10 February 2026
We’re officially back into the rhythm of 2026, and I hope everyone enjoyed a well‑earned break. It’s going to be a big year for us, and we’re already moving at pace.
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16 December 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, BioTechNZ extends warm wishes to all our members, partners, and friends.
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12 November 2025
The BioTechNZ Awards recognise the exceptional individuals and breakthrough technologies that are driving our industry forward and making a real difference to Aotearoa.
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11 November 2025
It's the last sprint before a well-deserved break. BioTechNZ has had another great month, where I attended pivotal events in the biotech and life sciences calendar: Medicines New Zealand Annual Conference, Bridgewest Impactful Innovation Conference 2025, and AusBiotech 2025.
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03 October 2025
As we look ahead to 2026, you have all voted for our new members to the Executive Council. I would like to welcome our new members: Josh Starkey (BNZ), Kylie Price (Malaghan Institute of Medical Research), and re-elected members Craig Houston (ANZCO), Manya Saberwel (Cytiva), and Elliot Dunn (Brandon Capital).
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28 August 2025
I feel like my feet aren't even touching the ground — I’m so proud of what the BioTechNZ team and our ambassadors are achieving! My dream was to see New Zealand back on the global stage, and we are absolutely knocking it out of the park.
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24 July 2025
We are pleased to invite you to nominate yourself or another individual for BioTechNZ’s Executive Council.
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11 July 2025
Kia ora, In this issue Insights from our Executive Director We are all acutely aware of how tough things are, but the biotech sector never ceases to amaze me. There … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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10 July 2025
New Zealand has the research excellence, innovation mindset, and community strength to compete globally. Now is the time to: Let’s take inspiration from global leaders and shape a bold, connected, … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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29 May 2025
Our new Executive Council has been focused on enhancing member value, ensuring you receive maximum benefit from your membership while we deliver what matters most to you.
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In this issue Insights from our Executive Director Reflecting on our journey from 2017—when NZBIO faced financial challenges and joined the NZTech Group—to today is truly remarkable. Four years of … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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12 February 2025
In this issue Insights from our Executive Director As we kick off the year, BioTechNZ is already moving full speed ahead with exciting developments in the biotech sector. There is … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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16 December 2024
It has been a landmark year for BioTechNZ and our members. Let's take a moment to reflect on the progress and achievements of 2024!
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30 September 2024
Kia ora, In this issue Insights from our Executive Director The more I work in this role the more excited I am about the convergence of once-siloed technologies across multidisciplinary … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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03 September 2024
In this issue Insights from our Executive Director During the last month there has been plenty of discussion in the media regarding gene technologies – should our companies and researchers … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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02 September 2024
We can’t wait to reconnect at Aotearoa New Zealand’s 2025 Life Science Summit – Uniting biology and technology to unleash potential. 18-19 March, 2025 at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre. Click here … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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21 June 2024
It has been another busy month for biotech. More than 35 Kiwis travelled to the BIO International Convention in San Diego.
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06 March 2024
In this issue Insights from our Executive Director This year feels like it’s going to be a fast game, but a good game for the biotech sector! I am incredibly … Continue reading "NZ should move to low nicotine cigarettes, BiotechNZ says"
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The Ministry of Health’s move toward a smoke free Aotearoa by 2025, genetic engineering and genetic technologies for low nicotine cigarettes could play a major part in ensuring the success a leading biotech expert says. Government set a goal in 2011 for less than five percent of New Zeal
June 14, 2021
"With over $100 million invested so far in New Zealand’s medicinal cannabis industry, 2021 is our year to shine,” says Dr Zahra Champion, Executive Director of BioTechNZ and MedCan Summit 2021 organiser. Academics, researchers, government officials, doctors, businesspeople, investors, entr
June 8, 2021
Tāmaki Makaurau - New Zealand med-tech companies are using research in biotechnology to help developments in medicine, protective equipment and sensors, BiotechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion says. Auckland’s Scentian Bio has spent the last decade working out how to harness insec
May 19, 2021
A lot is happening in the biotechnology sector at the moment and it is really exciting to see our members success - keep up the good work! Now is certainly the time to show that biotech is a key part of the New Zealand economy. How can you do that? Join BioTechNZ to help shape the New Zeala
May 14, 2021
Government has a critical role in funding biotechnology research for the benefit of all Kiwis, BiotechNZ executive director Dr Zahra Champion says. Governments worldwide should invest in gene editing research to ensure there is equitable access for farmers to new technologies and avoid only havi
May 3, 2021
Wow! Another great month for the biotech sector, with a big congratulations to microbiologist Dr Siouxsie Wiles who has been named New Zealander of the Year. Wiles has been the public face of the Covid-19 pandemic, helping people to understand what it is and the science behind it. The NZ H
April 9, 2021
Following the success of New Zealand’s first medicinal cannabis summit last year, organisers have confirmed MedCan 2021 will take place in Auckland on 12 and 13 October. 2021 marks a significant year for the country’s newest sector, with Kiwi medicinal cannabis products set to come to market
March 24, 2021
The world of biotechnology is as colourful as it is beneficial. Polish professor Pawel Kafarski created a rainbow colour code to differentiate the main areas of biotechnology: white (industrial), green (agricultural), blue (marine and freshwater), red (pharmaceutical), brown (desert biotechnol
March 3, 2021
2020 was a big year for BioTechNZ with the delivery of MedCan 2020, the creation of the biotech ecosystem map, New Zealand Life Sciences Key Opinion Leaders and publishing of the report AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND BOOSTED BY BIOTECH - Innovating for a sustainable future.2021 will be fu
February 4, 2021