Natural gas is touted as a “bridging fuel” to displace coal while moving to a low-carbon economy. In New Zealand, this is shortsighted and could lead to stranded assets and hold back renewables.
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Māori business is booming thanks to entrepreneurs with a strong sense of cultural identity and a willingness to take risks.
Workplace cyberbullying is a growing problem and can cause more harm than traditional forms of bullying. Employers need to take active steps to protect employees from it.
To the people of Bali, Mt Agung is not just a volcano. The "great mountain" holds spiritual power and reflects cultural and political unrest.
As part of its 100-day priority plan, New Zealand's new government has pledged to set a target of carbon neutrality by 2050, which means phasing out fossil fuels and products that burn them.
A new coalition government between the Labour and New Zealand First parties signals a move away from neoliberalism towards 'capitalism with a human face'.
New Zealanders have given the centre-right National Party a fourth consecutive term in office, despite a strong showing from Labour's Jacinda Ardern.
As New Zealanders go to the polls, they may look back on the election campaign as a turning point in the country's politics, regardless of the outcome.
As New Zealand heads into a general election in less than three weeks, its seven Māori seats are a focus of debate.
The use of nicotine in sports is on the rise, but there is little research investigating whether it has any effect on performance or could pose a health risk.
New Zealand's Supreme Court rejected a proposed land swap that would have seen conservation land used for an irrigation dam, but the government is now considering a retrospective law change.
Evidence shows fat-shaming health campaigns have little effect on promoting healthy lifestyles and weight loss among fat people.
Terrorism is a chameleon by its very nature. Counter-terrorism measures must adapt and ensure a balance of security and liberty.
Despite significant medical advances, rates of sexually transmitted infections are on the rise, including some old foes like syphilis.
The Body Mass Index is used to assess the risk of lifestyle diseases, but the relationship between BMI and chronic illnesses remains far from simple.
Old age comes with many challenges, including concerning levels of malnutrition. But screening and early intervention could make a substantial difference - and save health budget funds.
Can the Victorian novel offers us a means of thinking and feeling about our own moment anew?
Baby boomers might not be boosting their health with a glass or two of alcohol a day after all.
Having won three straight elections, John Key is a hard act for anyone to follow as leader. That is now Bill English's task.
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key is leaving as a leader, and not in defeat.
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Associate Professor of Politics, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer in Human Development, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer in Molecular Microbiology, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer in Social Anthropology, Massey University
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Associate Professor for the School of People, Environment and Planning, Massey University
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Researcher in Public Health, Massey University
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Lecturer, School of Management, Massey University
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Professor, School of Engineering and Advanced Technology, Massey University
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Professor of Politics, Massey University
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Professor in Applied Mathematics, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer, School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition, Massey University
