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Financial literacy a pathway to wealth

Does financial literacy help people get better financial outcomes, or do people become more financially literate as they manage their own finances?

Insights on sustainability experts

2026 Insights on Aotearoa New Zealand’s Sustainability Professionals report.

Climate risk is changing investing. How?

As climate risk grows, investors are looking more closely at returns delivered by funds with strong “environmental, social and governance” (ESG) ratings.

How the pay gap hurts women’s bodies

While many aspects of New Zealand’s enduring gender pay gap have been discussed, its physical impact on workers has been largely overlooked – until now.

Did fees-free help widen access to uni?

New research shows fees-free did little to widen tertiary access and underscores the many barriers that can impact students well before enrolment.

Q&A: Māori Business Matters

How do Māori enterprises contribute to Aotearoa’s economy? Join AUT Ahorangi Professor Emerita Ella Henry to find out why Māori Business Matters.

In healthcare, “sorry” may not be enough

When it comes to medical mistakes, are apologies what patients need most? AUT research surveyed more than 1200 participants to find out.

Q&A: KiwiSaver Matters

Wondering when to start and how best to save for your retirement? Join Professor of Finance Aaron Gilbert to find out why KiwiSaver Matters.

“Lungwashing” stubs out tobacco harm

New AUT research exposes the steps a major tobacco company takes to look like it cares about the health of people and the planet.

Can NZ support more foreign students?

NZ’s push to expand international education appears an easy win for economic growth – but the numbers on paper don’t make for prudent policy. Here’s why.