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New Zealand Invests $140M to Combat School Absenteeism

5/14/2025

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The New Zealand government is making a bold move to boost school attendance with a $140 million investment in a new service. This initiative aims to reach twice as many students in just four years, tackling chronic absenteeism and socio-economic hurdles with $123 million dedicated to the service and $17 million for on-the-ground support.

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Story summary

The New Zealand government is making a bold move to boost school attendance with a $140 million investment in a new service. This initiative aims to reach twice as many students in just four years, tackling chronic absenteeism and socio-economic hurdles with $123 million dedicated to the service and $17 million for on-the-ground support.