In half-day workshops throughout New Zealand during June, Mr Mackay will offer hands-on advice regarding dyslexia best practice in education, taking into account the new curriculum and resources available to New . . . more
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| Author : RA
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Created : 03 Mar 2009
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| Athletic training reaps rewards
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Athletic training reaps rewards
Well done to Long Bay College Year 12 student Tyler Hamlin who is the first student to graduate from the Millenium Institute�s 5 year �LTAD� (Long Term Athletic Development Programme). Tyler was recruited to the programme whilst at Northcross Intermediate School. The programme is designed to develop �all round skills� in youngsters from the age of 10 . . . more
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Created : 02 Mar 2009
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| New scheme helps schools recruit
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| New scheme helps schools recruit The National -led government's response to Labour's legacy of teacher shortages was announced today by Education Minister Anne Tolley. "This teacher bonding scheme represents a new solution to graduate teacher shortages. This scheme will assist in attracting teachers to schools that have had problems finding and keeping staff, and will boost numbers in subj . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 23 Feb 2009
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| Early childhood education consultation begins
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Early childhood education consultation begins
Education Minister Anne Tolley today released the public consultation document initiating the review of early childhood education regulations.
The review of Labour's Education (Early Childhood Services) Regulations 2008 was announced in November by Mrs Tolley.
"This government is totally committed to providing high quality and accessible ea . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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| New student numbers up at Whanganui UCOL
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| New student numbers up at Whanganui UCOL Wanganui�s new Matapihi ki te Ao campus, is proving to be a drawcard for new students. Whanganui UCOL reports an increase of four per cent in new students enrolled for the first semester this year, with most programmes due to start next Monday. Campus Principal Julia Pedley says the appeal of the new campus, and its state-of-the-art and student-friendl . . . more
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Created : 17 Feb 2009
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| Release of Maori Education Report
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Release of Maori Education Report
Education Minister Anne Tolley today released Ng� Haeata M�tauranga - the Annual Report on M�ori Education, 2007/08.
"This report is retrospective and reflects on progress under the previous government. Ng� Haeata M�tauranga indicates that incremental progress is being made, however, there are still many challenges ahead. Inequitable education outcomes . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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| Schools no longer required to be food police
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| Schools no longer required to be food police Schools will no longer be required to act as food police under changes announced by Education Minister Anne Tolley today. "As part of the National Government's commitment to reducing compliance for schools, I have decided to remove the clause in National Administration Guideline (5) which states �where food and beverages are sold on schools' pr . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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| Agriculture Minister promises quick action on policy to increase numbers of rural vets.
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Agriculture Minister promises quick action on policy to increase numbers of rural vets.
Agriculture Minister David Carter toured the Institute of Veterinary Animal and Biomedical Sciences during a visit to the University's Manawatu campus.
At the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Mr Carter said a bonding policy for rural veterinarians would be one of the first introduced by the new National-led Gove . . . more
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| Author : Massey
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Created : 03 Feb 2009
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| Changes in Early Childhood Education
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Changes in Early Childhood Education
Education Minister Anne Tolley today unveiled a package of changes that reflect the government's commitment to providing quality and accessible early childhood education to all New Zealand families.
"Late last year I asked officials to review the 2008 regulations around early childhood education so that any unnecessary compliance burdens on services co . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 01 Feb 2009
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| Nursing Students Achieve 99% Pass Rate
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Nursing Students Achieve 99% Pass Rate
UCOL nursing students have achieved an impressive pass rate in their final exams late last year.
UCOL�s Bachelor of Nursing students at Wanganui, Palmerston North, Masterton and Gisborne reached a 99% pass rate in their State Final Exams.
The exam is the final requirement for students who wish to be recognised as Registered Nurses by the Nursing Council . . . more
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| Author : UCOL
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Created : 13 Jan 2009
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| DVD promotes understanding of children with autism
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| DVD promotes understanding of children with autism M�ori families of children with autism spectrum disorder have initiated the production of a video designed to raise awareness of the challenges the disorder presents and help other families to better cope. About 20,000 free copies of the DVD are being distributed to schools, hospitals, marae, social work and disability organisations throug . . . more
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| Author : Massey University
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Created : 09 Jan 2009
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| Export Education Success in Saudi Arabia
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Export Education Success in Saudi Arabia
A new Kiwi export education success will see Open Polytechnic of New Zealand distance learning programmes offered to students in Saudi Arabia.
The agreement initially involves six certificate programmes in management, employment skills, and business administration and computing but the aim is to extend the offerings more widely across the Polytechni . . . more
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| Author : The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
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Created : 03 Dec 2008
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| Ayurveda Aromatherapy
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Ayurveda Aromatherapy
International speaker Farida Irani, will conduct this unique seminar, taking you on a journey into the philosophy and practice of the ancient science and art of Ayurveda Aromatherapy and its profound effect on the body, mind and spirit. This course is accredited with IFA (International Federation of Aromatherapists and ATMS - Australian Traditi . . . more
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| Author : Wellpark
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Created : 16 Nov 2008
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| $30 million upgrade of youth oral health services
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| $30 million upgrade of youth oral health services Associate Health Minister Steve Chadwick today announced that the Ministers of Health and Finance have approved capital funding of $29.85 million to upgrade child and adolescent oral health services in five regions. "This is fantastic news for the communities of Northland, Hawkes Bay, Nelson-Marlborough, Canterbury and Southland. We kn . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 11 Nov 2008
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| Lexia the future of education
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Forbes Features Innovative Technologies for Schools
http://www.eschoolnews.com/tech-solutions/all-press-releases/index.cfm?i=55109&i-d
The article names reading software publisher Lexia Learning's "Lexia Reading" software as a primary example of how to harness the power of student-centered online technology in the classroom. The authors say it is a valuable and effective assessmen . . . more
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| Author : JK
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Created : 01 Nov 2008
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| Tertiary capital investment panel appointments
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| Tertiary capital investment panel appointments A new process for capital investment in tertiary institutions will be overseen by a panel that includes sector experts, Tertiary Education Minister Pete Hodgson announced today. The Minister has appointed David Shand, Chair of the Tertiary Education Commission's Board of Commissioners, to chair the new Tertiary Education Capital Investment Fund . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 27 Oct 2008
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| $14m investment in new school buildings
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| $14m investment in new school buildings A further 31 New Zealand schools will benefit from a $14 million investment into school property announced Education Minister Chris Carter today. The School Property Guide Deficiencies Programme is an annual discretionary fund aimed at addressing high priority deficiencies in state school buildings. "These schools have existing property that is in need . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 21 Oct 2008
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| $18 million goes to Special Education in the Capital
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$18 million goes to Special Education in the Capital
Education Minister Chris Carter gave special education in Wellington a boost by announcing today that $18 million will be invested into the rebuilding of two special schools in the region.
Kimi Ora Special School, which provides for students with high levels of physical disability, will be relocated and rebuilt on a site at Naenae Intermedi . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 17 Oct 2008
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| Teachers' one-stop shop for subject resources
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Teachers now have an online "one-stop shop" to find materials relating to the subjects they are teaching.
http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/resources/index.html
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| Author : Ed
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Created : 04 Oct 2008
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| More students involved in Youth Apprenticeships
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More students involved in Youth Apprenticeships
Minister of Education Chris Carter today announced that another 56 schools will be offering students the Youth Apprenticeships Scheme next year.
Extending the apprenticeship scheme to all schools by 2011 is a key component of Schools Plus programme that the Prime Minister outlined today.
Today the government also released the Schools Plu . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 21 Sep 2008
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| Launch of One Stop Shop at new tertiary education community
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People in the Wanganui region will soon have a unique way to map out the best study route to their chosen careers.
The new One Stop Shop resource is part of a ground-breaking education pilot based at Wanganui�s new tertiary education campus Matapihi ki te Ao and is the first exciting step in a new concept for tertiary education in New Zealand. The resource provides information on all tertiary s . . . more
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| Author : KT
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Created : 15 Sep 2008
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| Education Bill to improve safety and accountability
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| Education Bill to improve safety and accountability Measures introduced into Parliament today will make early childhood services and schools safer places for students and introduce measures to improve student attendance and engagement, Education Minister Chris Carter says. The Education Amendment Bill proposes police vetting of all people who have unsupervised access to children during the op . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 14 Sep 2008
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| UCOL Nursing set for another 100% year
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UCOL�s iconic Nursing programme, available in Wanganui, Palmerston North, Masterton and Gisborne, is already well subscribed for next year.
The School of Nursing is also seeking approval for changes to the programme�s curriculum, to further enhance the Nursing study experience at UCOL.
Director of Nurse Education Brian Gilchrist says applications for places on the Bachelor of Nur . . . more
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| Author : KT
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Created : 08 Sep 2008
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| NZ Electronic Text Centre
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The New Zealand Electronic Text Centre�s free online archive of New Zealand and Pacific Islands texts and heritage materials, offers an ever expanding, fully searchable, set of images and full-text books, manuscripts and journals.
http://www.nzetc.org/
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| Author : Ed
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Created : 07 Sep 2008
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| Success is a State of Mind
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Success is a State of Mind
"Young people often face many challenges as they move from childhood to adolescence. The important thing to remember is that those experiences help to shape your character and outlook on life," said Youth Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta.
The StepUP Foundation is a non-profit organisation with a goal of educating and exciting teenagers about the possibilities f . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 07 Sep 2008
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| Minister praises workplace literacy and numeracy programme
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| Minister praises workplace literacy and numeracy programme Associate Tertiary Minister Maryan Street saw the direct benefits of learning literacy and numeracy skills on the job at her visit to Queensberry Leather Ltd today. �Today was an excellent opportunity to see first hand what workplace literacy and numeracy programmes can achieve for New Zealand businesses,� said Maryan Street. �Our con . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 31 Aug 2008
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| KRISTIN SOUNDS IN HIGH DEFINITION
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KRISTIN SOUNDS IN HIGH DEFINITION
Kristin School in Albany have successfully completed the very first New Zealand Schools High Definition Video Conference Music lesson and performance this week with Canterbury University and Christ's College in Christchurch.
The project titled �musicGrid�, was initiated by Merryn Dunmill of the Music Education Research Centre at Canterb . . . more
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| Author : Kristin
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Created : 26 Aug 2008
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| TEC Board Appointments
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TEC Board Appointments
Tertiary Education Minister Pete Hodgson has appointed Deirdre Dale as a Commissioner of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). He also announced the reappointment of Dr Bill Rosenberg who has been a Commissioner of the TEC since 26 May 2006.
Deirdre Dale will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Brian Rhoades. Her term of appointment commences on Sept . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 20 Aug 2008
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| Lecturers show how it�s done at hairdressing awards
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| Lecturers show how it�s done at hairdressing Awards Whanganui UCOL lecturers have scooped the overall prize as part of a five-award haul from the New Zealand Association of Regional Hairdressing Regional Awards. The awards were held in Wanganui last weekend. Whanganui UCOL Hairdressing Lecturer, Robyn Collins, won the Overall Champion prize, Top . . . more
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| Author : UCOL
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Created : 19 Aug 2008
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| WITT comeback good news for Taranaki
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WITT comeback good news for Taranaki
Tertiary Education Minister Pete Hodgson today announced that the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) Council would be re-established in October and its Crown debt written off over a five-year period.
�These significant developments show that WITT�s �repair and rebuild� plan is succeeding. These are key milestones in WITT coming back on track . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 11 Aug 2008
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| NZQA Board appointment announced
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| NZQA Board appointment announced Education Minister Chris Carter has today announced a new appointment to the board of the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Shona Smith, Deputy Principal of Waitakere College, will serve a three-year term with the NZQA board from 1 August 2008 until 31 July 2011. �Ms Smith has a wide range of curriculum, assessment and qualifications expertise. She . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 30 Jul 2008
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| Massive improvements for Maori students
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Massive improvements for Maori students
Youth Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta said there has been massive improvement in Maori educational achievement since 1999.
Responding to questions in the house on Maori achievements in education, Nanaia Mahuta said Maori have achieved more in the past nine years, than under the previous National government.
�There�s been massive improvement in Maori educ . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 28 Jul 2008
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| Outstanding Tertiary Teaching Celebrated
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Outstanding Tertiary Teaching Celebrated
This year�s Tertiary Teaching Excellence Award recipients form an extraordinarily high calibre and motivated group of teachers, Tertiary Education Minister Pete Hodgson said tonight.
Hosting the awards event at Parliament, Pete Hodgson said, �It is a real pleasure to see recognition for excellence in Tertiary teaching. Between them these nine people inf . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 18 Jul 2008
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| Donate helps schools, preschools and charitable orgs.
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Get rid of your unwanted stuff to a good home, support your local community and help save the environment! Join DonateNZ today and turn your trash into someone else's treasure.
Donate NZ provides the ultimate simple portal where individuals, organisations and companies can donate time, expertise and goods in any condition to schools, early childhood and not-for-profit organisati . . . more
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| Author : Ed
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Created : 15 Jul 2008
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| Carter announces new initiatives for safer schools
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Carter announces new initiatives for safer schools
Education Minister Chris Carter today launched a range of initiatives aimed at making schools safer for students and to ensure schools have anti-bullying programmes in place.
�These initiatives are aimed at focusing schools on this issue and changing school culture to encourage zero-tolerance to bullying,� said Chris Carter.
�Following a numb . . . more
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| Tertiary education review for Greater Auckland
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| Tertiary education review for Greater Auckland Today Pete Hodgson Minister for Tertiary Education announced a Review of Tertiary Education across the Auckland region to identify the contribution of tertiary education sector to the development of Auckland as a globally competitive city. �Auckland is New Zealand�s major centre of population growth and home to a range of diverse and vibrant commu . . . more
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Created : 07 Jul 2008
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| Free Correspondence School for AE students
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Free Correspondence School for AE students
Education Minister Chris Carter announced today that Alternative Education (AE) providers will now be able to get free access to the Correspondence School for their students.
Chris Carter said that AE students will be able to participate as dual enrolled students with the Correspondence School from Term 3 this year without any cost to their AE provide . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 22 Jun 2008
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| NZ Curriculum a world leader at APEC
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NZ Curriculum a world leader at APEC
The New Zealand curriculum was the centrepiece of the APEC Education Ministers� meeting in Peru last week and was widely praised, Education Minister Chris Carter said.
At the request of Peru�s Education Minister and host of the conference, Jose Antonio Chang Escobedo, Mr Carter delivered a keynote presentation on how we have successfully modernised our scho . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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| Carter supports Dyslexia Awareness
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| Carter supports Dyslexia Awareness Education Minister Chris Carter has welcomed guests at a film premiere to mark the second annual Dyslexia Awareness Week with a commitment to improve accessibility to information about dyslexia. Chris Carter addressed guests at a film premiere of Taare Zameen Par (Every Child is Special) and acknowledged the excellent work of the Dyslexia Foundation of New Z . . . more
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Created : 18 Jun 2008
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| New Zealand Management Academies and Red Fish Limited
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Asian students looking to forge careers in hospitality or business will find all the right ingredients at New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA).
The private training provider has academies in Central Auckland, South Auckland, West Auckland and Hamilton and offers a range of courses including the National Diploma in Hospitality Management and the National Diploma in Business.
Now, thanks to t . . . more
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Created : 10 Jun 2008
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| Education Minister to APEC and Chile
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| Education Minister to APEC and Chile Education Minister and Minister Responsible for the Education Review Office Chris Carter will attend the APEC Education Ministers� Meeting in Peru later this week where major changes to the New Zealand education system will be showcased. The meeting is also a chance for New Zealand to share its work on the new New Zealand curriculum, launched earlier this y . . . more
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Created : 09 Jun 2008
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| More money for day-to-day running of schools
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More money for day-to-day running of schools
Budget 2008 sees schools get a significant boost in funding to help meet their day-to-day running costs and provide computer technology, Education Minister Chris Carter announced today.
Budget 2008 boosts schools� Operational Funding by 5 percent, or $171.6 million over the next four years.
Included in this increase is $65.3 million over four years . . . more
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Created : 23 May 2008
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| Te P� W�nanga o Anamata Offers a Teacher Education Degree
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| Te P� W�nanga o Anamata has just gained approval for a teacher education degree. CEO Sandre Kruger describes the challenges and successes of going through the approval process."Anamata has recently hosted an accreditation panel for the purpose of approving a teacher education degree Tohu Paetahi; M� te Reo for graduating total immersion primary teachers. It was an exciting and slightly nerve- . . . more
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Created : 13 May 2008
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| Modern Apprenticeships � The next generation of Trade Training.
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| Modern Apprenticeships � The next generation of Trade Training. Most people are familiar with the term apprentice, but what is a Modern Apprenticeship? The term Modern Apprentice stems from government recognition that not enough people are engaging in trades and/or are qualified in a specific trade. The programme, introduced in 2000, focuses on youth between the age . . . more
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Created : 11 May 2008
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| Chance for students to make the news
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| Chance for students to make the news The first in a series of DVDs looking at climate change gives students a chance to produce their own news segment, Education Minister Chris Carter said at the launch of �Sustainability in Action� in Auckland today. The "Sustainability in Action" DVD, produced by TV3, aims to educate environment and media studies students about the effects of climate chang . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 06 May 2008
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| Dyslexia Awareness Week (16-22 June)
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| DYSLEXIA AWARENESS WEEK - THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! Dyslexia Awareness Week (16-22 June) is fast approaching and our website detailing all the exciting activities is now live! We invite you to check it out at www.dyslexiafoundation.org.nzAnd don't forget to put your order in for DAW posters and stickers while stocks last, or download them electronically straight away!ENCOURAGE YOUR LOCAL SCHOOL TO . . . more
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| Author : Ed
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Created : 05 May 2008
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| Scholarships for Whanganui UCOL Students
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Scholarships for Whanganui UCOL Students
Nearly 60 Whanganui UCOL students are about to get help with the financial cost of their studies.
Scholarships worth a total of $45,600 will be presented to 57 students at a special function tonight (Wednesday) at Whanganui UCOL�s new campus on Rutland Street.
Campus Principal Suzanne Frecklington says the scholarships, are donated by local busines . . . more
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Created : 02 May 2008
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| Skills Strategy to build workforce skills
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| Skills Strategy to build workforce skills The skills of New Zealanders already in work moved to centre stage with the release of a comprehensive discussion document, Tertiary Education Ministers Pete Hodgson and Maryan Street said today. Launching the New Zealand Skills Strategy discussion document, Pete Hodgson said, �New Zealand�s level of skills has risen significantly over recent ye . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 29 Apr 2008
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| Employment � A Top Priority for NZ Management Academies
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| Employment outcomes are important for any tertiary education institution. But private training provider New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA) has taken this responsibility a step further than most. NZMA is so committed to helping their students and graduates find work that they�ve recently launched their own recruitment company! Red Fish is a work placement and employment service set up fo . . . more
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| Author : AC
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Created : 17 Apr 2008
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| Support for quality tertiary education in Taranaki
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| Support for quality tertiary education in Taranaki Tertiary Education Minister Pete Hodgson today signalled ongoing support for the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) with the reappointment of Murray Strong as Crown Commissioner for a further six months, and two appointments to the Commissioner�s Advisory Committee. Following a 12 month review of the Commissioner�s ro . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 17 Apr 2008
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| Ancient Medicine Modern Choice � A First for New Zealand Acupuncture.
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Ancient Medicine Modern Choice � A First for New Zealand Acupuncture.
Acupuncture has been practiced as an alternative therapy in New Zealand since the mid 1970s. The New Zealand School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine has been training acupuncture professionals since 1989 at its Wellington and Auckland campuses. In 2007 the Ministry of Health approved the profession of acupu . . . more
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| Author : The New Zealand School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Created : 16 Apr 2008
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| Modern Apprentices crack 15,000 mark
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| Modern Apprentices crack 15,000 mark Tertiary Education Minister Pete Hodgson said today that more than 15,000 Modern Apprentices are either in training or have completed their apprenticeships. Pete Hodgson made the announcement while visiting Agricultural and Horticultural Modern Apprentices at Turanga Ararau, an Iwi based tertiary provider in Gisborne. Turanga Ararau is a Modern A . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 06 Apr 2008
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| OECD report shows New Zealand on right track
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OECD report shows New Zealand on right track
An OECD report on youth employment shows major new initiatives announced by the Labour-led government are in line with international best practice, Education Minister Chris Carter and Youth Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta announced today.
The report notes the New Zealand economy is providing an unprecedented number of jobs for young New Zealanders, . . . more
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| Author : Beehive
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Created : 21 Feb 2008
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