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Cost just one piece of solar puzzle

Rooftop solar has emerged as a policy contest this election year, but AUT research suggests proposed measures aren’t enough to drive solar uptake at scale.

NZ retirement needs more than tinkering

The hope of a comfortable retirement is fading for many struggling retirees, yet policies tabled in Election 2026 are just tinkering around the edges.

Q&A: Journalism Matters

Why does journalism matter in a democracy? Dr Greg Treadwell tackles trust, public funding, media criticism and the changing news landscape.

Homelessness more than a housing problem

New research finds homeless people are confronting systems-wide gaps between public services, from housing and income to health and justice.

NZ late to homosexual law reform

While celebrating 40 years of the Homosexual Law Reform Act, NZ must also acknowledge it has been a “slow follower” next to comparable countries.

AI could be NZ’s competitive advantage

Tech leader and alumnus discusses the geopolitics of AI at AUT.

From South Auckland to The Hague

AUT law students Tremayne Thompson and Jazz Chhatwal are officially world champions.

Engage in good faith on the Treaty

How we approach te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi has become one of the most contentious challenges facing the country.

AUT marks World Refugee Day

AUT marks World Refugee Day, highlighting its Refugee Education Centre and support for learners building new lives in Aotearoa.

Tougher theft laws hit women hardest

The number of women behind bars is forecast to jump by 63%, almost double the overall rate.