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Discover news about our university – from all three campuses and online: Auckland, Manawatū in Palmerston North and Wellington.

Ākonga go behind the scenes of local government as part of Civic Quest

Friday 11 September 2026

Thirty ākonga, teachers and parent helpers from Awahou School and St Joseph’s School Feilding explored Manawatū District Council offices, chambers and local council sites as part of a Civic Quest event for Te Wānanga Nohinohi Te Kunenga Children’s University Massey.

Beloved community pony gets a second chance after life-changing surgery

Friday 11 September 2026

For many in the Kāpiti community, Coco has been a familiar and much-loved fixture. When the beloved pony was diagnosed with a serious medical condition, her community rallied behind her, and the team at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Equine Veterinary Clinic stepped in to help get her back to what she does best.

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Animal science degree expands with two new majors for 2027

Tuesday 8 September 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University is expanding the Bachelor of Animal Science with two new majors in response to growing demand for graduates with the skills to support the future of Aotearoa New Zealand’s primary industries.

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New communication pathways emerge from Massey and Mahindra partnership

Thursday 3 September 2026

A delegation from Mahindra University recently visited the university’s Pukeahu Wellington and Manawatū campuses to explore opportunities for students, academics and research collaboration.

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.

How hydrated is your cat? New study investigates feline feeding habits

Wednesday 9 September 2026

A new research project is investigating the feeding habits of domestic cats across Aotearoa New Zealand to better understand how moisture in their diets may influence health as they age.

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New research examines how farmers view data sharing in an increasingly digital agricultural sector

Tuesday 8 September 2026

A new research project exploring how agricultural stakeholders respond to and make decisions about emerging technologies aims to better understand how farm data is governed, shared and used in Aotearoa New Zealand’s rapidly evolving agricultural landscape.

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Turning apple leftovers into tomorrow’s food packaging innovation

Thursday 3 September 2026

Fourth-year food technology student Ed Ron Ng is exploring how food processing by-products can be transformed into sustainable, high-performance packaging materials thanks to a new scholarship from Revo Packaging.

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Massey researcher helps set the record straight on volcanic eruption myths

Wednesday 2 September 2026

When a volcano erupts, misinformation can spread almost as quickly as the ash cloud itself.

Carol Stewart

Student success news

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

Top secondary school football talent on display on Manawatū campus

Wednesday 9 September 2026

More than 600 students, coaches, officials, whānau and supporters visited the Manawatū campus last week as the university hosted the New Zealand Secondary Schools Football Boys’ Premier Tournament.

Ngā Haumi ki te Ao hosts Te Huinga Tauira on the Auckland campus

Monday 7 September 2026

Nearly 400 students were welcomed to Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Ōtehā campus over semester break for Te Huinga Tauira – an annual gathering of Māori student associations in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Massey athletes make their mark at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Thursday 3 September 2026

Athletes connected to Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University were among those who represented Aotearoa New Zealand at the recent Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Analysing code and currents to get ahead

Thursday 3 September 2026

James Senior developed an early love of efficiency, analysis and problem solving. As a Bachelor of Science student and canoe slalom athlete, he has found that each pursuit strengthens the other, continually shaping how he approaches a challenge.

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Opinion and features

Get commentary, opinions and editorial articles from Massey's experts and our wider community.

A majority Māori and Pacific All Blacks squad shows how far rugby’s ‘greatest rivalry’ has come

Monday 24 August 2026

By Professor Rochelle Stewart-Withers and Associate Professor Jeremy Hapeta

Opinion: Why the next UN Secretary-General matters to New Zealand

Thursday 13 August 2026

By Associate Professor Damien Rogers

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

Psychology Professor recognised with national fellowship

Wednesday 2 September 2026

Head of School of Psychology Professor Kirsty Ross has been elected a Fellow of the New Zealand Psychological Society, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the profession.

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CanConstructNZ team wins Research Team of the Year Award for impact on New Zealand’s construction sector

Monday 31 August 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s construction and built environment researchers are celebrating after winning the Research Team of the Year Award at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Awards in Auckland last week.

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Massey Professor elected President of leading mathematics education research group

Tuesday 18 August 2026

Professor Jodie Hunter has been elected President of the Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia (MERGA). She is the first academic outside of Australia to lead the organisation in its 50-year history.

Researcher awarded Explorer Grant to improve sleep and mental wellbeing for new mothers

Tuesday 11 August 2026

Dr Ying Jin has received a Health Research Council Explorer Grant to investigate how wearable technology and artificial intelligence could improve sleep, mental wellbeing and postnatal care for new mothers in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Ākonga go behind the scenes of local government as part of Civic Quest

Friday 11 September 2026

Thirty ākonga, teachers and parent helpers from Awahou School and St Joseph’s School Feilding explored Manawatū District Council offices, chambers and local council sites as part of a Civic Quest event for Te Wānanga Nohinohi Te Kunenga Children’s University Massey.

Beloved community pony gets a second chance after life-changing surgery

Friday 11 September 2026

For many in the Kāpiti community, Coco has been a familiar and much-loved fixture. When the beloved pony was diagnosed with a serious medical condition, her community rallied behind her, and the team at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Equine Veterinary Clinic stepped in to help get her back to what she does best.

How hydrated is your cat? New study investigates feline feeding habits

Wednesday 9 September 2026

A new research project is investigating the feeding habits of domestic cats across Aotearoa New Zealand to better understand how moisture in their diets may influence health as they age.

Top secondary school football talent on display on Manawatū campus

Wednesday 9 September 2026

More than 600 students, coaches, officials, whānau and supporters visited the Manawatū campus last week as the university hosted the New Zealand Secondary Schools Football Boys’ Premier Tournament.

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