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The Wellington Indian Association (WIA) proudly hosted Sari Atelier 2026, a vibrant and elegant fashion showcase that celebrated the richness, diversity, and timeless beauty of Indian culture. The event brought…

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Rough sleepers, beggars should not be subject to move-on orders – Auckland Council

9 June 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Auckland councillors want begging and rough sleeping to be taken out of the government’s proposed move-on orders for disorderly behaviour. The Summary Offences (Move-on Orders) Amendment Bill has passed its…

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Prime Minister showing no interest in changing housing allowance for MPs

26 May 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is showing no interest in tightening the housing allowance system for MPs despite the coalition making it harder for other New Zealanders to claim accommodation support.…

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‘Water everywhere’: Dozens of cars seen floating in floodwaters in Mount Cook

20 April 2026 The Editor The Indian News

A woman on Wright Street in the Wellington suburb of Mount Cook saw half a dozen cars floating when she looked outside her window. Jane Loughnan said she woke up…

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State of emergency in Wellington as more rain arrives after floods, slips

20 April 2026 The Editor The Indian News

A state of emergency has been declared in the Wellington region after it was hit with torrential rain. Wellington Civil Defence Emergency Management (WCEM) said the declaration supports the response…

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‘The bridge is gone’: Hundreds isolated in South Wairarapa

17 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

A key Lower North Island bridge has washed out, isolating hundreds along the South Wairarapa coast. By Sue Teodoro of Local Democracy Reporting Coastal communities have been cut off as…

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Labour Moves Into the Lead as Voter Mood Shifts, New Poll Shows

19 December 2025 The Editor The Indian News

As the year comes to a close, the political mood in New Zealand appears to be shifting. A new poll shows Labour pulling ahead of National, opening up a clear…

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Selling the Anchor: Has Fonterra Lost Its Kiwi Soul?

23 October 2025 The Editor The Indian News

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…

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Hindu Women Forum NZ Celebrates Karva Chauth 2025 Across New Zealand

13 October 2025 The Editor The Indian News

Following the resounding success of the 1st New Zealand Hindu Women Conference held in Wellington in September 2025, the Hindu Women Forum (HWF), a division of Hindu Council of New…

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Ethnic Arts & Trade Foundation NZ

30 September 2024 Editor The Indian News

The launch of the Ethnic Arts & Trade Foundation NZ at the Parliament Beehive in Wellington on 25th September 2024 was a remarkable event, well-attended by members of New Zealand’s…

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India’s Honorable President Droupadi Murmu received a traditional Māori welcome in Wellington, New Zealand. President Murmu is currently on a three-day official visit to the country. #DroupadiMurmu #NewZealand

8 August 2024 The Editor The Indian News

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Wellington Faces Hard Times as Businesses Struggle and Confidence Drops

5 August 2024 The Editor The Indian News

Wellington is currently facing a tough period with many businesses struggling and a significant drop in consumer confidence. The city’s public sector is experiencing job cuts, and the rising cost…

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The Government has announced a major $800 million plan to upgrade the rail system for lower North Island

25 July 2024 The Editor The Indian News

An $800 million investment in upgrading the lower North Island’s commuter rail system will reduce the travel time between Wellington and Masterton by 15 minutes. The current train fleet on…

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My government has set ambitious targets for education!

10 May 2024 Editor The Indian News

Since entering politics, what has alarmed me most is the decline in educational achievement. This is far from a criticism of our teachers. They do an incredible job, and our…

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“Public Sector Job Cuts Impact Wellington’s Employment Landscape, Trade Me Data Reveals

19 April 2024 Editor The Indian News

Recent job statistics highlight the tangible effects of public sector cuts on employment, especially in Wellington. The data suggests a significant shift in the job market, with over 3,000 job…

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Governor General outlines government’s priorities!

8 December 2023 Editor The Indian News

At the State Opening of Parliament this morning, the Governor-General outlined the new Government’s priorities, officially kicking off the next three years of the political cycle. It comes after yesterday’s…

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10 November 2023 Editor The Indian News

#NationalUnityDay #RashtriyaEktaDiwas2023 Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2023 celebrated at the High Commission along with members of India Diaspora, and paid tribute to the visionary Leader #SardarVallabhbhaiPatel & #IronManOfIndia on his birth…

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26 October 2023 Editor The Indian News

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(Updated) Ekta to start food distribution service in Porirua

16 July 2020 Editor The Indian News

Ekta, a Wellington-based charity will start distributing prepared and pre-packed vegetarian meals on a weekly basis in Porirua from July 18. In addition to the pre-packed food, there will also…

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Ekta and St Peter’s Church help out the Wellington City Mission

18 June 2020 Editor The Indian News

On June 13, Wellington-based Ekta NZ and St Peter’s Church got together to mark their second year of support to the Wellington City Mission (WCM).

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Cabinet will decide on June 8 whether and when to move to Alert Level 1

4 June 2020 Editor The Indian News

Alert Level 1 sees everyone being able to return without restriction to work, school, sports and domestic travel, and you can get together with as many people as you want.