Posted by CCM / 23 February 2026
Ngā Huia is a major project within Massey University’s 10‑plus‑year, $160 million redevelopment of the Tāwharau Ora | School of Veterinary Science. Replacing outdated mid‑20th‑century facilities, the Stage 3 building strengthens Massey’s role as Aotearoa New Zealand’s only veterinary school and reinforces its status as a world‑class, research‑driven institution. The building features specialist laboratories, collaborative learning and office spaces, and a culturally grounded design developed in partnership with local mana whenua, Rangitāne o Manawatū.
Ngā Huia now stands as a flagship for veterinary science in Aotearoa—technically advanced, culturally grounded, and purpose‑designed to support Massey’s students, researchers, and the nation’s agricultural and biosecurity future.
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