Immigration
Beware fake websites, extra fees for citizenship services
The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) is warning the public about unofficial websites over-charging for citizenship services.
Listen: Jones doubles down on comments condemned as 'racist'
The minister claims immigrant Greens MPs are bringing "alien ideas and woke-ism" to Parliament as they accuse him of xenophobia. Audio
Thousands eye NZ's digi-nomad scheme, MPs challenge the policy
Immigration minister Erica Stanford told the education and workforce committee the visa policy change had attracted a massive amount of interest and coverage.
Farewell Guangdong | Episode 1: Lau Yuet Seen
It was September 1938 when Lau Yuet Seen received word from her husband to leave Fah Dei for Hong Kong as soon as possible. The Japanese troops were close to landing north of Hong Kong. Video
Farewell Guangdong | Episode 2: Ou Choi Ping
Ou Shee and her family survive the brutal Canton Operation in southern China and leave for New Zealand in the hope of attaining permanent residency. Video
Farewell Guangdong | Episode 3: Liu Boo Lung
During the Japanese invasion, Liu Boo Lung fled Sun Wui with her daughter, Gin (5), her mother-in-law, Chan Shee, and her brother-in-law, Wong Fong Sue (15), to New Zealand. Video
Farewell Guangdong | Episode 4: Chao Hop Juk
"[In 1938] the Japanese invaders began to move south. The approaching invasion meant everyone's lives were in jeopardy. There was anxiety and fear in the village." Video
Farewell Guangdong | Episode 5: Ho Yuke So
"My parents couldn't afford to keep us, so we two girls were sold. I was sold as a maid to the Chan family from Sun Gai." Video
Farewell Guangdong | Episode 6: Fong Toy Gee
Fong She lost three children to poverty in Sui Nam, Canton, before enduring a perilous journey across land and sea to be reunited with her husband in Dunedin. Video
Farewell Guangdong | Episode 7: Shew Shee
When the Japanese invaded Chung Shan County, Shew Shee and daughter Rita (Ho Bik Wun), age 11, fled for their lives. They made it to Hong Kong, where they boarded a boat headed for New Zealand. Video
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 28 January 2025
On today's episode, economists are critical of the government's plans for economic growth by focusing on tourism, Kiribati could lose out on more than $100 million in aid after leaving Deputy Prime… Audio
'Digital nomad' visa change already getting overseas interest
Some Americans who've lost their homes in the LA fires are among those showing interest in the move, a business expert says. Audio
Colombia accepts migrants after tariff threat
US President Donald Trump has dropped plans for tariffs on Colombia after it agreed to accept deported migrants without restrictions. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Hospitality sector calls for visa changes to attract staff
There aren't enough highly skilled hospitality workers in Aotearoa - and a shake-up is needed, industry players say.
Colombia accepts migrants after Trump's tariff threat
US President Donald Trump has dropped plans for tariffs on Colombia after it agreed to accept deported migrants without restrictions. Journalist Luke Taylor spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Farewell Guangdong | Trailer
Seven stories of love, humility, and sacrifice. An intergenerational celebration of women from our Chinese New Zealand community. Video
Nicola Willis pushes for more tourists to boost economy
The Government wants to boost tourism and immigration numbers in a bid to revive a flagging economy. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
Prolink NZ estimated to owe creditors $4.01 million
The company remains at the centre of a major investigation by Immigration New Zealand that commenced as early as September 2023.
Migrant worker remembered as a “hard-working, kind” man
An emotional and tearful memorial service has been held for Jun Jiang, a migrant worker who died at a workplace in South Auckland, with a friend saying his death has destroyed a family.
Immigration adviser's poor communication a factor in scam, tribunal says
The adviser's Chinese client paid $16,666 for a six-month visa and the offer of a non-existent job as a truck driver's assistant.
