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![Embassy staffer says NZ Govt ‘failed’ after Korean diplomat convicted of sexually assaulting him](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Embassy staffer says NZ Govt ‘failed’ after Korean diplomat convicted of sexually assaulting him
The staffer told the Herald the 2017 assault left him with PTSD and unable to work.
!['NZ's biggest Asian supermarket' opening at Westgate](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'NZ's biggest Asian supermarket' opening at Westgate
New store is near the giant American-owned Costco Wholesale on Gunton Dr.
![My experience at a wellness retreat in Thailand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
My experience at a wellness retreat in Thailand
Sometimes you have to leave the cynic and your comfort zone behind.
![Five places in India a Uniworld river cruise can take you that you can’t reach any other way](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Five places in India a Uniworld river cruise can take you that you can’t reach any other way
A luxury river cruise on the Ganges reveals India’s lesser-known wonders.
![Girl, 9, showing signs of PTSD after attack in hotel toilet cubicle](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Girl, 9, showing signs of PTSD after attack in hotel toilet cubicle
Mother of victim seeking therapy for her daughter after Auckland incident.
![10 cruises in Asia for every style and budget](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
10 cruises in Asia for every style and budget
Tick off all your must-see destinations in one, easy trip.
![Your family holiday to Japan will be epic, if you follow Jesse Mulligan's advice](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Your family holiday to Japan will be epic, if you follow Jesse Mulligan's advice
Been there, done that - got the advice to put Kiwi families on the right track.
![Five must-grab travel deals for your next romantic getaway](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Five must-grab travel deals for your next romantic getaway
Travel the world with your other half.
![Fly from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City with Vietnam Airlines](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Fly from Sydney to Ho Chi Minh City with Vietnam Airlines
The non-stop flight takes 9 hours. Here's what to expect.
![Bangladesh imposes curfew to curb deadly protests](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Bangladesh imposes curfew to curb deadly protests
At least 114 people were killed this week during student-led protests in Bangladesh.
![Thailand to give 50 million people $429 each](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Thailand to give 50 million people $429 each
The controversial handout, expected to cost $20.3b, was an election pledge.
![16 dead after students and police clash in Bangladesh](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
16 dead after students and police clash in Bangladesh
Authorities cut mobile internet services to quell anti-quota protests.
![How to see the best of Vietnam in under two weeks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
How to see the best of Vietnam in under two weeks
From south to north, ensure you see the best of everything.
![Foaming at the mouth: Six found dead at luxury Bangkok hotel](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Foaming at the mouth: Six found dead at luxury Bangkok hotel
'This was not self-harm but someone caused the deaths' - Thai police.
![The secret to eating like you know what you're doing in Osaka](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
The secret to eating like you know what you're doing in Osaka
From sushi vending machines to Hello Kitty-shaped cakes.
![Tattoos in Japan once the domain of gangsters but now badges of honour for a younger generation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tattoos in Japan once the domain of gangsters but now badges of honour for a younger generation
Body art, including tā moko, is not illegal but attitudes are conservative.
![Jones wants rematch after Japan's historic victory over Māori All Blacks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Jones wants rematch after Japan's historic victory over Māori All Blacks
Eddie Jones hopes to confirm a Māori game for 2025
![Six arrested for Indian religious stampede that killed 121](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Six arrested for Indian religious stampede that killed 121
Leader who sparked the stampede blamed 'antisocial elements' but did not elaborate.
![Bali and Thailand no longer most popular spot for Kiwis](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Bali and Thailand no longer most popular spot for Kiwis
Once considered too expensive, one Asia destination is trending for Kiwis.
![Introducing the little-known destination that inspired the background for 'Avatar'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Introducing the little-known destination that inspired the background for 'Avatar'
Step away from China's tangle of cities and you'll find an unexpected gem.
![Opinion: Is tourism the comeback kid? We sure need it to be](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Opinion: Is tourism the comeback kid? We sure need it to be
Opinion: Three lessons might help us seriously boost tourism and our relationships.