New Zealand votes for conservatism and the status quo
New Zealanders have given the centre-right National Party a fourth consecutive term in office, despite a strong showing from Labour's Jacinda Ardern.
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New Zealand elections: same, same, but very different
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.
New Zealand elections: Māori seats once again focus of debate
As New Zealand heads into a general election in less than three weeks, its seven Māori seats are a focus of debate.
Nicotine in sports: high use but little evidence of effects on performance
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.
Supreme Court ruling on NZ’s largest irrigation dam proposal respects conservation law and protected land
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.
How Australia’s discrimination laws and public health campaigns perpetuate fat stigma
Evidence shows fat-shaming health campaigns have little effect on promoting healthy lifestyles and weight loss among fat people.
Why travel bans and changes to human rights laws won’t stop terrorist attacks
Terrorism is a chameleon by its very nature. Counter-terrorism measures must adapt and ensure a balance of security and liberty.
Stigma and lack of awareness stop young people testing for sexually transmitted infections
Despite significant medical advances, rates of sexually transmitted infections are on the rise, including some old foes like syphilis.
Body mass and evolution: why the body mass index is a limited measure of public health
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.
Call for mandatory screening to cut the risk of malnutrition in older people
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.
Reading classic novels in an era of climate change
Can the Victorian novel offers us a means of thinking and feeling about our own moment anew?
Maybe moderate drinking isn’t so good for you after all
Baby boomers might not be boosting their health with a glass or two of alcohol a day after all.
Can New Zealand’s new prime minister Bill English get used to playing the lead?
Having won three straight elections, John Key is a hard act for anyone to follow as leader. That is now Bill English's task.
John Key quits while he’s ahead – so what’s next for New Zealand politics?
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key is leaving as a leader, and not in defeat.
Teaching phonics skills alongside reading raises literacy achievement among Indigenous children
A New Zealand literacy program is helping to raise Indigenous achievement to mainstream levels.
Views from abroad: how does the world see Australia’s political instability?
To understand how Australia's political uncertainty is being seen elsewhere, we reconvened our panel of experts from the UK, US, Indonesia and NZ to respond to the election results.
Views from abroad: how is the world seeing Australia’s election?
Experts in the UK, US, India, Indonesia and NZ explain how Australia's election is playing out abroad and what's at stake for our neighbours and allies.
Friday essay: The Qur’an, the Bible and homosexuality in Islam
For Muslims generally, as for conservative Christians, homosexual acts are sinful. Christian gays and lesbians have had to work hard for a measure of recognition among fellow-believers; their Muslim counterparts are just beginning that struggle.
Murray Goulburn and Fonterra are playing chicken with dairy farmers
Two of the largest dairy cooperatives have been playing with farmers by pursuing a high price for milk when both should have taken into account fluctuations in the global dairy markets.
Milk price cuts reflect the reality of sweeping changes in global dairy market
Cooperatives like Murray Goulburn and Fonterra and dairy farmers need to accept that lower milk prices will be the new normal in a more competitive global market.
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Senior lecturer, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer, School of Public Health, Massey University
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Associate Professor of Politics, Massey University
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Associate Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer in Human Development, Massey University
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Associate Professor, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer in Molecular Microbiology, 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 in Communication and Public Relations, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer in English, Massey University
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Proessor of Indigenous Studies, Massey University
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Professor of Politics, Massey University
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Senior Lecturer, School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition, Massey University
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Professor of Literacy Education, Massey University
