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Spotlight falls on youth offending in wake of Christchurch dairy stabbing
Police have arrested a 14-year-old on suspicion of stabbing a dairy owner during a robbery in the Christchurch suburb of Opawa on 2 December.
Reduced trading hours hurting Auckland alcohol sales
One year after the council imposed a ban on alcohol sales after 9pm, some liquor store owners in the city have reported a drop in sales by at least 20 percent.
NZTA allows 335 drivers to re-sit tests after commercial licences suspended
Agency had uncovered 459 cases of overseas commercial driving licences being converted with false or altered documents.
Ethnic community leaders want extra day of flexible paid leave
Advocates say the introduction of such leave will enable the country's diverse communities to mark their culturally significant festivals.
Police investigating 16 complaints in Auckland local body election
Police investigations are underway following fraud complaints in relation to the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board election in Auckland.
Report shines light on Southeast Asia views of New Zealand
New Zealand praised for economic and security priorities but warned it could pull its socks up on political and governance ideals.
Weekly work limit for international students eased
Eligible tertiary and secondary school students can now work up to 25 hours each week during a semester.
Indian community wraps up month-long Diwali festivities
Tens of thousands celebrate one of the biggest multicultural events on New Zealand's calendar with a seemingly endless procession of dance, music and culinary delights.
New Zealand’s fastest-growing language celebrated with flair
Punjabi communities nationwide mark the country's sixth Punjabi Language Week with vibrant cultural performances.
Asian community bolsters local body representation
More than two dozen candidates of Asian origin have won seats on local and community boards across New Zealand.
Indian rainbow organisation makes history at national awards
Indian Origin Pride New Zealand has become the first ethnic organisation to win an award at the New Zealand Rainbow Excellence Awards.
Man gets nine months home detention for immigration fraud
Applicants were charged between $10,000 and $30,000 for Umesh Patel's services.
Police confirm electoral fraud complaint in Auckland
Allegations emerged Thursday that voting papers had been stolen from letterboxes in the South Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe.
Auckland University in U-turn on mandatory treaty course after backlash
Tertiary institution rejects an ACT demand to refund students who took the mandatory course in the first semester of the year.
What you need to know about Diwali
Explainer - A primer on one of the most prominent Hindu festivals of the year.
Women steal show at Auckland tug of war battle
Tug of war is a traditional sport with deep roots in the southern Indian state of Kerala.
Inaugural Asian Artists Fund recipients revealed
The fund awards residencies and fellowships to help artists develop new work.
Indian community marks start of the festive season with a dance
Traditional garba dancing - done in circles - highlighted celebrations over the weekend.
Dunedin museum ends rumours over sword’s alleged Sikh roots
Speculation has swirled for years that it had once belonged to one of the spiritual leaders of the Sikh religion.
More than Bollywood: ‘Glittering’ Indian film festival coming to Auckland in 2026
The week-long festival will celebrate Indian cinema and foster screen industry links between the two countries, organisers say.
Third round of free trade negotiations with India conclude in Queenstown
The next round of in-person negotiations is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on 13 and 14 October.