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Legislation to be introduced to enable NIWA’s acquisition of MetService

09 April 2025

The Government has today confirmed that NIWA will be acquiring MetService as a wholly-owned subsidiary. The announcement follows the in-principle decision made last year on the acquisition.

Science and innovation Earthquakes and natural disasters Science and technology

Changes to improve telecommunication regulations

13 March 2025

The Government is progressing a package of regulatory changes to improve telecommunications services for New Zealanders, keep up with market developments and promote innovation.

Broadband and Internet

Update on science reforms: CRI mergers and Callaghan Innovation

12 March 2025

Crown Research Institutes (CRIs) and MBIE have been working together to explore changes ahead of the legislation that will establish the settings for new Public Research Organisations (PROs).

Science and innovation Science funding

MethaneSAT Update, March 2025

05 March 2025

Joint statement from Andrew Johnson, Deputy Head, NZSA and Steve Hamburg, Project Co-lead, MethaneSAT and Chief Scientist at Environmental Defense Fund.

Space Agency

Hosts for new applied doctorates scheme announced

18 February 2025

Up to 30 PhD students each year will be supported through the new applied doctorates scheme, hosted by the University of Auckland, in partnership with Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago and Massey University.

Science and innovation Science and technology

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