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Rift highlights drivers of foreign aid

The NZ-Kiribati diplomatic rift shows how personalities and misunderstanding can often drive foreign policy and aid, says AUT Law School’s Sione Tekiteki.

Māori lead innovative housing projects

A community-run housing initiative in Te Tairāwhiti (East Coast) shows that innovative approaches to home ownership can be found within communities.

KiwiSaver shakeup has pros and cons

Proposed changes would make it easier for KiwiSaver managers to invest in private assets - but also bring concerns that may outweigh any benefits.

How will DEI fare in NZ in 2025?

The claim that ‘everyone is equal under the law’ is a noble goal, but it ignores NZ’s inequitable access to education, employment, housing and healthcare.

Join AUT at BGO 2025

AUT is a very proud sponsor of Big Gay Out and welcomes people to join the celebration of the Rainbow communities.

AUT partners with Auckland FC

AUT has become an official partner of New Zealand’s newest A-League club, Auckland FC.

How workers can win in no-win situations

Research shows how “pragmatic paradoxes” put workers in unwinnable situations and explores why some cope better than others in these tough environments.

Climate change exhibition at AUT

An acclaimed exhibition that showcases the devastating impacts of climate change in the Pacific is being held at AUT.

New podcast: concussions in sport

AUT’s new podcast features academics and former All Blacks to demystify concussions and give insight into the risks and benefits of playing contact sports.

Work or play? “Kidfluencing” is complex

The rise of kidfluencers globally raises questions about tensions between play and labour, independence and control, privacy, profit, and online success.