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 Commission and Auckland Indian Diaspora organisations. The glittering and spectacular 3-hour long function was attended by a galaxy of dignitaries, community leaders and the old and new members of the AIAI.
Read MoreIndia’s 71st Republic Day celebrations were held at many places across New Zealand, including a few places in Auckland.
Read MoreSindh is one of Pakistan's four provinces, located in the south. Also known as “Mehran” as well as “Indus Valley”, Sindh has a rich culture, history, and language. Sindhis, the people of Sindh, date back to the original inhabitants of ancient Sindh, who are believed to have lived through the Indus Civilisation around the 5000 BC.
Read MoreTāmaki Makaurau will come to life this weekend when one of its premier festivals returns to celebrate the region’s rich Māori history and culture. The Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival is a free, whānau-friendly event taking place on 23 January on Captain Cook Wharf and on the water.
Read MoreNew Zealand Tamil Society Inc. hosted a dinner to welcome two newly elected ethnic MPs and Minister Priyanca Radhakrishnan and Ms Vanushi Walters, a Tamil of Sri Lankan descent and also Mr Michael Wood, minister of Transport & Workplace relations and Safety on Sunday 6th December, at the Mt Eden War Memorial hall at dominion road in Mt Eden, Auckland.
Read MoreAfter many restrictions due to the global pandemic, New Zealanders are now privileged to move around safely. This was a reason enough for Shanti Niwas to celebrate the festivities of Diwali and Guruparab or Guru Nanak Jayanthi with our senior citizens. Shanti Niwas, during its 26 years journey, has encouraged celebrations of various faiths and beliefs as there is a lot of learning in inter-faith exchanges.
Read MoreThe Nepalese Cultural Centre New Zealand Inc. was established in 2008 with the objective of promoting Nepalese Culture in New Zealand by providing information about Nepal and Nepalese Culture to interested New Zealanders. To achieve the goal, the NCCNZI is engaged in organizing various activities.
Read MoreChristchurch Multicultural Council (CMC), at its 31st Annual General Meeting held on Thursday August 27, presented its first-ever new top award "DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD" to Christchurch City Councillor Jimmy Chen "in recognition of his significant contribution in making visible and valuable difference to the multicultural community and in fostering diversity of Christchurch".
Read MoreDirected by Asim Mukhtar Janjua, This is what our future looks like: Punjabi views from New Zealand, presents a 13-minute Punjabi language documentary film with English subtitles capturing the views of three Punjabi Sikhs living in Auckland; Harjeet, a radio broadcaster, Gurmeet, a small business owner, and Ajit, a community elder.
Read MoreThursday, 27 August 2020, marks the official launch of a community-led media campaign - #PassTheMic - to promote inclusion for people from migrant and former refugee backgrounds by promoting their diverse voices; and to challenge racism with our allies beside us.
Read MoreAt Alert Level 3, you are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering when you're out and about. Wearing a face covering helps keep you and others safe. The Auckland Indian Association and Belong Aotearoa are working together to make sure our communities are covered by providing face masks to community organisations.
Read MoreIn a panel discussion organised by the Khadija Leadership Network (KLN) and Pearl of the Islands Foundation in Auckland on Tuesday, three women MPs - Golriz Ghahraman of the Green Party, Parmjeet Parmar of the opposition National Party, and Priyanca Radhakrishnan of the ruling Labour Party, participated.
Read MoreThe theme for the Cook Islands Language Week 2020 is“Kia pūāvai tō tātou Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani i Aotearoa”; which means, "That the Cook Islands Māori language may blossom throughout New Zealand”.
Read More“This is an opportunity for all of us to highlight, acknowledge and appreciate their valuable work,” Jenny Salesa said. To nominate a particular ethnic community group or organisation that made a real difference for you – or your community –visit www.ethniccommunities.govt.nz to register your nomination by midday Friday, 14 August 2020.
Read MoreBakrid or Eid-al-Adha is also known as the second of the two Islamic holidays celebrated worldwide. The first which is popularly known as Eid and marks the end of the sacred month of Ramadan where Muslims fast from dusk to dusk. The Second Eid is known as Bakrid and is a significant celebration as it is the time when Hajj, a pilgrimage which the followers of Islam are required to complete once in their lives, is performed in Mecca. New Zealand Date Eid al-Adha or Bakrid in New Zealand, will be observed on August 1, 2020. Bakrid is celebrated on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar.
Read MoreMembers of Hindu Elders Foundation (HEF), met after a long gap of four months, for the twin-celebrations of Matariki and the Foundation’s anniversary. It was in July 2007, when HEF was registered as an incorporated society, with the aim of providing services for the well-being of senior citizens in the community.
Read MoreOur Hijrah, a research project undertaken by Khadija Leadership Network (KLN), is aiming to record and understand the journeys of Muslim women in New Zealand, and their contribution and service to their communities. The project is partially funded by UNESCO New Zealand.
Read MoreMulticultural Council of Wellington (MCW) lost its one of the founding members on July 2. In a Facebook post dated July 3, the MCW informed, “It is with great sadness and sorrow to inform the death of our MCW dear friend, the founder of Multicultural Council Wellington, Rama Ramanathan peacefully left us all on Thursday the 2nd of July 2020 in the morning. The Multicultural Council Wellington offers our heartfelt condolences to the grieving family, and prays to Almighty God to bless and give the grieving family strength and comfort during this difficult time and Rama Ramanathan's soul rest in peace.”
Read MoreFood for Life as a project was initially inspired by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Founder-Acharya of Iskcon. In 1974, when watching a group of village children fighting with dogs over scraps of food, the He became upset and told his students, "No one within ten miles of a temple should go hungry.” Following his guidance, we are making a humble attempt to do something for the wider community, and we think schools are the most important place to start with.
Read MoreChristchurch City Council will try to acquire the Christchurch Netball Centre in South Hagley Park as a new base for community recreation, sports, and multicultural activities.
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