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Visa scams leave South American migrants destitute, resorting to sex work
Immigration NZ says it is aware of the issue and is investigating the allegations.
SIS told to prioritise national security checks waiting more than nine months
SIS say it was not consulted on green list visas, which were launched last year.
Almost a third of arrivals denied entry into NZ hold Indian passports
Hundreds of Indian nationals have been denied entry upon arrival.
Booted out: Sri Lankan man with sex assault and counterfeiting convictions denied asylum
Offender argued he would be persecuted if he returned to Sri Lanka. But this was rejected.
‘Someone is taking this right from us’: Families broken as relatives denied visits to NZ
A 7-year-old wrote to immigration officials begging them to let her grandfather visit.
'All just a lie': Hundreds of Nepalese caught in alleged residency scam
INZ says there is an active investigation into Nepalese visa scam claims.
Auckland’s bus driver shortage almost halved
AT expects to return to operating reliable bus services by the end of September.
‘Sold a pipe dream’: Overstayers speak out amid calls for amnesty
Estimated 14,000 people live illegally in NZ, many victims of changing policy, misfortune.
Migrant numbers soar, despite net loss of NZ citizens
Migrant arrivals reached an all-time record in March.
NZ govt offers dawn raided Tongan overstayer a lifeline, promises better policies
An outcry followed when the man was arrested early in the morning.
'Unfair': Son unhappy his mum declined visa after she overstayed after having medical treatment
INZ says migrants should ensure they meet requirements before applying for a visa
‘We stand with you’: Pacific overstayers called to speak out
Dawn raid tactics trample on Immigration NZ's "special relationship" with the community.
Chinese couple lose $225k after immigration adviser neglects obligations
Visa application stipulated couple must buy property from connected company.
Barry Soper: Heads should roll over Immigration NZ's 'dawn raid' tactics
Opinion: There are surely more humanitarian ways of dealing with overstayers.
Govt taken advice on amnesty for overstayers, decision "quite soon"
It comes amid reports controversial dawn raids are still occurring despite Govt apology.
Focus: Ministers respond to dawn raid tactics still happening
Acting PM Carmel Sepuloni and Immigration Minister Michael Wood respond to the situation of a Pasifika overstayer who was detained after a dawn raid in South Auckland last week. Video / Mark Mitchell
Russian engineer and his girlfriend avoid deportation from New Zealand
The couple faced deportation after they were struck with redundancy.
The Prem Debate: Desperate Labour taps Nats' migration policy
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Jailed for neglect death: Man fights 'inhumane' deportation to Canada
Ena Lai Dung, 76, died in a pool of her own urine and faeces, weighing just 29kg.
Lawyer tried to blackmail client’s ex-wife into divorce settlement
Lawyer threatened to make complaint to Immigration NZ to force client's ex into settling.
Cannabis grower faces deportation after failed appeal
The woman has two children who are New Zealand citizens. Her husband has been deported.
'Heartbreaking': Ailing Chilean grandmother must leave NZ
The woman will leave behind the only family she has.
Cancer treatment crisis, green light for more migrants & history at the Cabinet table | Focus Morning Bulletin 12 April, 2023
Cancer treatment backlog breaching patients' rights, green light for more migrants to get residency and history made at the Cabinet table in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Chinese Falun Gong followers granted refugee status in New Zealand
If returned to China, the couple will be 'arbitrarily detained and physically mistreated'.
Man caught with 223g of meth allowed to stay in NZ
A tribunal found it would be unfair to separate the man from his infant daughter.
Family escaped kidnappings, death threats from home country, but hampered by visa uncertainties in NZ
Family claim lack of ability to work in NZ makes their lives a mental torture.
Hospitality shake up: 10 things restaurateurs want
The hospitality group’s new wish list is urging the Government to support the sector.
Times of India’s struggle with immigration and homage to independence
1947 eatery owner says immigration has been a "nightmare" leading up to the launch.
Focus: Christopher Luxon on Posie Parker coming to NZ
National Party leader Christopher Luxon reveals his views on controversial British anti-trans activist Posie Parker coming to NZ. Video / NZ Herald
Posie Parker legal challenge, anti-co-governance roadblock & National's education shake up | Focus Morning Bulletin: 24 March, 2023
Legal battle erupts over Posie Parker, anti co-governance group finding it difficult to book venues and new common practice model released for teachers Focus Morning Bulletin: 24 March, 2023
Tibetans angry convicted Chinese murderer used ‘Tibetan cause’ to fight deportation
Members of the Tibetan community in Auckland have distanced themselves from Li.
'Stink reputation': Mum's visa fight highlights growing Immigration problems
Massive worker shortages have led to calls for more migrant workers to be allowed in NZ.
Mum of four NZ children denied residency visa by INZ
INZ says it is because NZ dad sponsored visas for previous partners.