Lincoln Tan, a Multimedia Journalist for New Zealand’s Herald, specialises in covering stories around diversity and immigration.
I’m Lincoln Tan and I’ve been a journalist at the Herald since 2006, covering stories around diversity and immigration. Originally from Singapore, I used to be a reporter with the Singapore Press Holdings and was the editor of a migrant-focused newspaper iBall here before I joined the Herald. Exclusives that I have reported on include the scoop that the pilots were the prime suspect in the missing Malaysian airline flight MH370 while I was based in Kuala Lumpur, and the inside workings of a global fake monk scam that operates out of China. I have had to face my fair share of death threats, including from a New Zealand politician and extremists for exposing alleged bribery and the preaching of jihad, or holy war, by an imam of a local mosque. Once, members of a Korean cult here locked a photographer and myself up in their second-floor chapel and we had to use the fire escape to get away. Journalism has allowed me to travel around New Zealand and the world, covering extraordinary stories both here and abroad. I am a foodie and most happy when I get to discover great food or an exciting eatery. Fortunately, a lot of the restaurants in Auckland are run by migrants and by default, come under my rounds.
!['Justice for us is to arrest them': Life for police teams on crime-rife Auckland city beats](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Justice for us is to arrest them': Life for police teams on crime-rife Auckland city beats
Heart of the City is 'delighted' with extra police resources targeting crime in the city.
![Jeweller Gurdeep Singh reopens store for first time since robbery left him with fractured skull](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Jeweller Gurdeep Singh reopens store for first time since robbery left him with fractured skull
The store owner says he still gets nervous when the sun sets.
!['I can't sleep': Jewellery store hammer attack victim speaks out](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'I can't sleep': Jewellery store hammer attack victim speaks out
Gurdeep Singh says he hasn't had a restful night's sleep since the attack
![Shop owners threaten hunger strike over Auckland youth crime](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Shop owners threaten hunger strike over Auckland youth crime
Protesters gather in Papatoetoe calling for tougher punishments for youth offenders.
![Indian retailers plan protest amid fear of ‘ever-increasing’ crime in Auckland](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Indian retailers plan protest amid fear of ‘ever-increasing’ crime in Auckland
Jewellery store victim discharged from hospital, recovering at home.
![Elderly couple desperate to retrieve beloved pet after 'dognapping' at Auckland beach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Elderly couple desperate to retrieve beloved pet after 'dognapping' at Auckland beach
Car 'sped off' - 'the next thing I realised was Zoe’s gone'.
![South Auckland man’s peak-hour roadside stabbing leaves nightmares](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
South Auckland man’s peak-hour roadside stabbing leaves nightmares
Attacker stabbed man after he said he did not have any cigarettes.
![‘Protecting family and what is ours’: Son used cultural sword to fight off armed robbers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
‘Protecting family and what is ours’: Son used cultural sword to fight off armed robbers
Police arrested three teenage offenders, hunt on for the others
![Jewellery store owner suffers skull fracture, needs brain surgery after violent robbery](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Jewellery store owner suffers skull fracture, needs brain surgery after violent robbery
Police are still on the hunt for offenders.
!['Out of control': More police to hit Auckland beat in crackdown on CBD crime](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Out of control': More police to hit Auckland beat in crackdown on CBD crime
New police initiatives announced as CBD business owners battle downtown crime wave.
!['Consequences of crime': More police to hit Auckland and NZ city streets](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Consequences of crime': More police to hit Auckland and NZ city streets
Police Commissioner announces new crime and safety operations in wake of concerning crime.
!['Like slaves': Indian workers claim being forced to work 17-hour days with no pay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Like slaves': Indian workers claim being forced to work 17-hour days with no pay
Auckland restaurant chain Daaku Kebab denied the allegations, saying they are baseless.
![Migrant workers brought in by labour hire companies now facing job losses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Migrant workers brought in by labour hire companies now facing job losses
Workers urged to take indefinite leave on no pay until market conditions improve
![‘Last option before they switch him to palliative care’: Brave little boy's three-year cancer fight](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
‘Last option before they switch him to palliative care’: Brave little boy's three-year cancer fight
Family putting hope in CAR T-cell therapy, but need funds to get them to Melbourne.
![‘Tower of Ōtara’ tenant defies council demolition order, rips up notice](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
‘Tower of Ōtara’ tenant defies council demolition order, rips up notice
Kāinga Ora says it was working directly with client to safely remove structure.
![Woman's battle to change gender on Kiwi passport: 'I can proudly show as proof'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Woman's battle to change gender on Kiwi passport: 'I can proudly show as proof'
Unlike New Zealand, Thai law only recognises the sex of a person at birth.
!['Tower of Ōtara': Rickety backyard structure sparks safety concerns](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Tower of Ōtara': Rickety backyard structure sparks safety concerns
The ramshackle tower has become 'like a tourist attraction'.
![New figures show Auckland businesses struggling with crime](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
New figures show Auckland businesses struggling with crime
Restaurant Association members reported recent 'concerning increases in crime levels'.
![Abandoned, fleeced and assaulted: Elderly immigrants tell of abuse by NZ children](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Abandoned, fleeced and assaulted: Elderly immigrants tell of abuse by NZ children
Half of older Indians and a third of Chinese are victims of elder abuse.
![Auckland CBD businesses plead for more cops as safety fears keep customers away](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Auckland CBD businesses plead for more cops as safety fears keep customers away
“The CBD is so bad, even having lunch is not safe anymore."
!['Similar to exploitation': Migrants in limbo after NZ employers’ accreditations revoked](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Similar to exploitation': Migrants in limbo after NZ employers’ accreditations revoked
The accreditation of 416 employers has been revoked, suspended or is under review.
![Kiwi who overstayed his visa by 2173 days arrested in Thailand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Kiwi who overstayed his visa by 2173 days arrested in Thailand
Identified as Grant Douglas Corrine, the 60-year-old was caught in Pattaya.
!['Massive heart attack': Club rugby player collapses on field; wife gives CPR](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Massive heart attack': Club rugby player collapses on field; wife gives CPR
Manager says there were speculation it was a head knock, but player had a heart attack.
![Police to closely monitor gang members travelling across Auckland today](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Police to closely monitor gang members travelling across Auckland today
Police are urging motorists concerned about any activity to make a report.
![Bangladeshi nationals stopped from boarding NZ-bound flight in Malaysia, believed to be victims of a job visa scam](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Bangladeshi nationals stopped from boarding NZ-bound flight in Malaysia, believed to be victims of a job visa scam
The 25 men are believed to be victims of a job visa scam.
![Victim's son thanks community as Auckland sushi shop reopens after brutal stabbing](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Victim's son thanks community as Auckland sushi shop reopens after brutal stabbing
The son says his mum and the family are 'getting stronger by the day'.
![Elliott Stables security gets stolen keys back from alleged burglar as he was preparing to strike a third time](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Elliott Stables security gets stolen keys back from alleged burglar as he was preparing to strike a third time
A person broke into the food hall on Saturday and struck again the next night.
![On edge: Elliott Stables eateries nervous after burglars steal master key](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
On edge: Elliott Stables eateries nervous after burglars steal master key
Cash tills, security camera equipment, mobile phones and laptops have already been stolen.
![Worker claims Auckland bowling alley is ‘controlling and enslaving’ him](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Worker claims Auckland bowling alley is ‘controlling and enslaving’ him
Bowling technician alleges part of salary being withheld as a way to enslave him.
![Jeweller ram raid brings police, business together for meeting](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Jeweller ram raid brings police, business together for meeting
Newmarket Business Association is making all resources available to help police.
![Twenty-eight in one home: Scammed out of a new life in NZ](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Twenty-eight in one home: Scammed out of a new life in NZ
Defrauded migrants fear for their lives because of debts to loan sharks in Vietnam.
![Victim of horrific sushi shop stabbing's message to men who helped saved her life](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Victim of horrific sushi shop stabbing's message to men who helped saved her life
Her estranged husband was the offender. A friend says the victim is in good spirits.
!['Cruel and cold-hearted': Mum faces family split after INZ questions legitimacy of marriage](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Cruel and cold-hearted': Mum faces family split after INZ questions legitimacy of marriage
Charity Valdez faces deportation after being refused an interim visa.
![Man accused of Auckland kidnapping appears in court after dramatic waterfront arrest](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Man accused of Auckland kidnapping appears in court after dramatic waterfront arrest
The man has name suppression so he can tell his mum what has happened.
!['State of panic': Heroes describe attempts to save victim of horrific sushi shop attack](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'State of panic': Heroes describe attempts to save victim of horrific sushi shop attack
The men from Brave Construction win praise for helping woman covered in blood.
![Traumatised son was at sushi shop during mother's brutal stabbing, family thank 'heroes' at scene](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Traumatised son was at sushi shop during mother's brutal stabbing, family thank 'heroes' at scene
“This was not a random attack but an act of domestic violence.”
![Two Canterbury Uni students died in Lake Pukaki crash](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Two Canterbury Uni students died in Lake Pukaki crash
International students from Malaysia among those killed and injured.
![Sushi shop stabbing: Locals return to Browns Bay centre after body removed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Sushi shop stabbing: Locals return to Browns Bay centre after body removed
The victim is recovering in hospital.
![Sushi shop attack: Police remove stabber's body](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Sushi shop attack: Police remove stabber's body
Police say their scene examination is almost over.
!['Didn't deserve that': Sushi shop owner hospitalised after stabbing; assailant dead](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Didn't deserve that': Sushi shop owner hospitalised after stabbing; assailant dead
Assailant dead at the scene, say police who remain at the scene.
![Uni's designated areas for students ‘comparable to Ku Klux Klan’: Peters](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Uni's designated areas for students ‘comparable to Ku Klux Klan’: Peters
Te Pāti Māori says action to shut down safe spaces is 'damaging and inflammatory'.
![Gisborne brawl deaths: Assault charge upgraded to cause grievous bodily harm](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Gisborne brawl deaths: Assault charge upgraded to cause grievous bodily harm
Incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured
!['Kiwi language turned up to 11': Gloriavale members' unique speech explained](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Kiwi language turned up to 11': Gloriavale members' unique speech explained
Gloriavale accent in spotlight as three-part documentary series airs on TVNZ1.
![Allegations of migrant exploitation at bowling alley](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Allegations of migrant exploitation at bowling alley
MBIE says there are 178 active investigations on accredited employers underway.
![Volunteer fire brigade 'very grateful' for $2500 donation from Head Hunters, Minister angry](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Volunteer fire brigade 'very grateful' for $2500 donation from Head Hunters, Minister angry
Motorcycle club has been described as the most dangerous organised criminal operation.
![Muslims in NZ to scan the evening skies tonight for new moon to mark the start of Ramadan](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Muslims in NZ to scan the evening skies tonight for new moon to mark the start of Ramadan
Those with links to Gaza face a difficult Ramadan.
![Scammers target Chinese seeking rental accommodation in Auckland](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Scammers target Chinese seeking rental accommodation in Auckland
Contact the police if you believe you are a scam victim.
![Blink-182 star, wife Kourtney Kardashian spotted at trendy Auckland eatery](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Blink-182 star, wife Kourtney Kardashian spotted at trendy Auckland eatery
Wise Boys boss Luke Burrows says staff are still buzzing over the A-listers' visit.
![500 monks gather in Auckland for global Buddhist summit](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
500 monks gather in Auckland for global Buddhist summit
The ancient practice of captive live animals' 'mercy release' is on the agenda.
![26 migrants who 'sold everything they owned' jobless after Buildhub liquidation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
26 migrants who 'sold everything they owned' jobless after Buildhub liquidation
Buildhub accuses staff of abusing immigration system and working for cash under the table.
![Vietnamese migrants ‘sold everything’ for $203k of visas to NZ - to find no jobs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Vietnamese migrants ‘sold everything’ for $203k of visas to NZ - to find no jobs
The group allegedly paid an agent $203,000.
![Iconic Auckland Eats 2024 awards: Top 100 dishes revealed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Iconic Auckland Eats 2024 awards: Top 100 dishes revealed
More than 1800 submissions were made for the 2024 competition.
![Glowing up at Auckland Lantern Festival, massive dragon lantern and festivities](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Glowing up at Auckland Lantern Festival, massive dragon lantern and festivities
Four four days, the festival will bring 500 lanterns to the Manukau Sports Bowl.
![Restaurants warned against buying premium seafood at too-good-to-be-true prices](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Restaurants warned against buying premium seafood at too-good-to-be-true prices
One Auckland restaurant is under investigation for non-compliance following inspection.
![Immigration NZ warning of ‘too good to be true’ job offers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Immigration NZ warning of ‘too good to be true’ job offers
Social media apps like WhatsApp are making it easy for people to get pulled into scams.
!['Gutted, beyond disgusted': Dog euthanised despite adoption request](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Gutted, beyond disgusted': Dog euthanised despite adoption request
The council said the dog showed signs of concerning behaviour, which led to its decision.
![Immigration NZ investigation finds no criminal wrongdoing by accredited company](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Immigration NZ investigation finds no criminal wrongdoing by accredited company
Those issued with Migrant Exploitation Protection visas will not have them revoked.
![Warning over third-party sites ripping off tourists buying electronic visas](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Warning over third-party sites ripping off tourists buying electronic visas
Would-be visitors are being asked to pay 15 times more than the normal charge.
![Weather: Scorcher 35C forecast and sun-kissed Waitangi Day on the cards for most of Aotearoa, New Zealand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Weather: Scorcher 35C forecast and sun-kissed Waitangi Day on the cards for most of Aotearoa, New Zealand
The hottest weather is expected to be in Blenheim with a high of 34C.
![Feasts, firecrackers and reunions: Roaring into the Year of the Dragon](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Feasts, firecrackers and reunions: Roaring into the Year of the Dragon
Auckland Lantern Festival also set to return after four years
![Outrage after school rejects boy over long-term rental agreement](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Outrage after school rejects boy over long-term rental agreement
'Every child has the right to education.'
![Auckland backyard shanty town ruled 'compliant' by council](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Auckland backyard shanty town ruled 'compliant' by council
Immigration NZ urging overstayer tenants to make contact to look for best way forward.
![Auckland backyard shanty town ruled 'compliant' by council](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Auckland backyard shanty town ruled 'compliant' by council
The council was told the tenants will be moved from the property over the next fortnight.
!['Obviously fake': PM in porn parody website shock](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Obviously fake': PM in porn parody website shock
The page has links to porn, hookup and cam sites.
!['Like the wild west': Witness warned wife not to cross sand before Muriwai Beach death](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Like the wild west': Witness warned wife not to cross sand before Muriwai Beach death
Auckland Council has today closed Muriwai Beach to vehicles following yesterday's crash.
![Job check delays by Immigration NZ ‘causing stress, impacting businesses’ says Hospitality NZ](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Job check delays by Immigration NZ ‘causing stress, impacting businesses’ says Hospitality NZ
Applicant lost her job after having to wait four months for INZ to do a job check.
![Watch: ‘Scary' twister makes landfall on West Coast, damages luxury lodge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Watch: ‘Scary' twister makes landfall on West Coast, damages luxury lodge
MetService says more waterspouts can be expected this evening.
![Immigration NZ defends its visa processing times for international aviation students](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Immigration NZ defends its visa processing times for international aviation students
Aviation NZ claims INZ's slow processing times put flight training industry in jeopardy.
![Visa delays 'jeopardising lucrative flight training industry'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Visa delays 'jeopardising lucrative flight training industry'
Aviation NZ has written to the immigration minister and INZ seeking urgent action.
![‘Make it a four-day work week': How to beat the back-to-work blues](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
‘Make it a four-day work week': How to beat the back-to-work blues
Helpful advice as holidays come to an end and work looms.
!['Free Palestine': Tensions high at Gaza protest in Auckland](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Free Palestine': Tensions high at Gaza protest in Auckland
Strong police presence to prevent group from clashing with counter protesters.
![Tastes from the motherland: The cuisines of immigrants](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Tastes from the motherland: The cuisines of immigrants
Migrant communities are carving new paths for their cuisines in New Zealand.
![Japan earthquake: No New Zealanders affected, MFAT says](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Japan earthquake: No New Zealanders affected, MFAT says
The massive earthquake shook central Japan on New Year's Day.
!['Shattered hearts beyond repair’: 4yo, 6yo cousins die in farm tragedy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Shattered hearts beyond repair’: 4yo, 6yo cousins die in farm tragedy
Devastated family member posted on social media about the death of the two little boys.
![Crash victims named by police; holiday road toll at 15](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Crash victims named by police; holiday road toll at 15
But the 340 road-related deaths in 2023 were down 34 from last year.
![Aucklanders count down to soggy New Year's](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Aucklanders count down to soggy New Year's
Countdown and then fireworks on the stroke of midnight at the Sky Tower.
![On the naughty list? Large swathes of the country set for a wet Christmas, rain warnings issued](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
On the naughty list? Large swathes of the country set for a wet Christmas, rain warnings issued
Many usually sunny spots are in for a wet Christmas.
![Two liquor store staffers injured in robbery](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Two liquor store staffers injured in robbery
Three men have been arrested and will appear in court on December 26.