Himanshu "Ash" Parmar
Himanshu Parmar is a Waikato-based migrant, entrepreneur, retail crime advocate, and ACT Party's candidate from Waikato for the 2026 elections. He writes on crime, business, and culture, and their influence on shaping New Zealand’s future.
Opinion: The India-New Zealand wedding is done. Now comes the marriage
The success of our new strategic partnership depends on transparency, deeper India knowledge and businesses prepared to invest for the long term.
Broadcaster whose racist taunt at Sheila Dikshit sparked Indian protest named ACT candidate
The broadcaster will contest the 2026 election 16 years after his racist remarks forced his departure from TVNZ’s Breakfast programme.
FTA visas: India suggests Peters is confusing trade for immigration
“It has nothing to do with immigration, which is a completely different phenomenon of people moving and permanently residing.”
NZ First tells Parmjeet Parmar it's not against FTA, as ACT MP pokes fun at minister
"What was it you said… 'better to watch what people do instead of what they say'. Indeed."
‘Helping hold up New Zealand’: Is this Luxon’s strongest tribute yet to Kiwi-Indians?
“Whoever you are in this country, this community is already part of your story, whether you have noticed it or not.”
Modi returns to New Zealand with a 30-year-old scarf, rugby dreams and Kiwi jokes
"It took 40 years for an Indian prime minister to return to New Zealand, but you will not have to wait that long again."
Modi visit: NZ announces funds for Indian football, bowls teams tour this year
The celebrations are scheduled to culminate in a month of sporting events across New Zealand in November.
Modi in Auckland: India-New Zealand announce strategic partnership, beyond just trade
Sources say the elevation of the relationship to a strategic level is the defining development of Modi's visit.
Modi joins select diplomatic tradition as Luxon greets him at Auckland airport
By greeting Modi himself, Luxon placed the Indian leader alongside figures such as Chinese president Xi Jinping.
Modi arrives in Auckland today. But this won’t be his first time in New Zealand
The Indian Association Manukau hosted Modi in Papatoetoe when he came to Auckland in 2001.
Kiwi Indians are 5.8% of population, new report puts their economic impact at 8.6% of GDP
Kiwi-Indian economic activity contributed $37.3 billion to New Zealand in the year to March 2025, according to the findings.
One night in Auckland: Where Modi's whirlwind NZ visit ranks among his shortest trips
Modi has repeatedly compressed substantive bilateral diplomacy into a single day.
Luxon says New Zealand needs India in a ‘power-based’ world, after China’s missile test
“We need to work with our like-minded friends to build a lattice of relationships,” the prime minister says.
Modi's Australia visit shows how India’s place in the region has changed
India and Australia have moved from uneasy partners to strategic allies, but shifting regional dynamics will test what comes next.
The move-on orders debate has been hijacked. This is what it was actually about
The original conversation was about anti-social behaviour in and around our shared public spaces.
Indian migrant rejected by NZ job market is now building a $100m steel plant in Waikato
Punjab-born Vipan Garg struggled to find work as a CA after moving to New Zealand. He reinvented himself.
Opinion: Luxon standing beside Modi at Spark Arena matters more than critics think
World leaders have repeatedly used Modi’s large diaspora gatherings as a potent diplomatic tool.
India’s top diplomat rejects Peters’ claim New Delhi was misled over FTA
Muanpuii Saiawi's comments are the sharpest indication yet how the foreign minister's claims are going down in India.
Luxon says India will face different FTA immigration settings, but denies discrimination
"It’s very normal that the minister of immigration imposes bespoke conditions on any FTA visas."
Modi's Auckland visit expected to put NZ know-how behind India’s Olympic dream
“He (Modi) is really interested in sport because they want to host the Olympics ultimately in 2036, and the Commonwealth Games," says prime minister Luxon.
'Appalled': Race commissioner calls on politicos to avoid hateful speech this election
"I think that irrespective of where the law sits that's not something that we should accept in New Zealand," says Melissa Derby.
Kia Ora Modi: Luxon to depart from official programme to attend Auckland community event
“Because actually people-to-people ties is one of the three big legs of this relationship," says the prime minister.
Election'26: NZ First's pitch to strip residents of voting rights was rejected 40 years ago
In 1986, the Royal Commission on the Electoral System had already examined the idea Winston Peters is proposing now.
Modi in Auckland: Sold-out Spark Arena community reception to run over four hours
The organisers say the event has reached a “full house” following an “overwhelming response”
Modi in New Zealand: Full details of Auckland-only itinerary confirmed
The Indian prime minister's maiden visit is more like a compressed diplomatic sprint than a wider New Zealand tour.
National, ACT say no need to reform hate speech laws, Greens 'committed'
Labour says it is developing and refining its ethnic and social cohesion policies.
Broadcaster who called former governor-general a ‘fat Indian’ named NZ First candidate
"...it’s like Anand discovered the buffet table at 20 and he’s never really left it," Michael Laws said in 2010.
Election'26: ACT’s security guard policy could change how NZ tackles everyday crime
Under the scheme, Accredited Security Operators would complete formal education and licensing through the Private Security Licensing Authority.
‘Don’t let Modi know?’ Peters says honesty with India at stake over FTA visa moves
“This is about a trade deal and inter-country relations. That’s my responsibility,” he said.
Migrants are told to be grateful. New research asks shouldn't NZ be grateful too?
"We argue gratitude should be reciprocal, acknowledging the interdependency between migrants and the state."
Migrant child with Down syndrome fails health test, but tribunal says he needs NZ's care
The boy's mother said seeking healthcare in Sri Lanka had become a source of humiliation.
Why India is emerging as a premier global hub for medical tourism
India offers a powerful combination of internationally-recognised hospitals, highly-trained doctors and advanced medical technology.
India-trained doctors lead Asian cohort seeking to plug New Zealand’s GP shortage
A special pathway created last year allows 100 overseas-trained doctors to practice in New Zealand.
Opinion: Government agrees it's risking India ties but can’t agree who is to blame
The surprise is not that Peters has made theatre out of the India deal. It's how far he has taken it.
Destiny Church's Brian Tamaki says police have revoked his gun licence, seized firearms
"I think this is all got to do with simply trying to defend my country."
Explainer: Who are the Opportunity Party and what are their policies?
Of the 14 policy sections on the party's website, four include "tax reset", "abundant energy", 'healthy oceans" and "citizens' voice".
ACT Party candidate goes to police over online abuse, racist slur after Tamaki post
Singh said he had invited the Destiny Church leader to have a peaceful conversation in a comment to Tamaki's post on him out of respect.
Election 2026: Luxon, Seymour warn Winston Peters may not stay with the right
The New Zealand First leader is trying hard to assure voters his party “won’t do a deal with Labour”.
High migration creates more jobs. New Reserve Bank paper explains the paradox
The findings cut against the common political intuition that immigration is a competition story.
Analysis: The growing significance of Asia to New Zealand
Sixty percent of the respondents said that they felt increasingly connected to Asian cultures in their daily life.
ACT to Greens: Concern grows that India FTA rhetoric is fuelling anti-Indian sentiment
The Greens oppose the NZ-India FTA, while ACT supports it. But they seem to agree on one thing.
Burden of 'thin liberalism': What Hipkins and Labour can learn from Starmer’s downfall
In trying to appeal to everyone, the party could struggle to articulate a clear sense of what it stands for.
MPs consider petition to review racial intimidation laws after anti-migrant rhetoric
The petition is also asking Parliament to condemn racial intimidation against Indian, South Asian, Chinese and other Asian communities.
National "covertly" drawing up new policies targeting Indian migrants, Peters claims
New Zealand First's leader is suggesting National has cold feet over the labour mobility provisions in the India free trade agreement.
Opportunity Party wants to replace Winston Peters as kingmaker this election
"I believe they stand for division and they use division to get votes, whereas we want to actually find common ground..."
‘For all its faults...’: Immigration tribunal says India ain't lawless, rejects refugee claim
“It is an assertion which is regularly made to the tribunal in cases involving people professing a fear of the BJP..."
NZ-India FTA will not open floodgates to migration, Parliament report concludes
The commitments New Zealand has made to India are “relatively narrow” and future governments retain rights to manage immigration settings, a select committee report has found.
Election 2026: Businessman Himanshu Parmar named ACT's Waikato candidate
For ACT, his selection brings a candidate whose business background aligns closely with the party’s focus on enterprise and economic growth.
Hockey NZ eyes bilateral series with India to mark 100 years of sporting ties
The Indian men's cricket team is already set to embark on its biggest-ever bilateral tour to New Zealand this year.
Christianity in India: A crash course for the uninitiated, but (hopefully) still curious
Over the centuries, India has welcomed a wide range of Christian traditions, including Pentecostal and many others.
"For God's sake": Luxon on Tamaki's call for purging New Zealand of Indians
"Our ethnic communities have come to this country, have left everything behind, their language, their family, their communities."
Luxon pitches Muralidhar as National’s voice for "new generation of business talent"
National is framing the tech VC not just as an Indian-origin candidate, but rather a business candidate.
Immigration politics is hardening but NZ needs migrants more than ever, warns sociologist
While New Zealand is not ageing as quickly as some countries, the direction of travel is clear, says professor Paul Spoonley.
India women's hockey team to face NZ in Nations Cup final in Auckland, Olympics in sight
A win would earn India promotion back to the Women’s FIH Pro League for the 2026-27 season.
ACT candidate offers 'bridge of love' after Tamaki singles him out in anti-migrant post
"I think Brian Tamaki may actually start liking me if he ever had a good discussion with me on the topic of God."
Modi event in Auckland: Public registrations now open. Here's how to register
The total quota available in the general category has yet to be finalized.
'Concerning': Police step in after Tamaki calls for purging Indians over Modi visit
“We are actively monitoring the situation and will continue to engage with community leaders to understand and respond to any concerns.”
Do MPs really have it good? How their pay, perks compare with corporate bigwigs
Prime minister Christopher Luxon earned about $4 million a year as leader at Air New Zealand.
Tamaki calls for purging New Zealand of Hindus, Sikhs and Muslims over Modi visit
The self-styled Christian cleric is also calling for a protest in Auckland to coincide with the Indian prime minister's visit.
"Any right thinking person...": Police minister doubles down on Naidoo attack
Naidoo, ranked at number 13 on Labour's list, is on leave from his role as an ethnic, iwi and communities relationships manager for police.
Khandallah to Bombay Hills: The New Zealand names of Indian origin
The capital city of Wellington features three suburbs with strong ties to India – Khandallah, Berhampore and Broadmeadows.
Shy kid from Pune set for maiden gig at New Zealand Comedy Festival
The show will take audience back to his days growing up in India, the 27-year-old says.
Opinion: New Zealand wants migrant labour, not migrants. That's not done
If New Zealand continues to depend on migrant workers, it must recognise them as future members of the society.
INZ will no longer judge their performance by whether migrants feel NZ is home
MBIE cannot fully control whether migrants feel at home, argue officials, so why measure it?
Opinion: Labour’s $20 public transport promise begs a simple question. Care to answer?
The issue isn’t whether public transport is good or bad. The real issue is priorities.
First Kiwi-Indian set to play for All Whites at FIFA World Cup
The All Whites kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Iran today at 1pm.
NZ First candidate alludes to Labour’s Naidoo in post about merit over ethnicity
In political debates, critics of diversity often suggest someone was chosen because of identity rather than ability.
The ‘move on’ orders bill and its many legal quirks. Will it make cities any safer?
It might be asked whether the Government is genuinely trying to “fix the basics”, or is simply playing politics.
Lessons from Fieldays: New Zealanders aren't waiting to be rescued
"After spending three days at Fieldays – talking to farmers, small businesses and exhibitors – I came away with a different perspective."
New work rights under FTA a key marketing tool in India, says Education NZ
"Ongoing value to New Zealand and to our own economy will be very enhanced by that."
Extended work rights under FTA a key marketing tool in India, says Education NZ
The agency tasked with marketing New Zealand's education sector overseas is upbeat about the trade deal.
'Exports increasing after announcement': Agri leaders at Fieldays hail India FTA
"It is a really important market for us - among our top five markets - so to get tariff concessions is a great outcome."
‘Mark is scared’: Labour MP says Mitchell targeting Naidoo for political reasons
The police minister is scared National’s tough on crime rhetoric will get taken to pieces, says Willie Jackson.
India's standing is rising in New Zealand. So are divisions over it, finds new report
"New Zealanders' trust in India is becoming more polarised," the report notes.
Opinion: Racial hate should concern everyone, not just Indians and migrants
Prejudice becomes dangerous when influential people normalise it for political gain.
Fifa 2026: How migration became a key to World Cup success
Nearly a quarter of the 1,248 players in 2026 Fifa World Cup weren't born in the country they'll represent.
Election 2026: Labour set to send two Indian MPs. National playing catch-up
National is fielding their biggest contingent of Indian-origin candidates. Most are in Labour strongholds.
Labour puts debutant Rakesh Naidoo ahead of Priyanca Radhakrishnan in MP race
Superintendent Rakesh Naidoo – the Ethnic, Iwi and Communities Relationships Manager for police – has been almost guaranteed a seat at 13th.
Singapore is facing anti-Indian hate, like New Zealand. But it’s responding differently
The city-state has ordered the removal of social media posts scaremongering about Indian migration.
Long read: Bhana Brothers and the making of a Kiwi-Indian dynasty
Rina Patel looks back at her grandparents' incredible journey in a bid to fill in the missing pieces of her family's past.
Brian Tamaki spreads misinformation about India in anti-Modi protest call
The Indian prime minister is expected to visit in the second week of July, though the exact date has yet to be announced.
Kiwi or not? What happens when countries start to lose their sense of identity
Declining trust in government and growing societal unrest about high immigration are testing New Zealand.
Hindus not at risk in India: No asylum for man claiming persecution in Tamil Nadu
The ground reality in India doesn't support this kind of a persecution claim, New Zealand's immigration tribunal has ruled.
India vs NZ: Ish Sodhi isn't looking forward to playing against Sooryavanshi
India cricket’s next superstar Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could light up NZ summer.
India's 2026 cricket tour of New Zealand announced in big sports diplomacy push
The tour will feature five T20 internationals, five one-day internationals and two Test matches
Opinion: The idea of setting repeat offenders loose to reduce prison costs is bizarre
A great weakness in New Zealand’s justice debate is the tendency to measure risk through the lens of serious violence.
National wants to scrap sexual offender character references. Should NZ go further?
Overseas experience suggests New Zealand could go much further in reforming its sentencing system.
Narendra Modi in Auckland: How to attend community gala, what we know so far
Sources say at least 120 community organisations have informally indicated they intend to register for tickets.
India FTA payoff: Apple, pear growers see $25m boost as industries count gains
Industry associations are throwing their weight behind the deal as Parliament prepares to enforce the agreement.
Immigration, Te Tiriti, climate: The reason we can't seem to agree on anything
You cannot win a debate with someone whose beliefs about what humans are differ from yours.
Out Loud: Expecting migrants to assimilate can't be good for New Zealand
Integration works best when a country allows migrants to add to it, not subtract from themselves.
Indian values culturally incompatible with Kiwis, ex-NZer of the Year finalist tells MPs
Dr Marewa Glover also has an idea exactly how many Indian and Chinese migrants can New Zealand accommodate without a problem.
Budget 2026: Willis promises sunshine after rain, counts small wins in thrift budget
The government’s central pitch is restraint can return its books to surplus earlier than expected.
India for McClay, Indri for Winston: With love from New Delhi
The gifts our two ministers received from India last year are a study in contrast.
Willis takes on election year budget having ticked just one of three fiscal promises
By National’s own standards, the government has failed on key fiscal policies this term.
Couple who couldn't prove they are gay to be deported to India
The pair struggled to provide historical evidence of their relationship in India.
The Kiwi-Indian theatre group reviving cult classic Kabuliwala with a migrant twist
All hell breaks loose when a Kiwi-Indian girl makes friends with a migrant.
New Zealand is trying to making rugby a thing in India. No really
This is no longer an attempt to introduce rugby into a vacuum, India is already warming up to the Kiwi staple.
New English rule for overseas cooks, handymen makes sense. The timing doesn't
For a change affecting such a large part of the AEWV system, six days feels more like an emergency notice.
India is a ‘country of countries’: NZ business needs a regional strategy for FTA
India’s complex economy requires a business strategy for each of its 36 states and union territories.
India FTA won't take up jobs, says top trade union, as Winston doubles down on migration
Local jobs and social cohesion have become a sticking point in an election year.
The 'should' voter: What Labour should be arguing. And why they won't
The problems have a genuine answer, and each answer costs Labour a piece of their coalition.
Blood or belief? What actually makes you a Kiwi. And what doesn't
Some parties are most committed to the view that some New Zealanders carry greater rights by virtue of ancestry.
Indians top list of Kiwis applying for Parent Boost visa, but uptake lukewarm
A much-anticipated long-term parent visa has yet to trigger the rush of applications that was predicted.
Bill to define woman won't solve the problem NZ First wants to, finds Attorney-General
Except for the election-year rhetoric, the proposed legislation seems to be achieving nothing.
'Moral panic': Top sociologist surprised ACT is sounding like NZ First on migrants
“As a libertarian party, they have tended to be very pro immigration."
Selfie: I misread a teen as a threat at an Auckland pool. It was deeply embarrassing
If an Indian teenager had behaved the exact same way, I probably wouldn't even have noticed it.
Foreign‑trained doctors sustain NZ’s health system. We weren’t always so welcoming
In 2026, New Zealand finds itself needing foreign-trained doctors to hold its health system together.
Anti-Indian haka: Pounamu of peace offered at Waikato reconciliation hui
Former Te Pati Maori president Che Wilson reinforced "commitment to open engagement and mutual respect”.
Trespass bill will tackle shoplifters who ‘hide their hands’, but needs fixes, MPs told
Woolworths group has argued the bill strikes a more balanced approach than expanding citizen’s arrest powers.
Bashing immigrants from developing countries is a bipartisan pastime
"Labour is not the liberal guardian of immigration that some think."
Migrants aren't just cheap labour: Former NZ First minister takes on Luxon
"We are exceptionally reliant upon highly skilled migrants because they are highly skilled."
Diwali in New Zealand could change forever as MPs present new report
The Parliament has 60 days to take a call on a landmark recommendation to ban private use of fireworks.
MPs warned immigration changes could heighten insecurity among migrants
"The blanket application of these amendments could result in disproportionate outcomes."
Case files: Declined twice, then INZ got it wrong again. How Ayesha got her visa
A blow-by-blow account of what can go wrong if you want to bring your spouse to New Zealand.
Out Loud: Tightening deportation rules and the limits of being a migrant
The government is reminding migrant residents about the bond of good behaviour they've signed.
NZ’s fees‑free scheme was an expensive way to achieve little, finds study
The scheme reduced future debt, but for many it didn’t remove a pressing cash barrier to enrolling.
Luxon joins the list of migrant skeptics after Winston, Seymour show the way
The prime minister says migration and social cohesion are issues of national security.
Sikh boy from Hastings who wants you to look within wins race unity speech awards
The teenager from North Island took home three awards in the competition designed to explore race relations in New Zealand.
Can a citizenship test really measure what it means to be a New Zealander?
The risk is that it becomes an exercise in selective historical amnesia at the expense of an honest profile of the country.
'Step outside': Rotorua cafe to allow only te reo Maori, no English please
The intention is not exclusion, but immersion by requiring te reo Maori as the default language of exchange, say its founders.
Indian-origin boy who left Fiji after coup is Auckland high court's new associate judge
Legal observers say the move reflects the judiciary’s increasing need for judges with deep commercial expertise.
Man with drink-driving past won't be deported as wife is "highly vulnerable"
The woman had been “crying each day for a week” and was hyperventilating, the immigration tribunal heard.
NZ‑India FTA: Were early fears about immigration, investment justified?
The hyperbole notwithstanding, what does the text of the agreement tell us about the likely economic impact?
Indus Water Treaty: How India’s goodwill was codified into concession
The treaty imposes a series of specific design and operational restrictions on India's use of the western rivers.
Indian-origin man living at Malaysia airport after New Zealand, India deny entry
A source confirmed the man doesn't officially hold a passport for either country.
Fine Print: A quick guide to how New Zealand taxes your cryptocurrency
"Forgetting” to report your crypto gains is no longer an option.
The geopolitical math driving India's trade deals with New Zealand, rest of the world
Economic systems can absorb shocks when they are temporary and legible. What they struggle with is ambiguity.
A photo of 2 Indians at an Auckland cafe has sent police, ministers in a tangle
“I’m not a racist...the problem I have is with what Christopher Luxon is doing."
Why is everyone losing it over a citizenship test?
One side hears “citizenship test” and immediately assumes xenophobia.
'No bathroom' in Taj Mahal joke by TVNZ host didn't denigrate India, BSA rules
TVNZ says the comments referred to traveller’s diarrhoea, which is a known travel health risk in some countries.
Refresher for migrants in Kiwi values "not a bad thing": Luxon on citizenship test
The test will provide "positive assurance" that migrants understand equal rights for women and free speech, the prime minister says.
Is New Zealand sliding toward a US‑style approach to immigration and asylum?
"The US experience illustrates how quickly a protection framework can change."
New Zealand to start testing migrants for responsibility, privileges before citizenship
Topics are expected to include the Bill of Rights Act, human rights and democratic principles among others.
Seymour links Papatoetoe poll fraud with migrant corruption, winners say divisive
"More and more settlers are challenging the democratic values that the societies they move to were built on," says ACT leader.
Modi expands footprint as India elections reshape power across key states
For New Zealand readers, this matters more than it might first appear.
Selling cigarettes legally in NZ doesn't add up anymore. How did we get here?
New Zealand’s aggressive tobacco taxation regime did not begin as a cynical revenue grab.
Daily migrant tax, welfare curbs in ACT’s election plan to fix immigration
"Something doesn't quite feel right with immigration," says leader David Seymour.
Racist haka: Organisers apologize to Indian diaspora, reconciliation hui planned
The haka organisers have proposed a hui with the Indian diaspora in New Zealand for reconciliation.
India-NZ FTA: What it changes for overseas students. And what it doesn't
The trade deal is a positive step, but not a dramatic new opening from an immigration perspective.
Erica Stanford won't have migrant bus drivers whose English is not good enough
The government has a lower standard for wealthy migrants compared to bus drivers, says a Green MP.
"Shame on you, Shane Jones": Willis escalates 'butter chicken tsunami' row
“It offended me...it has offended New Zealanders of Indian descent up and down this country."
Labour considering English test relief for migrant truck, bus drivers in election manifesto
"One of the options would be a carve-out for this occupational group," says Labour's immigration spokesperson Phil Twyford.
Kids playing in Papatoetoe townhouse complex is no breach of rules, finds tenancy tribunal
The Tribunal ruled that tenants misusing shared spaces breached body corporate rules, but children playing outside is lawful and cannot be banned.
Why the Shane Joneses of the world shouldn't matter
The Indian diaspora in New Zealand knows something Jones doesn't.
India-NZ FTA: No-nonsense analysis of why trade alone isn't the endgame
"For New Zealand, the lesson is that patience with India can eventually yield scale."
India, New Zealand sign FTA: 10 big wins for exporters
The free trade agreement is expected to come into force before the November 2026 elections.
Out Loud: Lessons for Brian Tamaki from the migrant playbook
Imagine if the provocative preacher could channel his energy into something that actually improves outcomes.
Racist haka against Indians was worse than first thought
"Return to your own home, to vast land, to great poverty, to many problems."
Faking news: Mayor Brown lauded for efficiency after racist "joke"
“In a city like Auckland, time is limited," says one insider close to the mayor.
Fine Print: The '183-day' myth and why your global income is still taxable in NZ
If NZ feels like your real home, you may be treated as a tax resident.
Labour will support India-NZ FTA, confirms Hipkins, clearing way for trade deal
"New Zealand businesses need to go into this with their eyes wide open," the Labour leader has warned.
'Bloody curry-eating Indians': Haka aimed at MP Parmjeet Parmar raises racial heat
Experts noted the use of a derogatory phrase and gestures associated with Indian cultural practices.
McClay, Peters square off as India-NZ FTA showdown hits Parliament for first time
The trade deal's debut in Parliament didn't disappoint. No prizes for guessing the showstopper.
Otara-Papatoetoe leaders just wasted a second chance at social cohesion
Twice now, the Otara-Papatoetoe Local Board has been handed a moment that required restraint.
Papatoetoe elections: Psst...elephant in the room no one wants to talk about
Even as South Asian representation has increased in Otara-Papatoetoe, leadership has largely remained the preserve of Pasifika leaders.
Winston & Co hang in the air as Papatoetoe anti-Indian graffiti raises racial heat
"When politicians say things that are discriminatory or hateful...it should be called out."
Faking news: Butter chicken tsunami is coming. Shane Jones will have naan of it.
“No one could say exactly when it happened. Only that it arrived on time.”
Case files: How to get residency when you don't qualify for it
A man convicted twice of drink driving and once of assault has been granted ministerial amnesty for New Zealand residency
The brown boy from Hawke’s Bay who won’t meet racism with anger
"My brown skin and my turban were often the first things people saw."
"Shameful": Labour isn't happy with Luxon's handling of Peters' tirade against ethnic Kiwis
"Divisive comments which target our ethnic communities have no place in New Zealand."
Papatoetoe anti-Indian graffiti: 61-year-old accused gets name suppression from court
Police say the man, a local, has been charged with offensive behaviour and wilful damage.
Fine Print: Overseas mutual funds and the tax you pay even when you earn nothing
If you are a New Zealand tax resident, you are required to pay tax on your worldwide income.
$7,500 penalty puts social media group admins on notice in landmark Privacy Act ruling
In a first for New Zealand, a social media group has been found liable under the privacy law.
'Kill All Indian' message outside Papatoetoe school spooks residents
Police say they have launched an inquiry and informed the school authorities.
Sikh man in Papakura takes on Brian Tamaki's wife for smear campaign over kirpan
The ceremonial dagger is well accepted by the New Zealand police as a reasonably safe item of faith.
Indian-origin candidates, and democracy, took a hit in Papatoetoe election re-run
What the re-run for the Otara Papatoteoe Local Board tells us about fraud and democracy.
'Sunny Kaushal effect' and the mollycoddling of retailers in new trespass law
A new bill that empowers retailers to trespass shoplifters more effectively is in Parliament.
Papatoetoe election results: Indian candidates take 3 out of 4 seats in re-run
A re-do of last year's election has thrown up a mixed result for the past winners.
India is no Ukraine: Sikh man seeking asylum in New Zealand told to return home
India is doing a good enough job of protecting its civilians at the border, a tribunal has ruled.
Case files: Indian driver nearly deported after advisor uploads unrelated document
How a single, unnecessary document created a mountain of stress and thousands of dollars in legal fees.
Out Loud: Migrant in me wants to believe David Seymour. But I can't
The story the ACT Party leader is telling is, frankly, quite appealing. But it can be intellectually thin.
New Zealand to sign India FTA this month, New Delhi confirms
Trade minister Todd McClay is preparing to fly to India in a few weeks to seal the deal.
India-NZ FTA: Of sleeping ministers and a “crazy” Kiwi
The real trade negotiations between India and New Zealand took place in odd pockets of the world.
What life is really like for Indian IT workers serving global firms
What does working from home actually look like for the five million Indian IT professionals?
Out Loud: Migrants powering New Zealand, says (yet) another study. But who cares?
Migration is a two-way street where no one side is a benefactor. Our politicians seem to forget that.
India's IITs are quietly stitching New Zealand into their global network
A new deal between IIT Madras and University of Canterbury is the latest sign of a deeper shift set in motion during Luxon’s India visit.
No smoke, no trace: The hidden cooking traditions of Rajputs and Maori
Long before instant meals and neatly packed meal prep became the norm, people relied on resourceful ways to prepare and preserve their food.
NZ Cricket Backs Franchise T20 League as Super Smash Faces Uncertain Future
NZ Cricket’s proposed NZ20 franchise competition raises questions about Super Smash’s future, player retention, governance tensions, and influence.
Luxon, Hipkins deep in untested waters over India deal as Modi's visit looms
The National government can sign the NZ-India FTA. It won't be any good without Labour's support.
Modi preparing for maiden visit to New Zealand, alongside trip to Australia in July
New Zealand has confirmed a "substantial list of deliverables" for Modi's visit, the Indian government says.
Heartbroken Sikh man who found Islam at an Auckland market gets asylum
The refugee tribunal referred to reports from India about “honour killings” over religious conversion.
Case files: The wedding trip to India that ended his New Zealand life
The officer asked him questions about his job interview from two years earlier. He could not remember every detail.
Inside Erica Stanford's bid to stop people gaming New Zealand's asylum system
The government suspects not all those seeking asylum are really under threat of persecution.
What you need to know about washing cars (and more) at home
Washing your car can clean out your wallet. But it doesn't have to be that way.
Mum awarded $10,000 after son blocks her access to money
The woman said she was in a vulnerable position because she relied on her son.
Passengers urged to wave down buses - but not required
Making an extra effort at the bus stop is not essential but it can go a long way.
Government u-turns on prescription co-payment fees
Patients would still need to collect their medicines every three months.
As Trump rewrites the rules in Venezuela, NZ faces a foreign policy reckoning
New Zealand now faces a moment of reckoning in its foreign policy.
New Year honour reflects the 'resilience, strength, and contributions of refugee communities'
Asian New Zealanders shine in New Year Honours list 2025
‘Millennial nostalgia with Bollywood bangers’: Young Indian Kiwis embrace DJ life
What was once a niche hobby has increasingly become a serious pursuit, particularly for women
Indian community theatre group Prayas marks 20 years on stage
Behind the scenes with Indian community theatre group Prayas, which has marked two decades on stage.
Migrant bus drivers want strict language rules for residency eased
The petition follows warnings that a looming driver shortage could cripple transport services.
Kiwi-Indians celebrate sporting excellence in droves
Tens of thousands have turned up to cheer at New Zealand's Indian community events in recent months.
Regional Indian films outshine Bollywood at NZ box office
Regional Indian cinema is giving the mighty Bollywood a run for its money in New Zealand.
What’s fuelling the growing demand for Indian ethnic wear?
Outlets selling Indian footwear items such as mojaris, juttis and Kolhapuri chappals are proving popular.
Young tennis stars hope international success can inspire community
Young tennis stars want more Kiwi-Indians to take up the sport.
India–NZ FTA: Stress-testing Winston’s anxieties over the deal
The foreign minister isn't happy with the terms of the FTA with India. It's not the first time he has had a grudge with a trade deal.
Out Loud: Luxon’s love for Kiwi-Indians doesn’t show in Parliament
When an entire population group is missing from the governing party, policy blind spots are not an accident.
How old is too old for a home loan?
Mortgage advisers say it is not unusual for age to be a hurdle for some borrowers.
Asian ethnicities to make up 33% of population by 2048
About 19 percent of the population claimed Asian descent in 2023.
Out Loud: The quiet logic of the Indian migrant mindset
The enigma of the Indian migrant and why it needs to be understood.
Selfie: The potluck politics spicing up diaspora get-togethers
There's more to that dish you bring to the family gathering. You have been warned.
New OCD treatment being trialled in New Zealand
It's hoped the process could be a game-changer for the nearly 100,000 New Zealanders who suffer from OCD.
Cost of building a new house set to rise
New homeowners planning to build - expected to fork out more money.
Did NZ’s sweeping health reforms deliver on their promise? Three years on, the verdict is mixed
Once billed as a once-in-a-generation health reset, the Pae Ora reforms promised equity and consistency. Three years on, this analysis looks at what changed and what didn’t.
Australia moves India to ‘highest-risk’ student visa category: What applicants should know
Indian students applying for Australian Visa required to take more steps.
India tells the world its plan as chair of Brics 2026
Brics must work for “reformed multilateralism” at a time when the world community is dealing with multiple complex challenges
Jaishankar, Rubio talk India-US trade
The two sides have agreed to finalise the first tranche of the agreement by the fall of 2025.
NZ's largest bank increases some home loan interest rates
Home loan interest rates to go up.
House prices are up - but what's going on in Wellington?
Auckland house prices continue to rise but Wellington showing a different trend.
Out Loud: The day Te Tiriti got the Indian guy in the room
How long do we have to build lives, work double shifts, buy homes and raise children before New Zealand admits we are no longer guests?
Why are teeth left out of public healthcare?
Total cost of excluding dental care from public health costs higher than including it.
Election 2026: Labour proposes 'game-changing' streaming levy to fund local productions
Talks of imposing a streaming levy that is set to benefit local producers.
Sensitive info possibly made public as 1000 police cases affected by tech problem
Sensitive data has been publicized due to technical issue.
Dairy prices reverse course, with demand rising
Dairy price hikes overnight.
Dog owners asked to keep away from nesting sites used by NZ's rarest bird
The Department of Conservation is urging dog owners to keep pets away from nesting areas after a series of incidents at Mangawhai threatened the tara iti, New Zealand’s rarest bird.
Students can now claim $12,000 but is it money well spent?
$12,000 assistance for students pursuing their final year of study.
India-Israel sign joint declaration to strengthen collaboration in fisheries and aquaculture
The key areas of collaboration include joint research and development in advanced aquaculture technologies.
India offering decisive solutions to global challenges: Lok Sabha Speaker
Maintaining dignity, credibility and prestige of parliamentary institutions in the eyes of the people is paramount priority, Birla says.
European Council, European Commission presidents to talk security, defence with Modi
The two presidents will also take part as guests of honour at India’s 77th Republic Day Parade on January 26.
Trump tariffs and warming India-China ties have silenced the Quad partnership, for now
New Delhi is more concerned about how to position itself amid the great power competition between China and the US.
Avoid all non-essential travel to Israel: India amid Iran tensions
The advisory comes as protests continue to escalate across Iran, with clashes between reported with security forces.
Skilled migrants on path to residency warned status may change
Skilled migrants presented with worry of residency.
‘Turn your backs’: Ethnic leaders call for calm after Sikh parade disruptions
Calls made for the Sikh community to turn against protests organized by True Patriots.
Out Loud: The secret resilience that drives the Indian migrant
To outsiders, the outcome looks like advantage. What is rarely seen is the cost.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon delivers State of the Nation speech
Prime Minister Luxon delivers State of the Nation Speech.
Māori delegation eyes deeper business, cultural ties with India
A Māori delegation of business and community leaders, chefs, educators and a kapa haka group is travelling to India this week in a bid to explore business opportunities and deepen cultural ties.
Experienced envoy named India's next high commissioner to New Zealand
Muanpuii Saiawi appointed as India's next high commissioner to New Zealand.
NZ elections to take place on November 7: Luxon
Writ day will be on October 4 and nominations will close on October 8.
‘We are going to have a good deal’: Trump calls PM Modi ‘fantastic leader’ at Davos
Donald Trump made the remark on the sidelines of his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Indian tourists allege racism at Thailand beach club, management responds
Yona Beach Club has denied the allegations of racism, saying that its entry rules were part of a crowd management strategy.
‘Settled 8 wars, including India-Pakistan’: Donald Trump at Davos
The US President made the remark in an address at World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Astronaut Sunita Williams retires after 27 years at NASA: A look at her achievements
60-year-old Williams, a former Navy captain, spent more than 27 years at NASA, logging 608 days in space over three station missions.
No longer 'emerging' economy, India tells the world at Davos
"India is becoming essential to the global economic order," says Indian minister.
India could withdraw diplomats' families from Bangladesh, say sources
Ties between the South Asian neighbours soured after former Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina fled to India in 2024.
Selfie: The things we bring without knowing
Migration isn’t a clean swap where you exchange old habits for new ones. Every now and then, I catch myself doing something I moved here to escape.
Retail crime: Did Sunny Kaushal really need to work so much?
Decoding the shock and awe around the government's retail crime advisory group and its chair.
Pharmac proposes funding life-changing cystic fibrosis medicines for all ages
No child left waiting: Pharmac moves to fund life-changing cystic fibrosis drugs for all ages.
Counties Manukau urgent care service now operating 24/7
Good news for residents as Counties Manukau after-hours service officially moves to 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operations.
Brazil President to visit India soon: Modi after speaking to Lula amid US tariff tension
Modi said close cooperation between India and Brazil is vital for advancing the shared interests of the Global South.
India absent as Donald Trump in Davos unveils ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza
India was among some 60 countries that received invitations last week from Trump to join the Board of Peace.
Retail crime: Advisory group member resigns over "unpleasant" work environment, doesn't offer specifics
The falling out, it appears, is a direct clash between Kaushal and Young more than anything else.
Shane Jones is gaslighting on Indian migration. It's amoral, and a social risk
When gaslighting targets a specific ethnic group, it edges into risky territory.
US Decision to withdraw from WHO welcomed by NZ First leader - Winston Peters
NZ First Leader Winston Peters publicly welcomes decision to withdraw from WHO by US.
Wairoa Airport set for $4.2m upgrade to boost regional resilience
Wairoa Airport to receive a $4.2 million facelift.
South Auckland opens new Crisis Recovery Café
Te Piringa Āhuru, a Crisis Recovery Café officially opens.
Minister encourages South Canterbury employers to hire locally
Employment Minister Louise Upston held a meeting with employers in Timaru, encouraging them to consider local jobseekers first.
India-NZ FTA: Hipkins seems all in, but not quite
The Labour leader seems supportive of the deal but not without caveats.
Provisional data shows Term 4 school attendance continues to rise
Attendance improves in schools.
Four new community forensic mental health beds to open early in Waikato
Waikato health receives a boost.
Global market shocks driving New Zealand bond pressures, new research finds
Reserve Bank of NZ reveals findings from new research.
Fonterra shareholders to vote on $2-per-share capital return in February
Fonterra group to discuss returns next month.
Budget 2026 to be delivered on May 28, government confirms
Budget to be announced on the 28th of May.
New DOC cadetship programme launched to train the next generation of conservation workers
New department launched to initiate care towards country's wildlife, forests, tracks and historic sites.
New hub and training programme launched to better protect vulnerable children
Children's workers to receive more training in order to better care for vulnerable children.
Erica Stanford: An immigration masterclass in restoration or a narrow economic pivot?
Stanford’s first term has been a relentless, high-velocity exercise in tidying up. What can migrants make of it?
Tale of two FTAs: What India flaunts, but New Zealand downplays
Delhi has played up movement of people as a big win in the deal, but New Zealand has been coy about it.
Pedestrian dies after Lynfield crash
A person has died following a crash in Lynfield this morning.
Government plans lab safety rule changes, promises up to $3b in savings
Planned changes to health and safety rules for research laboratories could save the sector up to $3 billion.
India-NZ FTA: Winston is right and wrong in his immigration anxiety
The public discourse over the deal is now snowballing into a controversy, with migration being the key driver of much of the skepticism.
First day specialist schools in nearly 50 years to open in Palmerston North and South Auckland
NZ government to build Specialist schools.
Out Loud: Why an Indian placed his bet on New Zealand
The future of this country depends on how well we listen to people who have chosen it deliberately, not casually.
We heard Tamaki's Victoria Park speech so you don’t have to. 10 takeaways
Brian Tamaki told his audience what he feels New Zealand is getting wrong, and who is to blame.
Modern slavery bill: First World feels vs Third World realities
Moral clarity is easy when your education is secure, food supply guaranteed, and failure doesn’t ripple through an entire family.
Out Loud: Finding the migrant's place in Te Tiriti, one errand at a time
Treaty literacy should empower migrants to interpret responsibilities, not merely comply with someone else’s instructions.
New licensing reforms to make getting a driver’s licence cheaper and simpler
The current system is expensive, outdated and no longer works as well as it should, the minister says.
NZ First says its winning the war on "woke" diversity in government
The party has been campaigning against what it describes as "woke" hiring practices and diversity in government jobs.
What the ‘mother of all deals’ between India and the EU means for global trade
What have both sides agreed to and why does it matter so much for global trade?
A stitch in time: Should government rein in excessive school uniform fees?
From an ethical standpoint, boards should ensure that school uniforms don’t create an undue cost barrier to education.
Election 2026: How not to read the flurry of opinion polls
Based solely on polls, no one could have predicted the past three elections this early in the year they were held.
India in spotlight as New Zealand puts its sports diplomacy in action
Nowhere is the strategy’s intent clearer than in its focus on India.
The India-US India deal, and what it quietly changes
The United States has eased tariffs on Indian exports. Yet the deal’s timing and terms hint at something more cautious and calculated than a simple trade reset.
Tantalizing ingredients: The Indian-owned dairy in New Zealand
Professor Edwina Pio, New Zealand’s first professor of diversity, traces the history of the Indian-owned dairy shop in New Zealand. This was originally published in February 20, 2020.
Out Loud: Migrants must understand Te Tiriti, but they need a long rope
Te Tiriti demands respect but it also demands room to learn. If curiosity is met with judgment or cancellation, we guarantee silence.
Analysis: India FTA could well be the best news possible for NZ dairy
Even United States and European Union have failed to extract meaningful dairy concessions from India.
'Taken up this issue': India lodges concern over Sikh procession disruptions in NZ
New Delhi says Wellington has assured full cooperation and support to ensure the safety and continuation of religious events.
Out loud: Who speaks for the quarter of New Zealand that is neither Pakeha nor Maori?
Ananish Chaudhuri, Professor of Economics at University of Auckland, wonders who is speaking up for migrants in New Zealand.
WorkSafe to revisit Mt Albert Aquatic Centre after 2 hydroslide injuries
WorkSafe New Zealand to reinvestigate two injury cases.
'Been good': Goldsmith says retail crime advisory group will wrap up early
Chair Sunny Kaushal says he is happy with the outcomes the advisory group has achieved in a short span.
Analysis: India FTA projected to boost New Zealand's annual export growth by 30%
A deeper analysis of the numbers being projected indicates the deal makes economic sense, but can we expect miracles overnight?
Analysis: EU-India agreement is huge, shows changing role of trade in a fractured world order
The agreement offers a clear example that the era of free trade is not over, writes international trade policy expert Sangeeta Khorana.
Explainer: What are Maori electorates and why Winston Peters wants them gone
To understand why this is politically significant, it helps to understand what Maori electorates are and why they exist.
Explainer: The politics behind removing te reo Maori from school lunch scheme name
It is helpful to see the move as neither a trivial branding update nor an existential crisis. Still, it does matter a lot.
India-NZ FTA: Seymour warns of ‘anti-Indian sentiment’ as misinformation spreads
"We have had a period...where there's been a lot of people saying a lot of things about India," says the deputy prime minister.
India-NZ FTA: Labour puts forward three conditions for supporting the deal
Labour leader Chris Hipkins is keeping the government guessing on whether his party will cast the deciding vote for the India–New Zealand free trade agreement (FTA), laying down on Sunday three conditions and accusing Prime Minister Christopher Luxon of mishandling the negotiations.
India-NZ FTA: Hipkins sets out three conditions for supporting the deal
The Labour leader argues Luxon’s drive to conclude the negotiations quickly has left serious questions unresolved.
Indian becomes 1st Asian para athlete to swim between NZ's north and south islands
Lohiya swam from South Island to North Island from the narrowest point of Cook Strait.
Mother seeks jail term for minors who killed her teenage boy in Napier
"I believe sentences handed down for crimes resulting in the death of a youth do not reflect the true gravity of the offence," says Renata Neilson.
Did voter fraud impact Papatoetoe local board election? High Court to begin review
A district court had voided last year's election on the ground that widespread voter fraud may have occurred.
Papatoetoe polls: Ex-winners tell HC their reputation is at stake, question standard of proof in voiding election
The candidates of the Papatoetoe-Otara Action Team have argued a court order annulling their victory relied on lavish statistical extrapolation and assumed that an increase in voter turnout indicated fraud.
Retail crime: Citizens' arrest powers on the line after advisory group split
Retail NZ says the government wasn't briefed properly on risks, Sunny Kaushal calls out "misinformation".
MishMash: A migrant stuck in casual, at work and in love
‘MishMash: Real Stories, Unreal Migrants’ is a fictional series inspired by the messy, funny, and sometimes brutal realities of Indians starting over in New Zealand.
Tech VC becomes National's 1st Indian-origin MP candidate from a true blue seat
Mahesh Muralidhar will contest from Tamaki in Auckland, an electorate that voted former prime minister Robert Muldoon to power for a record 31 years.
Indian teenager dies repairing car at Auckland home, coroner warns of risks
The police photos from the scene showed the bumper had buckled under the weight of the car and collapsed on Patel.
FTA: India seems to know where and how US$20-bn investment will flow from NZ
India's minister Piyush Goyal has indicated New Delhi wants tangible projects in areas of manufacture, infrastructure and sports among other.
6 indictments in 2 weeks: Auckland immigration adviser caught in cash for visa scam
A tribunal found the adviser took money in return for a job at her husband's company.
Labour's support for India-NZ FTA getting closer, says trade minister McClay
The deal has been negotiated but it can become operational only after it is ratified by Parliament.
Two Kiwi-Indian politicians, dogs and a court drama in Auckland
Dog-parent MP Priyanca Radhakrishnan bares teeth at leash rule by local board headed by Ella Kumar.
Opinion: Move-on powers for police aren't a civil liberties apocalypse
The real test of this policy will be not how often it is used, but how fairly it is applied.
Opinion: Erica Stanford’s overstayer crackdown puts civil liberties of migrants at stake
The law change makes a distinction between the civil rights New Zealand residents enjoy based on their ethnicity, their language, or their choice of occupation.
How racism united Indian migrants in New Zealand a century ago
The White New Zealand League once wanted to preserve New Zealand's "racial purity".
Hawke’s Bay to Mumbai: The New Zealand apple that sold out in a day
"The Rouge variety of apple ticks all the boxes for the Indian palate – vibrant crimson skin, satisfying crunch and high sweetness level."
New road rule to require extra attention when passing cyclists
Government proposes new transport rules.
Nensi Patel makes history as first Indian-born White Ferns
"Making them proud, making my family back in India proud as well. So I think it's a big moment.”
Ramadan in New Zealand: 1 month, 3 generations, many changes
During early years, there weren't any large community iftars, no organised mosque programmes and very few halal food options.
Nensi Patel shines with maiden Player of the Match as New Zealand crush Zimbabwe to win series
"So important for someone to come in and make an immediate sort of impact," a commentator said about Patel's performance.
"You passed us": Auckland mayor brings up Singh and Patel surnames, Winston wades in
"So it was us, Smith, Singh and Patel and the Browns at the top."
"You f*ing Indian": Kainga Ora tenant who kicked Palmerston North neighbour in racist rant evicted
Woman evicted by Kainga Ora for racist rant.
New Zealand offers Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt visa reprieve after US, UK say no
“We were aware of character issues, and these were balanced in the overall assessment of the application," says INZ.
It's official. Kiwi-Indians are copping most hate, what will our politicians do about it?
In Christchurch, New Zealand has already seen what harm unchecked build-up of hate and social tensions can unleash.
Carney’s India visit signals strategic reset in Canada–India relations
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to India signals a strategic reset in Canada–India relations, shifting the focus from diplomatic tensions to trade, energy and long-term economic co-operation with Narendra Modi.
"Dismal": Auckland restaurateur stuck in Dubai says government has left Kiwis in Middle East to fend for themselves
Chand Sahrawat and husband Sid are hoping to fly out to India today from a nondescript airport east of Dubai.
Labour‑National standoff aside, the Ind‑NZ trade deal is a blueprint for real growth
The deal is built on strategic realism, where both sides balance long-term economic gains while safeguarding their national interests.
Erica Stanford wants to flush out overstayers. Political thinkers have long warned about this playbook
Governments frequently justify expansions of state power by emphasising perceived threats.
Skilled migrant visa changes: Median wage fix and a rare dose of pragmatism by INZ
Changes announced today to the Skilled Migrant Category visa are a mix of wins and losses, but provide migrants with a clearer roadmap.
Papatoetoe poll fraud: High Court says it has no jurisdiction, dismisses "immigrant corruption"
"The new election will reflect the will of the electorate," Justice Jane Anderson said, while declining to review a lower court inquiry.
Bishop to watch Ind-NZ T20 final in Ahmedabad as he leads mega sports delegation to India
As part of New Zealand's sports diplomacy push, the minister is also expected to meet Indian counterpart Mansukh Mandaviya.
Analysis: Iran war will complicate India’s Middle East strategy. Again
Iraq, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait are among India’s most important energy partners.
INZ launches probe after several visitors from Shibani Kashyap's Holi group become overstayers
The agency says only four of those still in the country currently hold valid visitor visas.
T20 World Cup: Black Caps have lost to India. But they are winning
Even in their loss to the South Asian giant, Black Caps have a lot to cheer about.
Bishop's impromptu invite to Dhoni after starstruck encounter with Indian cricket legend
Dhoni, the minister says, spoke warmly about New Zealand and his previous visits to the country.
NZ visa row: Shibani Kashyap says "no clue others travelled in my name"
"Anybody would understand that carrying a whole team abroad is not easy. The organisers usually arrange local performers."
Holi overstayers: A concert in Pukekohe, consulate's letter and a Delhi connection
As many as 10 people travelling were described as folk dancers, none turned up at the event.
Opinion: The COVID inquiry settles one debate. But opens another
Royal commissions examine how decisions were made, not necessarily the competence of the people making them.
Kiwi-Indian robbed thrice in 10 months tells parliament committee why retailers need more powers
The Justice Select Committee has heard why – or why not – should citizens be allowed powers to arrest offenders.
Identity and a $2m lawsuit: The Kiwi-Indian drag artist taking on Brian Tamaki
From a Gujarati upbringing to a life in drag, Torrance refuses to be who she was told to be.
Out Loud: Parliament debated our grim fiscal outlook. How did race enter the conversation?
The exchange revealed something deeper about the way New Zealand’s political conversation can sound to migrants.
Holi overstayers update: Delhi organiser blames "fraudulent agent", fuels visa scam doubts
CD Foundation's response discloses a key new detail about how the delegation may have been assembled.
New Zealand cuts visa fees for Pacific visitors. Other migrants are wondering why
When visa costs fall elsewhere while remaining high for others, migrants inevitably notice.
'Moment of integrity': Calls for Indian diaspora to pitch in after Holi overstayers fiasco
"We are counting on our people to report overstayers like these," New Zealand Indian Central Association has said in a statement.
Khalistan, asylum and bad faith: What NZ's new immigration bill really changes
Aggressively targeting perceived abuse of asylum pathways risks excluding those who are genuinely in need of protection.
Cheap money, long game: Japan is building influence in India
Strategic partnerships are never one-sided. To understand Japan’s intent, you have to look beyond India
Return of the oil shock: lessons from a crisis New Zealand has seen before
When oil prices soared in the 1970s, New Zealand's response wasn't up to the mark.
Elections 2026: Why Kharag Singh’s nomination from Takanini matters for Indians in Labour
Where National has been unsuccessfully fielding Indian candidates, Labour has demonstrated a more targeted approach.
More overstayers reported from Pukekohe Holi event, INZ "prioritising contact"
Most of the travelling group from India are now overstayers in New Zealand.
Gone in 4 years: Wealthy migrants, including Indians, are leaving New Zealand
For wealthy migrants, New Zealand’s four-year tax window is both an invitation and an exit plan.
The pianist high commissioner: India’s new NZ envoy beyond diplomacy
A 2007 interview offers a rare early glimpse of Muanpuii Saiawi, from civil service preparation to piano exams.
NZ firms want India but they aren't sure how to do India, finds FTA survey
The promise of an India FTA is driving business interest. The challenge now is whether firms know how to use it.