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Financial capability sector to get upskilling boost

Tuesday 14 January 2025

A new partnership will grow and formalise the skills of people like budget advisers who help New Zealanders get more financially savvy.

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Birdnapped cockatoo wins Quote of the Year

Friday 20 December 2024

The winner of this year’s Quote of the Year competition is the chatty cockatoo with the distinctive catchcry of “Hello Darling”.

Children’s University celebrates record number of graduates across three cities in 2024

Wednesday 18 December 2024

It’s been another successful year for Wānanga Nohinohi te Kunenga Children’s University programme at Massey, culminating in graduation ceremonies in Wellington, Palmerston North and Auckland.

Short course provides platform for innovation and intellectual exchange

Wednesday 18 December 2024

A group of more than 30 participants from the Philippines will return home with new connections and a deeper understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand’s sustainable dairy systems.

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.

Waterborne disease surveillance in New Zealand highlights gaps in risk factor reporting

Wednesday 15 January 2025

New Environmental Health Intelligence New Zealand (EHINZ) reports reveal underreporting of waterborne diseases, masking the true impact of untreated drinking and recreational water on public health.

Survey shows one-third of medical cannabis users now have a prescription for legal prescribed cannabis products

Tuesday 14 January 2025

Findings from the latest New Zealand Drugs Trends Survey (NZDTS) reveal progress with the uptake of the Medicinal Cannabis Scheme.

Can solar panels and pastoral farming work together?

Wednesday 8 January 2025

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University in Palmerston North is taking a novel approach to assessing pasture growth under solar panels in farm paddocks.

One in four survey respondents used pharmaceuticals for recreational or non-medical reasons

Tuesday 17 December 2024

The second set of findings from the 2024 New Zealand Drugs Trends Survey (NZDTS) sheds light on emerging trends in the non-medical use of pharmaceuticals and the therapeutic use of psychedelics.

Student success news

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

From drilling rigs to the graduation stage: A grandad’s inspiring journey

Thursday 19 December 2024

For 78-year-old graduate Harry Moyler, walking across the stage at graduation wasn’t just a personal milestone - it was the culmination of a remarkable life journey.

Journalism students shine with Crikey Award win and Asia New Zealand Scholarship success

Thursday 12 December 2024

For the first time ever, a journalism student from Aotearoa New Zealand has won Australia’s premier student investigative journalism award.

Celebrating outstanding social work students

Monday 9 December 2024

The terrific trio, Georjah Kaharoa Timoko Tansey, Courtney Williamson and Katelyn Ward Donnellan, have been named this year’s recipients of two esteemed awards for fourth-year Bachelor of Social Work students.

A journey through history: the academic path of a lifelong learner

Monday 9 December 2024

Dr Delwyn Blondell's Massey journey began with a passion for history and evolved into a deep academic commitment.

Opinion and features

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

Opinion: The nexus imperative

Thursday 19 December 2024

By Professor Bruce Glavovic

Did the ancient Greeks eat souvlaki and Greek salad?

Tuesday 17 December 2024

Associate Professor Gina Salapata recently spoke at the Symposium of Gastronomy and Food History in Napier about what the ancient Greeks ate.

Opinion: The barbarians are inside the walls

Thursday 5 December 2024

By Professor Richard Shaw

Professor Richard Shaw

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

Six University Research Medals awarded for 2024

Tuesday 14 January 2025

The 2024 Research Medals honour exceptional achievements in research, research mentorship and research leadership, recognising staff who have made significant contributions across various fields of study.

Academics and alumni receive 2025 New Year Honours

Thursday 9 January 2025

Seventeen Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University academics and alumni have been named in the 2025 New Year Honours List.

Scholars awarded prestigious HRC Career Development Awards

Monday 16 December 2024

Elti Sannyasi, Dr Kenneth Taiapa, Nehemiah Gordon-Amoroa and Dr Sharyn Heaton have received Career Development Awards and funding for their research that they will complete over the next few years.

Massey secures Gold in 2024 Times Higher Education Online Learning Rankings

Wednesday 11 December 2024

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University has been awarded a prestigious Gold rating in the inaugural 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) Online Learning Rankings, the highest honour achievable in this year’s global assessment.

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Waterborne disease surveillance in New Zealand highlights gaps in risk factor reporting

Wednesday 15 January 2025

New Environmental Health Intelligence New Zealand (EHINZ) reports reveal underreporting of waterborne diseases, masking the true impact of untreated drinking and recreational water on public health.

Six University Research Medals awarded for 2024

Tuesday 14 January 2025

The 2024 Research Medals honour exceptional achievements in research, research mentorship and research leadership, recognising staff who have made significant contributions across various fields of study.

Financial capability sector to get upskilling boost

Tuesday 14 January 2025

A new partnership will grow and formalise the skills of people like budget advisers who help New Zealanders get more financially savvy.

Survey shows one-third of medical cannabis users now have a prescription for legal prescribed cannabis products

Tuesday 14 January 2025

Findings from the latest New Zealand Drugs Trends Survey (NZDTS) reveal progress with the uptake of the Medicinal Cannabis Scheme.

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