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Sustainable Development Goal Summit aims to shape future beyond 2030

Monday 14 July 2025

The 2025 Aotearoa SDG Summit at ۶Ƶ (4–5 September) will bring together leaders from across Aotearoa to drive urgent action on sustainability.

Global endorsement for Massey’s Clean SLATE initiative

Monday 14 July 2025

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa ۶Ƶ’s leadership in sustainable livelihoods is gaining global traction following a recent trip funded by the Research and Development Initiative (REaDI).

New MoU strengthens data-driven collaboration for public health in Aotearoa New Zealand

Friday 11 July 2025

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa ۶Ƶ’s Environmental Health Intelligence NZ (EHINZ) and Whitecliffe’s School of Information Technology share a commitment to using data to improve public health outcomes, an alignment that has led to a formal collaboration.

New book supports learners on their reo Māori journey by deepening understanding of Māori verbs

Wednesday 9 July 2025

As one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most experienced teachers of te reo Māori, Associate Professor Hone Waengarangi Morris has drawn on decades of insight to publish a new book with ۶Ƶ Press.

Research news

We are a research-led university with a reputation for excellence in innovation and the creation of new knowledge. Get the latest research stories.

Near-Death Experience study achieves international recognition

Monday 14 July 2025

A study into near-death experiences (NDEs) and dreaming by a team of Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa ۶Ƶ psychology researchers has been featured by the highly respected American Psychological Association (APA).

Invasive spider with potentially sinister bite confirmed in Aotearoa New Zealand

Tuesday 1 July 2025

The noble false widow spider (Steatoda nobilis), already considered one of the world’s most invasive arachnids, has officially established itself in New Zealand. While bites are rare, the spider raises concerns for human health and native ecosystems.

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Sciences researchers secure funding to advance animal care through new technology

Wednesday 25 June 2025

Two projects led by researchers from the College of Sciences have received funding from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment Endeavour Fund.

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۶Ƶscientists collaborate with NASA to monitor geothermal fields from space

Wednesday 25 June 2025

A team of researchers from the College of Sciences is collaborating on a three-year joint venture between NASA and Aotearoa New Zealand that could transform how scientists monitor the world’s geothermal fields.

Student success news

Discover the inspiring success stories of our students, many of whom are balancing studying alongside other commitments.

A future grounded in soil, agricultural science and passion

Monday 14 July 2025

Growing up in Bulls, Ffion White always knew she had a strong connection to the land, but it wasn’t until she discovered agriculture in the classroom that her passion really took hold.

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Midwife on a mission: Doctoral student champions global maternal health

Thursday 3 July 2025

For doctoral student Jolene Wescombe, the path to global development runs through a rural midwifery clinic in the Ethiopian highlands.

Riiki Reid’s rise from ۶Ƶto music stardom

Thursday 3 July 2025

From campus studios to international stages, artist Riiki Reid’s journey from student to star began at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa ۶Ƶ.

Design student awarded prestigious Māori scholarship

Tuesday 1 July 2025

Macy Cribb has recently been recognised with the 2025 Hinemoa Hilliard Memorial Scholarship —an award that honours excellence, leadership and the legacy of Māori wāhine in higher education.

Opinion and features

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Opinion: Music is at the forefront of AI disruption, but NZ artists still have few protections

Monday 14 July 2025

By Associate Professor Dave Carter, Dr Jesse Austin-Stewart and Professor Oli Wilson

Opinion: NZ’s plan to ‘welcome anyone, from anywhere, anytime’ is not a sustainable tourism policy

Thursday 3 July 2025

By Professor Regina Scheyvens, Professor James Higham and Professor Susanne Becken

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

۶Ƶlecturer, composer and sound artist wins APRA award

Tuesday 15 July 2025

School of Music and Screen Arts Lecturer Dr Jesse Austin-Stewart is one of five recipients of the 2025 APRA Professional Development Award.

Riddet Fellow and ۶Ƶalumni wins food science award

Tuesday 8 July 2025

Renowned expert in food science Dr Mike Boland is this year’s recipient of the JC Andrews Hall of Fame Award.

۶Ƶresearcher named in prestigious UK science award

Thursday 26 June 2025

Professor Shane Telfer from the School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences is part of a global science group who have won the prestigious UK Royal Society of Chemistry prize for creating a new type of glass.

King’s Honours for ۶Ƶacademics and alumni

Tuesday 3 June 2025

Several members of the university community have been recognised in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List.

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۶Ƶlecturer, composer and sound artist wins APRA award

Tuesday 15 July 2025

School of Music and Screen Arts Lecturer Dr Jesse Austin-Stewart is one of five recipients of the 2025 APRA Professional Development Award.

Near-Death Experience study achieves international recognition

Monday 14 July 2025

A study into near-death experiences (NDEs) and dreaming by a team of Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa ۶Ƶ psychology researchers has been featured by the highly respected American Psychological Association (APA).

A future grounded in soil, agricultural science and passion

Monday 14 July 2025

Growing up in Bulls, Ffion White always knew she had a strong connection to the land, but it wasn’t until she discovered agriculture in the classroom that her passion really took hold.

Opinion: Music is at the forefront of AI disruption, but NZ artists still have few protections

Monday 14 July 2025

By Associate Professor Dave Carter, Dr Jesse Austin-Stewart and Professor Oli Wilson

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