Pacific governments and media crackdown

As fears grow over the coronavirus, some governments stand accused of using tough lockdown rules to silence criticism, writes Professor David Robie.

Study of Pacific people comes of age

For nearly 20 years, an AUT study has been tracking the development of 1,400 Pacific children.

AUT choir perform with Hugh Jackman

On Friday 6 September and Saturday 7 September, AUT’s Oceanian Voices choir performed at Hugh Jackman’s Auckland shows.

19 first in family scholarships awarded

19 AUT students were awarded Woolf Fisher First-in-Family AUT Scholarships at a celebration event at the AUT South Campus on Thursday 29 August.

Athlete development must better support Indigenous and Pasifika players

Athlete development must better support Pacific and indigenous players, argues Sierra Keung from AUT’s School of Sport and Recreation.

62% increase in AUT researchers

Growing expertise to help New Zealand and the world

Marginalisation on health policy groups

A new study, which explores Māori and Pasifika leaders’ experiences on government advisory groups, indicates ongoing inequities in the development of New Z

Fat-shaming in public health

Dr Isaac Warbrick argues that societal and institutional racism affect nutrition, physical activity and weight loss in indigenous communities.

Researching inflammation and depression

Auckland University of Technology has won a Marsden Grant of $827K to investigate the relationship between inflammation in the body and depression.

AUT awards Emeritus Professor

AUT has awarded Tagaloatele Professor Peggy Fairbairn-Dunlop the title of Emeritus Professor in recognition of her contributions to Pacific development iss