In theory, select committees can provide a strong check on government powers, but in practice that’s rarely the case, says Dr Will Dreyer, who recently graduated with a PhD in Political Science from T...

On earth, many look to the sea, the land, or to other forms of life to better understand where we came from and where we’re going—Professor Randy Pollock, however, does this by looking to the stars.

Ice basin with one of the greatest potential contributions to reshape the world is also the least understood and explored

ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects evaluates universities globally across 57 subjects, including natural sciences like physics, mathematics, and earth sciences, and social sciences ...

A thriving arts scene generates more money than it costs to run. But cutbacks, restructuring and stagnant budgets risk pushing many practitioners to the brink.

This achievement places Te Herenga Waka alongside some of the world’s most respected institutions for film education and underscores the University’s ongoing contribution to Aotearoa’s creative sector.

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington’s International Institute of Modern Letters (IIML) is delighted to announce the appointment of Kasi Valu as the Emerging Pasifika Writer in Residence for 2026.

Researchers surveying the Hauraki Gulf’s underwater reefs have collected valuable data that will be used to monitor changes in new marine protected areas.

Professor Lisa Marriott from the Wellington School of Business and Government has been appointed to the role of Dean, Faculty of Graduate Research (FGR).

Professor Robyn Longhurst has been appointed to the role of Provost at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

Help students struggling with energy poverty pay for their rising power bills by sponsoring a Winter Energy Grant.

A potential new path to decarbonising the steelmaking industry is at the heart of a new company being spun out of Paihau—Robinson Research Institute, which is based at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria Univers...

An AI expert says Australia's move to set up an office of artificial intelligence at the top of government is a "kick up the bum" for New Zealand's leaders.

“There are many Pākehā out there, including my mum and partner, who have learned or are learning te reo Māori, who are not just the metaphorical womb but are quite literally the whare tangata of our l...

No huge stadium spectacle, no royal fanfare – yet Glasgow’s opening ceremony made a big statement.

Dr Te Ripowai Pauline Higgins, QSM (Ngāi Tūhoe) and distinguished alumnus Sir Peter Francis Boshier are among those recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours.

The vision and leadership of Tā Hirini Moko Mead saw the establishment of Te Herenga Waka marae, and provided a bedrock of mātauranga Māori scholarship.

Sweeping public sector reforms assume fewer jobs and more AI will deliver better value for taxpayers. But that is far from certain, write Barbara Allen, Jonathan Boston, and Michael Macaulay.

With feet still firmly planted on Sāmoan soil, Taitaifono Tamati began planting the seeds for his future—ones that would be sure to bring him back to his roots.

As the only university that’s an official nominator in New Zealand, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is privileged to announce its choice of nominees for the 2026 Earthshot Prize.

NZ’s world-first regime aimed to improve transparency in how institutions assess climate risk. So why are some choosing to say little about changes being made?

Charlotte Macdonald awarded the 2026 Ernest Scott Prize

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is sponsoring the Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand festival for the second time this year.

Doctors have to balance finite resources and uncertain evidence to decide who should get treatments. The decisions are not always based on need or clinical benefits.

Scrapping the Broadcasting Standards Authority raises big questions about industry self-regulation and media accountability in the digital age.

Why do the meat eaters among us feel more comfortable consuming some animals more than others?

From Victoria University - Comment: Ilan Noy looks at the enduring and pervasive costs of environmental shocks beyond what we can see.

Comment from Victoria University: Behind the hype of drugs like Ozempic lie pharmaceutical giants shaping markets, setting prices, and influencing how we think about bodies, weight, and health.

Researchers have discovered a previously unrecognised 'stopping phase' in big quakes—a whiplash-like effect that has significant implications for buildings and infrastructure.

They were linked to three frogs that had escaped captivity during a flood in the 1970s.

Wellington’s extreme deluge was caused by an unfortunate combination of weather factors. But a warming climate is upping the odds of more of these events in future.

Comment from Victoria University: The sassy kākā have forced people to think about Wellington and its environment – that maybe the city is better when it’s wilder

There's a belief that New Zealand media stays away from the personal lives of politicians. But have these boundaries ever really been applied consistently?

Comment from Victoria University: The sassy kākā have forced people to think about Wellington and its environment – that maybe the city is better when it’s wilder

More than 60% of New Zealanders would like the government to do more to address climate change. But this won’t necessarily change how they vote.

One survey showed employees are 57% less likely than leaders to believe performance management is working well. But there are better ways.