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‘Butter Chicken Tsunami’ remark sparks outrage in NZ

‘It’s unacceptable and politicians shouldn’t be making statements like he has’

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"I don't care how much criticism we get, I am just never going to agree with a butter chicken tsunami coming to New Zealand," Jones told Reality Check Radio.

New Zealand capital in local emergency as rains persist

Residents urged to stay alert, avoid floodwaters, prepare for possible evacuations

The state of emergency is still in place for Wellington city, Hutt city, and Wairarapa

UAE warns citizens in New Zealand over cyclone risk

Embassy calls for vigilance and adherence to local authority guidance

A view of Auckland city skyline.

South Africa beat New Zealand to clinch T20 series 3-2

Proteas secure a 33-run win over Kiwis in the fifth and final match at Hagley Oval

South Africa's Keshav Maharaj (front 3rd R) holds the series trophy as he and his teammates pose after winning the fifth Twenty20 international cricket match between New Zealand and South Africa at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on March 25, 2026.

South Africa clinch 19-run win over Kiwis in 4th T20

Five-match series is square at 2-2, with decider to be held in Christchurch on Wednesday

South Africa captain Keshav Maharaj (R) celebrates bowling New Zealand's Cole McConchie with teammate Andile Simelane during the fourth Twenty20 international cricket match between New Zealand and South Africa in Wellington on March 22, 2026.

T20 World Cup: Congratulations pour in for Team India

India successfully defend T20 World Cup title defeating New Zealand in final

India's players celebrate with the trophy after winning the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup final match against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 8, 2026.

Watch: Kiwi cricketer takes five wickets in five balls

Central Districts pacer Brett Randell finishes with figures of 7 for 25 from 11 overs

Watch: Five wickets in five balls, New Zealand cricketer creates history

Amelia Kerr breaks 44-year record with 7-wicket haul

Kerr’s fine spell helps team register a eight-wicket win and 2-0 unassailable lead

New Zealand's Amelia Kerr

India eye title defence, Kiwis hope to spoil party

The final will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir, left, Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar, center, and India's captain Suryakumar Yadav talks during a practice session ahead of the T20 World Cup cricket final match against New Zealand in Ahmedabad, India, Saturday, March 7, 2026.

Sanju Samson’s inclusion a crucial decision for India

Men in Blue will hope Indian opener ends campaign with another fine show in final vs Kiwis

India's Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel, Sanju Samson and Rinku Singh celebrate after their team's win in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup semi-final match against England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 5, 2026.

Kiwis ready for David vs Goliath T20 WC final vs India

Underdog Kiwis eye historic limited-overs title against hosts in Ahmedabad

New Zealand's Glenn Phillips talks with media before a training session ahead of the T20 World Cup cricket final match against India in Ahmedabad, India, on Friday, March 6, 2026.

New Zealand ex-PM Ardern now based in Australia

Ardern won international acclaim for her handling of the pandemic and mosque attack

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern speaks at a joint press conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (not pictured) in Sydney on June 10, 2022, after a bilateral meeting.

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