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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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News

  • nzgsm groundbreaking

    University breaks ground on new medical school

    The groundbreaking ceremony is a significant step towards the establishment of the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine.

    Division of Health 05 Dec 2025
  • Susan Hassall and Neil Quigley from the University of Waikato, Cheryl de la Rey, Cathy Andrew and Te Maire Tau from the University of Canterbury

    Waikato-Canterbury partnership expands access to medical training

    The agreement will strengthen medical education pathways and support regional and rural health services.

    News 05 Dec 2025
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    Tauranga graduate recognised internationally for smart city research

    Tauranga graduate Ben Jones earns international recognition for research showing how residents and council can co-design smart city technology.

    Tauranga 01 Dec 2025
  • phillips

    Tom Phillips inquiry: one family’s tragedy now a chance to reform NZ’s child protection system

    The inquiry isn’t just about individual failures; it’s about whether the system was resilient enough to handle an extraordinary situation.

    Opinion 28 Nov 2025

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07 858 5171
wmier@waikato.ac.nz
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