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Opinion

The missed opportunity of pay equity: Fixing the teacher supply crisis

March 5, 2026

The Government’s cancellation of pay equity claims was not only an injustice to the predominantly female teaching workforce — it was a missed opportunity to address a shortage that has reached crisis levels, writes Jo Brunskill.

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Opinion

Is it time for Aotearoa New Zealand to opt out of PISA?

December 3, 2025

As preparations begin for the next PISA international assessment of reading, mathematics and science, questions need to be asked about the validity and usefulness of this testing programme.

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