#REUNITEFAMILIESNZ – stories right from the heart continued
494 days separated from my family and still counting…
Health for Humanity Yogathon had a great start this year
Health for Humanity Yogathon had a great start on Saturday, 12 June in many cities including Auckland, Rotorua, Palmerston North and Wellington. This year the team had aimed to reach…
International Day of Yoga 21 June
Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of…
Women for Women Summit held in Auckland
A women-only event, Women for women Summit, an event for ethnically diverse women was held last weekend at the Mt Eden War memorial hall. This was an opportunity for diverse…
Migrant march got bigger and stronger
Last Saturday on the 5th of June, Auckland saw migrants march from Aotea square till the end of Queen Street in the city. The weekend saw set of protests coupled…
#REUNITEFAMILIESNZ – stories right from the heart
#REUNITEFAMILIESNZ - stories right from the heart
UNICEF NZ & Vodafone Foundation join hands to help India!
The CEO of UNICEF NZ Michelle Sharp and Lani Evans, Vodafone Foundation CEO recently disclosed about their plans to support India in the Covid crisis. In a telephonic conversation with…
Ramadan’s heightened devotion brings Eid festivity
The institution of fasting is extremely important because it cultivates the believer in almost every area of his spiritual life. Among other things, he learns through personal experience about what…
Migrant groups and leaders join hands together for the broken immigration system
But this is not all... the next step will be to join with other migrant associations to form a federation to give us an even stronger voice.Our first official event…
“We will keep taking it to streets”
People have financial and emotional investment, and they are ready to even drop it only if the government gives some clarity. “Just based on purely economics I think it makes…
Ranjna Patel named Trade Me Innovator of the Year
Ranjna Patel has been named Trade Me New Zealand Innovator of the Year Te Pou Whakairo o te Tau at the New Zealander of The Year Awards 2021. Ranjna is…
Covid-19 immigration powers to be extended
“Over the past year, we have had to make rapid decisions to vary visa conditions, extend expiry dates, and waive some application requirements across entire visa categories. These decisions have…
#StopAsianHate Aotearoa!
March 27th saw another crucial rally, a march in New Zealand against Asian hate since the pandemic COVID-19’s outbreak in general and the Atlanta spa shooting, which began Tuesday evening…
Migrant rally held in Aotearoa square to support offshore and onshore migrant workers
Migrant Workers Association of Aotearoa organized a migrant rally at Aotearoa square at Auckland CBD on the 27th of March, the determination to stand by the migrant community was evident.…
‘Faag Mahotsav’ gaining momentum
As reported earlier, in a first of its kind Holi celebration in New Zealand the ‘Faag Mahotsav’ has started gaining momentum now and more and more community organisations are joining…
Does Jacinda’s government need to act with more empathy and compassion towards migrants?
The outcome of such indecisive action by the government is obvious, migrants are wanting to leave out of frustration and uncertainty. But the question arises that is the government being…
Let’s all choose to challenge. #IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge
International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant…
SAY NO TO FAMILY VIOLENCE
Family violence is a high priority for Police and reducing the number and impact of family violence incidents is a key Police strategy.
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…
Hindu Elders Foundation proposes to organise Auckland Faag Mahotsav 2021
Hindu Elders Foundation NZ has proposed to organise Auckland Faag Mahotsav 2021 jointly along with other leading organisations operated by Bharatiya (Indian) diaspora and some neighbouring countries of India.
Grant residence status to all migrants currently in New Zealand, appeals Ryann’s petition
A group of long-term migrants currently residing in New Zealand, struggling to gain residence for many years have a heartening request for Jacinda Ardern’s government - to grant a residence…
51 Minutes of Kindness
51 Minutes of Kindness is an initiative to honor and remember the 51 victims of the 2019 Christchurch terror attacks. The digitally-led campaign is brought to you by Khadija Leadership…
Auckland Indian Association Inc. celebrates ‘India Day’ to commemorate centenary celebrations
The ‘INDIA DAY’ was celebrated to commemorate the centenary celebrations of Auckland Indian Association Inc. on 13th February at Mahatma Gandhi centre in Auckland, in partnership with the Indian High…
Local Cricket gets in full swing as summer season hits New Zealand
Cricket is arguably the second favourite sport in New Zealand. Like all sports, it transcends communities and binds them together. The Southern Premier League T20, an initiative by Flatbush Cricket…
Indian Republic Day celebrations across New Zealand
India’s 71st Republic Day celebrations were held at many places across New Zealand, including a few places in Auckland.