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Early Years Research Centre: He Kōhanga Toi Tangata

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Early Years Research Centre

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Who we are

Our scholars focus on early years research, exploring pedagogy, policy, and community connections in childhood centres and schools for children aged 0 to 8.

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  • Shark enthusiast honoured with top academic medal

    Waikato graduate Sebastian Ross has received the Dr Andrew Smith Medal for Academic Excellence. The shark ecology researcher will begin a PhD at Florida International University focusing on the shark fin trade genetics.

    Alumni 11 May 2026
  • Waikato University nurses backed with Southern Cross scholarship boost

    Nine Bachelor of Nursing students have received up to $30,000 per student to help with study and clinical placement costs.

    News 08 May 2026
  • NZ is overdue for a population strategy – but there is only so much governments can do

    New research argues that New Zealand needs a long-term population strategy to address ageing, migration, housing and workforce pressures while supporting sustainable economic and social planning.

    Opinion 07 May 2026
  • Power-sharing pilot sees neighbours exchange more than sugar

    New research explores a concept which allows households with solar panels and batteries to sell excess energy directly to neighbours.

    News 01 May 2026

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