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Emirates Team New Zealand brings unusual patient to Vet School

Wednesday 15 July 2026

A routine inspection for Emirates Team New Zealand turned into an unusual case for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital when two foil arms from the America’s Cup team’s foiling yacht arrived for a Computed Tomography (CT) scan.

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Senior tutor edits feature documentary selected for NZIFF

Wednesday 15 July 2026

A music video shoot at the Great Hall on Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Pukeahu Wellington campus has led to the biggest editing project of Senior Tutor Ross Dredge’s career: a feature-length documentary.

Massey University and NIFTEM-K sign partnership to advance Food Technology research and education

Monday 13 July 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has strengthened its international collaboration in food science and technology through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with India’s National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K).

Remembering Professor Emeritus Velmurugu Ravindran

Wednesday 8 July 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University wishes to acknowledge the passing of Professor Emeritus Velmurugu (Ravi) Ravindran, a world-leading authority in poultry nutrition whose research transformed poultry production in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.

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.

Putting people at the centre of virtual reality shopping

Wednesday 22 July 2026

Fascinated by the intersection of technology and human behaviour, Dr Aysu Erensoy’s doctoral research explored how people experience shopping in virtual reality (VR), uncovering practical ways emerging technologies can create better customer experiences.

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Massey expertise powers community-led research into period product safety and menstrual health

Thursday 9 July 2026

A research initiative investigating the safety and sustainability of period products is drawing on expertise developed at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University to tackle a longstanding challenge in healthcare: the lack of research into menstrual health.

New course to strengthen support for consumers experiencing vulnerability

Wednesday 8 July 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University is launching a new course designed to help professionals better support people experiencing consumer vulnerability.

Changing the climate conversation with methane science

Thursday 2 July 2026

While completing her postdoctoral research across the Tasman, Dr Amelia Almeida helped lead a study that reshaped how livestock’s contribution to climate change is understood in Australia. Now, she’s continuing her work at the heart of Aotearoa New Zealand’s efforts to cut agricultural emissions.

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Student success news

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

Ian Shirley Award winner passionate about advocacy and empowering whānau

Wednesday 15 July 2026

Bachelor of Social Work graduate Emma Hammelburg has been awarded the Ian Shirley Award for outstanding academic achievement in social policy.

Emma Hummelburg the latest recipient of the Ian Shirley Award

Emerging leader earns international recognition at global symposium in Switzerland

Tuesday 7 July 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University graduate Francesca Fisher has gained international recognition after winning a highly competitive essay competition, securing a place at the prestigious Leaders of Tomorrow Symposium in Switzerland.

One Spanish elective changed everything

Monday 6 July 2026

What began as a teenage dream to learn Spanish became a life-changing journey for Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University graduate Louise Amey.

Massey students set for international 3x3 basketball tournament

Tuesday 30 June 2026

A team of students from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University are preparing to compete at the Fédération Internationale du Sport Universitaire (FISU) Oceania 3x3 Qualifying Tournament in Queensland, Australia, for a place at the FISU University World Cup.

Opinion and features

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

Opinion: Why is there a snake on the pharmacy symbol?

Wednesday 22 July 2026

By Associate Professor Gina Salapata

Opinion: Are Royal Commissions of Inquiry fit for purpose?

Tuesday 21 July 2026

By Associate Professor Damien Rogers

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

Massey researcher receives international honour for leadership on academic freedom

Tuesday 14 July 2026

Professor Mohan Dutta has been recognised with one of the highest service honours in communication, receiving the Presidential Citation from the National Communication Association (NCA).

Staff and students celebrated at the NZIFST Conference

Thursday 9 July 2026

Staff and students from the School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences have been recognised for their contributions to food science and innovation at the 2026 New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology (NZIFST) Conference.

Game development lecturer wins national award for student impact

Tuesday 16 June 2026

A lecturer who helps his students turn their gaming projects into commercial businesses has been recognised at the 2026 New Zealand Games Festival Awards.

Professor Jenny Weston appointed to global expert panel shaping future veterinary education

Tuesday 9 June 2026

Professor Jenny Weston has been appointed to an international expert panel established by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) to review and update its Competency and Curriculum Guidelines for Graduating Veterinarians.

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Putting people at the centre of virtual reality shopping

Wednesday 22 July 2026

Fascinated by the intersection of technology and human behaviour, Dr Aysu Erensoy’s doctoral research explored how people experience shopping in virtual reality (VR), uncovering practical ways emerging technologies can create better customer experiences.

Opinion: Why is there a snake on the pharmacy symbol?

Wednesday 22 July 2026

By Associate Professor Gina Salapata

Opinion: Are Royal Commissions of Inquiry fit for purpose?

Tuesday 21 July 2026

By Associate Professor Damien Rogers

Emirates Team New Zealand brings unusual patient to Vet School

Wednesday 15 July 2026

A routine inspection for Emirates Team New Zealand turned into an unusual case for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital when two foil arms from the America’s Cup team’s foiling yacht arrived for a Computed Tomography (CT) scan.

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