Tag: teaching_council

Damning report shows Teaching Council failed to protect children

13 Oct 2026 8:30 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

Independent review finds the Teaching Council had at least 10 chances over a decade to act against teacher Timothy Fisher before he committed indecent acts against children.

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New Zealand Government Proposes Key Education System Reforms

19 May 2026 5:12 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

The New Zealand Government is set to consider amendments to its Education and Training Bill, focusing on strengthening the Teaching Council's accountability and child safety role, alongside new regulations for homeschooling and school hostels.

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