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Māori delegation eyes deeper business, cultural ties with India
A Māori-led delegation is travelling to India to explore trade opportunities and strengthen cultural ties.
Unpacking the details of NZ's free trade deal with India
Explainer - The agreement eliminates duty on 100 percent of Indian imports, while 95 percent of New Zealand's current exports will be either tariff-free or face reduced tariffs.
Black gold: Interest in coffee trucks surges as migrants seek affordable startups
More Chinese migrants are investing in mobile coffee trucks to launch businesses in Auckland, testing the market before committing to a physical location.
2025 in review: Gains celebrated in another challenging year
As New Zealand's Chinese community looks ahead to 2026, here's a look back at the key moments that have defined the past 12 months.
Migrant bus drivers want strict language rules for residency eased
Hundreds deliver a petition to Parliament, calling for the postgraduate-level English-language requirement for residency to be lowered.
How Auckland’s High Street precinct has become a magnet for Asian foodies
Once synonymous with the city's boutique fashion scene, the district has attracted a wave of outlets serving a wide variety of food and beverages from Asia.
2025 in review: A year when New Zealand-India relations took off
A significant milestone was the confirmation of conclusion of free trade negotiations with India.
Comedy fans waiting for refund after shows cancelled
Chinese comedy fans claim that an Auckland-based event company owes them tens of thousands of dollars after two shows were cancelled.
WorkSafe files charge following worker’s fatal fall from scissor lift
WorkSafe says the charged party failed to ensure the health and safety of the worker.
Reduced trading hours hurting Auckland alcohol sales
One year after the council imposed a ban on alcohol sales after 9pm, some liquor store owners in the city have reported a drop in sales by at least 20 percent.
New Zealand, China authorities investigate airline ticket scam
Nearly 200 victims claim to have lost a total of $600,000 paying for airline tickets that don't exist.
Passengers on 'world’s longest direct flight’ grateful for Auckland breather
A new China Eastern Airlines route linking Shanghai and Buenos Aires touched down in New Zealand for two hours on Thursday.
Asian supermarket takes over former Woolworths site in Auckland
Golden Apple is expected to open a new store in Blockhouse Bay in August next year.
India trade deal will be a ‘game changer’, industry expert says
New Zealand firms who have established a presence in India may provide Māori businesses with a gateway to the South Asian nation.
Buying blind: Mystery packages tempting consumers
Amid anemic consumer spending, some businesses are turning to novel ways of selling "blind boxes" to boost sales.
Business summit highlights ethnic contributions to economy
Participants call for more support to be given to female entrepreneurs to give them opportunities in business.
What’s fuelling the growing demand for Indian ethnic wear?
New Zealand's changing demographics in recent years is being reflected in the rising demand for Indian fashion.
What you need to know about corporate liquidations
Explainer - Can employees and creditors recover a failing company's unpaid wages or outstanding payments?
Meet the Asian investors fuelling New Zealand startups
While Air New Zealand's new CEO may claim Asian heritage, one must cast the net a little wider to find other Asian faces at the forefront of investment finance.
Employers, migrant advocates rail against local job priority warning
Advocates claim the government is "driving a wedge" between migrant workers and local communities by urging domestic businesses to prioritise New Zealanders. Audio
