Migrants build New Zealand – serious criminals betray that trust
New Zealand has given many migrants the chance to build a better life. People come here to work hard, raise families, start businesses, and study. That opportunity matters. But it…
Luxon and Willis Target Bureaucracy in Push for Digital-First Government.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has outlined a public sector reform plan aimed at delivering about 2.4 billion dollars in savings over four years by encouraging government agencies to replace portions…
Calls for Unity should not be a call for homogeneity.
When my previous article came out over ten days ago, there have been mostly positive, grateful responses, with most members expressing the articulation of mana tangibly in my words. I…
Māori-Indian gathering in Waikato a step towards reconciliation and unity
An important step toward reconciliation and cultural understanding was achieved at a multi-community gathering held at Trust Waikato in Hamilton over the weekend. On Saturday, former Te Pāti Māori president…
Kiwi man banned from Qantas amid in-flight chaos
A New Zealand passenger has been banned from all Qantas flights after he allegedly bit a crew member on a flight between Australia and the United States. (Source: Nine) A…
Bill to crack down on misleading pricing introduced
Legislation aimed at strengthening consumer protections and cracking down on misleading business practices has been introduced to Parliament.The Fair Trading Amendment Bill, put forward by Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis…
Immigration says changes will see US-style crackdown ‘completely wrong’ – Erica Claims
Claims proposed law changes would result in a US-style overstayer crackdown were “completely wrong”, Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says. She told a select committee on Wednesday the Immigration (Enhanced Risk…
National eyes KiwiSaver changes as Luxon hardens on immigration
Christopher Luxon says National will consider changes to KiwiSaver policy ahead of the election while making his lines clear on immigration — telling businesses he would be choosing “social stability”…
Students’ vision for a united future: embrace our differences
Amanjot Singh from Hastings Boys High School has been named the National Champion of the Race Unity Speech Awards for 2026 receiving the Tohu Raukura ā-Motu – New Zealand Police…
How is butter imported from America cheaper than butter made in New Zealand… IN New Zealand supermarkets?
No seriously.At Pak’nSave, shoppers recently spotted US butter selling for $6.99 a block, while locally made butter was priced at around $8.39. So somehow a product travelling thousands of kilometres…
“At 89, He Still Works, Pays Rent — And Refuses to Give Up”
Turning 89 next month, Napier’s Max Richards isn’t slowing down anytime soon. While many his age are long retired, Max still stacks shelves at Pak’nSave Napier, walks everywhere, lives independently,…
The Kiwis moving to Australia unprepared and ending up in crisis
A community worker on Queensland’s Gold Coast says she has conversations “a couple of times every day” with New Zealanders whose move to Australia has gone wrong. In some cases,…
Peters on superannuation: ‘It’s not a bottom line, it’s a top line’
NZ First Leader Winston Peters has described his commitment to hold the retirement age where it is as a “top line, not a bottom line”. His comments, made in an…
The dos and don’ts of picking fruit in your neighbourhood
As the cost of living rises, some people are becoming more creative about where they find food. Foraging has become one option as fruit and vegetable prices increase. But in…
Boarding House Bill passes first reading
A Labour Members’ Bill seeking to shine a light on unsafe boarding homes has passed its first reading. “I’m pleased my Bill has passed its first hurdle and that we’re…
Beyond Trade: A Strategic Shift
The editor of The Indian News spoke with the leading community leader and President of the New Zealand Indian Central Association (NZICA) following his return from India, where he was…
NZ, Singapore PMs send message on trade in volatile world
A powerhouse business delegation attending the inaugural New Zealand-Singapore leaders’ forum has been sent a clear message from their prime ministers: Get creative about how to trade more and do…
Infant milk formula exporter a2 Milk recalls batches in United States
Infant milk formula exporter a2 Milk has recalled three batches of Synlait-manufactured a2 Platinum infant milk formula in the United States due to the presence of cereulide.Cereulide was a heat-stable…
NZ’s petrol, diesel and jet fuel stocks all up
New Zealand’s in-country fuel reserves have surged to some of their highest levels since the Middle East crisis began, but the pipeline of fuel on the water is thinning.The country’s…
Owner of $15m property fined for cutting trees that blocked view of sea
Mark Fallwell didn’t like the fact that two 80-year-old pōhutukawa trees were blocking the view from his $15.7 million beachside property at Takapuna so he got them cut back. The…
All Blacks Sevens player Ngarohi McGarvey-Black caught drink-driving for second time
An All Blacks Sevens player has lost his bid for permanent name suppression, but has been given a discharge without conviction for his second drink-driving offence. Ngarohi McGarvey-Black, who is…
Consent-free granny flat rules to be expanded
The Government has announced it will be expanding its consent-free granny flat rules. The new regulations for granny flats came into force in January and allowed for units up to…
Anti-racism group stands by Indian communities in wake of haka
Content warning: This story contains direct quotes of racist language This story has been corrected to remove the reference of the controversial haka happening on the Te Matatini stage. People’s…
Illegal dumping: Auckland Council receives more than 24,000 reports
Auckland Council says it’s received more than 24,000 reports of illegal dumping in the last financial year – with nearly half of them in South Auckland. So, what can be…
Why spider webs have blanketed towns across the North Island
Spider webs have spun their way across the North Island in recent days, with the arachnids leaving homes, fences, trees and reserves draped in gossamer from parts of Auckland to…