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A bus driver has been hospitalised following an unprovoked assault at the Manukau Bus Interchange on Monday afternoon. Sree Swami, who had recently started with Ritchies Transport (operating under Auckland…
Police encourage landlords to be vigilant to the risks your properties are being used to commit crime. In the 18 months up to end of June 2025 Police uncovered 187…
In a historic step toward strengthening bilateral ties in tourism, the Consulate General of India in Auckland, in collaboration with The Indian News, organised an insightful seminar focused on fostering…
During my past twelve months in Auckland, I have had the opportunity to visit cities such as Hamilton, Cambridge, and Whangārei, where I met with city council leaders, local business…
Labour’s New Zealand Future Fund is the first step in its plan to back New Zealand’s potential and create secure, well-paid jobs across the country. “New Zealanders are inventive and…
National is focused on improving health and education for all New Zealanders. We want our kids to be taught the basics brilliantly, and we want all Kiwis to have access…
Fonterra’s decision to sell its consumer dairy brands—including household staples Anchor and Mainland—to French multinational Lactalis has stirred major debate across New Zealand’s farming and political circles. The $4 billion…
Auckland’s Indian music aficionados are in for a soulful treat this spring as renowned musician Amit Sen presents the 17th programme by his Mohammed Rafi Academy of Music and the…
Diwali greetings from Labour MP Priyanca Radhakrishnan, based in Maungakiekie.
I’m back in Wellington for a three-week sitting block after two weeks out in the community, listening to what matters most to you. It’s been a joy celebrating with Auckland’s…
Our Government has announced a couple of important things in the last week that I want to share with you. The first being two initiatives to move young people out…
The young and energetic Managing Director of Bank of Baroda New Zealand, Mr. Sandeep Khetan, has a clear and confident message — Bank of Baroda is here to stay and…
The Uttar Pradesh Association of New Zealand (UPANZ) illuminated the spirit of togetherness and devotion as it celebrated Prakash Parv 2025 on October 5 at the Balmoral Community Centre, Auckland.…
When I sat down with Prithi Pal Singh Basra, one of New Zealand’s most respected Sikh leaders, I was struck by the calm dignity he carries and the depth of…
Christopher Luxon is losing control of the economy in more bad news for New Zealanders already struggling with the cost of living. Data released by Statistics New Zealand shows our…
Every New Zealander — at some point in their life — has faced a medical emergency, either personally or through a loved one. And almost every story carries the same…
The National Government has just expanded our FamilyBoost scheme – providing ECE rebates to tens of thousands more families. Families with young children can now claim a rebate of up…
Next month, the University of Auckland Council will consider making the “Waipapa Taumata Rau” (WTR) papers optional—a step I’ve been calling for over many months. I’ve consistently warned that forcing…
Journey on Two Wheels Earlier this year, I completed an extraordinary challenge: cycling the entire length of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, which follows the Continental Divide from the…
Centenary Series – Article 9 “Every profession, when guided by love, becomes an offering at the Feet of the Divine.” As the Centenary of Bhagawan Sri Sathya
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown sat down with The Indian News to reflect on his first term in office, the challenges facing the city, and the role of Auckland’s Indian community.…
From early next year, over 100,000 more Year 1–8 students will have access to a Learning Support Coordinator to provide the support they need so they can thrive at school.…
If you’ve been to your local dairy, takeaway shop, or corner store lately, you’ve probably noticed the change – fewer customers and fewer purchases. For the many in our Indian…
Moving to a new country takes courage. Migrants leave behind family and support networks to build a new life from scratch. Like generations of New Zealanders before them, they place…