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Early Years Research Centre: He Kōhanga Toi Tangata

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Early Years Research Centre

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Who we are

Our scholars focus on early years research, exploring pedagogy, policy, and community connections in childhood centres and schools for children aged 0 to 8.

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  • Team at MoU signing with Waikato Uni and VSA

    New partnership for University of Waikato and Volunteer Service Abroad

    The collaboration will utilise the University of Waikato's research and provide opportunities for students in the Pacific.

    News 23 Jun 2025
  • L R  Professor Neil Quigley,  Sir Anand Satyanand and Susan Hassall, pictured together at Sir Anand's farewell dinner.

    New Chancellor appointed as Waikato enters next chapter

    Read more about the University of Waikato's newly appointed Chancellor.

    News 23 Jun 2025
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    Popular period-tracking apps can hold years of personal data – new NZ research finds mixed awareness of risk

    Period-tracking apps offer health benefits but users face hidden privacy risks that could threaten reproductive rights and data safety. Learn more in this article for The Conversation by PhD Candidate Anna Friedlander, Senior Lecturer Charlotte Greenhalgh, Professor Holly Thorpe and Teaching Fellow Johanna Schmidt.

    Opinion 19 Jun 2025
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    NZ has a vast sea territory but lags behind other nations in protecting the ocean

    New Zealand faces growing pressure to meet global ocean protection goals. In this article for The Conversation, Associate Professor of Marine Science Joanne Ellis reflects on New Zealand’s role and obligations to contribute.

    Opinion 13 Jun 2025

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