Migration

David Blaker: Auckland growth predictions exaggerated

18 Jun 2013 Migration
David Blaker says the predicted 'extra million' residents by 2030 is highly exaggerated. Debate over Auckland's future has presented us with an unattractive choice: build up or build out. Either a rash of... more

Moving to New Zealand - Here are some interesting facts

18 Jun 2013 Migration
Moving to New Zealand means moving to a beautiful country with a wealth of opportunity. New Zealand has 6000 kilometers of coast line and a population of just 4 million people, 39.5 million sheep and 9... more

UN: World population to reach 8.1 billion in 2025

14 Jun 2013 Migration
The United Nations has forecasted that the world's population will increase from 7.2 billion today to 8.1 billion in 2025, with most growth in developing countries and more than half in Africa. By 2050, it will ... more

Mass arrivals bill passes into law

13 Jun 2013 Migration
New Zealand Government   Hon Michael WoodhouseMinister of Immigration Mass arrivals bill passes into law   The Immigration Amendment Bill passed its third reading today, meaning New Zealand will now... more

Teens look to land of opportunity

11 Jun 2013 Migration
More than half of Auckland high school students think they have a better shot at employment by going to Australia than staying in New Zealand, a survey says. Of 800 to 1000 students polled at the Careers Expo at... more

Honorary Consul to Perth announced

4 Jun 2013 Migration
New Zealand Government Hon Murray McCullyMinister of Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully today announced the appointment of an Honorary Consul to a new consulate in Perth, Western... more

Many migrant parents leave with children

2 Jun 2013 Migration
Seventeen sponsored migrant parents are dead and more than 3000 have left the country, new figures released by the Immigration Minister show. Last week, the Herald reported that 2968 migrants who... more

Special report: Turning back from Oz dream

29 May 2013 Migration
Kiwis have been drawn to Australia by jobs and wages. Now growth in Auckland and Christchurch and a welfare system for those on hard times seem like better bets. Special report: Slowing exodus to Australia New... more

Setting international students up for success

29 May 2013 Migration
Massey University International students choosing to study in New Zealand are now assured of greater support as they transition from high school to university, thanks to a new agreement between Massey University... more

NZ - a favourite holiday destination for British travellers

27 May 2013 Migration
Market Overview New Zealand has long been a favourite holiday destination for British travellers. More than 180,000 visit annually, making the UK market third only to Australia and China for visitor... more

Ambassador to Afghanistan Appointed

23 May 2013 Migration
New Zealand Government Hon Murray McCullyMinister of Foreign Affairs 23 May 2013 Media Statement  Ambassador to Afghanistan appointed Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully today announced the... more

Retirement New Zealand visa proposed

22 May 2013 Migration
A proposal to introduce a new category of New Zealand visa which would allow retirees to live in New Zealand tax-free has been proposed in the country's parliament. National Party MP Nick Smith has tabled a... more

New Zealand immigration influx gathers pace

22 May 2013 Migration
The rate of people moving to New Zealand combined with falling rates of those leaving for Australia is positioning the country in a great economic position for the future. With Australia's booming mining industry... more

NZ exodus across the Tasman slows

21 May 2013 Migration
Article - BusinessDesk   NZ exodus across the Tasman slows to smallest monthly pace in almost three years May 21 (BusinessDesk) - The number of New Zealanders quitting this country for a better life across... more

Budget 2013: Student loan defaulters could be stopped at border

16 May 2013 Migration
Steven Joyce says only overseas-based residents who deliberately default on their student loan repayments will be arrested at the border. In Budget 2013 today, the Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills and ... more

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News

Package of reforms planned for Class 4 gambling

19 Jun 2013 News
New Zealand Government Hon Chris TremainMinister of Internal Affairs   19 June 2013   Package of reforms planned for Class... more

21st Century learning reference group announced

19 Jun 2013 Education
New Zealand Government Hon Nikki KayeAssociate Ministerof Education 19 June 2013       Media... more

Business

Dairy product prices halt slide in GDT auction, rise 1.1%

19 Jun 2013 Business News
Article - BusinessDesk   Dairy product prices halt slide in GDT auction, rise 1.1% June 19 (BusinessDesk) - Prices of dairy ... more

AMP Capital NZ lifts FY fee income by 34% on Axa inflows

19 Jun 2013 Business News
Article - BusinessDesk   AMP Capital NZ lifts FY fee income by 34% on Axa inflows, stronger markets June 18 (BusinessDesk)... more

Living

Outward Sound Recipients Round 2 2013

19 Jun 2013 Entertainment
NZ Music Commission Outward Sound Recipients Round 2 2013 Outward Sound is pleased to announce the 2nd round of grant recipients for... more

We're flying in winter treats

18 Jun 2013 Food & Wine
Cooking shows cause foodies' demand for expensive produce that can't be grown here Much of the "fresh" fruit and veges in our... more

Property

Strong month for rural property sales

19 Jun 2013 Property
Rising confidence in New Zealand's agricultural sector is having a positive knock-on effect for the rural property market, says the... more

Key Notes: Special video briefing on housing

18 Jun 2013 Property
Column - New Zealand Government 18 June 2013 New Zealand families ought to have warmer, healthier and more affordable good-quality... more

Migration

David Blaker: Auckland growth predictions exaggerated

18 Jun 2013 Migration
David Blaker says the predicted 'extra million' residents by 2030 is highly exaggerated. Debate over Auckland's future has presented... more

Moving to New Zealand - Here are some interesting facts

18 Jun 2013 Migration
Moving to New Zealand means moving to a beautiful country with a wealth of opportunity. New Zealand has 6000 kilometers of coast... more

Travel

Air New Zealand Premium Economy cabin wins big at Skytrax Awards

19 Jun 2013 Travel & Tourism
Air New Zealand’s Premium Economy Class has taken top honours overnight at the prestigious 2013 Skytrax World... more

Sport

All Blacks efficiency the lesson for France

19 Jun 2013 Rugby
French hooker Benjamin Kayser is expected to start Saturday's third Test against New Zealand in New Plymouth but acknowledges his... more

TVNZ Scores TV Rights for English Premier League Football

19 Jun 2013 Football
TVNZ 19 June 2013 TVNZ Scores TV Rights for English Premier League Football TVNZ has confirmed it is partnering with Coliseum Sports... more

Columns

Gordon Campbell: everyone's stake in surveillance reduction

14 Jun 2013 Opinion
Column - Gordon Campbell   Gordon Campbell on why everyone has a stake in surveillance reduction In a week dominated by... more

On location for World War Z movie starring Brad Pitt

12 Jun 2013 Column
Before I became Editor for NZNewsUK, I had the fantastic opportunity as the Location Coordinator for the Hollywood Blockbuster movie,... more

Kiwi Success

Hayley Westenra to sing lullaby for royal baby

16 Jun 2013 People
The composer who wrote music for the royal wedding has written a lullaby for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's baby, to be sung by... more

Gifted Kids celebrates Gifted Awareness Week

14 Jun 2013 People
Gifted Kids Gifted Kids CEO Deb Clark welcomes the opportunity to celebrate gifted children in New Zealand next week. Gifted ... more

Recruitment

Job website: Only the beautiful need apply

14 Jun 2013 Recruitment
Employers wanting to hire only "beautiful" people can now advertise to a select group on an internet network that excludes less... more

Yellow Pages cuts 35 jobs, splits out print unit

14 Jun 2013 Recruitment
Article - BusinessDesk   Yellow Pages cuts 35 jobs, splits out print unit to focus on digital growth By Tina Morrison June 14 ... more