Burnside High School in New Zealand closes 2 classroom blocks due to earthquake safety standards.

Burnside High School in New Zealand will close 2 classroom blocks I & J due to them not meeting earthquake safety standards. The school's seismic assessment revealed both blocks were rated at 15%NBS, falling below the required minimum of 34%NBS. The school will reopen on March 25 with new timetables and teaching locations after a temporary closure for reconfiguration.