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Diwali Festival 2026: Come for the dancing, stay for everything else
Auckland's annual Diwali Festival returns this weekend, introducing art, cinema and cultural workshops alongside the usual smorgasbord of music, dancing and food.
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'Do I belong here?': Kiwi Indians respond to spike in hostility
30 October 2026Watch: RNZ video special 'When Home Feels Hostile' goes inside the communities hit by a spike in violent threats, political attacks and hateful comments.
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Sold-out cricket match marks milestone in sporting ties between NZ, India
30 October 2026New Zealand and India celebrate 100 years of sporting ties with a programme of international matches, cultural events and business initiatives.
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India thumped after Black Caps post record T20 total
31 October 2026Down 3-0 in the series against India, New Zealand have responded with a record total at Eden Park.
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Musicians unite across cultures amid rising racial tensions
29 October 2026Musicians unite jazz, Carnatic, Māori and Chinese traditions in an Auckland concert celebrating cultural diversity through music.
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'Talking hateful things': Kiwi Indians face racism at home
27 October 2026For over a century, Kiwi Indians have called New Zealand home. So why today do they still face calls to 'go back to where they came from'?
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Can National reclaim Tāmaki electorate after 2023 upset?
22 October 2026Candidate Mahesh Muralidhar has the history of the stronghold blue seat on his side, but will a confident ACT rival and redrawn electoral boundaries prevent him… Audio
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Takanini vote a test of ethnic loyalty for Indian communities
7 October 2026The result of the election battle for Takanini in South Auckland has the potential to be something of a turning point for Indian political representation in New… Audio
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Eden Park sells out for Black Caps-India clash
29 October 2026More than 40,000 fans are set to descend on the Auckland ground for the fourth match of the series.
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'Won't be forgotten in a long time': Abhishek Sharma's 35-ball century leaves everyone in awe
29 October 2026Opener hits a 35-ball century to help his side to a six-wicket win in Wellington and a three-nil lead in the five-match series.
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'What we need is time': National list candidate Nancy Lu eyes party votes to retain seat
29 October 2026National's highest-ranked Asian candidate on the party list demands an apology from NZ First leader Winston Peters for 'racist' remarks made to Green MP Lawrence Xu-Nan in a parliamentary debate in…
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‘Sense of responsibility’: Qiulae Wong on quest to become the first Asian leader of a political party in Parliament
27 October 2026Current polling suggests Opportunity may clear the 5 percent threshold to get into Parliament for the first time in its history. But what does its leader think it represents?
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The 'demonised' couple who've finally been heard
27 October 2026A development in a child abuse case highlights the near-impossibility of going up against medical professionals in New Zealand.
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New work visas under India FTA 'cosmetic at best', lawyer says
27 October 2026Immigration lawyer Alastair McClymont says the new requirements are not as attractive as existing provisions.
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Government agencies spend more than $1 million on Modi’s visit
1 October 2026Official Information Act documents reveal the money spent on security costs and official activities during the visit of the first Indian prime minister in 40 years.
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Black Caps fall short again in second T20 match against India
29 October 2026India's middle-order batter Tilak Varma hammered a half-century off 25 balls as India chased down a target of 181 with a ball to spare.
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Police to maintain presence during Diwali amid planned protests
23 October 2026Officers encourage people to look after one another, remain vigilant, and contact police if they have any concerns.
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'Inflammatory and concerning' statements see Brian Tamaki denied entry to Australia
27 October 2026The Destiny Church leader took to social media saying he had flown to Brisbane for a church conference and was detained by the border force.
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India overcome Black Caps fightback to win T20 opener
29 October 2026India overcame a spirited Black Caps fightback after a blazing start to secure a thrilling four-wicket victory in Christchurch.
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Luxon appreciates Labour's support for India FTA as trade deal comes into effect
20 October 2026National's leader has pushed back on suggestions the free trade agreement has become a political football in this election cycle.
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India FTA 'builds resilience' in global markets for NZ primary sector
20 October 2026The honey, wool, sheep meat, wine, fruit and forestry industries are all expected to benefit from the new agreement.
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NZ-India free trade agreement officially begins
20 October 2026Trade Minister Todd McClay says 57 percent of exports to India are now tariff-free, including sheep meat and wool, coal, and most forestry products.
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Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki pleads not guilty to inciting racial disharmony
19 October 2026The Destiny Church leader faces three charges under section 131 of the Human Rights Act.
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Migrant advocacy group says NZ First has adopted its policy
16 October 2026The Migrant Workers Association says it echoes proposals from pro-migrant advocates for many years, but won't reverse some voters' unhappiness with Winston Peters' other views.
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Brian Tamaki to appear in court for allegedly inciting racial disharmony
15 October 2026The religious leader posted a livestream video of police handing him the summons in person earlier this morning on social media.
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Spike in refused study visa applications
15 October 2026In the past three months Immigration New Zealand declined 70 percent of applications from Bangladesh and 39 percent from India - nearly double the normal rates.
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Sister doctors' bid to stop Auckland Hospital bullying investigation rejected
5 October 2026A complaint lodged with Health NZ alleges the doctors' conduct left complainants reluctant to speak openly for fear of becoming the subject of criticism or accusation - allegations they both deny.
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Auckland early learning centre closes over asbestos fears in rangoli powder
5 October 2026The Education Review Office said the service acted to manage the health and safety risk and communicated with parents about the situation.
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Multicultural groups demand Ethnic Communities Ministry rethink
29 September 2026Multicultural New Zealand wants responsibility for cultural diversity to sit across all government portfolios instead of sitting with a single ministry.
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'Huge opportunities': Indian businesses eye investment after signing of FTA
23 September 2026Incoming capital may give infrastructure, education and healthcare sectors a shot in the arm after the trade deal comes into force on 20 October.
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India survive huge Japan scare in rain-hit T20 International
23 September 2026India survived a mighty scare, edging out Japan by two runs in a rain-reduced Twenty20 International.
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Medical staff at second Auckland hospital declare healthcare 'crisis'
23 September 2026Health New Zealand is reviewing concerns raised by Middlemore Hospital employees about chronic understaffing, overcrowding and staff being asked to work while sick.
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