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News Features
Turkey: Protests
Updated: 4 June 2013, 16:00 NZDT
Ongoing protests are occurring throughout Turkey. Large protests have taken place around Taksim Square in Istanbul, and also in Ankara, Izmir, Izmit, Bolu and Antalya, as well as in smaller centres. Police are reported to have used tear gas and water cannons to disperse protesters. More
Spreading the SafeTravel message
Posted: 14 June 2013, 16:20 NZDT
The Escape lift-out in Sunday Star-Times recently featured an interview with Consular Divisional Manager Lyndal Walker. The feature included tips for staying safe, some anecdotal stories and an insight into behind the scenes consular work. Lyndal also emphasises some of our key consular and SafeTravel messages: register, get insured, and stay in touch with your loved ones. Read the full story
Ramadan and the Umrah Pilgrimage 2013
Posted: 13 June 2013, 11:30 NZDT
Ramadan, the Islamic holy month, will be observed from approximately 9 July to 7 August (the exact timing depends on the sighting of the moon which will differ from country to country). For Muslims this is a time of prayer and fasting with the fasting period lasting from dawn to sunset. More
Spain: Running of the Bulls (San Fermines Festival)
Posted: 13 June 2013, 11:30 NZDT
Each year a large number of New Zealanders travel to Pamplona in Spain for the running of the bulls festival that takes place from 6 – 14 July. The nature of the festival, together with the large number of visitors in one place, can lead to an increased number of robberies and every year a number of people are injured and hospitalised. More
Survey of New Zealand consular services
Posted: 7 June 2013, 16:50 NZDT
Protecting the rights and welfare of New Zealanders abroad is one of the objectives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The Ministry is currently carrying out its annual survey of New Zealanders who have received consular assistance during the past year. More
Health Issues
Updated: 22 May 2013, 16:35 NZDT
For the latest information on health alerts overseas, please see our Health page.
Internet dating scams
Posted: 5 March 2013, 11:00 NZDT
Recently a number of New Zealanders have been manipulated and defrauded by persons abroad professing romantic interest and marriage intentions over the internet. Awareness is the key. If you have not met someone personally, you should not respond to their requests for money (regardless of how desperate their circumstances appear). More
