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THE BRIEFING

A weekly briefing on science education across Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Screenshot of an "Afterschool Special" science curriculum webinar video featuring presenters Claire Coleman and Lian Soh, embedded within a newsletter updating educators on Phase 5 science subject consultations.

Issue #15

01/06/2026

In this edition: Insights from the AEC Afterschool Special webinar, handy microsite summaries, and key ways to submit your Phase 5 science curriculum feedback before the June 5 deadline. Stay informed and have your say!

Bay Science has organised a face-to-face national-level hui to canvas science teachers for their whakaaro on the phase 5 draft materials.

Issue #14

24/05/2026

Bay Science has organised a face-to-face national-level hui to canvas science teachers for their whakaaro on the phase 5 draft materials.

Draft material for Phase 5 of the science curriculum is now available for consultation.

Issue #13

17/05/2026

Phase 5 drafts of the science curriculum have landed. The minister announces NCEA is to be replaced, and science will be compulsory. Bay Science prepares an organisational-level response.

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Issue #12

10/05/2026

In this issue we share heaps of opportunities for kaiako, rangatahi and the community to get involved with education and science-related events in their communities.

Bright blue native mushroom growing among moss on a forest floor, representing New Zealand’s Fungus of the Year feature in the Bay Science newsletter.

Issue #11

03/05/2026

The Briefing Issue 11 from Bay Science covers science curriculum updates, climate change education, and regional insights for New Zealand teachers. Stay informed with the latest science education developments.

About The Briefing
 

The Briefing is Bay Science’s weekly digest of science education news and developments from across Aotearoa New Zealand.
 

Published every week, it brings together updates from educators, researchers, organisations, and initiatives across the country, helping readers stay connected with what is happening across the science education sector.
 

While the Bay Science website publishes news throughout the week, The Briefing provides a consistent weekly overview, making it easy to keep up with the latest developments in science education across Aotearoa.

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