New Zealand scraps research reforms and infrastructure funding

Uncertainty gives way to despair as new government pulls the plug on Science City and turns its back on reform process

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February 19, 2024

Last updated

June 6, 2024

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Tania Flowers rides her bike onto a damaged bridge over the Avon River to illustrate New Zealand scraps research reforms and infrastructure funding

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