15-year-old Karnin Petera died on a school trip due to negligence, NZ school ordered to pay reparations.

Whangārei Boys' High School in New Zealand has been ordered to pay over NZ$500,000 (approximately USD 326,000) in reparations following the death of 15-year-old Karnin Petera during a May 2023 school trip to Abbey Caves. The school was found guilty of exposing students to serious risk amid heavy rainfall, despite prior warnings. Karnin's parents criticized the school's lack of accountability and urged a review of its health and safety practices.

September 26, 2024
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