Alister Jones
New ZealandacademicMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Professor Alister Jones is the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Waikato, known for his work in marine science and coastal research. He was in the news for securing a 99-year land lease for a new marine research facility in Tauranga, aimed at addressing climate change, sustainability, and aquaculture.
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University of Waikato deputy vice-chancellor Professor Alister Jones said 83 international students were enrolled at its Tauranga campus.
International students spend more in Bay of Plenty than in other regions, survey showsNew Zealand· 2026-09-27
Alister Jones said the facility was a world-class solution for public engagement and building marine research capability.
New Zealand Institute for Marine Futures coming to Tauranga’s Sulphur PointNew Zealand· 2025-08-28
University of Waikato deputy vice-chancellor Professor Alister Jones told the meeting he had been working with coastal science chairman Professor Chris Battershill for 12 years to find a permanent home for marine science programmes.
University of Waikato secures 99-year land lease for Tauranga marine facilityNew Zealand· 2025-03-05
Alister Jones is the deputy vice-chancellor of the University of Waikato who has been working on marine science programmes.
University of Waikato secures 99-year land lease for Tauranga marine facilityNew Zealand· 2025-03-05