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A reprieve for some Filipino dairy workers on dodgy visas has been welcomed by the immigrant community.

Published in General News
Friday, 10 April 2015 06:36

Does someone have to die before Govt acts?

It was interesting to read how the Government has made changes to immigration rules to help Queenstown employers recruit much-needed temporary staff.

Published in Opinion
Saturday, 07 March 2015 00:00

Too tough!

More calls are fielded by Federated Farmers Southland about tough immigration criteria for migrants than about any other issue, says the region’s president Russell MacPherson.

Published in General News
Thursday, 24 July 2014 10:11

Contractors seek similar deal

Rural Contractors are backing the Government's plans to encourage more New Zealanders into seasonal work; they also support its decision to increase the annual recognised seasonal employer (RSE) cap to a total of 9000 workers.

Published in General News

LABOUR'S JUST announced immigration policy will heavily penalise growing businesses say New Zealand's horticulture and viticulture industry organisations.

Published in General News
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