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Indian-origin truck drivers caught in NZ licence crackdown after “false or altered” documents uncovered

“These are not just 440 drivers – these are 440 families. And this also means 440 fewer trucks delivering essential supplies around the country at the busiest time of the year.”

Bharat XI vs Royal Blues T20 cricket match ends in violent on-field fight

Cricket Wellington confirmed it was investigating the incident which involved players from both sides allegedly striking each other with what appear to be cricket bats and stumps as chaos unfolded on the boundary.

India’s bid for exclusive basmati trademark dismissed by New Zealand High Court

High Court found that the Basmati Growing Area spans regions in both India and Pakistan, and that granting India exclusive certification would unfairly disadvantage Pakistani producers.

Winston Peters says ‘promise kept’ as New Zealand government pauses new puberty blocker prescriptions

The government announced on Wednesday that it will pause new access to the drugs — gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogues — until the findings of a major United Kingdom clinical trial, due in 2031.

Afghan refugee jailed for running $800,000 stolen car chop shop in New Zealand

Abdul Ahmadi ran dismantling yards in Christchurch and Wellington under the guise of a legitimate business, but police found he was secretly dismantling stolen cars and exporting them overseas.

Fake overseas documents lead New Zealand to cancel 440 commercial driver licences

NZTA is now contacting the individuals involved to advise them that their licences have been revoked and must be surrendered.

Parminder Singh jailed for 14 years over rape and exploitation of migrant workers in New Zealand

Parminder Singh, an Indian national who migrated to New Zealand in 1998, was convicted on five counts of rape, two counts of sexual violation, one charge of stupefying a victim, and two charges of exploiting temporary workers.

New Pacific Media journal launches with focus on regional challenges and future of independent journalism

The journal draws on research presented at the first Pacific International Media Conference in 20 years, held at the University of the South Pacific (USP) in Suva in July last year.

New Zealand celebrates Punjabi Language Week with music, dance and cultural extravaganza

Now in its sixth year, the celebrations highlight efforts to preserve and promote Punjabi, which has become the fastest-growing language in New Zealand.

“Massive opportunities ahead”: PM Luxon skips Parliament to advance India–NZ FTA talks with Minister Goyal

Meanwhile, Goyal said he was “delighted to be in New Zealand to review the progress” of the ongoing negotiations.

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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.

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.

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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