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How we kill creativity in New Zealand schools

2 November 2020

Our education system effectively stifles children’s natural curiosity about the world, according to a new report from the University of Auckland.
Doctor, now author, Hinemoa Elder shares her Aroha

30 October 2020

Psychiatrist Dr Hinemoa Elder has collated 52 whakataukī (proverbs) in a book called 'Aroha'. She says they reflect Māori wisdom that can help us live harmonious lives. In 2020, they could be just what the doctor ordered.
Caroline Barron takes tip from master Norwegian memoirist

30 October 2020

Delving into family history, you’re bound to uncover secrets. That’s what alumna Caroline Barron found in researching her memoir.
Art historian Linda Tyler explains why Three Sisters is her favourite artwork

30 October 2020

The University’s Art Collection has more than 1,700 items spread across five campuses and 90 percent of the collection is on display at all times. Linda Tyler showcases her favourite piece.
Seven tips to learn te reo Māori

28 October 2020

Raniera Harrison offers seven tips to assist everyone in their Māori language acquisition.
Intimacy and isolation in a Covid world

13 October 2020

Intimacy and distance during a year of Covid lockdowns are the dominant themes of an exhibition opening at Old Government House this week.
Bioengineers capture the quirky beauty of biology in their art

9 October 2020

The imaginations of researchers at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) have been unleashed, and to go on show in the Art of Bio Eng exhibition as part of Artweek 2020.
Pop-up art installation by School of Architecture and Planning students, one night only

8 October 2020

A series of pop-up art works created and built by students from the School of Architecture and Planning as part of their course work, is a key feature of Late Night Art in the City Centre, for one night.
Judith Collins’ worrying contempt for ‘woke’

7 October 2020

Opinion: Judith Collins' use of the term ‘woke’ in her dismissal of NCEA arts and creative subjects should make us all feel uncomfortable, writes Neal Curtis.
Major Blues Award for spirit-moving project

3 October 2020

Abdallah Alayan has won a Major Blues Awards for demonstrating excellence in architecture for ‘Faith in Fiordland’, a project designed to ignite the spirit.
Sam Elworthy: director of Auckland University Press celebrating success

1 October 2020

The long-time director of Auckland University Press thought book sales might go to the dogs because of Covid-19 but has been pleasantly surprised.
Choir helps people with neurological conditions recover their voice

23 September 2020

A short documentary about the CeleBRation Choir, set up for people living with a neurological condition, captures how singing in a choir is crucial for well-being and may help people recover or maintain their ability to speak.

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