Hindu Council of New Zealand Mourns the Passing of Māori King
The Hindu Council of New Zealand expresses deep sadness and heartfelt condolences on the passing of the Māori King, His Highness Te Arikinui King Tuheitia, whose leadership played a pivotal…
Uber drivers celebrate groundbreaking employment court ruling!
A recent ruling by a New Zealand court has dramatically altered the employment status of Uber drivers, designating them as employees rather than independent contractors. This decision, which represents a…
Joyful Janmashtami Celebrations Across the Globe and in New Zealand!
Janmashtami, the festival marking the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth and most revered incarnation of Lord Vishnu, was celebrated with immense joy, fervour, and devotion worldwide on Monday, August…
Justice for Abhaya: A Community United for the Kolkata Victim!
On August 9, 2024, , a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College Hospital in Kolkata, India, tragically lost her life under shocking circumstances. After completing an exhausting…
Spark’s $50 Million Cost-Cutting Move: Hundreds of Jobs on the Line
Spark, one of New Zealand’s largest telecommunications companies, has announced a significant restructuring plan aimed at reducing its labor costs by $50 million. This decision, which has sent ripples through…
BNZ Lowers Mortgage Rates Following OCR Drop and Simplifies Rate Structure
BNZ Lowers Mortgage Rates Following OCR Drop and Simplifies Rate Structure BNZ (Bank of New Zealand) has reduced all its fixed mortgage rates after last week’s decrease in the Official…
Save Minorities in Bangladesh: New Zealand Communities Appeal for Urgent Action
In light of recent political instability and communal violence in Bangladesh, minority communities, including Hindus, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, and others, are facing severe persecution and atrocities. The Hindu community of…
I am travelling the world for peace and to unite Sanatanis!
One of the most renowned Hindu preachers and spiritual leaders today, Bageshwar Dham Sarkar, states that he is traveling the world to awaken Hindus to Sanatan Dharma and unite them…
Hindu Council of New Zealand Launches Hindu Scripture Classes in Rotorua
The Hindu Council of New Zealand is proud to announce the launch of Hindu Scripture classes in Rotorua, bringing the spiritual and cultural wealth of Hindu Dharma to life through…
Auckland Apartment Sales: Nearly Half Sold at a Loss
Many Auckland apartment owners are selling their units at a loss, new data shows. CoreLogic’s latest Pain and Gain report reveals that the number of properties sold for less than…
Indian President Droupadi Murmu has arrived in Auckland for a three-day state visit.
Marking a significant moment in the relationship between India and New Zealand. She was warmly welcomed at Auckland Airport by Trade Minister Todd McClay. Day 1: Arrival in Auckland President…
Bageshwar Dham frenzy sweeps Auckland!
One of the youngest and most celebrated spiritual Gurus of present era, Pandit Dhirendra Krishan Shastri will be in Auckland on a four-day spiritual sojourn to conduct a Hanumant Katha…
The Government has announced a major $800 million plan to upgrade the rail system for lower North Island
An $800 million investment in upgrading the lower North Island’s commuter rail system will reduce the travel time between Wellington and Masterton by 15 minutes. The current train fleet on…
Rotorua’s First Ethnic Market and Guru Purnima Festival a Resounding Success
On Sunday, July 21, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM, the Hindu Heritage Centre hosted the inaugural Rotorua Ethnic Market, an event that brought together communities from as far…
KARAN AUJLA ANNOUNCES NZ DATE AS PART OF HIS ‘IT WAS ALL A DREAM WORLD TOUR’
Karan Aujla, the ever growing-global, billboard-charting Punjabi artist has today announced he will return to New Zealand for a one-off show on Friday 1st November at Auckland’s Spark Arena as…
Auckland Malayali Samajam Conducts Annual Children’s Arts Competition
Auckland Malayali Samajam conducted its annual children’s arts competition, Kalolsavam 2024, at the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre. All three stages of the venue witnessed a tough competition among talented young…
The Indian News NZ Editor Yugal Parashar in conversation with Scott Sinclair (Who works as Donor Relations at NZ Blood)
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“Jab Chhaye Mera Jadoo” set to dazzle Aucklanders on 10th August!
The young and very talented Shikha is a dedicated PhD student who has been immersed in music for a decade. She has showcased her musical talents on stage in Auckland…
Hindu Elders Foundation Celebrates 17th Annual Day!
The Hindu Elders Foundation (HEF) celebrated its 17th Annual Day on July 7, 2024, at Balmoral Community Hall in Sandringham. The event saw the presence of numerous community leaders, including…
Bonalu Festival Celebrated with enthusiasm by New Zealand Telangana Central Association
The New Zealand Telangana Central Association successfully hosted the vibrant Bonalu Festival on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 4 Dent Place, Papakura 2110. This event, celebrated with great devotion and…
The Impact of Rising Food Prices on New Zealanders’ Health
For the past decade, the rising cost of food has dominated headlines. However, food prices have not increased uniformly across all categories, which has significant health implications for New Zealanders.…
High Cost of Mentoring for Young Offenders in Military-Style Academies
Documents reveal that the mentoring costs for serious young offenders selected for the government’s military-style academies could reach $100,000 per teenager. The Oranga Tamariki-run pilot program, targeting 10 boys aged…