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Fascinating talk on just sustainabilities for Ron Lister memorial lecture

Friday, 25 November 2022 10:50am

The Professor of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning at Tufts University in Boston spoke on the topic of: Just Sustainabilities in Policy, Planning and Practice.

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Renowned Dunedin Study wins Rutherford Medal

Thursday, 17 November 2022 11:11am

The University of Otago’s Dunedin Study – touted as the world’s most successful longitudinal study of a general community – has been awarded this year’s prestigious Royal Society of New Zealand Rutherford Medal.

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Poutoko Taiea, Distinguished Chair appointments announced

Monday, 31 October 2022 2:40pm

Five University of Otago internationally acclaimed scholars and leaders have been appointed as Poutoko Taiea, Distinguished Chairs.

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Poutoko Taiea, Distinguished Chair appointments announced

Monday, 31 October 2022 2:05pm

Five Otago internationally acclaimed scholars and leaders have been appointed as Poutoko Taiea, Distinguished Chairs.

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Foulden Maar book reveals treasures of ancient ecosystem

Tuesday, 20 September 2022 2:25pm

Associate Professor Daphne Lee and her international colleagues Uwe Kaulfuss and John Conran have celebrated the launch of their book Fossil Treasures of Foulden Maar: A window into Miocene Zealandia, published by Otago University Press.

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Taking charge in the face of adversity – climate change adaptors focus of project

Monday, 12 September 2022 11:27am

As the world struggles to take meaningful action on climate change, University of Otago researchers are studying how mana whenua and local authorities are stepping up to help their communities.

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Call for pipe upgrades after Asbestos found in Christchurch drinking water

Wednesday, 13 April 2022 9:28am

A new study concludes ageing underground pipes in many Christchurch suburbs are leaching asbestos fibres into the city’s main water supply; and although raising no immediate concerns for public health, the results are prompting calls for a prioritised pipe replacement programme.

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Get the grass off - new Rakiura dune restoration book celebrates 20-year project

Wednesday, 16 March 2022 4:31pm

A new book from Otago's School of Geography goes beyond celebrating the Department of Conservation's 20-plus-year efforts to restore dunes on Rakiura Stewart Island - it also shows the value of collaborative relationships for students, staff, and our unique coastal environment.  

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Increased citizen engagement possible on local government's social media

Thursday, 3 February 2022 2:44pm

A new University of Otago-led study says that local councils could have higher social media engagement by posting content that invites interaction.

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Out of Africa(n Studies): Professor Tony Binns retires

Wednesday, 22 December 2021 3:50pm

In retirement Geography Professor Tony Binns will maintain links with the African communities and institutions he has worked with for almost 50 years.