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2754 days ago

Poll: Is four too young to start school?

Renee Clayton Reporter from Rodney Times

The Government has introduced a law allowing schools to use cohort entry for new entrants at the start of each term, as part of an update to the Education Act.

This allows pupils to start up to eight weeks before their fifth birthday, with youngsters starting in a group, rather than trickling in as they turn five.

Schools that decide to adopt cohort entry must consult with their community and give notice. After this, the school could refuse to enrol a child on their fifth birthday, making them wait until the start of the next school term.
It will be up to parents as to which term the child starts, as long as it is before their sixth birthday.

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Do you think four is too young to start school?

*Please write DNP (Do Not Print) if you don't want your comment published in print.

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Is four too young to start school?
  • 54.8% Yes, I think four is too young.
    54.8% Complete
  • 40.5% No, I think it is a good idea.
    40.5% Complete
  • 4.8% Something else - Tell us in the comments.
    4.8% Complete
42 votes
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2 days ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.

Do you think this ban is reasonable?

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Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
  • 76.4% Yes
    76.4% Complete
  • 22.3% No
    22.3% Complete
  • 1.3% Other - I'll share below
    1.3% Complete
1811 votes
18 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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1 day ago

Bokashi bucket composting workshop @ Glenfield Library

Honour Zhu from Glenfield Library

Don't miss Glenfield Library's Bokashi bucket composting workshop tomorrow, 2:00 - 3:30 PM. Make your own DIY Bokashi bucket to take home or surprise a loved one with a unique Christmas gift.
All participants get a discount voucher to use towards a composting system.
Register for the workshop via bit.ly...
This course is proudly supported by Auckland Council and delivered by the Compost Collective.

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