Ministry of Education stories
Lumen Technologies enhances cybersecurity amid rising threats
Thu, 16th May 2024
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Amid increasing cyber threats in Singapore, Lumen Technologies enhances defences with an Advanced Managed Detection and Response solution, strengthening enterprise security.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Poly?
Wed, 5th May 2021
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Poly is a global outfitter of pro-grade audio and video products, focusing on personal and group communication systems and solutions.
Cyclone named essential NZ supplier for online learning devices
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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The Ministry of Education has recognised Cyclone as a key supplier for devices essential to online learning, driving the creation of a dedicated online store.
No Prime Minister's education award for tech this year
Mon, 15th May 2017
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Tech-focused education prize absent from Prime Minister's Education Excellence Awards, but Ministry of Education assures support for digital innovation.
Papatoetoe school next in line for big govt upgrade
Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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Papatoetoe Central School in Auckland set to undergo $4.2 million upgrade as part of city-wide education improvements.
Waiheke schools in line for massive govt investment
Thu, 4th Aug 2016
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Two schools on Waiheke Island set to receive $40m investment for infrastructure rebuild and upgrade, says Education Minister Hekia Parata.
$8 million put aside for Newmarket School
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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Government allocates $8m redevelopment funding for Newmarket School in Auckland as part of plan to accommodate growing roll.
Ministry announces extension of Teacher-Led Innovation Fund
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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The Ministry of Education will extend funding for the Teacher-Led Innovation Fund for another two years, according to Education Minister Hekia Parata.
Modular classrooms prove a hit
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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The Ministry's first new modular building has arrived in New Plymouth, receiving high praise from Vogeltown School.
Green Party calls out Education Minister over ECE push
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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Green Party criticizes Government's push for increased participation in early childhood education, claiming it puts children at risk.
Christchurch schooling network set to be most modern
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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The Ministry of Education has announced the official opening of the 416.8 million West Rolleston Primary School.
Education Minister launches digital resource to strengthen Te Reo Māori
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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Parata has launched a new digital graphic novel aimed to strengthen recognition of the Māori language, culture and history.
Wellington school to undergo major $9 million redevelopment
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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Historic Thorndon School set for a $9m revamp, with innovative learning spaces and new library to enrich education.
Govt gives update on ChCh school network
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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UK Government applauds those who have supported Christchurch's education system in the wake of the 2011 earthquake.
One class school gets early connection to Wi-Fi
Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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Remote West Coast school Barrytown now has wireless internet access in its classrooms as the Ministry of Education stepped in ahead of UFB update.
$8.5 million revamp for Wellington school
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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The focus of the redevelopment will be on creating an innovative learning environment, with the latest IT infrastructure to support digital learning.
Novopay 'fiasco' still not over, says Labour
Wed, 23rd Sep 2015
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Labour Party criticizes Government over Novopay, as Ministry of Education considers debt collectors for overpayments. Problems with company still not resolved.
Million dollar website for Ministry of Education
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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The Ministry of Education has consolidated its three major education websites into the education.govt.nz site, launched in June, at a cost of $1.2m.
Partner centric network monitoring tool coming from Allied Telesis
Fri, 17th Jul 2015
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Allied Telesis launches Net.Health to tackle complex network monitoring for educational institutions and businesses in NZ.
Enthusiasm for the Teacher-led Innovation Fund huge, says Ministry of Education
Fri, 17th Jul 2015
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Teacher-led Innovation Fund receives overwhelming support, with $2.7m already funded in first round. Stay tuned for Round 2 applications.