Hekia Parata
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 8th January
On today's episode, Willie Jackson calls for an extension for Treaty Principles Bill submissions, a child advocacy group calls for change and Australian scientists develop a revolutionary new pest… Audio
NZ Walking trail inspired by Camino de Santiago
Submissions have opened for a 500-kilometre walking trail that would stretch along the east coast from Gisborne to Opotiki. The trail is inspired by the internationally renowned Camino de Santiago… Audio
'Today is a day of thanks' - Hekia Parata's valedictory
Hekia Parata says farewell to Parliament, calling New Zealand a "small, smart, sassy nation." Listen to her valedictory in full. Audio
Kaye expects 'healthy debate' over Te Reo in schools
Any extension of teaching Te Reo in schools would depend on whether resources are available for it, the incoming Education Minister says. Audio
Cabinet reshuffle as English gets set to appoint new foreign minister
Ben Thomas says the 'drums are beating' for Gerry Brownlee to take the Defence portfolio in today's reshuffle, but he has stood aside in the past for the good of the party and could do so again. Audio
Outgoing education minister Hekia Parata reflects on legacy
There are no short answers in an interview with the outgoing Education Minister, Hekia Parata, writes John Gerritsen.
Hekia Parata reflects on role as Education Minister
Departing Education Minister Hekia Parata looks back on her time in charge of the portfolio. Audio
Insight: Online Porn - The New Sex Ed Teacher?
Online porn presents a minefield to young people and parents. Tim Graham explores what help is on hand to help navigate the way ahead. Video, Audio
'Let the game keep moving'- Parliament's referee
David Carter never aspired to be Speaker but since 2013 he's been in charge of keeping MPs in check in the House. Video, Audio
Fears that ending seclusion will lead to school exclusions
Hekia Parata wants to make seclusion rooms illegal, and says there are 'safe space' alteratives that special needs children can freely use. She says for more violent cases, schools should call police… Audio
Govt drops bulk funding, continues decile funding replacement plan
The government has abandoned a proposal to introduce a form of bulk funding, which would let schools trade teachers for cash. Audio
Govt backs down on bulk funding proposal
The government has abandoned plans to introduce a form of bulk funding, after opposition from teachers and principals.
Hekia Parata maintains she only knew about seclusion rooms from July
Education Minister Hekia Parata is adamant she only knew about seclusion rooms from July. She joins Checkpoint. Video, Audio
Hekia Parata says locking children up is 'unacceptable'
Education Minister Hekia Parata says the law will be changed because locking children in cell-like rooms is totally unacceptable. Audio
Hekia Parata and her husband's health
Despite the outgoing Education Minister saying otherwise the Prime Minister John Key has repeated Sir Wira Gardiner's health has influenced her resignation decision. Audio
Use of seclusion rooms more widespread: IHC
As Hekia parata is grilled over when she first knew about school seclusion rooms, the IHC acknowledges locking children in seclusion rooms has been used in many schools across the country for years. Audio
Tahu Potiki: Parata has made good on early promise
Ngai Tahu chief executive praises Hekia Parata's leadership as Education Minister. Audio
'Tale of two halves' - Parata's ministerial career
Hekia Parata is bowing out of politics - education correspondent John Gerritsen gives his assessment of her time as Education Minister. Audio
Hekia Parata says education has been her dream portfolio
Hekia Parata says it's time to give someone else a shot at the education portfolio as she indicates her retirement at next year's election; John Key says a number of other ministers are also… Audio
Hekia Parata: A tenure in the trenches
Power Play - The Education Minister's announcement she is stepping down at next year's election came as a surprise to many. Jane Patterson looks back at the testy times of Hekia Parata.
