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Latest news
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02 Oct 2023
Action on alcohol produces significant health gains, modelling shows
Increasing taxes on alcohol, reducing its availability and banning alcohol marke...
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02 Oct 2023
Drug resistant diseases “ticking timebomb” in Oceania
An international group of researchers is calling for urgent intervention and sur...
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29 Sep 2023
New Zealand teens’ physical activity: what can it tell us about staying active for longer?
The level of physical activity among young people in New Zealand varies widely b...
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29 Sep 2023
Educators vital champions of te reo Māori
Early childhood educators in predominantly English-speaking centres play a role...
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28 Sep 2023
Two pandemics more than 100 years apart – comparison reveals best strategies for the future
A vigorous elimination strategy should be considered and equity needs to be top...
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27 Sep 2023
Inequalities for Pasifika children highlighted
Pasifika children are disproportionately represented in Aotearoa New Zealand’s c...
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22 Sep 2023
Remains bring stories of the Otago goldfields to life
Findings from the skeletal remains of miners laid to rest in Otago cemeteries in...
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21 Sep 2023
Government funding set to boost rural doctor workforce
The number of medical students spending a full year working in a rural or region...
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20 Sep 2023
Substantially less sugar in drinks acceptable to consumers – implications for health
If you think you are partial to sweet drinks, University of Otago researchers wa...
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19 Sep 2023
Otago researchers rewarded for excellence
The breadth and strengths of University of Otago research is evident in this yea...
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19 Sep 2023
More than $32 million MBIE research funding for Otago
University of Otago researchers have been awarded more than $32 million in the l...
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01 Jan 2023
Kia Mau - Celebrating 50 years of University of Otago, Christchurch
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03 Oct 2023
Lilburn Prize Concert 2023
Come and join us for the Lilburn Prize Concert 2023 – A concert of new student c... -
04 Oct 2023
Lunchtime Concert – Senior Performance students in recital I
A lunchtime concert at Marama Hall, presented by the School of Performing Arts....
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School tours, self-guided and guided campus tours are available for prospective students and their families. Please note advance bookings are essential for guided and school group tours.
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Global search for new Vice‑Chancellor underway
A unique opportunity to lead the University of Otago in its next stage of evolution and enhance its international profile.
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