21st Century learning reference group announced

Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye has today announced 14 members of a new reference group that will provide expert advice on 21st century learning environments and digital literacy in schools.  “The group will be chaired by Brett O’Riley and includes … Continue reading

Opening speech Australasian Council of Educational Facility Planners (CEFPI) Conference

Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa. Thank you for inviting me to speak at the opening of the 13th Australasian CEFPI conference. I want to acknowledge that this is the first occasion that New Zealand has hosted the conference. … Continue reading

Speech to the Plenary session Community Resilience: The Foundation of Resilient Nations, Geneva, Switzerland

Introduction Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, katoa. Good morning distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. I have been invited to speak to you today about three themes: How New Zealand is ensuring that community-based approaches to risk reduction are institutionalised, … Continue reading