At the New Zealand National Party's annual conference, party leader and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a series of significant policy changes aimed at revolutionizing various key sectors, including education, security, and housing. The reforms are scheduled to take effect in early 2025, with the goal of addressing current social issues and shaping the country's future.
A major education reform to be implemented ahead of schedule is the introduction of a new math curriculum structure for students aged 0-8. This curriculum will draw inspiration from advanced teaching systems in Singapore and Australia, with local adjustments to ensure that New Zealand students can achieve global math standards. The government will also invest NZD 200 million in teacher professional development and provide targeted interventions for students.
In the security sector, Luxon announced an end to the