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Pathology: Shaping future vets into guardians of food and health

Friday 24 April 2026

Inside the leading veterinary school in Australasia, Tāwharau Ora School of Veterinary Science has a pathology suite purpose-built with a clear vision: to support advanced veterinary teaching and deliver high-level capability in animal health investigation and response.

woman standing in protective overalls holding a large animal femur bone

Strengthening China–Massey ties: Ambassador visits Manawatū campus

Friday 24 April 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University recently welcomed His Excellency Dr Wang Xiaolong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to New Zealand, to its Manawatū campus, underscoring the depth and significance of the university’s long-standing engagement with China.

Dr Wang Xiaolong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to New Zealand, visits Wildbase Hospital.

Honouring Sir Alan Frampton KNZM

Friday 17 April 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University honours the life and legacy of Sir Alan Russell Frampton KNZM, Professor Emeritus and former Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, who passed away peacefully on 10 April 2026.

From left: National cabinet minister and Massey alumnus John Luxton, Lady Rae Frampton and Sir Alan Frampton in 2002 during an AgHort reunion week.

Massey expands connections across Southeast Asia

Tuesday 14 April 2026

From Singapore to Surabaya, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University continues to strengthen its presence across Southeast Asia, following a recent university-wide delegation through the region.

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.

Massey’s RIBB design set to have global impact on vaccine safety

Wednesday 22 April 2026

Researchers at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University have worked with New Zealand Health - Te Whatu Ora to test, launch and commercialise a device that could save millions of dollars in wasted vaccines and temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals.

New approach to garment design could significantly reduce waste

Monday 20 April 2026

Doctor of Philosophy graduate Zewei Li is challenging one of fashion’s biggest problems — waste, with a radical rethink of how garments are made.

Empowering locals to respond to disasters caused by natural hazards

Thursday 16 April 2026

PhD graduate Dr Manomita Das researched how communication supports community members to be prepared for natural hazards. She says preparing our communities in advance of an extreme event needs to become a higher priority.

Research finds New Zealand farmers largely getting phosphorus fertiliser balance right

Monday 30 March 2026

New research suggests Aotearoa New Zealand farmers are broadly matching phosphorus fertiliser use to the needs of their soils, helping maintain relatively stable nutrient levels across the country’s agricultural land.

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Student success news

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

Building a future in the built environment

Thursday 23 April 2026

It was the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes that first sparked Brooke Chiwawa’s interest in construction and the built environment, inspiring her to later study a Bachelor of Construction – Construction Management.

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A communication career that’s gone into orbit

Wednesday 22 April 2026

When a phone call came through from the International Space Station, Massey University alumna Ally Koehler had a moment of confusion. Then it clicked. The voice on the other end was an astronaut, calling from space.

Global manufacturing leadership powered by a Massey EMBA

Wednesday 15 April 2026

Massey alumnus Rob Woolner is helping lead one of New Zealand’s most innovative manufacturing companies, drawing on knowledge gained during his Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.

Academy of Sport supports professional footballer to get closer to career in health

Tuesday 14 April 2026

Kate Taylor has always wanted to be a midwife and a professional footballer. Thanks to the support from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University she’s turning both those dreams into reality.

Opinion and features

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¡Hola! Celebrating Spanish at Massey on International Spanish Language Day

Wednesday 22 April 2026

International Spanish Language Day is celebrated at Massey this year with special significance, marking 30 years of Spanish language teaching and cultural connection at the university.

Luxon lives on as leader. Public perception is a tougher challenge

Wednesday 22 April 2026

By Associate Professor Suze Wilson

Awards and appointments

Read about our latest successes and appointments.

A lifetime of influence in Māori education: Rāwiri Wright honoured with Doctorate

Wednesday 15 April 2026

After decades shaping kaupapa Māori education nationwide, Rāwiri Wright has been recognised with an Honorary Doctorate of Education from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.

Massey UNESCO Chair on Sustainable Livelihoods renewed to 2030

Tuesday 24 March 2026

UNESCO has extended the tenure of Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s UNESCO Chair on Sustainable Livelihoods Professor Stuart Carr through to 2030.

Celebrating the women shaping the future of food science and technology

Wednesday 11 March 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University is proud to recognise two outstanding women in food science and product development through the Massey University Woman in Food Science and Technology Award.

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Double shortlist success for Massey University Press

Monday 9 March 2026

Two Massey University Press publications have been named among the 16 finalists in the prestigious Ockham New Zealand Book Awards for 2026.

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Pathology: Shaping future vets into guardians of food and health

Friday 24 April 2026

Inside the leading veterinary school in Australasia, Tāwharau Ora School of Veterinary Science has a pathology suite purpose-built with a clear vision: to support advanced veterinary teaching and deliver high-level capability in animal health investigation and response.

Strengthening China–Massey ties: Ambassador visits Manawatū campus

Friday 24 April 2026

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University recently welcomed His Excellency Dr Wang Xiaolong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to New Zealand, to its Manawatū campus, underscoring the depth and significance of the university’s long-standing engagement with China.

Building a future in the built environment

Thursday 23 April 2026

It was the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes that first sparked Brooke Chiwawa’s interest in construction and the built environment, inspiring her to later study a Bachelor of Construction – Construction Management.

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