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News and views from Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland

Feature Article

Recipients of Royal Society Te Apārangi Research Honours 2026: (from top left clockwise) Dr Linetto Basilone, Professors Rod Gover,  Melinda Webber, Charles Clifton, and Udaya Madawala.

4 November 2026

Seven researchers from the University of Auckland have had their significant contributions recognised with national awards.

Sustainable impact

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Arts and culture

  • Patrick Savage portrait

    5 November 2026

    As part of an ongoing series, Ingenio asks academics to share what's on their podcast playlists.

  • Maxine Lewis wearing her Taylor Swift scarf

    4 November 2026

    Academic Maxine Lewis is exploring echoes of classic tales in the work of popstar Taylor Swift.

  • Richard Lewer portrait

    3 November 2026

    Alumni profile: Richard Lewer, winner of Australia's top portraiture prize, talks about his frank, funny and often challenging paintings.

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Business and economy

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Education and society

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Te ao Māori

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Health and medicine

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Politics and law

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Science and technology

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University news

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The Challenge

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