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Current documents
New Zealand Research Information System (NZRIS) GitHub Repository(external link) – GitHub
To ensure users have access to the most accurate and up-to-date NZRIS materials, we maintain our label schemes, link values, organisation identifiers, and ingestion templates in a dedicated MBIE GitHub repository. GitHub enables version control, transparent updates, and timely release of improvements to support data providers and system users. We recommend referring directly to the GitHub repository for the latest authoritative versions of all NZRIS documentation and resources.
NZRIS Data Specification and Dictionary version 1.3 [PDF, 1.3MB](external link)
A comprehensive reference for data providers contributing to NZRIS. Its primary purpose is to support providers in understanding the structure and requirements of the NZRIS data model and accurately prepare and submit that data.
2016 Research, Science and Innovation Domain Plan [PDF, 1.2MB](external link)
The purpose of the domain plan is to achieve clarity and broad agreement on the main statistical and information priorities for research, science and innovation in New Zealand. It sets out a programme of coordinated actions across government and the research community to respond to the identified priorities.
NZRIS Stewardship and Oversight Group (NSOG) terms of reference [DOCX, 108 KB](external link)
These terms of reference set out the operating framework for the New Zealand Research Information System (NZRIS) Stewardship and Oversight Group.(external link)
Research, science and innovation data conceptual model: Report on the Maori engagement round [PDF, 212KB](external link)
This MBIE-commissioned report by Tīaho Limited contains feedback and recommendations from key Māori researchers on the RS&I Data Conceptual Model that guided the development of NZRIS.
Historical documents
You can find historical documents about the NZRIS project on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) website.
Last updated: 21 September 2026