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RNZ: Morning Report
University criticised over sexual assault complaint handling

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 3:38


Auckland University is facing criticism from its own staff over its handling of sexual assault, bullying and harassment allegations against a former chemistry professor. Ke-Xin Li reports.

Leaders Getting Coffee with Bruce Cotterill
Episode 63: Orion Health Founder, Ian McCrae

Leaders Getting Coffee with Bruce Cotterill

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 64:53


In episode 63 of the Leaders Getting Coffee podcast, our guest is the Founder of Orion Health, Ian McCrae. He is regarded by many as one of the early “heroes” of the New Zealand tech sector, but Ian McCrae refers to himself as simply a passionate engineering entrepreneur, and he remains committed to his mission to leverage technology in order to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare for every person. After an undistinguished high school education, he found his way at Auckland University where he graduated with an engineering degree and a Masters. Along the way he took a break to hitchhike around the world, a journey that saw him in London during the sharemarket crash and in Iran during the revolution, a period which enhanced his already substantial levels of resilience. Back in New Zealand, his Masters thesis led him to Antarctica where he modelled the ice shelf flows long before it was cool to do so. A series of jobs in the tech space led him to decide that the health sector was where the opportunity was and Orion Health was born. Ian’s story of establishing a global business, on limited funding and heavily reliant on suitcases and shoe leather, has plenty of lessons for every aspiring entrepreneur. During the Leaders Getting Coffee Podcast, he speaks with Bruce Cotterill about his combination of sales skills and software knowledge creating a critical combination enabling his success. There’s plenty of chat about the early days of cracking the US market and the ups and downs that followed. Five years ago, his life was upended with the diagnosis of a brain tumour. And as you might expect from a technology leader with a passion for healthcare, he has piloted his treatment programme via his own software and the AI tools that we all have access to. The result has seen him outlive his original diagnosis four-fold and he’s showing no signs of slowing down. He’s also outspoken about what those same AI tools should mean for the health system, and he sees opportunities to overtake our unaffordable current approach to healthcare and move directly to a new way, one which sees the patient at the centre of their own care and AI providing the interface between the system and the needs of the population. This is the opportunity to hear from a man who is a massively successful New Zealand entrepreneur. But that man is also patient in our health system, one with strong and well qualified opinions on the future direction of one of our government’s biggest challenges. Leaders Getting Coffee – Episode 63 with Bruce Cotterill and Ian McCrae, Founder of Orion Health and Brain Tumour patient. Download it here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Morning Report
Oncology professor discusses new cancer drug breakthrough

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 6:57


Medical researchers are hailing a new drug to treat the world's most deadly cancer as the biggest breakthrough in decades. Auckland University's Associate Professor of Oncology, Dr Ben Lawrence spoke to John Campbell.

Holiday Breakfast
Chris Bullen: Auckland University Public Health Professor on the increase in people wanting to quit vaping

Holiday Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 3:46 Transcription Available


More people are wanting to give up vaping, for a variety of reasons. Almost 16,000 people reached out to Quitline last year, with a quarter enrolled in the Quit Vaping programme. Māori make up 23 percent of those seeking support. Auckland University Public Health Professor Chris Bullen says vaping is less harmful than smoking, but also has negative impacts. He explained people are considering costs, potential long-term health effects and if they want to be addicted to something. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Joshua Yuvaraj: Auckland University law expert on the concerns raised over AI-related court filings

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 4:48 Transcription Available


There's concern over legal material generated by artificial intelligence. The Supreme Court has issued warnings AI-generated filings may not necessarily be correct or accurate. Auckland University law expert Joshua Yuvaraj says lawyers overseas are getting pulled up for incorrect AI use. "Typically, what'll happen is that the other side will review and say to the court - look, this case or that case doesn't exist, that will then bring it to the court's attention, and we'll have to decide what we do from here." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cult Chat
Episode 91 - University Recruitment & the ICOC with Anton (Part 1)

Cult Chat

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 53:56


Lindy introduces us to Anton, former member of the International Church of Christ, a group he encountered while studying at Auckland University. Anton tells us in part 1 how he was recruited into this controversial group, and slowly his life became entirely focused on their activities. Join us as we talk red and green flags, thought reform criteria, and we explore some of unique situational factors which put students at risk of recruitment.If you'd like to contact us to tell us your story, to give us some ideas, or to give us some ideas about future episodes, reach us by emailing info@cultchat.org.nzTo learn more about the organisations which our hosts run when we are not Cult-Chatting, check out:Gloriavale Leavers' Support Trust https://www.gloriavaleleavers.org.nz/Olive Leaf Network https://nz.oliveleaf.network/Cult-Informed Professional Network https://www.cipnetwork.org/You can follow Cult Chat on our socialsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cultchat/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cult_chat/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CultChat

RNZ: The Detail
Why ultra-processed foods are so addictive

RNZ: The Detail

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 21:50


New research from Auckland University reveals why it's not entirely our own fault for loving junk foodThe marketers of ultra-processed foods have taken a leaf out of the tobacco industry's playbook to make their foods more addictiveFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

RNZ: Checkpoint
Dua Lipa suing Samsung for using photos in packaging

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 5:35


Grammy winning pop star Dua Lipa refuses to be put in a box or actually anywhere on the box, when it comes to selling TVs. The singer is suing the electronic giant Samsung for $15 million us-dollars for allegedly using her photo to sell televisions in the US. The pop star's face is plastered across the packaging of Samsung's TVs. Auckland University senior law lecturer Joshua Yuvaraj has been following the action and spoke to Lisa Owen.

RNZ: Checkpoint
Processed food designed to make people eat more - study

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 7:13


Ever thought about how irresistible junk food is? New research from Auckland University has found that Ultra Processed food or UPF is designed and marketed to achieve exactly those emotional and biological reaction. So, it raises the question; is over consumption of junk food just about personal choice or is big food taking advantage of how people think feel and behave? University of Auckland's Dr Joshua Clark spoke to Lisa Owen.

RNZ: Morning Report
Waikato says new med school will boost rural care

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 6:22


Waikato University is defending plans for New Zealand's third medical school after criticism from Auckland University's medical dean, who said existing schools could have trained more rural doctors sooner if they had capacity for more students. Professor Joseph Lane, Pro Vice-Chancellor of Health at Waikato University spoke to John Campbell.

RNZ: Morning Report
Concern raising super age would widen inequality

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 6:23


An Auckland University researcher says raising the superannuation age will increase inequality, especially for Maori and Pasifika. The Director of Auckland University's Centre for Co-Created Ageing Research, Professor Ngaire Kerse, who also works as a GP spoke to John Campbell.

RNZ: The Panel
The Panel Plus

RNZ: The Panel

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 20:15


An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: have you ever opted for a pair of $2 shop glasses to avoid the cost of eye test and prescription specs? You're not alone, and a group of Auckland University researchers say that's an avoidable problem.

RNZ: Morning Report
New med school not sole fix for rural shortage

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 6:01


The head of Auckland University's medical school says a new medical school won't solve the rural health workforce shortage. Dr Warwick Bagg is the Dean of the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences at the University of Auckland and spoke to John Campbell.

RNZ: The Panel
The Panel with Leonie Freeman and Simon Wilson, Part 1

RNZ: The Panel

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 24:57


Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Leonie Freeman and Simon Wilson. First up, new immigration rules will require prospect citizens to take a test on New Zealand values. Does this point us towards a US approach? Auckland University social work Professor Jay Marlow thinks so. Then, do 3D-printed guns pose a threat to New Zealand? Hundreds of blueprints are easily findable online, and police seized nearly 100 of them last year.

The Royal Studies Podcast
Interview with Elizabeth Eltze on Amannote-erike, ancient King of Kush

The Royal Studies Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 34:18


We are joined by Dr. Elizabeth Eltze to discuss the reign of Amannote-erike, ancient King of Kush. Elizabeth is an early career researcher in ancient northeast African studies – primarily Nubiology. Originally from South Africa, she moved to Auckland, New Zealand some years ago, and completed her studies in Ancient History at the University of Auckland with a doctoral degree in 2019.Guest Bio:Liz continues to research ancient Egypt and Sudan, and has recently moved into museum and heritage studies, focusing on African collections in museums and in Africa and the repatriation debate. She is passionate about researching and teaching African history and the intersectional identities at the heart of African heritages. Currently working at the Auckland University of Technology in Research Support, and generally being a nuisance to museums and other researchers around the globe, Liz publishes as frequently as her neurospiciness will allow her to. See some of her publications below:Eltze, Elizabeth. “Putting your best foot forward: Two votive offerings of feet at Temple T at Kawa.” Der Antike Sudan. Mitteilungen der Sudanarchäologischen Gesellschaft zu Berlin 29 (2018): 97-105. https://journals.ub.uni-heidelberg.de/index.php/mittsag/article/download/90583/85199Eltze, Elizabeth. “‘Nom de Guerre' or Misnomer? Brief considerations regarding the titularies of Amannote‐erike*.” KUSH 1 (2014): 1-13.Follow Elizabeth on academia.eduFor more on Queens of Kush:Lohwasser, Angelika. “Queenship in Kush: Status, Role and Ideology of Royal Women.” Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 38 (2001): 61-76. https://www.jstor.org/stable/40000552 Lohwasser, Angelika and Jacke Phillips. “Women in Ancient Kush.” In The Oxford Handbook of Ancient Nubia, edited by Geoff Emberling and Bruce Beyer Williams, 1015–1032. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2021. 

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Is owning a rental property still worth it?

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 15:05


Stagnant rents, vacancies and falling capital gains and seeing so-called mum and dad investors are pulling back from owning rental properties. But what does that mean for the housing market? Auckland University associate professor Michael Rehm.

RNZ: Nights
Shower Thought: Why are children so bendy?

RNZ: Nights

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 8:09


To answer our question, Emile is joined by Dr Thor Bresier, a Professor at Auckland University's Bioengineering Institute. 

95bFM: The Wire
The Wire w/ Manny: 06 May, 2026

95bFM: The Wire

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026


This week on the Wednesday Wire... For our weekly catchup w/ the Green Party, host Manny spoke with MP Ricardo Menéndez March about the Green Party's bill to protect people placing emergency calls for drug overdoses and the tensions between National and NZ First over our stance on the Iran war. Producer Toby spoke to Auckland University emeritus professor Dr. Ralph Cooney about the uptake of renewable energy in the United States. Producer Theo spoke to Lo Aleen, campaigner calling for New Zealand to officially recognise the Armenian Genocide.

RNZ: Morning Report
Calls for winter energy payments to extend to tertiary students

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 3:32


A student union wants to see the winter energy payment expanded to include tertiary students, saying some are choosing between heating and eating. Auckland University of Technology Students Association president James Portegys spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Darren Powell: Auckland University Associate Health Education Professor on the backlash to the new draft curriculums

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 5:26 Transcription Available


There's claims the Ministry of Education hasn't delivered on key promises. Specialist teachers are slamming the draft curriculums for music, PE, science, technology and history. Auckland University Associate Health Education Professor, Darren Powell, says there are positive elements. But he says he's concerned there's too long between introducing students to concepts, and expanding them further. "When they've talked about carefully sequencing content across those 10 years, there's large gaps. It hasn't really been sequenced very well at all." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Erica Stanford: Education Minister clarifies concerns raised over draft curriculum

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 4:46 Transcription Available


Critics of the Government's new draft curriculum have raised concerns that it's skipped over some key areas, and the Education Minister is looking to clear things up. Earlier, Auckland University's Darren Powell earlier claimed knowledge vital for students' understanding of mental heath, food and nutrition and sexual education is absent from the draft. Erica Stanford says the curriculum covers health, wellness, tolerance and consent, and the Government was very careful in planning this out. "Everything in the curriculum, all the way up, is about mental health and building resilient kids and doing it in a wonderfully positive way. It is a wonderful curriculum and it just indicates to me, frankly, that a lot of these people who are speaking out have not actually read the curriculum." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Building better braces for children with cerebral palsy

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 7:38


An Auckland University researcher is using virtual reality, 3D printing, and real-time data to design and create leg braces for children with cerebral palsy, that are more comfortable. Cerebral palsy affects 1 in 500 New Zealand children, and 7000 New Zealanders currently live with cerebral palsy. It generally appears in very early childhood as the result of brain damage that occurs before or during a baby's birth, and the main symptoms are related to movement and posture. About half of children with cerebral palsy need ankle-foot braces to help them walk and prevent muscle tightening, but they can be bulky and uncomfortable. Sara Chami worked as a clinical orthotist in Tehran fitting braces for children. And also studied prosthetics. She's now with Auckland University's Bioengineering Institute and researching if the braces can be built better.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Science: Auto-brewery syndrome, Trump autism claim debunked

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 8:57


Science correspondent Allan Blackman details three studies, including one that looks at the mystifying auto-brewery syndrome where people appear to be affected by alcohol but have imbibed none. He'll also look at one that has found no link between autism and taking paracetamol while pregnant and that nuclear fusion may never be cost-competitive with renewable energy. Allan Blackman is a Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Auckland University of Technology

RNZ: The Panel
The Panel Plus

RNZ: The Panel

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 39:30


An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Diver and head of Auckland University's Anaethesiology department, Simon Mitchell, joins Wallace for a look at the dark, watery world of cave diving.

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RNZ: Morning Report
New AI tool successful at finding vulnerabilities in systems

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 5:36


A new AI tool developed by Anthropic AI is so successful at finding vulnerabilities in computer systems, the company hasn't released it publicly. Auckland University computer science professor Michael Witbrock spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

RNZ: Nights
The significance of the Artemis moon mission

RNZ: Nights

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 9:36


Astronomer and rocket fan Professor Richard Easther from Auckland University's Department of Physics joins Emile Donovan.

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
Should we be tapping into more geothermal energy?

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 9:45


We've been having lots of conversations about energy recently, and one area many of you have told us we should be talking about is geothermal. Geothermal Energy provides around 18% of our total electricity supply currently, but should we be looking to tap into this source more and boost that figure? Here to discuss, is Associate Professor John O'Sullivan from Auckland University's 'Geothermal Institute'.'

RNZ: Nine To Noon
From Killer Kowalski to business school professor

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 27:13


From professional wrestler to professor at Auckland University. Mike Lee on the twists and turns of his career. 

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin
Dr Tim Welch: Auckland University expert explains why Govt should have offered free public transport

The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2026 5:23 Transcription Available


The Government has unveiled their support package aimed at helping households through the fuel crisis, but one expert has explained why a new solution is needed. A temporary $50 weekly tax credit for about 143,000 eligible lower-income families with children has been implemented, and it will continue for a year, or until the price of 91 drops below $3 a litre for four weeks in a row. Auckland University expert Dr Tim Welch says free public transport would cost the country less - and the data shows it would benefit more people. "The data really shows that it would go beyond just the working lower income people that would currently benefit from the payment - students, beneficiaries, single working adults, single out-of-work adults, people on super. It'd just be a much broader impact." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: The Panel
The Panel Plus for 26 March 2026

RNZ: The Panel

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 18:42


An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: many of us will be familiar with the annual sit down with the boss for a performance review. For some there's hope it will include talk of a pay rise. But is the annual performance review outdated? Jeremy Morrow, senior lecturer and the Auckland University of Technology Business School think so and he tells the Panel why.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Science: Sleeping sickness drug + 'smart underwear'

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 11:53


Science correspondent Allan Blackman looks at the success of a new drug in helping to cure mild and severe cases of sleeping sickness, an illness prevalent in Africa caused by parasites spread through the bites of tsetse flies. He'll also look at the work of Robert Goddard in laying the groundwork for spaceflight over 100 years ago, and the new 'smart underpants' helping to record the number of farts wearers do - which can provide vital information for clinicians. Allan Blackman is a Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Auckland University of Technology

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
Meet the New Zealander mad about clocks!

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 8:13


Last Thursday we celebrated The University of Auckland's Clocktower turning 100 by chatting to William Hamill from the University. After that conversation we got an email which said: "With regard to your interview about the Auckland University clock I'd like to advise a correction to what your guest said. He said the Art Gallery clock was made overseas, but it was made in Wellington NZ by the firm of W. Littlejohn & Son on. I've been maintaining this clock for the last 35 years." That was from a man called Michael Cryns. We wanted to know more, so we got him on the phone to chat.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Boyd Swinburn: Auckland University professor on the debate over whether schools should give out sweets as rewards

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 2:59 Transcription Available


A Northland parent claimed teachers at her son's first school routinely rewarded children with chocolate and lollies, sparking debate about whether this is a good idea. Health Ministry guidelines say schools should not serve sweets or chocolate at all, and concerns have been raised about the health impacts. Auckland University professor Boyd Swinburn says there could probably be better ways to reward kids for good behaviour. "Plenty of schools have done it, plenty of schools do say they're providing the best environment for kids, they're being institutional role models - and they'll find ways to do it." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: The Panel
The Panel with Verity Johnson and Tim Wilson, Part 1

RNZ: The Panel

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 24:18


Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Verity Johnson and Tim Wilson. First up, with the price of petrol ticking over the $3 mark, is now the time to consider a pivot to renewables? Associate Professor Sadiq Zarrouk thinks so - he's the co-director of the Geothermal Institute at Auckland University. Then, several council-owned fields in Dunedin will be football free this season, as ground fees got too high. Southern Football chief executive Dougal McGowan shares his concerns for local clubs.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Full Show Podcast: 13 March 2026

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 99:17 Transcription Available


On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 13 March, 2026, we look at whether people are over-reacting by panic-buying petrol. The Crusaders chief executive says media ban ... what media ban? An Auckland University researcher tells us why you shouldn't mow your lawn. And on the Sports Huddle, Lavina Good and Paul Allison discuss whether Liam Lawson will last the Formula One season. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
What can be done with red stickered buildings

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 8:16


When a natural disaster strikes and the relevant council deems a building unsafe, those buildings often sit dormant for a long time, and in many cases, later get completely demolished. But is that the best use of these structures? Auckland University's Architecture department decided to investigate and has been looking into turning houses wrecked by cyclones into a sustainable resource. Associate Professor of Architecture Mike Davis chats to Jesse.

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
Auckland University's ClockTower turns 100!

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 9:24


It's a landmark day at Auckland University, and "landmark" is a fitting word as they're celebrating the centenary of their iconic ClockTower. The tower is now registered as a Category 1 historic place. It's been the backdrop for all the balls, graduations, cap-tossings, and now its history is featured in an exhibition. It's called 'Standing tall: a century of the ClockTower', and it's running now at the university library until late June. William Hamill is Team Leader of He Mara Mahara Cultural Collections at the University of Auckland.

The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Ulrich Speidel: Auckland University computer science lecturer on the impact of Datagrid's South Island data centre getting a greenlight

The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 4:03 Transcription Available


A massive new power user could put extra pressure on the South Island's electricity system. Datagrid has just received resource consent for a $3 billion, 78 thousand square metre data centre north of Invercargill. About 1,200 jobs will work on the construction and about 50 people will staff the facility. It will be the second-largest power user in the country behind the nearby Tiwai Aluminium Smelter. Auckland University computer science lecturer Ulrich Speidel told Mike Hosking it's going to shift the power balance in the South Island quite a bit. He says in terms of power use, that's about 70% of what Christchurch consumes, and you can't just add major power users without eventually running into generation limits. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Are there alternatives to mining for critical minerals?

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 15:53


Recent talk about mining has focused on extracting critical minerals, but a Auckland University physicist wants to turn that conversation on its head.

The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Sarah Young: Auckland University's Deputy Vice Chancellor of Education says enrolment numbers are surging

The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 2:39 Transcription Available


A surge in enrolments has Auckland University's campus buzzing. Total semester one enrolments have topped 47,000, up 8% from the same time last year. Undergraduate numbers are driving much of the growth rising 10%, which is nearly three thousand more students. Deputy Vice Chancellor of Education Sarah Young told Mike Hosking that several factors are driving the increase. She says more students go to university when unemployment is high, while they've put a lot of work into attracting international students. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
Why you need to be across your heartbeat

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 7:04


Nearly one in three of us will develop an abnormal heart rhythm issue in our lifetime. While there is widespread awareness about heart attacks and strokes, cardiac arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeat rhythms are less talked about. A conference this weekend in Auckland and an awareness day on Sunday is hoping to change that. Martin Stiles is a cardiologist at Waikato Hospital, a Professor of Medicine at Auckland University, and chair of the Cardiac Society of New Zealand, he talks to Jesse

The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Kelly Burrowes: Auckland University Vaping Researcher on the concerns over the free vape programme for smokers

The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 3:36 Transcription Available


There are concerns using vaping as a tool to quit smoking contradicts the rest of the world. Health New Zealand's free vape programme has given out more than seven thousand devices to smokers, despite Newstalk ZB revealing last year's trial had a success rate of less than half. Now, a half-million-dollar contract has been signed to provide the devices through New Zealand-owned company, Alt. Auckland University vaping researcher Kelly Burrowes told Mike Hosking it isn't recommended as a quitting tool, due to the risk associated. She says that's why other countries aren't doing this. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RNZ: Checkpoint
Zebrafish could be used to treat cancer treatment side effects

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 6:39


A humble stripey fish could be key to treating a chronic & painful swelling condition that's a common side effect of some breast cancer treatment. Lymphoedema usually affects the arms or legs and can be caused by cancer treatments that remove or damage the lymph nodes. Auckland University scientists have discovered a molecule in Zebrafish larva that offers hope of a treatment. Lead researcher, Dr Jonathan Astin spoke to Lisa Owen.

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
The importance of play

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 7:18


We're asking because it seems that most adults, in the midst of busy lives, have swapped play and silliness for seriousness and productivity. But there is clear evidence that you adults benefit from play just as children do. So what are these benefits and how can we all get more playful? Scott Duncan, Professor of Population Health, Auckland University of Technology explains.

RNZ: Morning Report
Women waiting until later than ever to have children

RNZ: Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 4:41


Women are waiting until later than ever to have children, the proportion of births to mothers aged under 25 has dropped to 1 in 7, that's half what it was a generation ago. Dr Michelle Wise of Auckland University spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

RNZ: Checkpoint
High profile cricketer used in betting ads targeting students

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 4:44


There are growing concerns that sports betting companies are targeting young adults and university students through social media ads, and video content disguised as fun and games. Auckland University students' association says students are using their rent money and their student allowance on betting, some of them saying they're enticed by content and ads from betting companies like TAB and its online platform - Betcha NZ. Betting companies are also using influencers and sporting personalities in their content - including a high-profile New Zealand cricketer. Lucy Xia reports.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Indigenous led research into traditional medicines

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 21:39


Traditional medicines here and in Samoa are being investigated for their potential to treat viral illnesses that afflict people living in the Pacific. A Senior lecturer at Auckland University, Natalie Netzler, has won funding for her indigenous-led work to discover antiviral therapies.

RNZ: Checkpoint
Neurologist seeing increasing number of side effects from

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 7:23


An Auckland Neurologist says he is seeing increasing numbers of people suffering side effects from huffing nitrous oxide, with some users ingesting enormous quantities on a daily basis. Community leaders say there needs to be tighter regulation around who is able to buy and trade the product that can easily be bought in large thermos sized cannisters with the equivilent of hundreds of hits. Professor of clinical neurology at Auckland University, Dr Alan Barber spoke to Lisa Owen.

Celebrate Muliebrity with Michelle Lyons
Prolapse, Avulsions & Pessaries: Episode 103 with Dr Melissa Davidson

Celebrate Muliebrity with Michelle Lyons

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 75:41


Hello & Welcome to today's episode, where I'm chatting with Dr Melissa Davidson about prolapse, avulsions and pessaries!My guest today is a specialist physiotherapist in pelvic health, and we discussed her career journey, including her specialization in pelvic health in New Zealand, where she is the only registered specialist. She highlighted her expertise in advanced clinical practice, research, and leadership within the profession. Melissa also shared her experience conducting research in bioengineering at Auckland University, which revealed that physiotherapists' assessments of muscle tone and stiffness lack objective measurement methods, challenging traditional practices in the field...We discussed the importance of evidence-based practice in pelvic health physiotherapy, particularly regarding prolapse and pain management. Melissa shared her experience conducting a PhD in bioengineering, which challenged many accepted beliefs in physiotherapy and highlighted the need to think outside traditional silos. Melissa shared her experience developing and using a 3D model named Lily for patient education, discovering its effectiveness in helping patients understand complex medical concepts. She discussed her collaboration with bioengineers, noting that while the engineers were initially skeptical about her approach, they eventually recognized the value of her clinical perspectiveWe explored the diagnosis of levator avulsion and emphasized that a definitive diagnosis should not be made before 6-12 months postpartum, and we highlighted the importance of careful wording when communicating with patients about this condition, as the diagnosis can be devastating and there is currently no surgical fix.Melissa discussed her approach to pessary management and training for physiotherapists, emphasizing the importance of medical clearance and speculum exams for assessing mucosal integrity. She explained the assessment process for avulsion injuries, including the use of a training model and peer-to-peer learning. Melissa also highlighted the need for informed decision-making during pregnancy regarding delivery options, advocating for patient autonomy and open discussions about birth plans.We definitely agreed on the importance of using validated research and scientific terminology, rather than relying on subjective assessments or unproven treatments.This was definitely a deep and rich conversation, that I really enjoyed...and I hope you will too!Want to learn more about prolapse and other perinatal pelvic health issues, from a whole woman, evidence based, clinical reasoning from assessment to management perspective? And do it all online, with evergreen access to the course AND a private fb support group? Look no further! My new online course, Perinatal Pelvic Rehab, has you covered, from preconception through pregnancy to postpartum (including what we need to be aware of when someone is postnatal AND perimenopausal! - if you work with perinatal women aged 35+, you need to know this!). Visit CelebrateMuliebrity.com for all the course info!Until next time, Onwards & Upwards, Mx

The Mel Robbins Podcast
The Ultimate Guide to Menopause: How to Boost Your Metabolism, Build Muscle, & Balance Your Hormones

The Mel Robbins Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 71:38


If you've been thinking, “What is going on with my body?” Today, you are getting your answers. You're going to learn the real science and brand-new research of perimenopause and menopause and the simple, research-backed changes that can help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in control, starting now. For way too long, women have been left guessing about hormone changes, weight gain, sleep issues, mood swings, and why workouts that used to “work” suddenly don't. Most of the advice out there is outdated, generalized, or based on bodies that are not female. That changes today. In this eye-opening episode, Mel brought back her most popular guest of all time: Dr. Stacy Sims, PhD, to give you the exact plan on how to train your body to adapt to the changes, instead of just “dealing with it.” Dr. Sims is a professor at Stanford and Auckland University of Technology, a world-renowned exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, and a leading researcher on female-specific health and nutrition. She breaks down why menopause is not the end of you. It's just a transition, and with the right tools, your body can thrive for the next 40 years. Today's episode has solutions, including new information that goes beyond what has ever been shared on this podcast before. In this episode, you'll learn: -How to rewire your body to thrive without estrogen-Why belly fat shows up in menopause (and why it's not the same kind of fat as before) -The specific diet and nutrition that help with mood and sleep -What happens to your brain, mood, sleep, and body fat when estrogen drops -Why menopause is basically reverse puberty  -The #1 thing that changes everything in midlife: heavy strength training (and how to start in 10 minutes) -The new cardio that works with menopause (short sprint intervals) and why “moderate hard” workouts always backfire -The injuries nobody warns you about – frozen shoulder and plantar fasciitis – and what to do about themBookmark this episode and share it with every single woman in your life. You do not have to live with symptoms that can be resolved, and you do not have to suffer. You can train your body to adapt to the changes – and you can start this week. For more resources related to today's episode, click here for the podcast episode page.  If you liked this episode, check out Dr. Stacy Sims' first appearance on The Mel Robbins Podcast: The Body Reset: How Women Should Eat & Exercise for Health, Fat Loss, & EnergyTo learn more about menopause, listen to this interview with Ob/Gyn Dr. Mary Claire Haver: The #1 Menopause Doctor: How to Lose Belly Fat, Sleep Better, & Stop Suffering NowConnect with Mel:   Order Mel's new product, Pure Genius ProteinGet Mel's newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on InstagramThe Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTokSubscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.