However, the student said university staff confirmed they were in the process of having Sperry trespassed from campus and it would be “imminent”. They alleged concerns about Sperry potentially tailgating his way into the building were highlighted during the briefing. Another student confirmed they were also told in the meeting the university was preparing a trespass order against Sperry and that students raised concerns about potential tailgating. Investigators also found Sperry handled reported hazards or related student concerns in an unduly casual or dismissive manner on three occasions. A University of Auckland investigation found that science professor Jon Sperry had displayed a “pattern of concerning behaviour”.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 25, 2026 07:06 UTC