IndoNZ
News and perspectives for and about the diverse Indian community in New Zealand
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No mandate for mandir: Nelson Hindus seek help to build temple
19 Nov 2025Currently, Hindu events in Nelson either take place in the Multicultural Hall, which has to be rented out, or in a small room in Rozelyn Singh's house.
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Business summit highlights ethnic contributions to economy
17 Nov 2025Participants call for more support to be given to female entrepreneurs to give them opportunities in business.
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Indian popstar turns Auckland show into a family reunion
14 Nov 2025With bhangra, beats and boundless energy, Diljit Dosanjh transforms Spark Arena into a joyous ode to Punjabi pride and pop perfection.
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What’s fuelling the growing demand for Indian ethnic wear?
14 Nov 2025New Zealand's changing demographics in recent years is being reflected in the rising demand for Indian fashion.
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Third round of free trade negotiations with India conclude in Queenstown
22 Sep 2025The next round of in-person negotiations is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on 13 and 14 October.
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Green garlic brand recalled over Salmonella fears
19 Sep 2025Deep Brand green garlic, sprouted mat, sprouted moong and surti undhiu mix have been recalled by Vimms Enterprise Ltd.
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BNZ under fire for ‘demeaning’ digital wallet ad
18 Sep 2025Several retail associations claim the ad portrays New Zealand's small businesses in "poor taste".
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South Asian communities raise more than $250,000 for Punjab flood relief
18 Sep 2025Severe flooding in recent weeks has killed hundreds and displaced millions in India and Pakistan.
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Millet takes centre stage in culinary spotlight
16 Sep 2025Eighteen women gathered in Auckland last weekend to showcase their culinary skills and highlight the power of India's so-called super grain.
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Man arrested for smuggling Kamini pills into New Zealand
16 Sep 2025A 66-year-old man has been arrested by Customs for allegedly smuggling 10 kilograms of Kamini pills from India.
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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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Unpacking the risks associated with medical tourism to India
12 Sep 2025Explainer - Why is the South Asian nation increasingly becoming a preferred destination for medical tourists from New Zealand?
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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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Family finds joy in keeping Onam traditions alive in New Zealand
12 Sep 2025An Auckland family shows how Kerala's harvest festival is being passed on to the next generation.
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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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Indian community slams Shane Jones’ ‘Singh, Patel’ barb
11 Sep 2025The minister used two common Indian family names to argue that New Zealand's culture and character was changing irreversibly due to immigration. Audio
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Auckland vigil held for victims of Nepal unrest
10 Sep 2025More than 20 people are believed to have died in police clashes with anti-corruption protesters in the Himalayan nation.
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NZ tightens screening measures for Indian visa applicants
9 Sep 2025Immigration New Zealand will only accept police clearance certificates issued by a regional passport office from 1 December.
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FTA talks spur Indian bank to remain in NZ
5 Sep 2025India's Bank of Baroda has reversed plans to sell its New Zealand business, saying trade negotiations between the two countries has influenced its decision.
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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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Auckland’s Diwali festivities include ticketed events for first time
4 Sep 2025Organiser Tātaki Auckland Unlimited has added ticketed events to the schedule at Auckland Town Hall, Aotea Centre and Q Theatre from 5 October.
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Hindu women celebrate Hartalika Teej festival
2 Sep 2025Participants fast during the festival in honour of Goddess Parvati and her devotion to Lord Shiva.
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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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Auckland’s Andhra community celebrates Lord Ganesh’s birthday
1 Sep 2025Known as Vinayaka Chavithi as well as Ganesh Chaturthi, the 10-day festival honours one of Hinduism's most beloved deities.
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Free trade agreement with India creates opportunity for rural exports
29 Aug 2025India is New Zealand's 25th largest goods export market.
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‘Leadership looks white’: Asians struggling to land senior roles
28 Aug 2025Just 3.3 percent of senior leaders in the public sector claim Asian heritage, according to latest figures compiled by the Public Service Commission.
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Bomb squad responds to callout near Indian High Commission
27 Aug 2025Pipitea Street in the capital's CBD was cordoned off as a robot was sent in.
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Dearth of Indian-language classes at NZ schools
29 Aug 2025Despite becoming the third-largest ethnic group in the country, Indian households are turning to community classes to learn heritage languages such as Hindi, Punjabi and Gujarati.
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