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Asbestos warning for rangoli powder

Asbestos warning for rangoli powder

If it’s not tested, don’t use it: AUT researcher Terri-Ann Berry warns against using coloured sand to create rangoli this Diwali, due to asbestos risk.

Parental support eases impact of discrimination

Parental support eases discrimination

The world can be cruel, and particularly so for sexual minorities. Brandi Ladyman-Miller’s thesis at AUT found parents can make a big difference.

New MPs face brutal learning curve. Why?

New MPs face brutal learning curve. Why?

New AUT research shows how hard the move into new political jobs can be – and how parliament, the media and the public might better support newcomers.

The Self-Funded Vaka

The Self-Funded Vaka

The annual Kōrero/Talanoa event brought together Māori and Pacific industry and community experts, entrepreneurs, whānau, alumni and students.

New MPs face brutal learning curve. Why?

New MPs face brutal learning curve. Why?

New AUT research shows how hard the move into new political jobs can be – and how parliament, the media and the public might better support newcomers.

Q&A: Infrastructure Matters

Q&A: Infrastructure Matters

AUT Professor John Tookey answers questions on housing, transport, infrastructure, flood risk, project costs and household energy in Aotearoa.

Parental support eases impact of discrimination

Parental support eases discrimination

The world can be cruel, and particularly so for sexual minorities. Brandi Ladyman-Miller’s thesis at AUT found parents can make a big difference.

Is pasta a type of noodle? The surprisingly serious debate over two beloved carbs

Is pasta a type of noodle?

At first glance, “noodles versus pasta” might seem like a frivolous variant of the East–West power struggle.

Public art and architecture make meaning

Public art and architecture make meaning

The City Rail Link and surrounding artworks play an important role in building a sense of reenchantment and connection in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Asbestos warning for rangoli powder

Asbestos warning for rangoli powder

If it’s not tested, don’t use it: AUT researcher Terri-Ann Berry warns against using coloured sand to create rangoli this Diwali, due to asbestos risk.

Helping more people access cancer treatment

Helping people access cancer treatment

AUT Emeritus Professor Stephen Henry founds Equitable Oncology

AUT study reveals brain injury inequity

AUT study reveals brain injury inequity

New research has revealed that Māori, males and those who are socioeconomically deprived are more likely to suffer severe traumatic brain injuries (sTBI).

Q&A: Squid Matters

Q&A: Squid Matters

AUT Professor Kat Bolstad discusses deep-sea squid, their place in ocean ecosystems, the differences between giant and colossal squid and more.

From research to reality at AUT forum

From research to reality at AUT forum

Manufacturers, industry leaders, academics and engineering students met at AUT for the inaugural Advancing Manufacturing Forum (AMF 2026).

Dramatic impact of Hunga volcano

Dramatic impact of Hunga volcano

The most explosive eruption of the last century – the 2022 Hunga volcano near Tonga - caused massive changes to the ocean floor.

It’s Fijian Language Week

It’s Fijian Language Week

AUT is proud to celebrate Fijian Language Week alongside three AUT students of Fijian heritage for whom tabua are a sacred taonga.

AUT announces new Faculty

AUT announces new Faculty

New faculty brings together complementary areas of research and teaching.

A culinary trip of a lifetime

A culinary trip of a lifetime

A group of AUT students recently returned from an extraordinary experience in Europe.