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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.

Global role for AUT lean construction

AUT’s leading role in Lean Construction has seen the School of Future Environments take on the co-lead of a prestigious international group.

Why studying languages still matters

Apps can now translate in the time it takes to blink. It is breathtaking – and sometimes a bit eerie.

Trust in news up significantly in 2026

The latest Trust in News report shows trust up significantly, and journalism revived as a trusted source

AUT design grads win at WAFF

The film More Than Magic by AUT Bachelor of Design grads won the Jury Prize at the Wellington Animation Film Festival (WAFF) Student Animation Awards

Audit finds support for siblings lacking

A new audit of children's hospitals in NZ and Australia shows that siblings of children with serious conditions are often overlooked and lack support.

Q&A: Apartment Living Matters

Can a body corporate prevent you from using your unit as an Airbnb? Join Rod Thomas to find out what you need to know about living in an apartment.

AUT grad selected for wool internship

AUT Master of Design graduate Ella Cook will head to Italy this year as part of a global wool industry partnership between Zentera and Reda.

Young people expert in own digital lives

New AUT research says young people should be involved in developing campaigns to educate and protect them from online harms.

Youth happiness in NZ is falling fast

The well-being of our young people has gotten worse over the past decade, and higher levels of social media use are linked to lower well-being.