Immigration
Work visa scam leaves dozens of migrants destitute
Dozens of Chinese migrant workers have been left jobless and destitute after paying thousands of dollars for work visas - only to be left with no work or dismissed by their employer shortly after they… Audio
Net migration numbers historically high at 70,000
New Zealand's net migration numbers are historically high, with more than 70,000 people coming into the country in the year to April. Massey University sociologist Paul Spoonley says the numbers show… Audio
Net migration figures show gain of 72,300 people in year to April
Monthly provisional migration levels have returned to near pre-pandemic levels as the population continues to grow, with the annual net migration figures showing a gain of 72,300 people in the year to…
Immigration figures show a big lift in arrivals to April 2023
The latest immigration figures reveal a big lift in migrant arrivals.
The numbers to the end of April show arrivals reached almost 171,800 people, compared to departures of 99,500 people.
That… Audio
Australia deports 21-year-old with 70 convictions to NZ, despite only living in Aotearoa as a month-old baby
The Australian government is deporting a 21-year-old with more than 70 convictions to New Zealand, despite him only spending weeks in Aotearoa as a baby.
'Someone is taking this right from us' - Families broken as relatives denied visits to NZ
A Syrian-born family is considering leaving New Zealand as none of their relatives are allowed to visit them here.
NZers in Australia looking forward to citizenship status
In less than a month, Kiwis will have an easier time becoming citizens across the ditch.
From July, those who have been living there for more than four years can apply for citizenship.
Tom Taylor… Audio
Net migration rebounds: but are arrivals going where we need them?
Migration numbers have returned to pre-Covid levels. But are these migrants going where we need them to? Kathryn discusses with Professor Paul Spoonley, Distinguished Professor Emeritus and Honorary… Audio
Government denies incoming Australian refugees were part of citizenship negotiations
The government has scotched suggestions a deal bringing refugees from Australia to New Zealand is part of a tradeoff for policy changes on citizenship and 501 deportees.
Migrants cheated out of money in NZ worker visa scam - Nepalese consul
The honorary Nepalese consul has warned an increasing number of migrants are being scammed into buying visas to work here.
Employment up as relaxed visa rules boosts workforce
The labour market is showing few signs of cooling as surging immigration has led to a lift in employment.
Charity vessel rescues almost 600 migrants off Italy
A vessel operated by Doctors without Borders has rescued nearly 600 migrants sailing on an overcrowded boat off the island of Sicily, the group says.
Concern over delays as NZ moves to resettle refugees from Australia
Thirty refugees will be resettled to this country next month amid a drawn-out process described as disgraceful by advocates.
Chinese overstayer: 'They pulled my arms back' and pushed me to the ground
A Chinese overstayer says his wrist was broken during a dawn raid by immigration officers in Auckland last year, and that Immigration officers created a cover-up story.
New Zealand to resettle refugees living in Australia
The first 30 refugees relocated directly from Australia will arrive in New Zealand next month.
It is believed to be the first time New Zealand has accepted refugees already on Australian soil.
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Turkish presidential challenger promises to 'send all refugees back home'
Tayyip Erdogan's opponent in Turkey's presidential race Kemal Kilicdaroglu has sharpened his tone on migrants.
UK: Immigration hits record high, royal 'car chase'
UK correspondent Matt Dathan joins Kathryn to talk about why legal immigration is top of the political agenda, with new figures expected to show it's reached a record high of 700,000. Audio
Student visa applications growing, but not everywhere
Foreign students are returning to New Zealand at a faster rate than before the pandemic began, but polytechnics and schools are missing out, visa figures show.
Sameena Zehra: immigration is a serious laughing matter
From performing on street corners in India to the National Theatre in London, comedian, actor, writer, and blues singer Sameena Zehra has spent her life telling stories and, in her own words, holding… Audio
Migrants flock to US border as Trump policy set to expire
Thousands of migrants have been rushing to the US-Mexico border just hours before a Trump-era policy that allowed for their swift removal is set to expire.
