Migrant Rights Network NZ

13/05/2026

YVWSS (Your Voice With Sher Singh) speaks for itself. Raising your voice with my support.

I am a strong believer in transparency, and I will always do my absolute best to advocate for the migrant community. That is why I am honored to welcome Ricardo Menéndez March MP to the show. Ricardo is a dedicated voice and a fierce advocate for migrants in Parliament.
​In this episode, we will be discussing the Green Party's policies concerning the migrant community. You will have the opportunity to participate by asking questions via the live chat, which will be displayed on-screen during the broadcast.
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02/05/2026

Auckland bus driver Ashraf Almoukdad is urging tougher fare enforcement and stronger security on the city’s bus network after allegedly being punched by a passenger who refused to pay.

The 63-year-old told the The New Zealand Herald that driving a bus has become one of the most dangerous jobs in the country, with many drivers quietly living in fear of the passengers they encounter.

Police Inspector Dan Weir said officers were called to Massey Rd in Māngere around 8.30am on Wednesday after reports of an incident involving a Ritchies Transport driver near the Gull service station.

Initial inquiries suggest a female passenger boarded the bus without paying her fare before the situation escalated.

Credit: NZ Herald

17/12/2025

An employer who made one of her staff sleep in the back of her van, while forcing another who lost her baby to pay back her wages, struggles to accept she’s done anything wrong.

Sneha Patel, also known as Sejalben Rahulkumar or Sejal Patel, pocketed nearly $50,000 of wages and holiday entitlements that were supposed to have been paid to three of her employees.

'All three of them trusted you ... and you broke them.'

15/12/2025

🌍 JOIN US THIS INTERNATIONAL MIGRANTS DAY! 🌍

on Thursday 18 December, let's come together to send a powerful message: Migrant workers are not disposable.

We’re holding a peaceful protest outside Immigration Minister Erica Stanford’s office to demand justice, fairness, and dignity for all migrants in Aotearoa.

We’re calling for:
🔓 End Tied Visas – No one should be trapped in exploitation.
⏸️ Suspend the Stand-Down Period – Stop tearing families apart.
⚖️ An End to Exploitation – Safe work, fair pay, and respect for all.

WHAT: Migrants Are Not Disposable Workers – International Migrants Day Protest
WHEN: 12PM, Thursday 18 December 2025
WHERE: Immigration Minister Erica Stanford's Electorate Office
Level 1/8 Beach Front Lane, Browns Bay, Auckland

Bring your signs, your voice, and your friends. Let’s stand together for a system that values people over profit.

18/11/2025

Bhupiinder Kaur owner of Ariana Enterprises LIMITED Trading as Cappadocia Turkish Kitchen in Timaru and Turkish Kabab and Grill.
is a CHOR!!!!

Charging 60k for a visa and on top not paying the workers their wages.
SHAME ON YOU!!!

Ms Kaur demanded and received a premium of INR 3,000,000 (NZ$60,000) from Mr
Singh for his employment with Ariana Enterprises. Ms Kaur must pay Mr Singh INR
3,000,000 (NZ$60,000).
[47] Ariana Enterprises failed to pay Mr Singh the correct wage amount for all the hours
that worked and public holidays he worked. Ariana Enterprises must pay Mr Singh $4,505.18
5 Xtreme Dining Ltd v Dewar [2016] NZEmpC 136(net) and $30,806.23 (gross).
[48] In settlement of Mr Singh’s personal grievance Ariana Enterprises must pay Mr Singh
$16,000.00 for compensation pursuant to s 123(1)(c)(i) of the Employment Relations Act
2000.
[49] Ms Kaur is a person involved in breaches of employment standards – Mr Singh may
apply to have her pay any of the wage arrears that Ariana Enterprises does not pay.

19/10/2025

Warm Deepavali Wishes to All!

May this festival of lights bring joy, peace, and prosperity into your lives.

Let the light of Deepavali illuminate our hearts, spreading love, harmony, and positivity everywhere.

With heartfelt prayers for happiness, health, and success for you and your loved ones,

Wishing all my family and friends a joyous and blessed Deepavali.