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The inaugural winners of the Prime Minister’s Space Prizes were announced at an awards ceremony at Parliament on Tuesday 17 December 2024.

Two New Zealand research teams have been selected for funding to work with partners from Japan and Thailand on cutting edge collaborative research related to alternative energy. This follows an open call for research proposals as part of the e-ASIA Joint Research Programme.

The Catalyst Fund Investment Plan has been published. It outlines the focus for the fund, to drive scientific excellence and deliver impact at a faster pace than could otherwise be achieved solely via domestic activities.

4 New Zealand research teams will work alongside their Australian counterparts to test space science research projects using Earth observation tools and techniques, thanks to a trans-Tasman research agreement.

The Government has agreed in-principle for work to commence on bringing together the significant capabilities and resources of the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research Limited (NIWA) and the Meteorological Service of New Zealand Limited (MetService).

72 science projects have been awarded a total of $236 million through the latest round of the Endeavour Fund.

The next round of Te Pūnaha Hihiko: Vision Matauranga Capability Fund will open to applications on 28 August 2024.

The Government’s He tipu ka hua fund is investing in Māori organisations to lead research programmes that will address the challenges and opportunities facing Māori communities.

Our largest contestable science fund, the Endeavour Fund, invests in research with the potential to positively transform New Zealand’s economy, environment, and society.

5 new research projects have been awarded funding as part of the New Zealand China Strategic Research Alliance.