NZEI Manawatu Branch

📢 2026 ELECTION HUI

The NZEI Te Riu Roa Manawatū Branch presents the 2026 Election Hui. Join us for some nibbles and find out more about the education policies from all the major political parties!

This event is open to anyone who is passionate about education issues, including all members and the public.

Event Details:
DATE: Wednesday, 09/09/2026
TIME: Starts at 7:00 PM
LOCATION: Focal Point Function Room, 223 Cuba Street, Palmerston North
REFRESHMENTS: Nibbles provided; drinks are available to purchase.

👉 Please RSVP by 4/09/26 using this link: https://forms.gle/uEUfgdmMhV42YsTt5

Authorised by Stephanie Mills, NZEI Te Riu Roa, 79 Boulcott Street, Wellington.

🌟 Te Rā o Tumeke Tumuaki 🌟

This Wednesday, 29 July, communities all across Aotearoa New Zealand will be celebrating our incredible principals and tumuaki — and here in the Manawatū, we are getting ready to show our big support! 🇳🇿

This year’s nationwide theme chosen by our tumuaki is "He waka eke noa" — We are all in this together. It’s a powerful reminder of the unity, leadership, and collective effort our school leaders bring to our communities every single day, especially as they navigate significant shifts across the education sector.

Let's make sure our tumuaki feel appreciated this week! 💛

We would love to see how our Manawatū community is marking the day:
How is your school, whānau, or tamariki saying thank you to your tumuaki this year? Drop a comment below with your photos, messages, or stories of what you did to celebrate them! 👇✨

📌 Looking for resources or inspiration for your worksite?
Check out the NZEI Te Riu Roa event page here: https://www.nzeiteriuroa.org.nz/te-r%C4%81-o-tumeke-tumuaki-2026

📢 REMINDER: NZEI Manawatū Branch AGM TONIGHT! 📢

You are warmly invited to attend the NZEI Manawatū Branch AGM for 2026. Come along, connect with your local education community, and have your say!

Here are all the details you need for tonight:

📆 Date: Tonight — Wednesday, 17th June 2026

⏰ Time: 5:15 p.m.

📍 Place: NZEI Manawatū Office, 200 Ruapehu Drive, Palmerston North

We would absolutely love to see you there! ☕🍰

🚌 ATTENTION PRIMARY PCT1 & PCT2 TEACHERS IN MANAWATŪ! 🚌

Looking for practical inspiration, brilliant classroom setups, and a chance to connect with peers who totally get the first-year or second-year teaching grind?

The Primary PCT Bus Tour 2026 is officially back, and you do not want to miss the bus on this one!

✨ What’s in store for you?
This isn’t just another professional development day sitting in a lecture room. We are hitting the road to visit a variety of local schools across different contexts and communities right here in Manawatū.

On this tour, you will:

Observe real classrooms: Observe authentic classroom practice and get a sneak peek at diverse learning environments and setups.

- Fill your toolkit: Walk away with practical teaching resources, fresh ideas, and proven classroom management strategies.

- Learn from the best: Hear directly from experienced teachers and school leaders who have been in your shoes.

- Grow your network: Connect and share laughs with other beginning teachers from across the region.

Whether you're hunting for ideas on behaviour management, organisation, curriculum delivery, assessment, or just need some tips on maintaining your own wellbeing—this tour has you covered.

🎒 What's included?
- FREE entry! There is absolutely no cost to attend—you just have to be a current NZEI Te Riu Roa Manawatū member (your school will just need to cover reliever costs).

- Full bus transport throughout the day.

- Delicious morning tea and lunch provided.

- Exclusive access to multiple host schools.

📅 The Details:
When: Thursday 30 July 2026 (Term 3, Week 2)

Time: 8:15am – 3:45pm

Who: Open to Primary PCT1 and PCT2 teachers who are members of the NZEI Te Riu Roa Manawatū Branch.

⚠️ Important: Chat with your Principal or Mentor/Tutor Teacher today to arrange your release.

🎟️ Register Early!
Seats on the bus are strictly limited and registrations will close as soon as we hit capacity. Don't miss out on another fantastic tour to support your teaching journey.

👉 Secure your seat right here: https://forms.gle/3ADXAtVHa6Z1DM5U9

Questions? Drop us a line at [email protected]

We can't wait to welcome you aboard! 🍎🍏

ACTION REQUIRED: Budget 2026 Education Survey Calling all educators!

📣 PRIMARY TEACHERS' COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT: HAVE YOUR SAY! 📣

Kia ora team. As you know, a new offer was put to us on Friday. To help us all make an informed decision, a range of online hui are taking place over the next few days to break down what it actually means for us.

By now, you should have also received an email with a link to vote to accept or reject this latest offer.

Knowledge is power! 🍎 We highly encourage everyone to jump into one of these sessions. It’s the best place to hear directly from your negotiating team, ask your questions, and get the clarity you need before casting your vote.

Check out the times below and click the links to register for a hui that suits your schedule:

Hui 2: 30 March 2026 5:00 - 6:00 PM
https://action.nzei.org.nz/events/discuss-your-primary-teachers-collective-agreement-vote-hui-2-1

Hui 3: Tuesday, 31 March 2026 at 7:30 - 8:30 AM
https://action.nzei.org.nz/events/discuss-your-primary-teachers-collective-agreement-vote-hui-3

Hui 4: Tuesday, 31 March 2026 at 5:00 - 6:00 PM
https://action.nzei.org.nz/events/discuss-your-primary-teachers-collective-agreement-vote-hui-4

Hui 5: Wednesday, 1 April 2026 at 5:00 - 6:00 PM
https://action.nzei.org.nz/events/discuss-your-primary-teachers-collective-agreement-vote-hui-5

🗳️ Reminder: Please check your inbox (and your promotions/spam folders just in case!) for your personalised voting link.

📞 Missing your email? If you have not received any emails regarding the vote, please ring NZEI Te Riu Roa on 0800 693 443 so they can help you out.

Let's make sure our collective voice is heard!

Discuss your primary teachers' collective agreement vote - Hui #5 Join members of your Primary Teachers Collective Agreement negotiating team to discuss the latest offer for your collective agreement The link to join this online hui via Zoom will be available on this page after you RSVP. It will also be sent to you via email.