New Zealand returnees raise migration levels to record highs

[ad_1] Despite an abrupt halt in immigration, New Zealand’s population is experiencing a “historic and extremely high figure” of net migration, says an immigration expert at Massey University. Since January 2020, governments around the world have imposed restrictions on international travel due to the spread of Covid-19 around the world. …

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Foxton Surf Life Saving Club Volunteers Win Top Honors

[ad_1] David Unwin / Things Olivia Harding won Under-19 Lifeguard of the Year, Callum McKenzie won Lifeguard of the Year, and Anna Harding won Surf Officer of the Year. Despite having few lifeguards and struggling to patrol its own beach for just 18 months, Foxton Surf Life Saving Club wins …

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UN agency asks for help for Banksy-sponsored migrant boat

[ad_1] The UN refugee agency urged European nations on Saturday to let in hundreds of migrants rescued from the Mediterranean Sea by humanitarian ships, including one sponsored by British street artist Banksy. UNHCR and the International Organization for Migration said more than 200 rescued refugees and migrants needed to get …

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