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Another challenge to vaccination mandates is being heard in the High Court.
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Auckland University to move lectures online for first semester as Omicron hits
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Universities say they're doing everything they can to help new students.
University of Auckland to host mātauranga Māori symposium
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Victoria students' association decision to auction unique art work 'sad'
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No lack of eager midwifery students despite nationwide shortage
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Anti-animal experiment campaign targets university
The Anti-Vivisection Society is to run a campaign against University of Otago researchers.
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'Less stress' for students sitting NCEA
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Should NZ's PhD researchers be working at below minimum wage?
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With no Government mandate, it has been up to tertiary providers to decide on mandates.
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