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Sport Institute chosen as possible FIFA Women’s World Cup training facility
The world-class facilities at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Sport Institute may well be on the world stage next year for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™.
Good Treaty partners? Te reo and Māori education 50 years after the petition
The latest episode of Conversations that Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take examines the role of education in revitalising te reo Māori.
Ruru returns to the wild after appointment with the optometrist
A little ruru, or New Zealand morepork, has been released back into the wild after receiving treatment and rehabilitation following a head injury.
Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Massey University is saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We offer our condolences to the Royal Family.
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Massey students learning to be WellMates
Agricultural students are receiving a boost to their mental health thanks to a new wellbeing programme being piloted at Massey.
Reinforcing the bridges of accessibility in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
With only two nurse practitioners currently working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in Aotearoa New Zealand, Massey nursing student Jam Libre is working hard to join the exclusive but essential group.
The complexities of mental health and the role of nurses
Each year around one in five New Zealanders experiences mental illness or significant mental distress, and between 50 and 80 per cent of New Zealanders will experience mental distress or addiction challenges, or both, in their lifetime. The role that mental health nurses play in caring for these people should not be overlooked.
Work placement key to confidence for budding mental health worker
A work placement has given third year Bachelor of Health student Ehlana Grigg the chance to ease into the working world of mental health before she graduates.
Conversations That Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take
Conversations That Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take is a mixed media, podcast, editorial and event series brought to you by Massey University in partnership with The Spinoff. It provides a platform for the university and community experts to share their thoughts on how to overcome some of New Zealand’s biggest challenges.
Research news
Senior entrepreneurship an unrealised opportunity, new research says
The research report highlights the unique challenges and opportunities faced by people starting a business later in life, and how they could be better supported.
Human expectations at stranding events may lead to negative outcomes for animals
A study examining human perceptions and expectations towards cetacean stranding events in New Zealand has revealed a disconnect between animal welfare, survival, and potential decision-making on our beaches.
Inflation a rising concern in retirement planning
Retirement planning remains as important as ever for New Zealanders with inflation becoming a significant factor to take into consideration.
Study finds milk substitutes have high cost and low nutritional benefits
Plant-based beverages are expensive and provide only a small fraction of the nutritional goodness of cow’s milk, according to a new study.
Opinion and features
Opinion: Time to reconnect – slow and steady does it
Dr Kirsty Ross reminds us to take the time to reconnect with the things that are important to us this Mental Health Awareness Week.
Good Treaty partners? Te reo and Māori education 50 years after the petition
The latest episode of Conversations that Count – Ngā Kōrero Whai Take examines the role of education in revitalising te reo Māori.
Social Workers work tirelessly to better Aotearoa New Zealand
This National Social Workers Day, Professor Kieran O'Donoghue reminds us of the essential work that this profession does day in and day out.
Opinion: What is in a name? Caste privilege and racism
By Professor Mohan Dutta and Dr Sapna Samant
Awards and appointments
Two projects by faculty members win big at Australian Good Design Awards
Professor Emerita Anne Noble and Professor Anna Brown of Toi Rauwhārangi, College of Creative Arts, have been recognised at the prestigious awards.
Academic’s appointment recognises decades of experience
Associate Professor Jenny Poskitt has been selected and appointed as Chair of the NZQA Technical Overview Group Assessment for three years.
Kiwi food science at the cutting-edge of global innovation
A game-changing technology developed at the Riddet Institute has won an international award recognising its impact on addressing global iron deficiency.
Massey researchers awarded funding for impactful projects
In what is Massey's largest ever cohort, five research projects have been awarded Smart Ideas funding by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).
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Senior entrepreneurship an unrealised opportunity, new research says
The research report highlights the unique challenges and opportunities faced by people starting a business later in life, and how they could be better supported.
Opinion: Time to reconnect – slow and steady does it
Dr Kirsty Ross reminds us to take the time to reconnect with the things that are important to us this Mental Health Awareness Week.
Massey students learning to be WellMates
Agricultural students are receiving a boost to their mental health thanks to a new wellbeing programme being piloted at Massey.
Reinforcing the bridges of accessibility in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
With only two nurse practitioners currently working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in Aotearoa New Zealand, Massey nursing student Jam Libre is working hard to join the exclusive but essential group.
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