Pānui News

Explore the latest news, research, and real-world impact from our education, health, and psychological sciences communities.

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    A strong foundation for school leadership

    For Kaipara College principal Jane Coup, the Master of Secondary School Leadership provided the bridge between trusting her instincts and becoming a more considered and confident leader.

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    Simulation Suite born again

    2026 marks an exciting milestone for the Faculty of Education, Health, and Psychological Sciences, with Te Puna Hauora, the School of Health, now permanently based on the Kelburn campus.

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    New chapter begins for Te Puna Hauora at Kelburn

    Karakia, water, and waiata marked the opening and blessing of Level 2 of the Easterfield building on Friday 22 May, as the Te Puna Hauora—School of Health began the first phase of its transition from Newtown Hospital to the Kelburn campus.

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    Strengthening palliative care pathways for Pacific peoples

    A team co-led by researchers from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington and AUT has received $1.2 million in funding from the Health Research Council of New Zealand (HRC) to lead a project that advances the wellbeing of Pasifika communities in Aotearoa New Zealand.