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Families missing early dementia signs as projections soar
An estimated 83,000 New Zealanders are believed to be currently living with dementia, although experts say the true number is likely to be higher.
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Chinese airline launches 29-hour 'direct flight' - but it stops in Auckland
18 Sep 2025China Eastern is selling tickets for what it touts as the "world's longest direct flight".
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'Harassment': Devices seized from Chinese citizen at NZ airport
17 Sep 2025The Chinese Embassy says a traveller was interrogated without cause by security agencies in New Zealand.
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International students compelled to apply for visas online
15 Sep 2025Immigration New Zealand will require all international students to apply for their visas online from 18 September.
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Chinese migrants shun takeaways to open Kiwi-style cafes
12 Sep 2025Once synonymous with fish and chip shops and takeaway counters, Chinese migrants are now a regular part of Auckland's bustling cafe scene.
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What to know about bringing food into New Zealand
15 Sep 2025New Zealand has one of the strictest biosecurity screening processes in the world, but that doesn't mean it's impossible to bring food products into the country.
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Pretty in pink: Discover prime locations to bathe in blossoms
10 Sep 2025A primer on the best locations to experience the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms nationwide. Audio
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Auckland mayoral candidates fail to impress ethnic community
8 Sep 2025Auckland's mayoral candidates failed to leave much of an impression on voters at a South Auckland community meeting on Sunday.
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The Asian candidates seeking a council seat in Auckland
29 Aug 2025Around 10 people of Asian heritage are vying for a seat on Auckland Council.
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The Asian candidates contesting local government seats in Wellington
28 Aug 2025More than 10 Asian candidates are standing for local body seats in the greater Wellington region.
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Asian candidates for Hamilton City Council align on spending cuts
28 Aug 2025Four Asian candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for a seat in the local body elections.
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The Asian candidates contesting local government seats in Canterbury
28 Aug 2025More than 10 candidates of Asian origin are contesting local government seats in the Canterbury region.
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The Asian candidates contesting mayoral seats in local elections
26 Aug 2025Five candidates have thrown their hats into the ring in the race for the top local government seats in Kaipara District, Auckland, Wellington and Hutt City.
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The Asian candidates vying for a seat on regional councils
26 Aug 2025Four candidates of Asian heritage want to have a say in managing natural resources, biodiversity, biosecurity, regional transport and resilience for climate change.
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House, cash seized after brothel madam illegally employed sex workers
17 Sep 2025Police believe she may have illegally employed as many as 150 women as sex workers and pulled in up to $1.8 million.
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China in spotlight as NZ short film festival turns 20
15 Sep 2025New Zealand film lovers are in for a treat this October - a chance to catch some of the most exciting short films coming out of China.
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Should shopkeepers be allowed to defend with pepper spray?
12 Sep 2025Retail NZ and the Security Association hold safety concerns over its use.
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Asian ethnicities to make up 33% of population by 2048
11 Sep 2025Stagnant growth of European households combined with high levels of natural increase and migration for other ethnic populations behind the shift.
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Xi and Trump - two emperors with trouble at home going head-to-head
10 Sep 2025Analysis - Behind the ostentatious displays of military power and verbal jousting are two superpowers battling internal problems while struggling to break the ties that bind them.
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Migrant women empowered by learning self-defence
11 Sep 2025A long-running self-defence programme continues to offer classes targeting ethnic communities despite funding cuts.
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Long-serving ethnic officer retiring with 'immense' gratitude
5 Sep 2025Jessica Phuang, Auckland police's ethnic responsiveness manager, says she will retire from the job but continue to serve the community.
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Deporting criminals set to get easier under law change
4 Sep 2025A planned law change will make it so criminals can be deported if they have been permanent residents for up to 20 years, up from the current 10 years.
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China's message to the West
3 Sep 2025Analysis: The leaders of China, Russia, North Korean and Iran are meeting for a huge military parade.
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How a lost diary at Lake Tekapo sparked an ongoing treasure hunt
3 Sep 2025A steady stream of visitors has been seen combing the shoreline of Lake Tekapo since February in search of a mysterious package that has become a viral phenomenon.
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Educators call for compulsory second-language classes
1 Sep 2025Recommendation comes amid government moves to mandate a new structured literacy curriculum nationwide.
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$5 million: The threshold for foreign investors to be able to buy or build a NZ house
Foreign investors to be able to buy or build a NZ house worth at least $5 million.
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Christchurch real estate agent Yanfei Bao's murderer appeals conviction
29 Aug 2025Chinese national Tingjun Cao was jailed for life for killing Bao.
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NZ joins international partners in countering China-linked cyber attacks
The activity exploits common vulnerabilities and exposures in telecommunications, government, transportation, lodging and military infrastructure networks.
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