Education Gazette | Tukutuku Kōrero: transitioning to a new chapter

A refreshed Gazette for 2026

From next year, the Gazette will have a refreshed design and presentation. The online
magazine will continue without third-party advertising, allowing more room for the
experiences, perspectives and achievements of ākonga, kaiako and communities to shine.

The Gazette will still highlight stories from across the sector, showcasing local practice,
successes and insights from those working directly with ākonga.
Readers can still expect strong visual storytelling, with photography and layout used to bring these stories to life. The team is also exploring new ways to present features and snapshots from the sector while maintaining the familiar structure and clarity that readers value.

*Recognising the NZME partnership and contribution*

As we prepare for this transition, it is important to recognise the outstanding service and dedication of the NZME team. Their involvement has shaped a significant period of Education Gazette’s history since its first issue was published in 1921. Members of the NZME team have contributed to the Gazette for a minimum of eight years, with some working alongside us for as long as the 30-year partnership. Their efforts have meant the Gazette has consistently been a polished, high-quality publication that readers can rely on, even as it evolved from print to fully digital in 2025. Schools and communities have been accurately represented in every issue, and the Gazette remains a high-quality, visually compelling resource.

The NZME team have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to troubleshoot online posting, assemble layouts under pressure, and capture sector feedback during fast turnaround final layout reviews.

Eleni Hilder

*Eleni Hilder, online content and listings manager*

Eleni has been part of the Gazette for 27 years. Her career with the Gazette began in
another era. When she started a typography apprenticeship with the Government Printing Office in 1979, all government work, including Education Gazette, was produced there. Decades later, Eleni has continued to work on Education Gazette | Tukutuku Kōrero, managing notices and vacancies and supporting schools and educators through countless phone and email enquiries. Her patience, expertise and dedication have made a lasting impact on the many people who rely on the Gazette every week.

Aaron Morey, production manager and Callum Foxall, visual designer

Aaron and Callum have worked closely together to make sure the Gazette’s production is both efficient and visually engaging. Aaron has overseen the full production process for every issue, coordinating content, design and editorial reviews to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards. Callum, brought onto the team by Eleni, focused on layout and visual design, balancing text, images and graphics to present stories in a professional and compelling way. Together, they have guided the Gazette through the transition to digital-only publication, ensuring it remains attractive, easy to navigate, and polished for readers.

Amanda Morrison, sub-editor

Amanda maintains editorial quality, checking every article at multiple stages of production for clarity, consistency, accuracy and readability. Her meticulous attention to detail supports the Gazette’s editorial voice and upholds the professionalism readers expect.

*Jill Parker, account manager*

Jill has been instrumental in making sure advertising remained relevant and useful to the sector, linking themes through issues to practical resources and information. Her
understanding of the sector and commitment to supporting schools and services meant advertising complemented editorial content and added real value for readers.

*Behind the scenes: a reflection*

Behind the polished pages and visual storytelling of the Gazette is an enormous amount of careful coordination, problem-solving, and attention to detail. The NZME team managed magazine production, vacancies, notices, advertising and more, so each part of the Gazette functioned smoothly and effectively.

Even in the digital-only era, the production of the Gazette requires careful orchestration. Content is approved and uploaded, design work begins, editorial review occurs, feedback is captured, and final approvals are incorporated, all under tight deadlines. The team works with sector feedback at every stage, making sure the voices of educators, schools and ākonga are represented accurately.

This reflection highlights just how much dedication, skill and care goes into every issue. The NZME team has quietly kept the Gazette running, polished and professional, supporting the sector in ways that often go unseen. Their work over many years has left a lasting legacy that will continue as the Gazette begins a new chapter.

*Looking ahead*

As the Gazette transitions in-house, the focus remains on supporting educators through reliable services, trusted information and stories that reflect the diversity of learning across Aotearoa.

We look forward to continuing to serve the sector while building on what readers value most about Education Gazette | Tukutuku Kōrero. Thank you for your ongoing support as we move into this next stage together.

Vacancies and notices remain unchanged

One of the most significant aspects of this transition is that the Gazette’s vacancies and notices functions will now be managed in-house. These services are among the most widely used parts of the Gazette, and many schools, kura, and early learning services rely on them for recruitment, important updates and opportunities for professional development.

The Education Gazette website will remain the central place to find teaching and leadership positions, support staff roles, professional learning opportunities, and sector updates. The Gazette phone line will only be contactable on 0800 GAZETTE (0800 429 3883), providing direct support for any enquiries about listings. These online and phone services will remain familiar and reliable as we continue to refine the experience of submitting and finding information, based on your feedback.