Education

Focus on confidence in children

Two Wellington women who believe too many children are struggling with poor confidence and low self-esteem are tackling the issue in Tauranga this weekend. Christina... Read More

Bay schools $500,000 bonanza

Bay of Plenty schools have two weeks left to register to claim their share of $500,000 worth of sports or art equipment. Schools are being encouraged to apply for... Read More

Science fair showcases young talent

Two young Rotorua students questioning Bay of Plenty Regional Council's decision to build a proposed multi-million dollar diversion wall in Lake Rotoiti have been... Read More

Project boost 'unprecedented' gift

Paying $20million into regional infrastructure developments is something no other council in New Zealand has ever done, says Bay of Plenty Regional Council chairman... Read More

Tiki shares his heart

Papamoa based musician Tiki Taane can sing - but this week he is testing his aerobic abilities joining Bay of Plenty school's Jump Jam routines. The well-known dub... Read More

$15.6m for Kawerau school

The Government's move to invest $15.6million into Kawerau's education is being welcomed by Kawerau MP Todd McClay. 'Tarawera High School plays an important part... Read More

New school planned for Pyes Pa

Tauranga may get a third private school as early as next year with Academic Colleges Group looking to build its first education facility away from Auckland and Asia. The... Read More

Graduates tackle toughest challenge

True grit and determination will be on show in this weekend as more than 100 youthful competitors from the Bay of Plenty and Waikato battle it out in the Tough Guy... Read More

First-year student takes top prize

A first-year Waikato University student has won the top for her year in the university's Faculty of Education for 2012. Top student: University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor... Read More

#nombar in hot demand

It may have started off as an unfamiliar brand - but now the #nombar is in hot demand with Mount Maunganui shops wanting a taste of the unique product. The #nombar,... Read More

Something for everyone at expo

The Careers Expo has been a hit at the ASB Arena with more than 3000 people visiting the stalls offering different career option during the past two days. Careers... Read More

Young innovators impress

Looking for the next big business idea? How about a temporary tattoo that tells you when it's time to apply more sunscreen, or an adjustable focus screen? These... Read More