About NIWA

The Statement of Core Purpose spells out why the Government owns Crown Research Institutes and what it expects from them.

A list of some of the questions we get asked most frequently. If you don't see your question answered here, please get in touch.

The NIWA library collection contains items in a range of formats, covering subjects including atmospheric and climate research, aquaculture, oceanography, fisheries and marine sciences.

NIWA's educational resources and scientific data are tools for young people to learn about science.

We have an exciting range of career opportunities at NIWA in both the scientific and professional support areas.

Providing educational resources to school students and teachers is part of NIWA's commitment to helping young New Zealanders discover more about science and technology.

NIWA has signed a major new sponsorship agreement with the Sir Peter Blake Trust.
 

From a tiny caddsifly to a frolicking dusky dolphin, NIWA staff have captured some beautiful images of insects, birds, fish—and a particularly handsome frog.

A year is a short time in science but a lot happened in 2016. NIWA highlights its top scientific endeavours of the past 12 months.

From one pole to the other, NIWA scientists work in some of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes.

The 2016 NIWA Wellington Regional Science and Technology Fair has again been a resounding success, with more than 500 intermediate and secondary school students taking part.

The 2016 North Island NIWA regional science and technology fairs have now taken place and NIWA congratulates all winners and participants.