Updated 20 July 2025
This update highlights the critical role infrastructure needs to play in growing New Zealand’s economy. Good roads, schools, hospitals and other forms of infrastructure are essential in the modern world. Between now and the end of the year, $6 billion of government-funded construction projects are getting underway. They will not only improve infrastructure but create and sustain jobs from Northland to Southland.
It is important that the RSI workforce has the right skills to deliver excellent and impactful research across Aotearoa New Zealand. Institutions have a key role in supporting the RSI workforce’s development. Therefore, we asked RSI organisations about different types of developmental support they offer, including for Early Career Researchers and research students.
This section outlines issues identified with current NZSPG settings, improvements the Government wants to target through its investment and consultation questions.