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Social media, crime link revealed in youth survey

Link between social media and crime revealed in youth survey

More than 300 young people from Hornby have responded to a survey to identify their concerns about social media, youth offending such as ram-raids, and mental health.

Principal heads overseas for ‘exciting’ new job

Myross Bush School principal Jamin Lietze is leaving the role after eight years. PHOTO: MARK JOHN

Principal heads overseas for greener pastures - and 'better resourcing'

A South Island high school principal who is heading across 'the ditch' to work says the NZ education system is causing many teachers to experience burnout.

Mural shines over swimming pool

The new mural on the wall at the Amberley pool. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Mural shines over Canterbury swimming pool

Hours of hard work paid off for a group of young creative artists when their mural was unveiled at the Amberley Pool.

New generation sailing the high seas

A new Spirit of NZ ship had just been launched in 1996 when Methven's Anna Johnson (nee Currie) sailed on it. Now her daughter Tilly has had the chance to do the same.

Teen jiu-jitsu champ aims for world stage

Enzo Mediavillo won gold at the Pan Pacific international kids jiu-jitsu championships. Photo:...

Hornby High jiu-jitsu champion takes aim at world stage

Hornby High School martial artist Enzo Mediavillo,13, is on track to reach his dream of becoming a pro on the international jiu-jitsu circuit.

100-year-old grandad ‘Topps’ for Lexi

Rangi Ruru student reflects on 100-year-old grandad's 'Topp' life

When Rangi Ruru student Lexi Hurndell had to choose a topic for her NCEA art project, she looked no further than her 100-year-old grandfather Jack Topp.

Ashburton College Dux named

Isabel Wall named Ashburton College Dux

Isabel Wall was named Dux of Ashburton College at the school’s year 13 prize-giving.

Teen severely burned during science experiment

A teenage boy was burned by sodium hydroxide. Photo: File image / Getty

School slammed after at-home science experiment goes wrong

A teenage boy was severely burned and required skin grafts after an at-home science experiment through a correspondence school went horribly wrong.

Keeping your kids safe while trick-or-treating

Top tips to keep your kids safe while trick-or-treating this Halloween

It’s nearly Halloween, the scariest day of the year - but for many parents, it’s not the costumes or the horror movies they fear.

Students stood down after video of attack shared

King’s High School pupils watch while a pupil from another school is kicked on the ground. PHOTO:...

Students stood down after 'fight club' attack video spreads across social media

Five high school students were stood down after a video was circulated on social media showing a pack attack on two teenagers in a car park.

Call to ban teachers contacting students online

Woman who was sexually groomed calls for ban on teachers contacting students via social media

A former Christchurch school student who was groomed and sexually abused by her teacher wants teachers banned from talking to students on social media.

Talented young women scoop national awards

Young women with big futures scoop national GirlBoss awards

Addressing sexual violence, protecting penguins and dominating the fairways has earned three young Christchurch women national awards.

Mall talent quest was 'something special'

Barbie, bhangra and ballads: Mall talent quest was 'something special'

More than 50 young dancers, singers, actors and performers aged 5-16 took to the stage at The Palms' talent quest.

Tug-O-War competition heats up

North Canterbury Tug-O-War competition set to be fierce but fair

Muscles will strain, arms will ache and pride will be on the line at this weekend’s Sefton School Tug-O-War competition.

Medbury teacher 'truly humbled' by award

Minister of Education Jan Tinetti presenting Clare Erasmus with the honours award. Photo: Supplied

Christchurch teacher 'truly humbled' by award

Clare Erasmus was one of four Christchurch teachers to receive an award from the national body representing private schools in New Zealand.

Calling the tune: Burnside High band continues to shine

Calling the tune: Burnside High band continues to shine

Burnside High School is top of the pops again in jazz.

First-time voters feel the pressure to decide

Te Aratai College students Destiny Martin, Milly Mussett and Justin Wilson, all 18, are eligible...

'Nerve-racking': First-time voters in Chch feel the pressure to decide

Young first-time voters spoken to in Christchurch say they are feeling the pressure of helping to decide NZ's future.

School’s 150th jubilee a weekend to remember

School’s 150th jubilee a weekend to remember

The oldest, the youngest and everyone in between joined in the St Albans School 150th jubilee celebrations.

From the womb to the stage

Tane and Aka Pakeha-Heke at the Smokefree Tangata Beats national final. Photo: Supplied

From the womb to the stage: Twins hit the right note

Shirley Boys High musicians Tane and Aka Pakeha-Heke have been together since the womb - now the duo keep the beat going on stage.

Schools collaborate to bring sculpture back to life

Pupils from some of the schools involved in the project and helpers celebrate the unveiling of...

Schools collaborate to bring sculpture back to life

Six schools rallied together to breathe life back into an art sculpture in Hornby.

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