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Govt makes it a lot easier for the rich to get NZ passports
Changes to the Government's business migration scheme will make it easier for rich foreign investors to qualify as investor migrants.

France, Italy push for tighter EU border controls
The leaders of France and Italy have called for an overhaul of the system of passport-free travel across 25 European nations.

Protesting detainees 'haven't eaten in days'
Concerns are held for the health of three detainees on the roof of Sydney's Villawood Detention Centre.

Claims licensed immigration advisers may be tied into scam
Overstayers are said to be paying hundreds of dollars for fraudulent citizenship certificates.

Citizenship scammer hits again
Overstayers are paying hundreds of dollars for worthless citizenship certificates in a second fraudulent scam. Immigration authorities warn the fake certificates are worthless, and holders will be deported.

Taste for the grandiose stamps mark on urban landscape
The Chinese footprint on the NZ housing scene...

The kiwi and the dragon
Simon Collins gives an overview of the impact of China on NZ's economic and cultural landscape.

Tighter border security at airports
Tighter border security controls are on the way for Kiwi travellers after Immigration New Zealand signed an agreement with Canada. Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman says it will mean faster processing times for genuine travellers.

Thai man deported hours after appeal fails
A Thai overstayer who has been living in New Zealand illegally for 10 years has been deported to Thailand, after a failed bid to stay with his partner and New Zealand-born daughter.