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Waikato celebrates alumni making an impact worldwide
Three outstanding alumni who were recognised for their achievements and contributions to literature, justice and business at the University of Waikato’s Distinguished Alumni Awards.
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The ageing terraces: are our major events ready for an older New Zealand?
As New Zealand’s population ages, are our major events keeping up? Dr Samantha Heath argues stadium access must extend beyond the gates to ensure older fans can enjoy a night out.
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The secret life of words: Mikee Donato’s North Island road trip takes 2026 Sargeson Prize
Mikee Donato has won the 2026 Sargeson Prize and $15,000 for ‘Wilding Pines’, with a record 1,519 entries highlighting the strength of short story writing in New Zealand.
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GPs can now prescribe ADHD medication – but big barriers to treatment remain
GPs can now prescribe ADHD medication in New Zealand, improving access to treatment, but significant barriers to diagnosis, affordability and ongoing care remain.
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Waikato University and Fonterra develop future primary sector leaders
Waikato Management School and Fonterra are partnering to develop future governance leaders through practical learning, industry expertise, coaching and mentoring from 2027.
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Brainwaves: Targeting a new weak spot in drug-resistant gonorrhoea
The bacterium that causes gonorrhoea has developed resistance to almost every antibiotic used against it. University of Waikato postdoctoral fellow, Dr Keely Oldham is looking for new ways to fight back.
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Where should NZ stand on global AI risk? 3 principles to guide a stronger strategy
New Zealand needs a stronger AI strategy that balances innovation with global risks, guided by international cooperation, responsible governance and long-term resilience.
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Fit, thin, curvy and toned: the contradictory body ideals young NZ women face online
Young women in a new study described feeling unable to escape online pressure to improve their appearance and their lives, even when they recognised its harm.
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Hungry scent detection dogs more likely to ‘cry wolf’
New research has found hunger could affect the accuracy of scent detection dogs – with dogs working for treats more likely to falsely identify a scent when they haven’t eaten.
Nature's hidden connections: Waikato University study reveals what keeps ecosystems healthy
New international research has found that healthy ecosystems depend on more than just having lots of species – they rely on the complex relationships between plants, prey and predators.
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