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Indo-Fijian football star Trina Davis set for trials at Wellington Phoenix

Born in the United States, Trina is the first Fiji woman professional football player.
OPINION

Will cutting GST on fresh produces help those most in need?

As often happens during a cost of living crisis, there have been calls to remove the goods and services tax (GST) from fresh produce.
INNOVATION

NZ’s budget used a ‘gender lens’ for the first time – the result was a win for women

Fifteen agencies, supported by the Ministry for Women, used a gender budgeting toolkit to undertake this work.
INNOVATION

Homeless man Shamal Sharma sentenced to 19 years in prison for ‘sadistic’ murder

"No sentence is long enough, and no justice can replace the life and love that was lost.”
INNOVATION

Baltej Singh relative of Indira Gandhi’s killer arrested in New Zealand for drug smuggling

He is known to be one the primary masterminds and fundraisers for anti-India and pro-Khalistan demonstrations organised in New Zealand.
OPINION

What Australia could learn from New Zealand about Indigenous representation

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a speech last month the Voice should give First Nations’ people a “say” in public policy.
INNOVATION

Abducted New Zealand pilot appears in photos with armed West Papua rebels

Meanwhile, separatists said he would not be released until the region is granted independence.
OPINION

Auckland city needs stormwater systems fit for climate change

The country’s stormwater drain system was designed for the climate we used to have – 50 or more years ago.
INNOVATION

Two Indian men die at ‘the most dangerous spot’ on the beach

“It is a massive tragedy for the Indian community, the loss of these two men, and our thoughts go out to their families.”
POLITICS

New Zealand’s new PM Chris Hipkins faces an uphill battle

He distinguished himself during the COVID pandemic as a hard-working and competent leader who contributed a much-needed clarity and common sense.
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Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.
OPINION

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.
IMMIGRATION

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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