Beyond the Campaign Trail: Immigration Policy Needs Stability, Not Electioneering

Beyond the Campaign Trail: Immigration Policy Needs Stability, Not Electioneering

As the election campaign gathers momentum, we are seeing no shortage of immigration announcements, policy proposals and headline-grabbing ideas from across the political spectrum.

16 Sep 2026 • Richard Howard
Three Years That Reshaped New Zealand Immigration

Three Years That Reshaped New Zealand Immigration

As New Zealand heads towards the General Election, our latest Waikato Business News article reviews the Government's immigration report card and considers what comes next.

10 Sep 2026 • Richard Howard
Experience Matters When Immigration Matters Become Complex

Experience Matters When Immigration Matters Become Complex

At Pathways®, our senior advisers have helped hundreds of people through some of the most difficult immigration situations imaginable.

09 Sep 2026 • Richard Howard
How New Zealand’s New Skilled Migrant Residence Pathways Will Benefit Employers and Workers

How New Zealand’s New Skilled Migrant Residence Pathways Will Benefit Employers and Workers

When your future in New Zealand depends on a clear residence pathway, understanding the upcoming immigration changes matters. Our latest article explains the significant changes coming to the Skilled Migrant Category from 24 August 2026, including new residence pathways for experienced workers, tradespeople, technicians, and international student graduates.

06 Aug 2026 • Richard Howard
Skilled Migrant Policy Changes - What Migrants and Employers Need to Know

Skilled Migrant Policy Changes - What Migrants and Employers Need to Know

The Skilled Migrant Category (SMC), New Zealand’s main job-based residence policy, will undergo major transformation from 24 August 2026. These changes are good news for many migrant workers who will now have new and expanded residence pathways – but care is required!

04 Aug 2026 • Pathways Team
The Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand: What You Need to Know

The Immigration Advice Industry in New Zealand: What You Need to Know

Not all immigration advice is equal.

When your future, family, career, or investment plans depend on a visa outcome, choosing the right adviser matters. Our latest article explains what migrants should look for when selecting an immigration professional, and why experience counts.

07 Jul 2026 • Richard Howard
Good News for Active Investor Plus (AIP) Growth Category Investors and New Zealand Businesses

Good News for Active Investor Plus (AIP) Growth Category Investors and New Zealand Businesses

Greater transparency for Active Investor Plus investors could help unlock more capital, expertise, and international networks for New Zealand businesses.

02 Jul 2026 • Richard Howard
Migration Isn’t the Problem – But Our Lack of Strategy Is

Migration Isn’t the Problem – But Our Lack of Strategy Is

New Zealand’s migration story is shifting. Growth is now driven more by temporary migrants while we continue to see strong outflows of New Zealanders.

03 Jun 2026 • Richard Howard
What to Look for in choosing a New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser

What to Look for in choosing a New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser

Choosing from the 1300+ licenced immigration advisers, and hundreds of immigration lawyers, is a confronting challenge. So what are the key considerations?

01 May 2026 • Richard Howard
Looking back at the 2025 immigration year – and what lies ahead for 2026

Looking back at the 2025 immigration year – and what lies ahead for 2026

The 2025 year saw sweeping changes across various visa categories in the middle of a sharp decline in net migration. So, what should businesses expect in 2026?

04 Jan 2026 • Richard Howard
Engineering New Zealand and Pathways® unite to support Engineers on their New Zealand journey

Engineering New Zealand and Pathways® unite to support Engineers on their New Zealand journey

Pathways to New Zealand® is proud to be selected to be a partner of Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.

03 Nov 2025 • Richard Howard
Pathways® and Engineering New Zealand partner to support migrant engineers

Pathways® and Engineering New Zealand partner to support migrant engineers

Pathways to New Zealand® is delighted to announce a new partnership with Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau.

21 Oct 2025 • Richard Howard