Pukapuka is also our word for lungs. And in the same way we breathe out words when we speak, in writing we breathe those words onto the page. Might have gotten further as a young man than a PhD proposal had I warmed up to writing as more than an intellectual process.

We at the NZAS hope this underlines how serious the problems are with the current consultation, and how urgent it is that the RSTA take on board the criticism they have received. We know none of the signatories to this open letter would make a statement like this lightly.

One of the things we're striking for is a LIVING WAGE for everyone employed by the university. It should be shocking to everyone that a university is not a living wage employer. This seems like such an easy win for the university - why would you resist it?

I’m still in shock, verging into denial. 😳🫣