Immigration

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Nash paves way for more foreign manufacturing workers
News in Brief

Nash paves way for more foreign manufacturing workers

A border exception class has been created for 100 advanced manufacturing specialists to help ease some of the workforce pressures the industry is currently facing.Economic development minister Stuart Nash said the move will help alleviate some of the pressure manufacturers are fe...

Ella Somers 11 Mar 2022
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