Hanuman Jayanti celebrated with joy and fervour
The birth of the immortal Lord Hanuman was celebrated with great joy and fervour by believers of the Hindu faith across the globe on Thursday, 2 April. Devotees from different…
Disha Insights: Stories and Updates
Caring for Community Wellbeing: Flu Vaccination Drive 2026 As the seasons change and winter approaches, Disha NZ Charitable Trust continues its commitment to caring for the wellbeing of the community.…
Study Opportunities in India for Māori and Indian Diaspora Students-Dr M M Sethi
India has long been recognized as a hub of academic excellence, rich cultural heritage, and diverse career pathways. From engineering and medicine to arts and entrepreneurship, the country offers a…
The community devastated by the tragic loss of a young life!
The sudden and tragic death of a young and promising Indian student, Shaurya Sriram, has deeply shaken the Indian community in New Zealand. Shaurya, 21, died after being pulled unconscious…
Faith, food and family: How Asian New Zealanders celebrate Easter
Asian Christians in New Zealand are preparing to mark one of the most significant events in the Christian calendar on Sunday with a blend of faith, family and cultural tradition.…
Empowering India’s Youth to Lead Grassroots Impact: SBI Foundation Announces Applications for the 14th Edition of the SBI Youth for India Fellowship
○ Open to Citizens of India, Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), and Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan, and SBI Employees ○ 13-month experiential rural Fellowship program for passionate urban youth…
Rotary Club of Rotorua North Visits Hindu Heritage Centre Community Garden
The Rotary Club of Rotorua North visited the thriving community garden at the Hindu Heritage Centre on 25 March 2026, celebrating a shared commitment to community wellbeing, sustainability, and social…
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Bihar Diwas 2026: Celebrating Heritage and Community in Auckland
The vibrant spirit of Bihar and Jharkhand came alive in Auckland as the Bihar Jharkhand Sabha NZ (BJSM) hosted a grand celebration of Bihar Diwas 2026, marking not only the…
Rang Utsav 2026: A Vibrant Celebration of Holi in Auckland
The Uttar Pradesh Association NZ Inc (UPANZ) brought a spectacular burst of colour, culture, and community spirit to Auckland with its grand Rang Utsav celebration of Holi Milan on March…
Udaan conducts CV writing and career workshop through technical specialists
Udaan charitable Trust organized its first workshop of 2026 on CV and cover letter writing and career journey at Balmoral Centre (Sandringham) on 28th February 2026. This workshop was unique…
Disha Insights: Stories and Updates
Raising Awareness: Scam Prevention in Ethnic Communities DISHA NZ Charitable Trust recently hosted an important awareness session on scams in ethnic communities, delivered by Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Bolton, along…
Dozens lose jobs after business owner leaves New Zealand – and $1.9m tax bill
An engineering firm owner who went to Canada over Christmas never returned, with his company later placed in liquidation over a large unpaid tax bill. Dart Engineering 2006 (Ltd) is…
Speeding fines surge to 16-year high as police ramp up enforcement
The number of speeding fines issued by police officers is increasing, with last year producing the highest number of fines handed out in 16 years. New figures reveal officers issued…
Fuel stations run out again, Luxon warns NZ preparing for ‘prolonged’ Iran conflict
Petrol stations across the country are seeing a surge of drivers filling up as petrol prices rises amid fears of rapidly jumping prices and potential shortages. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Christopher…
Interest rates are rising, so what’s the best strategy now?
Banks are moving interest rates higher, but the right term to pick depends a lot on how you think the economy will fare through the rest of this year. BNZ…
NZICA Calls for Full Cooperation with Immigration New Zealand
The New Zealand Indian Central Association (NZICA) is aware of recent reports concerning a group of visitors who entered New Zealand as part of a cultural delegation for Holi celebrations…
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Domestic airfares up 10.6% in year to February
Domestic airfares increased in price 10.6% in the year to February 2026, according to the latest figures released by Stats NZ. International air travel meanwhile is up 1.8% over the…
Holi Event Organisers Reject Claims of Links to Illegal Activity
Holi event organisers respond to visa overstayer claims A Delhi-based organisation has denied any involvement in immigration breaches after several members of a cultural group who came to New Zealand…
Winston Peters condemn departing Fonterra boss Miles Hurrell
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has weighed in on the resignation of the Fonterra chief executive, saying his departure was expected after the sale of “iconic Kiwi dairy brands”…
An Honor and a Mission: Officially Designated to the High Commission.
High Commissioner designate to New Zealand, Ms. Muanpuii Saiawi received the letter of Credence from Hon’ble Rashtrapatiji. Inspired by Rashtrapatiji’s perspectives on her memorable State Visit to 🇳🇿 in 2024.…
6th New Zealand National Hindu Conference 2026 Announced
The Hindu Council of New Zealand (HCNZ) is pleased to announce the 6th New Zealand National Hindu Conference, which will take place on Saturday, 16 May 2026, at the Swaminarayan…
Sheetol’s Cultural Runway-Stories through fashion!
When designer Sheetol Chawla presented her work at the recently organised NZICA Centenary Curtain Raiser held at the Cordis Auckland, the audience was impressed. Her presentation was not merely a…
The world is at a crossroads after the latest conflict!
The world is watching in horror as the war, now raging for over a week, continues to escalate. It began on the night of 28 February, when Israel and the…