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28/03/2026

🚫 Know your rights. Exploitation is never part of the job.

A recent case in Lower Hutt has highlighted how some employers misuse immigration processes to exploit workers. Following an investigation, a company was sentenced this week after serious breaches were found, including underpaying migrant workers, and shifting visa related costs onto workers.

This behaviour is unlawful - and knowing the warning signs matters.

✅ Know your rights:

• You should never be asked to pay for a job or for the cost of advertising a role. These costs are the employer’s responsibility.
• You must be paid correctly for every hour you work.
• Your employment conditions must be fair and free from pressure, threats, or coercion.
• You can ask for help at any time - support is available even if you’re unsure about your visa situation.

⚠️ Warning signs of exploitation

• Requests for money linked to getting or keeping your job
• Pay that doesn’t match your employment agreement
• Long hours that aren’t recorded or paid
• Employers linking your job or pay to your visa status
• Pay deductions you didn’t agree to or don’t understand

If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these issues, confidential help is available. Speaking up helps protect workers -and supports employers who do the right thing.

👉 Read more about the sentencing: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/exploitation-is-not-a-business-model-lower-hutt-restaurant-fined-nzd-90000/
👉 Learn more about exploitation and how to report concerns: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/working-to-stop-migrant-exploitation/

28/03/2026

The immigration minister says a murderer and three s*x offenders are currently trying to seek asylum in New Zealand.

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13/02/2026

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10/02/2026

🎓 Dependent Child Visa – Important Update! 🇳🇿
We often get this question from parents, so let’s clear it up 👇

❓ Query:
Our understanding has always been that once a dependent child finishes high school, they must move to another visa, as a Dependent Child Student Visa is no longer suitable.
✅ Answer:
If the dependent child plans to work full-time 💼 or study at tertiary level 📚, they must apply for an appropriate visa (such as a work or student visa).

ℹ️ Good to know:
Immigration New Zealand updated the wording on approval letters in 2024, and based on current guidance, dependent children may remain on their Dependent Child Student Visa until its expiry date.

❓ Follow-up question:
If they stay on the student visa until expiry, can they still use their work rights (if granted)?
✅ Yes — they can.
As long as the visa is valid, any existing work rights remain in place✔️

🔗 This information is also available on the Immigration New Zealand website under: Dependent Child Student Visa

📩 If you’re unsure what visa pathway is best for your child after high school, feel free to message us at [email protected]


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09/02/2026

Your future starts here! Join us at the Study with New Zealand Expo 2026!



Are you dreaming of world-class education in one of the most beautiful and welcoming countries in the world? Here is your chance to learn more!

Meet representatives from top New Zealand institutions and discover study programs that can shape your future. Whether you're interested in business, technology, arts, or more — there's an opportunity waiting for you in New Zealand!



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📅 Saturday, 21 February 2026 | 1:00 PM

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📅 Sunday, 22 February 2026 | 1:00 PM

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📅 Wednesday, 25 February 2026 | 1:00 PM

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Don't miss this opportunity to take the first step toward your international education journey! See you there! 🌏✈

05/02/2026

🌍 Immigration Doesn’t Have to Be Confusing! 💼📚
We understand that navigating the process can raise many questions, so we’ll be posting answers to some of the most frequently asked immigration questions—ones that could be relevant to YOU!
Link for more information:
👉https://www.immigration.govt.nz/.../partnership-visas/
👉Stay tuned for regular updates, tips, and helpful info that’ll make the immigration process easier to understand. ✨

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