Immigration

Stay ahead with comprehensive coverage on New Zealand's immigration landscape: key news, updates on laws, and latest regulatory changes. Your go-to resource for insightful analysis and the impact on society and economy.

Tourism holds its breath as govt mulls ending border self-isolation
Policy

Tourism holds its breath as govt mulls ending border self-isolation

With the traditional March-to-May booking window fast approaching for tourists considering a summer holiday in NZ, the government is cutting it fine as it considers ending self-isolation requirements for inbound travellers.

Pattrick Smellie 24 Feb 2022
What is the govt's secret agenda for immigration?
Opinion Free

Aaron Martin: What is the govt's secret agenda for immigration?

Restricting the free flow of labour undermines our ability to compete on a global stage for skilled workers. 

Aaron Martin 24 Feb 2022
Faafoi tight-lipped about overdue immigration reset
Policy Free

Faafoi tight-lipped about overdue immigration reset

The government remains committed to its immigration 'rebalance' despite the immigration minister missing a couple of important milestones. 

Jem Traylen 18 Jan 2022
Testing times ahead for employers
Opinion Free

Aaron Martin: Testing times ahead for employers

On top of all of the existing complexities involved in hiring migrants, INZ now appears to be dictating the content of job advertisements and becoming prescriptive in their approach to the recruitment process. 

Aaron Martin 01 Dec 2021