Elemental AKL festival returns this July
Elemental AKL is returning this July with an ever-growing number of events and experiences celebrating the culture, cuisine, and creativity of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Become the source of light
Grace is the only way to self-realization. There are two major aspects in you – one is the instinct of survival which is always holding you down, another is your…
First home buyers to get ready as house prices may stabilise
New Zealand house prices had a rapid surge through the first quarter of 2021. According to the Reserve Bank’s recent Financial Stability Report, “house prices have risen 24 per cent…
A stellar team of 15 artists and 40 performers took the evening by a storm even in the quiet autumn night at UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture
A spectacular cultural integration night of dance and performance along with traditional edge of wedding dresses fashion show. Put together by the Rambutan Media Works Pte Ltd this event was…
‘Bhartiya Samaj’ celebrates 25 years in style
One of the leading Indian community organisations in New Zealand working for the multi-ethnic South Asian communities, Bhartiya Samaj Charitable Trust, celebrated the completion of 25 years of its existence…
Women’s well – being launch – An initiative by Auckland Tamil Association (ATA)
Saturday the 24th of April at Freemans Bay Community Centre, witnessed a special and unique gathering of invitees bringing their mind, body and heart to support the launch of an…
Telugu Badminton Club of Canterbury ‘WHANAUNGATANGA’ took place on the 11th April
On Sunday 11th April 2021, the Telugu Badminton Club of Canterbury (TBCC) organised a first of its kind community event, “WHANAUNGATANGA”, with the intention to bring together its diverse community…
Being Joyful Beyond Circumstances
There is no “you.” What I am doing is not some kind of oratory or discourse – I am just talking like I would talk to myself, because I do…
Love is love says Arrun Soma, founder of Wellington Indian Pride
Last Sunday saw about 150 people turn up to an event where Prakash and Lalita Soma talked about their journey of loving, supporting their son Arrun Soman, a Wellington-born Indian…
NZ Nepal Society celebrates Nepal Festival 2021
New Zealand Nepal Society and Non-Residential Nepalese Organisation, celebrated Nepal Festival 2021 on Saturday 27th March at Aotea Square in Auckland CBD from 11 am to 7 pm. The occasion…
Auckland Council successful in first kauri dieback prosecution
The first person to be prosecuted for entering closed tracks in the Waitakere Ranges has been found guilty on two charges in relation to three breaches of the council’s Public…
Indian man charged for threatening to harm a Sikh youth, and spread hate
An Indian origin man in Auckland has been charged for threatening to kill a Sikh youth and cause harm to the local Sikh community.
Inland Revenue’s system upgraded ahead of schedule
Inland Revenue’s systems are back online early after completing the latest round of Business Transformation work ahead of schedule.
Mandeep Kaur promoted as Senior Sergeant
The first Indian born officer in New Zealand Police, Mandeep Kaur Sidhu, has been promoted as a Senior Sergeant at NZ Police headquarters at Wellington. Mandeep Kaur joined New Zealand…
What’s Labour doing for rural New Zealand?
We know that when our rural communities do well, all of New Zealand benefits. Labour is committed to supporting our regions so that, together, we can achieve even more. Here…
Onehunga Festival – on track for a day of entertainment, activities, great weather and a cardboard boat regatta!
A free family event, the Festival is an action-packed day with a wide variety of entertainment and activities celebrating the forecast excellent summer weather. It’s taking place this Saturday 27…
India celebrates 72nd Republic Day
The 72nd Republic Day celebrations at the national capital was unlike any other year.
The linguistic LANDSCAPE OF INDIA
India is a land of around 500 different languages, of which a majority are used even today. Sonal Kulkarni-Joshi talks about their diversity and traces their ancient global linkages
Prime Minister’s comments on Royal Commission of Inquiry into Christchurch Terror Attack
The Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Terror Attack in Christchurch on March 15 has delivered a comprehensive report that will form the basis of a significant work programme to…
Now watch Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari in a luxury
New Zealand’s ‘Most Instagrammable’ cinema features two spacious and stylish boutique auditoriums: The Library and The Gallery. Prepare to be wowed by the unique décor, with oodles of personal space,…
Shanti Niwas seniors celebrate Diwali
Shanti Niwas Charitable Trust, the single largest social service provider for South Asian seniors in New Zealand, celebrated Diwali in style on Thursday 19th September at Athia Trust Hall in…
Landlords reminded Healthy Homes Standards compliance deadline is approaching
Tenancy Services reminds all landlords to prepare now for the upcoming Healthy Homes Standards deadline, particularly landlords of boarding houses whose properties must be fully compliant with the standards by…
AT welcomes mandatory face coverings on public transport in Auckland
Auckland Transport (AT) is welcoming the Government’s decision to make face coverings mandatory on public transport in the city starting Thursday morning. The Government’s new rules come into effect on…
Director-General among those thanking COVID response health workers
To mark Te Rā Haumaru Tūroro o Aotearoa | Aotearoa Patient Safety Day, the Health Quality & Safety Commission has released a video of consumers and health care providers acknowledging…
How has the property market tracked since the latest move back up (and down) the alert levels?
A fair period of time has now passed since we all went back up the alert levels to different degrees in mid-August, and the incoming data shows that the property…