My government boosting funding for life saving drugs!
After announcing our cancer drug plan just a couple of weeks ago, it’s been great to see such rapid progress from Pharmac in kicking off the process to approve the…
The Indian News conferred Gold Medal at PRIDE IN PRINT AWARD-2024
The Indian News conferred Gold Medal at PRIDE IN PRINT AWARD-2024 We are delighted to announce that The Indian News, your favourite news publication and a trusted, fearless voice for…
Saturn Retrograde (30 June 2024 – 27 December 2024)
Saturn Retrograde (30 June 2024 – 27 December 2024)Saturn Retrograde (30 June 2024 – 27 December 2024) A retrograde motion of a planet is an optical illusion where it appears…
“Three men scheduled for court reappearance after drug and firearm charges linked to search warrants in central North Island.”
In the past two weeks, law enforcement authorities conducted four search warrants in Ohakune and Taumarunui, uncovering significant quantities of illicit substances and stolen goods. According to the New Zealand…
Family members of a man discovered Dead in a car outside a vape store, councillor says
Family members of a man discovered deceased in a car outside a vape store over the weekend are reeling from the tragedy, according to Auckland councillor Josephine Bartley. The incident…
Former Green MP Darleen Tana Admits Guilt in Confrontation Amid Alleged Migrant Exploitation Scandal
Former Green MP Darleen Tana admitted to confronting a migrant worker during a heated incident in March 2023, threatening defamation action if he pursued an employment complaint against her husband’s…
Associate Health Minister Casey Costello Severely Reprimanded by Chief Ombudsman and Forced to Apologize for Concealing Tobacco and Vaping Policy Information
Chief Ombudsman Orders Apology Over Mishandling of OIA Requests Chief Ombudsman Judge Peter Boshier has mandated that Associate Minister of Health, Mary Costello, apologize to RNZ and Otago University Professor…
ANZ and Westpac Enhance Customer Protection with Behavioral Biometrics to Combat Scams
ANZ Introduces Behavioural Biometrics to Combat Rising Fraud Attempts Last month, ANZ Bank introduced a new anti-scam measure designed to protect customers from fraud: the collection of behavioural biometrics. This…
Indian-Origin Man Attacks Ex-Wife, Slashing Her Throat During Divorce Dispute
Indian-Origin Man Slashes Ex-Wife’s Throat Amid Divorce Dispute Mitesh Kumar, 45, admitted to the attempted murder of his ex-wife and obstructing police from accessing his phone during proceedings at the…
“Internet-Only Era: ‘Sunset’ for Broadcast TV Possible, Timing Uncertain”
The traditional TV antenna may soon be obsolete as media companies plan to transition to internet-only and streaming services over the next decade. TVNZ expects to be fully digital by…
Mom Proposes G-String Bikini Ban at Public Pool, Sparking Debate
Michelle Robinson: A mother’s petition to ban g-string bikinis at New Plymouth’s public pool has stirred mixed reactions. Amy Dixon, who has three sons, initiated the petition after her 8-year-old…
Christchurch Man Kills Elderly Indian Visitor Mistaken for Kidnapper
A Christchurch man fatally attacked Mewa Singh, a 60-year-old Indian visitor, after mistaking him for a kidnapper. The incident began when the man saw Singh holding his son’s hand near…
“Ex-Green MP Darleen Tana Speaks Out After Resignation Demand Amid Migrant Exploitation Investigation”
The day after the report was released, Darleen Tana attended an urgent caucus meeting with her lawyer and a support person. According to Swarbrick, Tana’s actions were found to be…
Mandatory tests for students from first year in school!
Starting next year, the government has mandated that primary schools conduct regular assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics. This new initiative includes a specific focus on evaluating the ability of…
National’s cuts put our health at risk
New Zealanders need and deserve a strong public health system. Here in Auckland and throughout the country, we need to ensure hospitals, clinics and community providers have the resources needed…
Rebuilding the economy is my government’s priority- Luxon
As Prime Minister, my job is to lead a government that has three key priorities – to rebuild the economy, to restore law and order, and to deliver better public…
Average Wages by Age for Kiwis Revealed – How Does Your Salary Compare?
Teenagers earn the least, with an average pay of $544 per week. How much are you earning compared to your own generation? The median wage, at $1273 per week, is…
Retail crimes-enough is enough!
In Papatoetoe, over 200 business owners and concerned citizens gathered to demand stricter penalties for youth offenders following a recent, shocking incident of robbery. The catalyst for this protest was…
Successful Ovarian Cancer Awareness Event by Better Future Trust
Better Future Trust has been active since its incorporation on November 30, 2022, by founders Shivani Arora and Kuldeep Arora. The Trust aims to create a better present and future…
Coalition Government Releases Q3 Action Plan, Prioritizing ‘Making Kiwis Safer and Restoring Law and Order’ – PM
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has unveiled the Coalition Government’s Q3 Action Plan, detailing 40 actions for the period from July 1 to September 30, aimed at rebuilding the economy, enhancing…
Matariki 2024: Tūrangi’s Innovative Drone Light Show Reimagines Tradition
Group of enthusiastic Tūrangi residents have created a stunning Matariki light show on video using only torches and a drone. While Rotorua showcases its impressive Aronui Indigenous Arts Festival light…
Medical Laboratory Company Reports Significant Loss Amid Staff Workload Challenges
Major Loss for NZ’s Largest Private Medical Laboratory Amid Workforce Strain and Funding Issues New Zealand’s largest privately-owned medical laboratory, Awanui, has reported a $16 million loss for the last…
National’s Budget causing worry among communities
Around the country, Labour MPs have been out meeting with communities to discuss the impact of National’s first Budget. Here in Auckland, people have shared concerns about cuts to key…
My government’s first budget is growth oriented!
Two weeks ago, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and I delivered the first Budget of the coalition Government in Parliament. We were proud to deliver tax relief for the first time…