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The Government has announced the members of the new Prime Minister’s Science, Innovation and Technology Advisory Council.

$71 million will be invested over 7 years in an advanced technology science platform to accelerate innovation and grow the New Zealand economy.

New Zealand and the State of Colorado have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, further strengthening relationships between the two regions.

The Government has today confirmed that NIWA will be acquiring MetService as a wholly-owned subsidiary. The announcement follows the in-principle decision made last year on the acquisition.

Crown Research Institutes (CRIs) and MBIE have been working together to explore changes ahead of the legislation that will establish the settings for new Public Research Organisations (PROs).

Up to 30 PhD students each year will be supported through the new applied doctorates scheme, hosted by the University of Auckland, in partnership with Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago and Massey University.

Today the Government announced changes it is making to New Zealand’s science, innovation and technology system to drive economic growth, set a clear direction and position New Zealand for a prosperous future.

The inaugural winners of the Prime Minister’s Space Prizes were announced at an awards ceremony at Parliament on Tuesday 17 December 2024.

The Catalyst Fund Investment Plan has been published. It outlines the focus for the fund, to drive scientific excellence and deliver impact at a faster pace than could otherwise be achieved solely via domestic activities.

The Government has agreed in-principle for work to commence on bringing together the significant capabilities and resources of the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research Limited (NIWA) and the Meteorological Service of New Zealand Limited (MetService).