Tuahiwi School principal's 'passion' for governance recognised with national award
The principal of a small North Canterbury school has been named the Māori or Pasifika Governance Leader in this year's Women in Governance Awards.
Melanie Taite-Pitama has a string of governance roles behind her and currently sits on the Ara Council, for the Ara Institute of Canterbury, as Ngāi Tahu's representative, and is the principal at Tuahiwi School.
Congratulations Melanie!
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
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19.9% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.6% Nah - not for me
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
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Poll: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
The Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.
We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
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43.1% Yes
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56.9% No
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