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Concussion has massive impact on jobs

A new study highlights the impact of concussions on Kiwis’ earnings and employment; showing even a mild brain injury can lead to long-term loss of income.

Jack and Jill can teach us about the CGT

In NZ, capital gains tax debates are like zombies, constantly getting killed off and coming back to life. The debate needs a broader definition of “fair”.

NZ sentencing reforms: dogma or data?

The proposals ignore the fact that most of the people in the judicial system have a reduced capacity to take personal responsibility for their actions.

Could “slow tourism” offset overtourism?

Mindfulness – being fully present in the moment – has influenced several sectors, including slow food, slow fashion, and now slow travel.

Would a Universal Basic Income work?

A new US study gives insights into what might be expected if the UBI becomes a reality – and the findings may surprise, writes NZPRI’s Alexander Plum.

Big Oil could help the green transition

What if Big Oil championed – and profited from – the green transition? Here’s how it could work.

Can a $5 T-shirt ever be ethical?

Everyone loves a deal, but can a $5 t-shirt ever be ethical? Probably not, says Lisa McEwan, AUT senior lecturer in design for sustainability and fashion.

Jack and Jill can teach us about the CGT

In NZ, capital gains tax debates are like zombies, constantly getting killed off and coming back to life. The debate needs a broader definition of “fair”.

NZ sentencing reforms: dogma or data?

The proposals ignore the fact that most of the people in the judicial system have a reduced capacity to take personal responsibility for their actions.

Concussion has massive impact on jobs

A new study highlights the impact of concussions on Kiwis’ earnings and employment; showing even a mild brain injury can lead to long-term loss of income.

New programme to benefit student nurses

In a new partnership, AUT and Southern Cross Health Trust are offering student nurses support as they navigate their studies and clinical placements.

Concussion research offers new insights

New research could revolutionise the understanding of concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), including brain inflammation and recovery.

AUT innovators named as finalists in Kiw

Two AUT innovators whose research and entrepreneurship are on a path to disrupt the global surfactant industry have been named finalists in...

Take a look inside AUT's Living Labs

A new video looks at how AUT's Living Labs project is connecting people to nature by interweaving ecological science and mātauranga Māori.

Q&A – Alumn redefines virtual travel

Meet Sean Mascarenhas, an AUT alumnus who is using virtual technology to change how we see travel.

Tuvalu Language Week 2024

As part of Tuvalu Language Week 2024, an AUT Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) student shares her language learning journey.

AUT research receives $7m boost

AUT researchers have secured $7 million in funding through the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s Endeavour Fund.

AUT hosts High Commissioner of India

A visit by the High Commissioner of India to AUT celebrated the deepening relationship between the University and Indian institutions.