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.
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
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
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
Cash tills, security camera equipment, mobile phones and laptops have already been stolen.
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
Newmarket Business Association is making all resources available to help police.
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
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
Charity Valdez faces deportation after being refused an interim visa.
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
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
“This was not a random attack but an act of domestic violence.”
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
The victim is recovering in hospital.
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
Assailant dead at the scene, say police who remain at the scene.
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
Incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured
'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
MBIE says there are 178 active investigations on accredited employers underway.
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
Those with links to Gaza face a difficult Ramadan.
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
Wise Boys boss Luke Burrows says staff are still buzzing over the A-listers' visit.
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
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
The group allegedly paid an agent $203,000.
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
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
One Auckland restaurant is under investigation for non-compliance following inspection.
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
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
Those issued with Migrant Exploitation Protection visas will not have them revoked.
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
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
Auckland Lantern Festival also set to return after four years
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
Immigration NZ urging overstayer tenants to make contact to look for best way forward.
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
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
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
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
MetService says more waterspouts can be expected this evening.
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'
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
Helpful advice as holidays come to an end and work looms.
'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
Migrant communities are carving new paths for their cuisines in New Zealand.
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
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
But the 340 road-related deaths in 2023 were down 34 from last year.
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
Many usually sunny spots are in for a wet Christmas.
Two liquor store staffers injured in robbery
Three men have been arrested and will appear in court on December 26.
Auckland Council denies advising complainant to film kids in noise dispute
The council confirms it received four complaints against Richmond Rovers in the past year.
Neighbours at war: Grey Lynn kids' team filmed by upset resident in noise dispute
'We feel harassed by his constant passive-aggressive nonsense and we are over it.'
'A Christmas to celebrate': 5yo migrant granted visa to attend school after Herald investigation
Ongoing visa issues have made NZ experience "painful and stressful" for migrant workers.
'Killing me’: 750 workers in limbo during two-year visa wait
The 2021 resident visa was a one-off residency scheme for migrant workers.
Te Whatu Ora data breach: Man arrested for allegedly accessing Covid vaccination info
A 56yr old man is charged with accessing a computer system for dishonest purposes.
'Truly distressing': Woman who lost parents during pandemic furious over Te Whatu Ora vaccination data breach
Te Whatu Ora says it is doing 'everything [it] can' to respond to the incident.
Ready, sleigh-dy, go as thousands pack Auckland's Queen St for glimpse of Father Christmas
Thousands have packed the city ready for Auckland's largest Santa Parade.
BurgerFuel pulls promo cars after Christmas Parade crash
An adult and two children were pulled from the car and attacked.
Auckland restaurant owner arrested and charged with migrant exploitation
The arrest follows a four-month long investigation by Immigration NZ.
Teen arrested for alleged carjacking, driving off with mother and daughters still inside
The 19-year-old is scheduled to appear in the Auckland District Court on December 13
‘Screaming and crying’: Man carjacks mum and daughters at petrol station
Anyone with information on stolen Nissan Teana is urged to contact police.
Migrants without visas paid in cash, living in sheds: Why no one is being prosecuted
INZ says it doesn't believe case meets threshold for migrant exploitation.
Auckland Diwali Festival 2023 promises to be ‘an explosion of flavours and colour’
Big-name Indian restaurants are signing up as stallholders.
'Shanty town' owner given three months to remove unconsented buildings
Indonesian overstayers have rented the makeshift sheds and a dilapidated caravan.
International Japanese ramen chain Ajisen Ramen eyeing big expansion in New Zealand
Chain plans to open 12 new stores in Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and Wellington.
'I used to live in the caravan': New tenant in Auckland shantytown amid investigation
Migrant exploitation protection is not available for overstayers.
Iconic Auckland Eats: Could ‘Phozilla’ be the region’s next iconic dish?
Nominations open today to find Auckland's top 100 dishes for 2023.
'A great day': Luxon on win for National and All Blacks
After a win for National and a win for the All Blacks, Luxon is having a good morning.
Live: Dozens of MPs are facing the axe tonight. What's life after politics like?
Nearly half of the Labour caucus could lose their seats in Parliament
The new MPs in the class of 2023, and who will be gone with the turning of the red tide
Labour is set to lose several current MPs and ministers.
Auckland business owners say crime is on the rise, and want greater police presence and stronger punishments
Restaurant Association says rise in crime will affect customers’ willingness to head out.
Bashed for a burger: Robbers target takeaway customer, bakery delivery van
Heart of the City calling for stronger police presence in the city.
'It could have been my partner': Man suffers broken jaw in unprovoked Auckland CBD attack
Two men were arrested and charged with aggravated robbery.
Watch: Groundswell protest arrives in Auckland, traffic disruption for motorists
Auckland Transport is urging travellers to plan journeys ahead.