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Blowing the dust off founding documents

Two texts offer important insights into how we might understand the role of the Treaty and the principles that emerge from it.

Change to NZ’s gang law is risky

New gang laws not only contain bad ideas, but they also breach our constitutional standards and processes, writes Law Professor Kris Gledhill.

Spend the summer with Taylor Swift?

AUT is offering Australasia’s first university level course studying Taylor Swift; looking at Swift’s 18-year career through the lens of communications.

A closer look at school zone fraud

The teacher a child has matters more than the school they attend, says Senior Lecturer Stuart Deerness.

Bringing the law to life

AUT Law School brings the law to life through a variety of distinguished speakers who share their real-world legal experiences with students.

Big Oil could help the green transition

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

What if your home is deemed uninsurable?

As the risk from natural disasters grows, insurers must explore alternative models and innovate if New Zealand is to adapt to future change.

Power of words: Dua Lipa is a poet too

The significance and solace of poetry is closer than you think, writes Siobhan Harvey.

AUT students redesign St Paul Street

The semi-permanent street upgrade, opening late next month, was designed by postgraduate students in collaboration with Auckland Council.

AUT finalists at Best Awards 2024

This year’s Best Awards finalist list features 77 AUT student projects.