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World-leading asbestos research at AUTWorld-leading asbestos research at AUT

World-leading asbestos research at AUT

Architecture and built environment
30 Mar, 2026
Research to determine if asbestos fibres found in kids’ play sand can be inhaled is underway, led by AUT Associate Professor Terri-Ann Berry
Market volatility can work for saversMarket volatility can work for savers

Market volatility can work for savers

Business
30 Mar, 2026
Volatility is our friend when investing. It doesn’t feel good while we are experiencing it – but falling markets can sometimes help long-term investors.
AUT climbs global rankingsAUT climbs global rankings

AUT climbs global rankings

26 Mar, 2026
AUT has broken into the world’s top 25 universities for sports-related subjects and is equal first in New Zealand for hospitality.
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Business news

Market volatility can work for saversMarket volatility can work for savers

Market volatility can work for savers

Business
30 Mar, 2026
Volatility is our friend when investing. It doesn’t feel good while we are experiencing it – but falling markets can sometimes help long-term investors.
Recognising excellenceRecognising excellence

Recognising excellence

Business
20 Mar, 2026
Business School celebrates the 2025 Top Scholar Awards and Beta Gamma Sigma inductees.
What’s the point of performance reviews?What’s the point of performance reviews?

What’s the point of performance reviews?

Business
20 Mar, 2026
Perhaps the most meaningful metric businesses can adopt is one that measures the effectiveness of performance metrics themselves.
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Culture and society news

Young people expert in own digital livesYoung people expert in own digital lives

Young people expert in own digital lives

Communication studies
26 Mar, 2026
New AUT research says young people should be involved in developing campaigns to educate and protect them from online harms.
Youth happiness in NZ is falling fastYouth happiness in NZ is falling fast

Youth happiness in NZ is falling fast

Social sciences and public policy
23 Mar, 2026
The well-being of our young people has gotten worse over the past decade, and higher levels of social media use are linked to lower well-being.
Decolonisation in the Canary IslandsDecolonisation in the Canary Islands

Decolonisation in the Canary Islands

Language and culture
18 Mar, 2026
People in the Canary Islands are not formally recognised as Indigenous peoples within Spain’s legal and political frameworks.
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Health news

Q&A: Teeth MattersQ&A: Teeth Matters

Q&A: Teeth Matters

Health sciences
26 Mar, 2026
If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so expensive to go to the dentist Chanae Ihimaera, Senior Lecturer in Oral Health is here to answer your dental questions.
Questions you should ask your dentistQuestions you should ask your dentist

Questions you should ask your dentist

Health sciences
26 Mar, 2026
If the dental bill has ever made you gulp, you’re far from alone - so what questions should you ask to make sure you're getting the correct treatment?
AUT hosts talk on future of healthAUT hosts talk on future of health

AUT hosts talk on future of health

Health sciences
11 Mar, 2026
AUT hosted sector leaders at North Campus to explore how innovation, equity and workforce development will shape the future of health in Aotearoa.
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Science and technology news

World-leading asbestos research at AUTWorld-leading asbestos research at AUT

World-leading asbestos research at AUT

Architecture and built environment
30 Mar, 2026
Research to determine if asbestos fibres found in kids’ play sand can be inhaled is underway, led by AUT Associate Professor Terri-Ann Berry
AUT hosts talk on future of healthAUT hosts talk on future of health

AUT hosts talk on future of health

Health sciences
11 Mar, 2026
AUT hosted sector leaders at North Campus to explore how innovation, equity and workforce development will shape the future of health in Aotearoa.
Science makes a splashScience makes a splash

Science makes a splash

Sport and recreation
02 Mar, 2026
AUT sports science at the Z Manu World Champs
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University news

AUT strengthens alumni ties in ChinaAUT strengthens alumni ties in China

AUT strengthens alumni ties in China

26 Mar, 2026
A recent alumni event in Guangzhou saw graduates from across Southern China celebrate their AUT connection.
AUT climbs global rankingsAUT climbs global rankings

AUT climbs global rankings

26 Mar, 2026
AUT has broken into the world’s top 25 universities for sports-related subjects and is equal first in New Zealand for hospitality.
Recognising excellenceRecognising excellence

Recognising excellence

Business
20 Mar, 2026
Business School celebrates the 2025 Top Scholar Awards and Beta Gamma Sigma inductees.
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Celebrating success

Deborah ManningDeborah Manning

Deborah Manning

19 Feb 2026
Deborah Manning, a senior lecturer in the AUT Law School, has been recognised as one of Australasia’s leading female lawyers.
Professor Heike SchänzelProfessor Heike Schänzel

Professor Heike Schänzel

19 Feb 2026
Professor Heike Schänzel from the School of Hospitality and Tourism is the lead editor of the recently published Handbook on Children and Family Tourism.
Professor Brett CowanProfessor Brett Cowan

Professor Brett Cowan

19 Feb 2026
Professor Brett Cowan, dean of the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, is joining the inaugural board of Research Funding New Zealand.
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