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University news

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

Auckland Campus celebrates 30th birthday

Monday 20 March 2023

A tree-planting served as the ceremonial opening of the Auckland campus 30 years ago today, on 20 March 1993.

Massey welcomes delegation from Hebei University of Technology

Monday 20 March 2023

Hebei University of Technology recently visited Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University for its first overseas trip since China’s borders opened following the pandemic, signifying the importance it places on the partnership.

Community sport event success celebrated

Monday 20 March 2023

As the manager of a major triathlon series in Manawatū, Professor Andy Martin has a key role in getting thousands of children involved in the sport.

Students build global citizenship through Prime Minister’s Scholarships

Thursday 16 March 2023

Eight Expressive Arts students are packing their bags, checking their visas and getting ready to depart on a month-long faculty-led study tour to Colombia.

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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

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

Reinventing the wheel(chair) for better health and accessibility

Tuesday 14 March 2023

Dr Claire and Rory Flemmer have endeavoured for nearly four decades to produce a wheelchair that could enhance the lives of one per cent of the world’s population.

Massey University to host Global One Health Research Partnership programme

Friday 10 March 2023

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University will be hosting a four-day Global One Health Research Partnership programme in Wellington and Palmerston North from 14 – 17 March.

Researchers develop model to test contusion injuries in humans

Wednesday 8 March 2023

The new model to test contusion injuries in humans offers an alternative to the traditional model that used rodents for testing.

Clinical trial finds deer milk improves muscle mass and physical performance

Monday 6 March 2023

A ground-breaking clinical trial has found regularly consuming Pāmu Deer Milk improves the nutritional status, muscle mass and physical performance of women aged 65 and above.

Opinion and features

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

Opinion: Women’s epic quest for equality

Wednesday 8 March 2023

By Dr Negar Partow

Opinion: Managed retreat in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle

Friday 3 March 2023

By Professor Bruce Glavovic.

Opinion: Putting us on the right side of history

Wednesday 1 March 2023

By Provost Professor Giselle Byrnes and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Māori Professor Meihana Durie.

Professor Giselle Byrnes and Professor Meihana Durie.

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

Top grades lead to memorial award for Social Work student

Friday 17 March 2023

Lainey Phillips has been awarded the Ian Shirley Award for 2022, which recognises significant student achievement in social policy courses.

Researchers at the top of their fields elected as Fellows

Thursday 16 March 2023

Two Massey University academics have been elected to the Academy of the Royal Society of New Zealand Te Apārangi for their distinction in research advancement of science, technology or the humanities.

Student secures scholarship to help save native tree from extinction

Wednesday 1 March 2023

Taylah Dagg has been recognised for her highly sought-after research on kauri dieback.

Seven University Research Medals awarded for 2022

Monday 30 January 2023

Two of the university’s prestigious Research Medals have been awarded jointly for 2022, a reflection of the talent of those nominated.

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Auckland Campus celebrates 30th birthday

Monday 20 March 2023

A tree-planting served as the ceremonial opening of the Auckland campus 30 years ago today, on 20 March 1993.

Massey welcomes delegation from Hebei University of Technology

Monday 20 March 2023

Hebei University of Technology recently visited Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University for its first overseas trip since China’s borders opened following the pandemic, signifying the importance it places on the partnership.

Community sport event success celebrated

Monday 20 March 2023

As the manager of a major triathlon series in Manawatū, Professor Andy Martin has a key role in getting thousands of children involved in the sport.

Top grades lead to memorial award for Social Work student

Friday 17 March 2023

Lainey Phillips has been awarded the Ian Shirley Award for 2022, which recognises significant student achievement in social policy courses.

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