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Online gaming leading to gambling harm

New research from AUT’s Pacific Islands Families shows regular online gaming as a teenager is a significant predictor of gambling harm at aged 22.

New youth crime laws unlikely to work

Science shows the brain is being rewired during adolescence, up to age 25. But the government’s proposed law reforms overlook these biological influences.

Evolving industry prompts degree revamp

Refreshed Master of Communication Studies degree provides fresh challenges to meet the needs of a diverse, rapidly changing industry.

AUT helps warriors draw go with a bang

Chemistry Professor Allan Blackman stars in a fun new NZ Warriors social media campaign highlighting the NRL’s 2025 draw.

More areas of NZ becoming news deserts

With 14 community newspapers set to close, research suggests this could leave citizens struggling for community information and feeling more isolated.

COP 29: who pays for climate action?

This year’s United Nations climate summit, the Conference of the Parties (COP29), has been dubbed the “finance COP”.

AUT wins at Lexus Design Awards 2024

Last week at the 2024 annual Lexus Design Awards, third-year AUT industrial design students Daniel Brink and Deanna Griffin won first and second place.

Can NZ divest from Israeli investments?

If the NZ government were to divest from Israeli investments, what would its options be? AUT Law School’s Myra Williamson examines the issue.

Why you should learn another language

In the age of artificial intelligence, why invest the time and effort to learn another language when it seems technology can do it for you?

New looks hit runway at AUT fashion show

From barn jackets to boho chic, more than 20 AUT graduating fashion students showcased their designs on the runway this Saturday.