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Asian voters highlight the cost of living and crime as top election concerns
The economy, education, immigration and racism are also flagged as issues of note in a survey of the top three Asian electorates in New Zealand.
'I don't have a right to dream' - Teen overstayer faces a life of uncertainty
Kiwi-born children of visa overstayers are stuck in a legal limbo - unable to officially work or go to university, but existing on the sidelines of the community.
Migrant workers evade eviction from Auckland property under investigation
A man who claimed ownership of two exterior units on the property told workers to vacate the premises as he attempted to remove them.
数十人挤住一套房,移民局:尚未入境的海外工人暂时别来,雇主或面临严重后果
新西兰政府表示正在对一些AEWV签证雇主进行"深度和全面"的调查,并告知有些尚未入境的海外工人在没接到进一步通知前不要入境。
Immigration New Zealand launches investigation into migrant worker exploitation
After arriving in New Zealand for jobs, more than 100 workers from India have been trapped in five Auckland properties without jobs or food.
What Indians and Pakistanis really think about the 1947 partition of India
Amid this year's Independence Day festivities of India and Pakistan, two women who trace their family history back to opposite sides of the border describe what the occasion means to them.
India's evolution since independence: What you need to know
A primer outlining the key steps along India's road to becoming one of the largest democracies in the world since gaining independence in 1947.
Kiwi Punjabi duo uniting communities across borders
A friendship network conceived by Navtej Randhawa and Asim Mukthar seeks to commemorate their mutual heritage.
More Indians prefer Australian citizenship over New Zealand
Australia ranks second on the list of preferred citizenship choices, while New Zealand grabs sixth spot.
Indian art collective breaks down barriers in NZ’s art scene
Kshetra Collective is a group of seven Kiwi creatives with Indian heritage.
From backyard to Black Caps, Adithya Ashok’s dream cricket journey
The Auckland leg spinner looks poised to make his debut for the men's national team in Dubai.
‘Baptized in flaming ink’ – inside a NZ author’s vibrant Indian roots
Writer Franciska Soares is inspired by the plight of forgotten communities in her homeland.
‘It’s safer not to go out alone’ - real estate agents express concern over safety in wake of Bao homicide
Yanfei Bao's disappearance in Christchurch has forced agents to change the way they work.
Mysterious artefact helps forge stronger Tamil-Māori community connections
A ship's bell sitting in Te Papa Museum that contains an inscription in Tamil has long puzzled historians in New Zealand.
严惩罪犯、增加预防犯罪拨款,商家呼吁政府采取更多切实措施
商家表示,犯罪事件的频发,让他们不堪其扰。他们不得不面对保险费的上涨、员工的流失,以及心理健康压力。他们呼吁政府采取更多切实有效的措施来预防和惩治犯罪行为。
Tougher laws and more funding needed to tackle crime, businesses say
Business owners say they are being forced to cope with rising insurance costs, staff shortages and mental health stress as rising crime takes a toll.
Kiwi Indians share their rainbow journey
Ajay Chhibber and Kavita Brough have faced similar challenges in embracing their true selves.
How the Indian community celebrates Matariki
Community groups across the country are uniting to celebrate the Māori New Year.
South Asians 'stoked' to qualify for under-19 Cricket World Cup
Three players from ethnic communities played key roles for New Zealand at the World Cup qualifiers in Australia.
Universities eye new tie-ups with Indian institutions to attract international students
A third New Zealand university is close to signing with Mumbai's Bombay Stock Exchange Institute, opening up opportunities for Indian students to study in Aotearoa.
'A new wave of South Asians' - Playwright takes centre stage
Ankita Singh is the first South Asian woman to be commissioned as a playwright in New Zealand.
Why winter is the best time to enjoy mangoes in New Zealand
While much of the country eyes winter with dread, the Indian community in New Zealand awaits the arrival of the first shipment of mangoes from India.
First-ever recipients of Asian music funding unveiled
NZ On Air has selected 15 artists to be beneficiaries of its Pan-Asian drive.
Kiwi-Indian community unites through hockey tournament spanning decades
Since 1953, hockey enthusiasts from a regional Indian sports club have competed in one of the country's oldest annual hockey tournaments.
Community event seeks to raise awareness about South Asian heart health
A South Asian community event in Auckland on Saturday will seek to raise awareness about heart health.