The authors old school in Christchurch (1994-1999; Source: R.N.Z.) In the 1980's New Zealand education was regarded as among the best in the world. Literacy rates were nearly 100% for children over 5 years. Performance indicators for maths, literacy and comprehension were among the best in the O.E.C.D. So, what happened? Starting in 1989, when … Continue reading The need to reform the school system in New Zealand
Cost of Living avoidably high
One of the biggest gripes every election in New Zealand is the cost of living. Food. School. Transport/Fuel and the list goes on. No one should reasonably expect zero cost of living, but does that mean we should break our weekly/fortnightly income before it even arrives in the bank account? In this article I look … Continue reading Cost of Living avoidably high