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New approach to transform NZ construction outcomes
Risk & Compliance

New approach to transform NZ construction outcomes

A collaborative building model could help New Zealand projects finish sooner and cheaper after Lincoln University’s Waimarie science hub beat schedule and budget.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sun, 2nd Nov 2025
Gene study could cut chemical use by 80% in NZ wine sector
Agricultural Technology

Gene study could cut chemical use by 80% in NZ wine sector

Lincoln University's genomic study aims to cut chemical use in New Zealand vineyards by up to 80%, boosting sustainable wine production and reducing costs.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2025
How will New Zealand cope with the effects of climate change?
Risk & Compliance

How will New Zealand cope with the effects of climate change?

Experts say the government’s adaptation plan may leave councils and vulnerable communities exposed to worsening floods, heat and sea-level rise.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Aug 2022
How a fruit fly outbreak could devastate New Zealand’s horticulture industry
Agricultural Technology

How a fruit fly outbreak could devastate New Zealand’s horticulture industry

Two exotic fruit fly detections in Auckland have raised alarm over possible trade losses, with apples, citrus and berries most exposed.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2019
Ruataniwha land swap denied by Supreme Court
Lincoln University

Ruataniwha land swap denied by Supreme Court

Protected conservation land cannot be flooded for the proposed Ruataniwha Dam, leaving Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s $900 million scheme in doubt.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2017
Scientists identify biosecurity global ‘game-changers’
Lincoln University

Scientists identify biosecurity global ‘game-changers’

New threats from climate change, globalisation and genetics could make it harder to keep pests and diseases out over the next 20 years.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017
Flexible decision-making tactics for climate change
Lincoln University

Flexible decision-making tactics for climate change

A new analysis method could help New Zealand planners avoid costly over- or under-investment as climate risks become clearer over time.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Jun 2017
Kiwi university subjects ranked among top in the world
EduTech

Kiwi university subjects ranked among top in the world

New Zealand universities have been recognised on the global stage for a range of subjects, from education to engineering.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
Lincoln University students win Jade Software prize
Lincoln University

Lincoln University students win Jade Software prize

Christchurch is being lauded as a 'hotspot for IT' by a Lincoln University graduate who has jointly won a Jade Software prize.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Oct 2015
University uses robots to get Kiwi pupils thinking about IT
Robotics

University uses robots to get Kiwi pupils thinking about IT

Lincoln University encourages students to consider careers in IT with 'Include IT Day' event, highlighting the potential of the industry.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2014
Open access policy a first for university
Creative Commons

Open access policy a first for university

Research data, teaching materials and public records from Lincoln University will soon be open and freely accessible on the web.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2013
Kiwi firm wins business incubator award
Lincoln University

Kiwi firm wins business incubator award

Christchurch-based Powerhouse Ventures has picked up an Incubator Innovation of the Year award at a conference in the US.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 14th Apr 2011

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Genome sequencing breakthrough promises to cut vineyard sprays by 80%
Clean technologies

Genome sequencing breakthrough promises to cut vineyard sprays by 80%

New genome sequencing tech could slash vineyard chemical sprays by 80%, boosting sustainability and saving millions amid rising disease threats.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
Lincoln University announces major overhaul of their network
Network Infrastructure

Lincoln University announces major overhaul of their network

At an open day today on campus in Christchurch, Lincoln University presented a major overhaul of its campus network.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Aug 2016
University implements online system to ease enrolment headaches
Microsoft

University implements online system to ease enrolment headaches

Lincoln University launches MyLinc, a cutting-edge online enrolment system, to simplify student application processes.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
Lincoln University student creates 'invaluable' app
EduTech

Lincoln University student creates 'invaluable' app

IT grad, Tao Zhou, has completed an internship at a plant breeding and research company where he developed an app to help staff carry out field work.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2015
Lincoln University joins open education network
EduTech

Lincoln University joins open education network

Lincoln University yesterday announced its membership of the Open Education Resource university network (OERu).

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2013