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The Asian candidates vying for a seat on regional councils
Four candidates of Asian heritage want to have a say in managing natural resources, biodiversity, biosecurity, regional transport and resilience for climate change.
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Ethnic leaders call for more resources for better social cohesion
16 Aug 2025Ethnic leaders say more targeted funding is needed to improve social cohesion, health and bully statistics.
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The shifting sands of second language options in NZ schools
15 Aug 2025Ministry of Education data shows a shift away from learning Euro-centric languages to te reo Māori and Asian languages in public schools.
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Chinese author ‘shocked’ at children’s book awards win
15 Aug 2025Judges describe Li Chen's feline-fuelled graphic novel as "beautifully conceived, gloriously illustrated, charming, off-beat and hilarious".
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Chinese restaurant in liquidation after 31 years
12 Aug 2025The Cantonese restaurant's owner blames the Covid-19 pandemic and poor economic conditions for the closure.
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‘Competitive’ Asian supermarket prices benefit consumers
11 Aug 2025The Commerce Commission says the increased competition that exists between Asian grocery stores is something it would like to see across the entire sector.
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Meet Ne Zha, the child deity behind the global animation blockbuster
8 Aug 2025Cultural experts say the Ne Zha films have deepened the appeal of the character's cuteness, fearless spirit and mastery of magical arts.
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What you need to know about emergency medical care
1 Aug 2025Explainer - Do ambulance users need to pay for the service? Why does it sometimes take so long to see a doctor after arriving at an emergency department?
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Effective policing or fading social media trend? The rise and fall of ram raids
13 Aug 2025Police data shows reports of ram raid-style burglaries peaked in August 2022 but have steadily declined ever since.
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Jailed blessing scam pair may have victims in Australia
8 Aug 2025Police say two individuals convicted of fraud relating to a blessing scam are wanted by authorities in Australia.
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Deceased Wellington diver named as Chiu Minh Looc
10 Aug 2025Friends speak of his passion for scuba diving and gathering seafood for his family.
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Chinese blessing scams becoming more prominent in Australia
8 Aug 2025New South Wales Police are believed to be working with authorities in New Zealand as part of ongoing investigations into the scams.
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Australian police charge Chinese national with 'foreign interference'
5 Aug 2025She is alleged to be working under the command of China's Public Security Bureau.
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Chinese Kiwi students find limewater effective in preserving flax
5 Aug 2025The teenagers believe the method has the potential to preserve flax on a larger scale, although further research is needed.
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'Magic' Wellington fruit shop to close the doors after 65 years
4 Aug 2025A fruit shop that has stood the test of time - spanning decades and generations in a coastal Wellington community - is finally closing its doors.
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Families call for AI, robotics education in NZ schools
4 Aug 2025The Education Ministry plans to release a draft of its updated curriculum that incorporates artificial intelligence and generative AI.
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Nine-year-old Dunedin golfing prodigy wins world title
1 Aug 2025Schoolgirl Joanna Ke has annihilated her rivals to win the under-nine girls title at the world Champion of Champions golf tournament.
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Chinese cuisine to warm the soul this winter
31 Jul 2025The cold winter months are an ideal time to prepare warm, restorative dishes that can fortify the soul.
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The professionals hired to end infidelity in China
28 Jul 2025Mistress Dispeller director says the service helps people who don't want to leave their marriages but want to combat infidelity in a non-confrontational way. Audio
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How to resolve fencing feuds, while staying friends with the neighbours
25 Jul 2025Homeowners are advised to speak with their neighbours and agree on the work required before turning to formal proceedings.
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Construction firms offering large discounts to avoid collapse
24 Jul 2025Reports suggest some building companies are slashing quotes by as much as 50 percent to stay afloat in tough market conditions.
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‘Alarming’ rates of bullying, depression among Asian New Zealanders reported
23 Jul 2025Asian Family Services chief executive Kelly Feng says culturally responsive interventions are urgently needed in schools, workplaces and healthcare settings.
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NZ looks to learn from China's technology innovations
18 Jul 2025Artificial intelligence, robotics, electric vehicles and new forms of energy were a key focus of the 2025 China Business Summit.
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Man killed after concrete mixer crashes into house named
18 Jul 2025Mingwei Yu, 38, died after the vehicle flipped onto the Remuera residence on Monday.
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Girl who died in Fiordland drowning missed 'every moment, every day'
18 Jul 2025Tegan Chen's parents hope their story can encourage others who are going through difficult times.
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Luxury retailer confirms Auckland, Queenstown closures
17 Jul 2025Duty Free Shoppers will close all stores in Australia and New Zealand by the end of September.
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Wait times for autism assessments leave families stuck in limbo
18 Jul 2025Many households are turning to costly private assessments for their children as public wait times for autism diagnoses lengthen.
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Push to double international student revenue spurs hope, concern
16 Jul 2025While some believe the new policy will boost enrolments, others question its long-term sustainability and raise exploitation fears.
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