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Five generations on from the Treaty being signed, many people aren't informed about its contents, councillor says.

Our State schooling system, with some exceptions where there is a strong and academically focused leader, is in deep trouble. Indicators are: Less than 50% of students fully attending. Clear indicators of poor outcomes for Numeracy and Literacy. This includes a situation where the introduction of NCEA co-credits in 2024 may see the Level 1

The second report from Te Pae Roa recommends progress towards making a new statutory entity made in partnership with Māori.

There was a mix-up of words when James Cook came up with the name 'Tolaga' for the small east coast town of Tolaga Bay, but the locals choose to call it Uawa.

Work will start soon towards a revamp of Māori education, aimed at connecting more tamariki with their language and culture, the government says.

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