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October 4, 2026

The same satellite can have military and civilian functions. This creates a dilemma for NZ

Carolle Varughese, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Priyanka Dhopade, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, and Sarah Hendrica Bickerton, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau

As geopolitical tensions rise, dual-use satellite technology could threaten the many benefits of the space services New Zealand relies on.

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August 22, 2023

Sustainability is often an afterthought in space exploration – that needs to change as the industry grows

Priyanka Dhopade, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Carolle Varughese, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Lena Henry, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Sarah Hendrica Bickerton, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, and Te Kahuratai Moko-Painting, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau

Space exploration is often propelled by competition, driven by national pride and with little thought about consequence. It is time to consider space as a commons, not just a resource to exploit.

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May 20, 2021

NZ Budget 2021: women left behind despite the focus on well‑being

Jennifer Curtin, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Sarah Hendrica Bickerton, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau; Suzy Morrissey, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, and Udari Herath, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau

There were no specific initiatives for women’s work in the budget, leaving New Zealand trailing Australia when it comes to gender balance.

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