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A signature feature of Asian Insider, dedicated to in-depth interviews with individuals from the Asian community in New Zealand. Through these conversations, we explore personal stories, challenges, and achievements, highlighting the diverse voices that shape the Asian experience.

A Fight for Survival: Chinese Man Saves His Kidney in China After Failed Treatment in New Zealand

A Fight for Survival: Chinese Man Saves His Kidney in China After Failed Treatment in New Zealand

Staff Writer: Yiyi Xie Image Source: Supplied Last year, Steven, a Chinese living in New Zealand, was diagnosed with a benign tumor on his kidney. Weighing his options, he opted to undergo surgery in New Zealand. However, what was supposed to be a straightforward, minimally invasive procedure quickly spiraled into

Chinese Migrants in New Zealand Unite Against Unjust Visa Delays

Chinese Migrants in New Zealand Unite Against Unjust Visa Delays

Staff Writer: Yiyi Xie Image Source: Supplied New Zealand’s immigration policies have evolved over the years, but for Chinese applicants, one thing remains constant—the prolonged and painful wait. Many are stuck in the critical NSC, a process seemingly tailored to scrutinize applicants from countries like China. The NSC,

Trading Passports: A New Zealand Immigrant’s Journey Back to China

Trading Passports: A New Zealand Immigrant’s Journey Back to China

Staff Writer: Yiyi Xie Image Source: Supplied For many Chinese immigrants in New Zealand, obtaining a New Zealand passport is seen as the ultimate goal. But life circumstances and personal priorities can shift over time, leading to different decisions. Joe had gained New Zealand citizenship, decided to take an unconventional

Navigating New Zealand's Green List Immigration: A Chinese PhD's Journey

Navigating New Zealand's Green List Immigration: A Chinese PhD's Journey

Staff Writer: Yiyi Xie Image Source: supplied New Zealand's Green List immigration pathway has long been seen as a "golden ticket" due to its focus on high-demand professions, offering a much smoother process compared to skilled immigration. However, there’s a common belief in New Zealand

From Shanghai to New Zealand Kiwifruit Orchards: A Journey of Grit and Growth

From Shanghai to New Zealand Kiwifruit Orchards: A Journey of Grit and Growth

Staff Writer: Yiyi Xie Image Source: supplied For 447 days, Shanghai girl Xiaoyu embraced the work-hard, play-hard lifestyle in New Zealand, earning over 300,000 RMB after taxes during her Working Holiday. What started as a leap into the unknown became a transformative experience of growth, challenge, and self-discovery. When

Chinese Chose to Come to New Zealand to Work After 15 Years in Canada

Chinese Chose to Come to New Zealand to Work After 15 Years in Canada

Staff Writer: Yiyi Xie Image Source: Supplied About 20 years ago, when Aimee was in middle school, she watched a TV series called Vancouver, which gave her a vivid image of life abroad. In 2009, she set foot in Canada for the first time, determined to stay there. After more

A Slice of Kindness: A Chinese girl's Haircut Raises Cancer Awareness in New Zealand

A Slice of Kindness: A Chinese girl's Haircut Raises Cancer Awareness in New Zealand

Staff Writer: Yiyi Xie Image Source: Supplied On August 30th, Arrowtown, South Island, New Zealand, basked in clear skies. Large crowds of local families gathered, children in tow, around the center of attention—Mercy Liu, a young Chinese woman. Standing before the crowd, Mercy was giving a speech. In just