The Endeavour Fund plays a unique role in the science system through investing in excellent science with the potential to positively impact New Zealand’s economy, environment and society. The 2026 investment round will be through contract extension rather than open contest.
Through the 2026 Ara Whaihua funding round of the He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund, we received 57 proposals. The Government is investing in 19 work programmes that focus primarily on the pathway to commercialisation and/or economic growth from excellent science.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has been notified that Pacific Door Systems Limited (PDS) has issued a voluntary recall of potentially asbestos impacted fire doors.
Cabinet paper seeks agreement to a transitional support mechanism to assist businesses transitioning from the Growth Grant programme to the Research and Development Tax Incentive.
pdf, 268 KBThe Events Boost Fund is a one-off $10 million fund which aims to increase international visitation and drive economic activity in the short-term through supporting the growth and promotion of events.
This report, prepared by Motu Economic and Public Policy Research and the University of Otago in May 2025, evaluates the Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI) over its first five years of operation (2019–2024). It provides an independent assessment of the scheme’s impact on business R&D expenditure, innovation, productivity, compliance costs, and administration, using mixed-methods analysis of quantitative data and stakeholder interviews.
pdf, 3.1 MBWhether you're launching a rocket or satellite, operating a launch facility, flying a high-altitude vehicle, or operating a ground station you may need an authorisation. This page outlines the types of authorisations, who needs them, and how to apply.
Briefing to the Minister of Research, Science and Innovation on 14 August 2018 to provide an extension until 31 March 2019 to Growth Grant contracts expiring before 1 April 2019.
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Use this application form to apply for the Regional Tourism Boost (Round 2).
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MBIE's Briefing to Minister of Research, Science and Innovation providing advice on the options for providing support for loss-making firms and the transition arrangements for Growth Grant recipients.
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