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Climate risk is changing investing. How?Climate risk is changing investing. How?

Climate risk is changing investing. How?

Business
22 May, 2026
As climate risk grows, investors are looking more closely at returns delivered by funds with strong “environmental, social and governance” (ESG) ratings.
AUT shaping our AI futureAUT shaping our AI future

AUT shaping our AI future

22 May, 2026
AUT’s Dr Geri Harris has played a central role in shaping New Zealand’s most influential AI discussion document.
How the pay gap hurts women’s bodiesHow the pay gap hurts women’s bodies

How the pay gap hurts women’s bodies

Business
21 May, 2026
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.
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Business news

Climate risk is changing investing. How?Climate risk is changing investing. How?

Climate risk is changing investing. How?

Business
22 May, 2026
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 bodiesHow the pay gap hurts women’s bodies

How the pay gap hurts women’s bodies

Business
21 May, 2026
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.
Q&A: Māori Business MattersQ&A: Māori Business Matters

Q&A: Māori Business Matters

Business
14 May, 2026
How do Māori enterprises contribute to Aotearoa’s economy? Join AUT Ahorangi Professor Emerita Ella Henry to find out why Māori Business Matters.
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Culture and society news

Q&A: Advertising MattersQ&A: Advertising Matters

Q&A: Advertising Matters

Communication studies
20 May, 2026
Why do some ads stick while others flop? AUT lecturer Dan Fastnedge answers big questions on creativity, bad ads, boycotts and culture in Aotearoa.
Did fees-free help widen access to uni?Did fees-free help widen access to uni?

Did fees-free help widen access to uni?

Business
19 May, 2026
New research shows fees-free did little to widen tertiary access and underscores the many barriers that can impact students well before enrolment.
AUT alumna joins London celebrationsAUT alumna joins London celebrations

AUT alumna joins London celebrations

Hospitality, tourism and events
18 May, 2026
AUT alumna and entrepreneur Natalia Herewini joined young founders in London to represent her growing food business at The King’s Trust celebrations.
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Health news

Boost for AUT immunology researchBoost for AUT immunology research

Boost for AUT immunology research

30 Apr, 2026
Improved health outcomes for Māori and Pacific people will result from a major boost to AUT’s immunology research expertise.
Q&A: Teeth MattersQ&A: Teeth Matters

Q&A: Teeth Matters

Health sciences
26 Mar, 2026
If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so expensive to go to the dentist Chanae Ihimaera, Senior Lecturer in Oral Health is here to answer your dental questions.
How to get a second dental opinionHow to get a second dental opinion

How to get a second dental opinion

Health sciences
26 Mar, 2026
If the dental bill has ever made you gulp, you’re far from alone - so what questions should you ask to make sure you're getting the correct treatment?
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Science and technology news

AUT shaping our AI futureAUT shaping our AI future

AUT shaping our AI future

22 May, 2026
AUT’s Dr Geri Harris has played a central role in shaping New Zealand’s most influential AI discussion document.
Experts discuss AI & data sovereigntyExperts discuss AI & data sovereignty

Experts talk AI & data sovereignty

Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences
22 May, 2026
Unlocking the value of AI without compromising trust or sovereignty was at the heart of the recent AUT Technology in Society Event.
Animating extinct megafaunaAnimating extinct megafauna

Animating extinct megafauna

Art and design
14 May, 2026
AUT’s Dr Jason Kennedy is creating scientifically credible images of extinct Sri Lankan megafauna using 3D animation.
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University news

Austria-NZ collab centres on researchAustria-NZ collab centres on research

Austria-NZ collab centres on research

15 May, 2026
Austria’s TU Wien (Technische Universität Wien) and AUT have signed an agreement to develop a collaboration to enable joint research and partnership.
Celebrate Rotuma Language WeekCelebrate Rotuma Language Week

Celebrate Rotuma Language Week

11 May, 2026
This week marks the first in a series of 12 language weeks celebrating the rich languages of the Pacific.
AUT appoints four Professor EmeritiAUT appoints four Professor Emeriti

AUT appoints four Professor Emeriti

30 Apr, 2026
AUT recognises four distinguished academics as Emeritus Professors for their leadership, research and long-standing service to the University.
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Celebrating success

Kya Raina LalKya Raina Lal

Kya Raina Lal

08 May 2026
Kya Raina Lal from the AUT Law School has been named as a QECT 100 Young Leaders Awardee 2026 by the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust.
Nikki TaylorNikki Taylor

Nikki Taylor

08 May 2026
Alumna Nikki Taylor, who graduated with a Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management in 2013, has just released her new book Is This It?
Maria GillMaria Gill

Maria Gill

08 May 2026
Creative writing alumna Maria Gill is the author of A Flame in the Dark, a young adult historical novel about WWII resistance fighter Nancy Wake.
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