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Hosts for new applied doctorates scheme announced

18 February 2025

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.

Science and innovation Science and technology

Reform of New Zealand’s science, innovation and technology system

23 January 2025

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.

Science and innovation

Next steps after NZ Post Deed of Understanding consultation

19 December 2024

Consultation on proposed changes to the government’s Deed of Understanding with NZ Post closed on 10 December. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has received a total of 1,546 submissions, including submissions sent to the Minister for Media and Communications that have been passed on to MBIE.

Broadcasting and other communications

Prime Minister’s Space Prizes winners announced

17 December 2024

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

Science and innovation Science funding

Alternative energy research projects awarded funding

16 December 2024

Two New Zealand research teams have been selected for funding to work with partners from Japan and Thailand on cutting edge collaborative research related to alternative energy. This follows an open call for research proposals as part of the e-ASIA Joint Research Programme.

Science funding

Catalyst Fund Investment Plan published

03 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.

Science and innovation Science funding

Trans-Tasman Earth observation research studies confirmed

14 November 2024

4 New Zealand research teams will work alongside their Australian counterparts to test space science research projects using Earth observation tools and techniques, thanks to a trans-Tasman research agreement.

Science funding

Have your say on changes to NZ Post’s mail service obligations

29 October 2024

MBIE is seeking feedback on how changes to the minimum obligations on NZ Post’s mail service could impact New Zealanders.

Broadcasting and other communications

New Zealand and UK agree blueprint for satellite removal and servicing missions

21 October 2024

The New Zealand and UK space agencies have signed a blueprint for the removal and servicing of operational satellites that are very close together or making contact with one another.

Space Agency

Weather forecasting system review update

26 September 2024

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).

Science and innovation

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