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New Zealand says ‘no’ to Palestine recognition while Hamas remains in Gaza

“With a war raging, Hamas remaining the de facto government of Gaza, and no clarity on next steps, too many questions remain about the future State of Palestine for it to be prudent for New Zealand to announce recognition at this time.”

New Zealand men driving auto rickshaw across India to save vintage aircraft

The Dominie is the only one of its kind in New Zealand still licensed to carry passengers, but engine troubles threaten to ground it after more than 80 years of flying.

Anjali Behera crowned Madam Shef 2025 as Indian millet takes centre stage in New Zealand

The spread included cuisines from Bihar, Karnataka, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

Australia link stays strong as Dr Paresh Pant named Tourism Fiji CEO

Dr Paresh Pant, who holds a PhD in Tourism Strategy & Aviation Management from Griffith University, brings over 25 years of tourism, hospitality, and aviation leadership experience.

Two Australians charged over alleged trafficking of firearms to West Papua paramilitary group

Police allege the two men conspired to traffic firearms and ammunition from Australia to the TPNPB and even discussed sourcing Australian military-grade weapons for the group.

“Indians, Asians, Black and Pākehā”: Māori Party MP refuses to apologise for ‘racist’ comments

In a late-night video monologue, Ferris repeated the claims, saying it “blows my mind” that “Indians, Asians, Black and Pākehā” were campaigning to “take a Māori seat from Māori.”

After Australia, NZ minister targets Indian surnames ‘Singh, Patel’ in immigration debate

Indian community leaders say the remarks reflect a long-standing political pattern of targeting minorities.

Indian-origin mother pleads for disabled son’s permanent residency after seven-year separation

Prince, a chef who has lived in Christchurch for the past decade, says her son Jap Sahib faces instability if he remains in India, where he has been living since his visa was rejected.

Indian-origin candidate claims racial motive behind repeated vandalism of campaign hoardings

Gurdeep Talwar, who also contested the 2022 local government elections, said vandalism of his signs was not new but this year’s incidents “seem particularly nasty”.

Kiwi police flock to Northern Territory with lure of six-figure salaries and housing perks

Officers can earn up to A$125,000 pre-tax, receive A$1000 for every overtime shift, and access annual housing benefits worth more than A$31,000.

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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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