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17 August 2026

Permanent Chair appointed to New Zealand Institute of Advanced Technology

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Source reporting: Beehive Government Releases

Permanent Chair appointed to New Zealand Institute of Advanced Technology

Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Penny Simmonds has announced the appointment of Steve O'Connor as permanent Chair of the New Zealand Institute of Advanced Technology (NZIAT).

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