Teacher Matekino Matthews loses registration over serious misconduct

Stuff1NewsNZ HeraldThursday 30 July 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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The Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal has cancelled Matekino Matthews' registration following findings of serious misconduct. The charges included engaging in a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old student and assisting other pupils with cheating on assessments.

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First reported by Stuff, Thu 30 Jul, 11:37am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 2 hours
  1. StuffStuff

    Teacher had sex with her student, among a litany of improper conduct (opens in new tab)

  2. 1News1News

    Teacher had sex with student, helped others cheat on assessments (opens in new tab)

  3. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Teacher Matekino Matthews loses registration after sexual relationship with student (opens in new tab)