About NIWA

NIWA is placing the future of New Zealanders at the heart of its operation by investing in new supercomputers that will significantly enhance scientists’ abilities to solve crucial issues facing the country.

We recognise that there's so much more to life than just work!

We sponsor regional science and technology fairs around New Zealand and support learning programmes that bring science into the classroom.

If you're moving to join us here at NIWA, we want to say thanks for choosing us by helping you with your big move.

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.

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.

An overview of Science at NIWA

We can supply a wide range of weather or climate monitoring instruments from single parameter sensors to fully equipped and installed climate stations.

We have a range of exciting career pathways with our professional Support Service.