Immigration
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AudioMigrant death truck 'unaware air con had failed'
The suspected driver of a truck where 53 migrants died from heat in Texas did not know that the air conditioner had stopped working, court documents say.
'No accountability' in govt halt of temporary visa applications, challenger says
One of the New Zealanders who brought a legal challenge against pandemic border restrictions separating split families says the court result is a "bitter pill to swallow".
Why are asylum seekers treated differently to other refugees?
The Detail - A very small number of asylum seekers arrive in New Zealand each year and fewer than half of them are successful in their claims for refugee status.
Why are asylum seekers treated differently to other refugees?
About half of the 400 people who arrive in New Zealand as asylum seekers every year end up being accepted as refugees - but why are they treated differently to people arriving through the quota… Audio
Why are asylum seekers treated differently to other refugees?
About half of the 400 people who arrive in New Zealand as asylum seekers every year end up being accepted as refugees - but why are they treated differently to people arriving through the quota…
AudioGovt warned of DHB staffing crisis over a year ago, letter reveals
A letter signed by all 20 DHBs shows the government was warned of an impending staffing crisis almost a year ago.
Thousands eye up move to NZ after Supreme Court decision
Thousands of Americans have visited New Zealand immigration websites in the wake of the Supreme Court's controversial decision on abortion law.
'Disappointing result': Legal challenge to temporary visa rules turned down
Families and couples separated by the border closure have lost a legal challenge against immigration rulings.
India overtakes China and NZ as third largest demographic in Oz
To Australia, where census figues show that India is now the third most common place of birth for residents.. Nathan is joined from Brisbane by our correspondent Pam Corkery. Audio
Interpreter pleads not guilty over alleged role in false asylum claims
An interpreter has pleaded not guilty to involvement in what immigration officials believe was an organised scheme involving more than 150 false claims for asylum.
More than 150 caught claiming asylum under false pretences
Immigration officials say they have discovered an asylum fraud in which more than 150 people claimed to be in danger from loan sharks.
An interpreter is facing immigration charges and all but two of… Audio
Admissions scheme for refugees gives University of Auckland top 10 global ranking
The University of Auckland has been given a top 10 global ranking in sustainable development goals after enrolling 800 refugee students.
Former refugees urged to dive into fun at Nelson event
A group of young former refugees have organised an event in Nelson today to connect with other young people from similar backgrounds ahead of World Refugee Day.
'Wilfulness and defiance' - After 25 years, failed asylum seeker loses appeal
A failed asylum seeker and convicted drug dealer who New Zealand authorities have tried to send back to Iran for more than 20 years has lost his appeal against deportation.
NZ refuses asylum for academic who spoke about Russia
New Zealand has refused to grant asylum to a dissident law academic who spoke out about election fixing in Russia.
Residence visas being offered to up to 5000 Pasifika after Covid-19 hiatus
Up to 5000 Pasifika will be offered residence visas under a government policy aimed at addressing a pandemic shortfall.
'Conflicted by double life': Man with secret family deported
A man who had a secret family in Vietnam while married to a New Zealander has been deported.
How Covid has changed our demography
Demographer Professor Paul Spoonley tells Kathryn Ryan Covid-19 has had a major impact upon life expectancy around the high-income world. New Zealand is one of only three countries to see life… Audio
When 'remote' means 'overseas': How companies are using offshore workers
Employers are hiring staff who can work offshore instead of taking on migrants, and other countries are recruiting workers in New Zealand to do the same.
