Culture and society news

Newshub's end worsens NZ journalism

With the end of Newshub, the impact on the country’s fragile public sphere will be considerable, as more New Zealand journalists go looking for work.

Why do people listen to talkback radio?

Listeners of talkback radio are a diverse bunch who are often quite different to those who call up and give their opinions on air.

Courts change without cultural reports

AUT Law Professor Kris Gledhill explains how the abolition of cultural reports may change how court hearings operate – and not for the better.

An academic conference: Swiftposium 2024

Senior Lecturer Dr Rebecca Trelease (Te Āti Haunui a Pāpārangi) and Lecturer Angela Asuncion will be presenting at the Swiftposium 2024.

The ‘bible’ of Māori journalism

How is Māori-language journalism different and what is the experience of the journalists who practice it?

Waitangi Day: 5 myths and misconceptions

In an effort to spread greater understanding, Paul Moon, Professor of History, breaks down 5 common myths and misconceptions surrounding the treaty.

The road ahead for NZ’s news media

Senior Lecturer Dr Merja Myllylahti delves into the complex relationship between New Zealand’s journalism and global tech giants in new book.

News fading from sight on social media

Social media platforms are de-prioritising news content. Dr Merja Myllylahti examines this threat to journalism.

Learning better food systems in Nouméa

Two AUT gastronomy students have visited New Caledonia to learn about resilient and sustainable food systems.

Landfall win – a Q&A with Siobhan Harvey

Acclaimed author, and AUT academic, Siobhan Harvey has won the 2023 Landfall Essay Competition.