February 2011

March 1, 2011 Issue

The failure of European Multiculturalism

Neither British Prime Minister David Cameron nor German Chancellor Angela Merkel could be remotely described as xenophobic, let alone racist right-wingers. In the broad church

Funding unelected board outrageous

The recent report that the new Auckland Council had pushed through a budget of $3.43 million to fund an unelected Maori Statutory Board for Auckland

March 1, 2011 Issue

BJP faces the risk of another failure

With the Indian Parliament now in its Budget Session, it would be appropriate to examine if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the main Opposition, will

March 1, 2011 Issue

Ways of the Lord are those of Wisdom

I was recently admitted to the Cardiology Ward of the Christchurch Hospital for a series of tests. I watched my heartbeat on the computer screen.

March 1, 2011 Issue

Festival of Colours transcends race

Race Relations Day is the time to reflect on our journey as a culturally diverse nation. The world observes March 21 as the ‘International Day

Talent of the Fortnight

She may not belong to a Royal Family with blue blood running in her veins but with a multitude of achievements, she is a darling

Model of the Fortnight

Many of us believe that two professions are the noblest – teaching, which moulds the character and personality of the younger generation, enabling them to

March 1, 2011 Issue

Double scoop for East Aucklander

When Sarah Campbell learnt that she had won Grocery Vouchers valued at $1000 at Flatbush SuperValue in East Auckland, she was thrilled. “This is no

Egyptians celebrate in Christchurch

The small but well-knit Egyptian community in Christchurch took to the City Square on February 12 to celebrate the change of guard in their home

Stresslessness is an Art of Living

For many people, stress can be an everyday occurrence. Juggling the work- life balance, money commitments, career pressures, health concerns, deadlines, family and relationship issues,

March 1, 2011 Issue

Victim support seeks your help

An independent organisation is seeking volunteers from the community for its programme to support victims in the society. Victim Support Auckland City has just run

Cancer Society welcomes Registry initiative

The New Zealand Cancer Society has welcomed the Government’s decision to upgrade the Cancer Registry, saying that the move will accrue benefits to all communities

March 1, 2011 Issue

Film focuses on issues we ignore

Anyone suggesting that child abuse, child labour, prostitution and homosexuality are among the problems rampant in India, would immediately be castigated as ‘Anti-Indian,’ who should

March 1, 2011 Issue

An ‘Indian Job’ gets done in New Zealand

Bollywood celebrity Abhishek Bachchan found his long-stay in New Zealand a great respite, without being mobbed by thousands of his fans like in India. He

March 1, 2011 Issue

World Cup triggers Rugby nostalgia

Rugby fans will have an opportunity to view the replicas of All Blacks Rugby jerseys used more than 100 years ago. Massey University (Wellington) College

March 1, 2011 Issue

A Rugby League hero in the making

When Maneel Kumar was knocked down during a Rugby League match in January last year, he thought it would mean a temporary break from his

March 1, 2011 Issue

Ba Soccer Fan Club kicks off

While it may sound derogatory to some, it would not be inappropriate to say that boys in Ba are born with balls – soccer balls.

March 1, 2011 Issue

World Cup heralds Festival of Cricket

The 10th edition of World Cup Cricket organised by the International Cricket Council has begun in the sub-continent with India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan

March 1, 2011 Issue

Ba takes home the first Fiji Cup

Ba proved that it is invincible as a soccer playing city, winning the first Apna Fiji Soccer Cup 2011 at a highly charged final against

Colourful history of a colourful land

One of the most significant characteristics of cities and their suburbs in New Zealand is their colourful history, dating back to the early settlers. Most

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

A facelift for the Old Lady of Manukau

You will not recognise it soon, once the ‘Extreme Makeover’ style transformation of Old Papatoetoe is completed. The new-look shopping area will see cafes, a

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

A region of feathery plumes comes alive

‘Papatoetoe,’ the name with its characteristic lilt conjures up a vision of vast expanses of Toetoe, New Zealand’s largest native grass with its white feathery

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

A Feather in the Prince’s Cap

Papatoetoe was named after the ‘Prince of Wales’ feather (or toitoi), which grew abundantly in the swampy parts of the region. Due to confusion over

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

The glittering metal spreads joy and kinship

Unlike many other ethnic groups, the Indian community has a high propensity to purchase and consume gold, gold and studded jewellery and other items. Apart

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

Quality generates customer interest

New Zealanders have a penchant for quality over-riding all other factors and the success of market players would depend on their ability to sustain internationally

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

Reckless pricing discounts quality

The construction industry is constantly subject to fluctuations, reflecting the mood of the economy on the one hand and international trends on the other. There

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

Laser treatment guarantees better care

The desire for sporting spotless skin, clear of pimples, depressions, ‘craters,’ tags and hair has led to a thriving skincare industry and over the years,

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

A goldmine in Papatoetoe!

Gold is a metal that conjures up a volley of dreams among the members of the Indian community. As well as embellishing a personality, it

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

Finesse of the legal profession

About three years ago, in his message to the guests at a dinner hosted by Indian Law Practitioners of New Zealand, Governor General Sir Anand

Papatoetoe : The Heartbeat of Manukau

Impressions last forever

Every organisation is conscious of the image it builds and fosters in the market. While products and services are indubitably the final test that determines

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