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News ArchiveSamoan language film in line for an Oscar
The New Zealand film "The Orator" (O le Tulafale), filmed in the Samoan Language, has been entered into the best foreign language category for next year's Academy Awards. See more details here ...
New Tongan radio show on Planet FM
Kite Tuakalau, from the Eminz cooperative, has established a new radio show on Planet FM - Dateline Tonga. This covers the latest from the Tongan community - Talkback, current affairs, interviews, success stories.. Check it out here.
(18 Aug)
Immigration New Zealand speeds up visa processing for Chinese visitors
Immigration New Zealand has appointed the company VFS Global Services as a collection agency visa applications in China, speeding up the process for Chinese visitors to New Zealand. Read more ...
(15 Aug)
Diwali Specials from HummFM
HummFM has released a range of special advertising packages for the upcoming Diwali celebrations. Please contact us for further information for your requirements.
(12 Aug)
NZ Post to cease International Economy Letter Services
NZ Post is changing the servvices of their International Economy services. changes include the removal of International Economy letters, and increases to the number of destinations for the International Economy Courier services, and other changes. See details on the NZ Post website here ...
(2 Aug)
Debate on Islamic veil continues
Their are a lot of different views on the wearing of the burqa or hajib, from both within the Islamic community and from without. it is a complex issue that is deeply rooted in cultural mores and is having a big effect on both the Islamic and wider New Zealand communities. Debate can be healthy, and widen understanding of this cultural issue. Read a Herald article here, and another here
(July 21)
Immigration through the eyes of Children
The NZ Herald recently published an article relating how immigrant children have found the experience of moving to New Zealand. Read it here
(July 21)
Aqua - A Journey into the World of Water
Auckland Museum is currently exhibiting "Aqua - A Journey into the World of Water". This series of events is bought to you by One Drop in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil. This weekend they are showcasing the Tonegawa River, Japan, in association with the NZ Japan Society. See details here .... Previous events include The Yangtze (China), Chao Phraya River (Thailand), and our own Waikato River.
(July 15)
Local Malaysians rally to support (Malay) electoral reform protestors
About 30 supporters of a Malaysian movement pushing for electoral reform, Bersih, gathered outside the Pak 'n Save supermarket in Royal Oak on Saturday evening in a show of solidarity with their counterparts rallying in Kuala Lumpur. More details ...
(July 11)
For Maori language to endure, we must speak it.
Last October, the Waitangi Tribunal, in an unprecedented move, released a chapter of its wider WAI 262 report. This focused on the Maori language and coincided with a review of the Maori language strategy and sector. More details ...
(July 7)
India looks to tap into NZ Dairy know-how
India's Commerce Minister wants to tap into the New Zealand dairy industry's state-of-the art technology as part of a free-trade deal between the two countries. More details ...
(July 2)
Trade deal with India likely to be tough ask
Trade Minister Tim Groser says it's crucial that New Zealand develops a strong commercial relationship with India, which he describes as the world's second emerging superpower. More details here ...
(June 27)
Rugby gaining popularity in India
First there was cricket, now there is rugby. Rugby is starting to gain popularity in India. More details ...
(Jun 22)
Documentary highlights plight of migrants
Two South Koreans went from having just $300 to owning two restaurants in Christchurch - only to lose everything to the February 22 earthquake. More details ...
(Jun 21)
Another Chinatown for Auckland?
Chinese community leader in Auckland Kai Luey speaks to Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking about the proposed Chinatown in Auckland. Listen here ...
Read the NewsTalkZB article.
(June 20)
Chinese looking at investing in New Zealand
An article from the New Zealand Herald highlights the growing investment and interest from China and the Chinese community. More details ...
(Jun 14)
German Advertising Agency creates interactive Billboards
In March and April, Agenta, a German advertising agency came up with a creative way to combine traditional billboard advertising and online social networking. The billboard dispensed dog food samples to iPhone app "Four Square" users. See details here
(May31)
Immigrants sign up for citizenship in Christchurch
The recent earthquakes in Canterbury and the many aftershocks haven't put of many immigrants from completing their New Zealand Citizenship. Audio from Radio New Zealand.
(May 26)
New Zealand needs to offer more to Chinese Tourists
New Zealand tourist operators have been told to sharpen their act if they want a piece of the affluent Chinese market. See the article on the TV3 website.
(May 26)
Auckland Refugee Family Trust Dinner
The ARFT is holding a dinner to celebrate World Refugee Day and the 60th Annivesary of the UN Refugee Convention. Details here.
(May 24)
New Zealand Asian births on the rise
One baby in eight born in New Zealand hospitals last year had an Asian mother. In Auckland, it was the first time that Asian new mothers outnumbered Maori new mothers. Read more...
(May 22)
Anti-Asian leaflets cause anger upset, and fear.
There has been a number of leaflets disributed in Howick, Pakuranga, and Northcote promoting anti-Asian feelings. These leaflets are causing fear and anger, and are very upsetting for the members of the communities being targetted. NZ Herald 11 May.
(May 11)
"Ethnic Media" very important to communities
New Zealand columnist Lincoln Tan recently had an article published regarding the importance of the ethnic community media options (focusing on WTV) for reaching these important and significant markets. Click here for Mr Tan's article, or contact us.
(April 15)
New Zealand to give NZ$1 million to Red Cross in Japan
The New Zealand cabinet agrred to give $1million to teh Red Cross in Japan as aid for the earthquake and tsunami stricken areas.
(Mar 21)
Japanese in New Zealand want to extend their visas
Many Japanese currently in New Zealand are deperately wanting to extend their visas. Immigration New Zealand will review each case sypmathetically. See the Herald article here
(Mar 19)
Pasifika Festival ends on high note.
The 2011 Pasifika Festival ends on a high note with the release of a pasifika compilation music CD at number one in the RIANZ charts. Details here
(Mar 18)
Thousands of students unite for Polyfest
This year sees the 36th ASB PolyFest. This festival celebrates "the pride and passion of our Maori and Pacific Island communities through cultural song, dance, speech and art" according to Event Director Tania Karauria. See more details at the ASB PolyFest website
(Mar 16)
Pasifika Festival a winner
This year saw the 19th Annual Pasifika Festival being held at Western Springs Park on Saturday 12 March. This year it was attended by over 250,000 people under clear sunny skies and warm weather. Every one who attended enjoyed the day, and look forward to next year's event.
(Mar 14)
Refugees want to return to Christchurch
many of the refugees who settled in Christchurch are determined to return and stay there. See the Herald article here
(Mar 11)
Zumba Love for Christchurch
There is a special Zumba fitness session scheduled for Friday 11 March at the Mt Albert War Memorial Hall to support and fundraise for the victims of the latest Christchurch Earthquake. Click here for details.
(Mar 2)
The New Zealand Messenger
It is with great sadness that we need to inform you that The New Zealand Messenger will not be published in the foreseeable future. The offices from which they ran the newspaper were destroyed in the Christchurch Earthquake on 22 February. I am sure that you will all join with us in extending our sincere sympathies to the Staff and their families in this time of national disaster. We can only hope that they will be able to resume publishing as soon as possible.
(Feb 25)
2011 Census cancelled
The 2011 Census has been cancelled by the Department of Statistics. Read the media release from Government Statistician Geoff Bascand and Statistics Minister Maurice Williamson here
(Feb 25)
Photos from the Auckland lantern Festival
Please click here to see photos submitted to the New Zealand Herald of the 2011 Year of the Rabbit Lantern Festival in Albert Park.
(Feb 21)
Fine weather helps Lantern Festival.
The fine weather in Auckland over the weekend helped to bring out the visitors to the 12th Annual Chinese Lantern Festival, with an estimated 250,000 visitors over the 3 days. Click here for the NZ Herald article.
(Feb 21)
Auckland's Lantern Festival comes full circle
The celebration of the Chinese New Year Lantern Festival has come full circle with this year seeing the 12th Festival, and now attracts 150,000 - 200,000 Aucklanders. Click here more.
(Feb 18)
Wealthy Retiree Immigration Scheme criticised
The parent retirement policy introduced last year has been criticised for allowing wealthy retirees to queue jump. See an article here
(Feb 16)
Good news for the Philippines?
The Philippines Government and communist NFD are to hold peace talks in Oslo to try and end one of Asia's longest running "insurgencies". See an article here
BollyworX in Papatoetoe
Sports Recreation and Outdoors Trust is launching BollyworX exercise in Papatoetoe on Wednesday 17 February. Click here for an invitation and here for a poster.
New Zealand Domain Name Commission
The DNC has released several important and interesting documents.
Language key for Botany electorate
New Citizen Party candidate for the Botany electorate, Paul Young, speaks English, Mandarin, Taiwanese, Cantonese and Japanese, and believes this will give him an edge in the electoral race. See the NZ Herald article here
(Feb 11)
New Zealand "Retirement" destination for elderly Chinese
Over 1200 over-50 Chinese people have retired to New Zealand over the past year. This sees the rise in numbers of non-english speaking immigrants, and heightens the importance of the media companies specialising in these communities. See the article by Lincoln Tan of the NZ Herald here.
(Feb 7)
Confucious Institute to increase numbers of Mandarin Learners
The University of Auckland based, Beijing Institute backed Confucious Institute wants to increase the number of Mandarin learners 5 fold. See the article from the NZ herald here.
(Feb 2)
First Maori appointment to BSA
Te Raumawhitu (Te Rau) Kupenga has been named as replacement for Tapu Misa on the Broadcasting Standards Authority, and becomes the first Maori to be appointed.
(Jan 13)
Foreign Student numbers drop - but revenue up The overall number of foreign students has dropped, particularly from the traditional sources of China and Korea, but there has been an increase in numbers from the emerging Indian, vietnamese, and Saudi markets. This gave rise to an increase of NZ$664 million from the previous year. Article from NZ Herald here.
(Feb 1)
"One nation with many cultures" (NZ Herald)
The New Zealand Herald recently published an article about the cultural and ethnic diversity in New Zealand. See it here
(Nov 26)
New Language discovered in India
It was announced on World Language day that a new language has been discovered in Himilayan foothills in India. See the NZ Herald article
(Nov 17)
Diwali Festival comes to Auckland Early
The Diwali Festival of Light was celebrated early in Aotea Square over the weekend. The Aotes festival leads into the main Diwali celebrations being held at the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre in Manukau this Saturday.
(Nov 1)
Yes India Film Festival
the Yes India Film Festival is about to start. It is playing in Auckland from October 28 - November 3, Wellington November 4 - November 10, and Christchurch from November11 - November 30. See the website for details.
(Oct 28)
Auckland is New Zealand's fastest growing region
The latest Subnational Population Estimates have been released by Statistics New Zealand. The Auckland Region was the fastest growing for the year ended June 2010 with a 1.6% growth compared to the national average of 1.2 %. Part of this rate is attributed to the rise in net migration as fewer people leave the country. See the media release here.
(Oct 27)
Increase in Migrant numbers
Statistics New Zealand have released the September International Travel and Migration report, with some encouraging numbers contained within its pages. Net migration (seasonally adjusted) for the year ending September 2010 was 13,900 - approx 38 people per day - India and China contributing 9,400 between them. This is some 2000 people higher than the average for the past 20 years. Read the full report here, or an article from the Herald here
(Oct 22)
Kapiti elects first Asian Councillor
The Paraparaumu ward of the Kapiti Council has elected Kapaiti's first Asian councillor, K Gurunathan, or Guru as he is popularly known. Our congratulations and best wishes are extended to Guru on his success.
(Oct 13)
Health Literacy Website announced
A new website aimed at helping New Zealand's 1,621,000 adults with poor health skills get help and knowledge has been created.
(Oct 12)
Super Charged Gardening Class
SPROUT (Sports, Recreation and Outdoors Trust) is organising a :"Supercharged Gardening Class" at the Winstone Road Community garden, 67 Winstone Rd, Mt Roskill, on Saturday 30th October, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Please register with Nali, or visit the SPROUT webiste for more details.
(Oct 11)
Garage Sale at the Auckland Chinese Community Centre
The Auckland Chiense Community Centre is having a Garage sale on Saturday 16 October, from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at 99 Taylor Road, Mangere Bridge.
(Oct 7)
More on language barriers and elections
More evidence has come to the fore highlighting the need to address immigrant populations in their own language. Again, the latest example concerns voting in Local Body Elections, and the mis-understanding of voting papers due to language difficulties. Click here for the article.
(Oct 7)
Language Barriers in Auckland Super City Elections
Herald report highlights the importance of addressing ethnic communities. Click here for the article.
(Oct 5)
China Town opens
The opening of Chinatown in Maukau was accompanied by fireworks and a lion dance. This new venture situated in Ti Rakau Drive is an opportunity to showcase Chinese culture. See more details here.
(Oct 4)
Chasing the "Perfect 10"
Numbers have special meanings on many non-New Zealand cultures, especially to the Chinese cultures. This year, October 10 is regarded as the perfect 10 - 10/10/10, and getting married on this "perfect" day leads to the "perfect marriage. See more here.
(Oct 4)
Migrant Expo comes to Hamilton
The 5th Waikato Migrant Expo is being held from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on October 30 at The Meter, 1 Victoria St, Hamilton. Entry is free. Click here for details.
(Oct 3)
Tongan Community aid Canterbury Earthquake victims
The strong ties of New Zealand's Tongan community with their families back in Tonga have help the peoples of the Kingdom of Tonga raise over NZ $0.5 million to go towards the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal fund, and are looking at raising more with another Radiothon. More details here
(Sep 30)
Samoa Tsunami remembered 1 year on
Today marks the 1 year anniversary of the Tsunamitragedy that struck Samoa 1 year ago. The thoughts and best wishes of the Eminz community go out to the Samoan community in remeberance of this event.
(Sep 30)
Role for Ethnic Advisory Panel in new Auckland Council
Leading Auckland mayoral candidates have given assurances that they support the establishment of an Ethnic Advisory Panel for the new Auckland Council as part of the new Super City structure. See an article on this here.
(Sep 28)
Latest Longitudinal Immigration Survey results out.
Statistics New Zealand has issued the reults from the latest Longitudinal Immigartion Survey - a survey of immigrants after 6 months (wave 1), 18 months (wave 2), and 36 months (wave 3). See the results here.
(Sep 27)
Sir Archie Taiaroa dies
Influential Maori peacemaker Sir Archie Taiaroa has died from a stroke, surrounded by his wife Lady Martha, and family at Waikato Hospital, last night. See the Herald article here.
(Sep 22)
AEN organises I Love Christchurch Concert
Please see the AEN page for details
(Sep 22)
Publisher of Samoa Observer Honoured
The Editor-in-Chief of the Samoa Observer Newspaper group, Savea Sano Malifa, has been honoured in Vienna, Austria, by the prestigious International Press Institute (IPI) for being among the "Press Freedom Heroes". This honour will be awarded at a special dinner ceremony, during which another 59 recipients will be honoured. Savea Sano Malifa was also given the honour of being one of two of the "Heroes" who addressed the opening ceremony, and spoke about the future of news and press freedom.
(Sep 22)
Record number of visitors from China
The latest immigartion statistics from Statistics New Zealand show that the visitor numbers from China more than doubled to 9,700 for August 2010 up from 4,600 for August 2009. Japanese visitor numbers were up for the same time frames as well. However, visitors from the UK were down. There was a net migration gain of 800 for August 2010. For the year ended August 2010, the were net gains of 5,800 in the Indian communities, and 3,600 in the Chinese communities. Read more here.
(Sep 21)
Quick Survey for Asians in New Zealand
If you are an "Asian" living in New Zealand, are over 15 years old, and have about 5 minutes to spare, we would appreciate of you could partake in a quick survey on the 2011 Census.
(Sept 9)
A new issue of the Health Guru, a magazine from SPROUT for South Asians in particular is out now. it is available as a webzine here, or a hard copy is avaiable at all leading South Asian Grocery Stores in Auckland
(Sep 9)
Special Media Release regarding Welfare Information in 40 languages for victims of the Christchurch Earthquake.
Media Release: 7 September 2010: 09:35am
Earthquake welfare information in 40 languages.
The Minister for Ethnic Affairs, Pansy Wong, has asked civil defence to encourage those with little or no English to use the emergency telephone help lines that have been set up in the aftermath of the Christchurch earthquake.
The telephone help lines are now linked to “Language Line” which has professional interpreters in 40 languages.
The help line numbers are:
The Director of Civil Defence Emergency management, John Hamilton, said people have been calling for advice on what to do about damage to their homes, to ask if it is safe to travel, and to check on families and friends.
As people get past the initial shock, they will require information about income support, housing options, health issues, community assistance, clean up and how to contact any other services that people may need.
Online information is also available on http://www.ccc.govt.nz/ or http://www.languageline.govt.nz/
Media contact:-
Public Information Manager
Telephone, National Crisis Management Centre: 04 494 6951  (Sep 7)
As from 1 September, the Mandarin Pages will be published from Tuesdays through to Sundays. It is still being published 6 days a week, but the Monday issue has been changed to a Sunday issue. Please make sure that any of your bookings reflect this.
ARMS latest newsletter published
See the ARMS page for details
(Sep 7)
ARMS looking for unregistered overseas trained doctors.
(30 Aug)
Auckland Museum's Kai to Pai : Brazil
Celebrate the best of South Amwerican culture and cuisine with the Brazilian World on Your Plate Day on Saturday. Click here for details
(Aug 27)
Auckland Museum's Kai to Pai : Indian food and culture.
The recent celebrations of the indian culture and food were well attended. See the photo gallery and short video of this event here. Also, check it out on the Museum's YouTube channel here.
(Aug 20)
Ethnic Peoples Advisory Panel
The Auckland Transition Agency has organised a workshop for the establishment of an Ethnic Peoples Advisory Panel for the Auckland Council. The workshop is being held on Saurday August 21 at the Hobson Room of the Alexander Park Raceway from 10:00 a.m. through to 12:30 p.m. Click here for an invitation.
(Aug 17)
Australia puts focus on foreign languages
Australia has recognised the importance of learning the languages of their neighbours for both trade and immigration. Click here for more.
(Aug 16)
Kai to Pie at the Auckland War Memorial Museum
The Auckland War Memorial Museum is running a series of events titiled "Kai to Pie: The World on YOur Plate". It aims to celebrate the cultural diversity of New Zealand through the rich food heritage of each culture, and also a cultural item to accompany it. Details of Kai to Pie here.
(Aug 12)
2 Kiwis in top 500 of Islam's most influential
Anwar Ghani and Kireka Whaanga have been ranked in the top 500 of Islam's most influential muslims in the world. This is a reflection of the importance and influence of New Zealand's multi cultural society. Click here for the Herald article.
(Aug 10)
Samoan Radio effective in reaching community
Eminz Member Radio Samoa has shown how effective radio is for reaching their community. A NZ Police initiative warning Samoan parents about gangs is to be extended from 30 minutes to one hour. Click here to view the Herald article. Login or Contact us for more information.
(Aug 10)
Visa Queues Cleared
Immigration New Zealand has cleared the massive backlog of Education Visa Applications, enabling foreign students to attend educational institutions in New Zealand more easily. Click here for the Herald article, or contact us for information on how to advertise to this market.
(Aug 10)
High Commisioner to India Named
Foreign Minister Murray McCully has named Jan Henderson as the next High Commissioner to India. See article here.
(Aug 2)
Email Hoax Public Service Announcement from the NZ Police
We do not usually comment on these types of issues, but feel that it may be appropriate in this case. Please see the following statement issued by the NZ Police:
(August 2) Samoa Observer introduces newzealand Samoa.
Samoa Observer has added another feather to their cap by introducing newzealand Samoa to cater to Samoan community in New Zealand. With effect from 21 June Samoa Observer has started to publish on every Sunday, newzealand Samoa on every Thursday, and newzealand Pacific on every Friday. In January 2010, Auckland Pacific Today, published by Samoa Observer (NZ) Ltd, changed its name to "newzealand pacific".
(Jul 22)
High Commission of India Scholarship.
The Indian High Commission in Wellington has announced a new academic initiative. Under the Indian Couincil for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Junior Fellowship Programme, it is inviting applications from New Zealand scholars who would like to embark on field work and research in India in connection to their existing projects. The PhD/Post Doctoral Research scholars would be provoded with US$1,000.00 per month and also be eligible for international economy class airfares. This initiative is made possible with the support of the NZ Ministry of Eduaction. Applications should be sent to the Indian High Commission in Wellington. For more information, contact the High Commission.
(July 6)
TV33 (Chinese New Zealand Television) joins with Eminz
Chinese New Zealand Television, TV33, has now been broadcasting on the Freeview platform for over a month, and has recently released their advertising rates. Login to the Eminz system to get more information.
(Jun 28)
Samoanius Weekly Newspaper joins the Eminz Cooperative.
Samoanius Media Network, which produces the Samoanius Weekly Newspaper, has recently joined the Eminz Cooperative, and is offering advertising space to users of the Eminz system preferantial rates for advertising. Login and see the information on this newspaper for the Samoan community.
(Jun 23)
Samoan Journalist wins Qantas Award
Vaimoana Tapaleao, a Samoan journalist for the New Zeland Herald, has been awarded the Junior Reporter of the Year at the 37th Qantas Media Awards. One of the "highlights" of her winning portfolio was her story on the Tongan ferry disiaster. Congratulations on this award. (click here for her ferry story)
(June 22)
Matariki Begins
Monday June 14 sees the start of Matariki, which lasts for one month. many events have been organised to celebrate this fesitval. Among other things, the Auckland Sky Tower is being lit in Red and Blue for the month of matariki. Check out the Matariki Festival website for other happenings and events.
(June 14)
Korean Tribute to NZ Soldiers
The korean Community of New Zealand is dediacting part of its $1.6M garden to the memory of NZ Soldiers killed in Korea. June 25th marks the 60th anniversary if the start of the Korean War. Many Koreans feel deeply about the NZ contribution. Read the Herald article here.
(June 14)
Samoans honoured as Language Champions
Janice Taouma, Toesulu Brown, Tofaeono Tanuvasa Tavale, Fereni Pepe Ete, and Galumalemana Alfred Hunkin have been honoured at the inaugural "Samoan Language Champions: Tautai o le gagana Samoa" awards at Victoria University in Wellington. They were recognised for their efforts in teaching and promoting the Samoan language in New Zealand. This is a reflection of the importance of the language and the Samoan Media companies who promote their language to the community.
(June 8)
Samoa declares National Holiday
Samoa has declared a National Holiday to honour the Samoan Sevens Rugby Team who won the IRB World Championship Title for 2010. They are the 4th country to win this prestigeous series. Samoan Prime Minister Tuilaepa Sailele says it is one of the greatest sporting achievements in Samoa's history and promptly declared a national holiday.
(June 4)
Settlement Support June Newsletter
ARMS has issued the June Newsletter. Details are on the ARMS Page
(June 3)
The Asian Network Inc. Asian Youth Health meeting
TANI is holding a general meeting on social, mental, and physical issues of Asian Youth of New Zealand.
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday 16 June
Venue: Fickling Centre, 546 Mt Albert Rd, Three Kings, Auckland
Contact for further information. Details here.
(May 26)
ARMS Community Information Session
Find out about the Auckland International Carnival and Settlement Services in Auckland courtesy of ARMS. Details here.
(May 24)
Creative NZ agrees to transfer Maori Trademark - toi iho™
(May 21)
CAANZ / AUT Business School Workshop on "Multi-Cultural Marketing"
On May 14, Martin Pouwels of Niche Media and Brett Agnew of Eminz, along with Shelley Winsor of Y&R, presented a workshop to members of CAANZ and ANZA on the subject of multi-cultural (or ethnic) marketing. This 3 hour workshop was well received, and helped highlight the signifiacance and special requirements of the differing cultural communities of New Zealand.
Please contact us if you would like more information on this subject.
(May 18)
A Forum for Indian Youth and Parents / Adults
You are invited to attend:
A FORUM FOR INDIAN YOUTH AND PARENTS/ADULTS To meet separately and together 10am - 3.45pm Saturday 22nd May 2010 Venue: Shanti Niwas Hall, 12 Spring Street, Onehunga (next to Dolphin Theatre) Contact Anurag Sharma 0226890855 email Anurag Sharma (May 14)
G Plus Celebrates its 1st anniversary.
G Plus has reached another milestone, and to celebrates its 1st anniversary, is producing a special edition to commemorate this event. The G Plus is published in the 1st and 3rd weeks of the month, and replaced the G3 - Glitter, Glamour, and Gossip. The name change reflects the change in emphasis of the publication away from concentrating on all the latest Bollywood news. It has now taken a more serious nature, and also contains articles and editorial on topics that affect the Indian and South Asian community - including items regrading Health &Wellbeing and sport.
(April 29)
Personal and Community Safety Forum
The ARMS is organising a forum on 1 May, at Auckland Regional Council. Click here.
(28 April)
Martin Hautus MOU with TOPNZ
Martin Hautus The Pacific Peoples' Learning Institue has signed a memorandum of Understanding with The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand.
(27 April)
Migrant Youth of New Zealand Conference.
Shakti Family Centre is organising a conference for migrant and refugee youth at the Kelston Community Centre on Thursday 27 May. Click here for details.
(27 April)
A new independent survey by firm Phone Logic has found that Radio Apna has the most listener's in Hindi Radio around Auckland. See the results here.
(April 26)
S3 Pacific Music Awards
The 2010 S3 Pacific Music Awards are being held on May 29 at the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre on May 29. Check their website here.
(26 April)
The Prime Minister's Pacific Youth Awards for 2010 will be announced this April. These awards recognise and celebrate outstanding young achievers (16 - 24 yrs) from the Pacific Community. The Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs is looking for a logo to help promote and celebrate these awards.
(April 20)
Manukau City Council Health Day
ISSO Seva, ETHC Healthcare, NZ Police, and Manukau City Council have organised a Health Day at the ISSO Swaminarayan Hindu Temple, 10 Wentworth Ave, Papatoetoe, from 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m.
(April 15)
Wanted: Speaker of Marshallese.
Morgan Davie from the Victoria University Centre for Applied Cross Cultural Research has the following request. Can you help?
"I was in a meeting the other day with a representative of the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Secretariat. They are looking for someone who speaks Marshallese to hire for a translation project in relation to some work in the Marshall Islands. If anyone knows a Marshallese speaker who might be interested could you put them in touch with me?
Thanks very much Morgan Morgan Davie Centre Manager, Centre for Applied Cross-cultural Research (CACR) www.victoria.ac.nz/cacr/, cacr@vuw.ac.nz" (April 15)
Refugee Sector network Workshop
The UMMA Trust is holding a workshop to strengthen our capacity to provide appropriate disability support services for children and their families/whanau.
(April 14)
Auckland International Carnival 2010 announced
It has been announced that Auckland is to host its first international carnival - The Auckland International Carnival 2010. It will be held at the Ellerslie Racecourse on the weekend 6 & 7 November 2010. Over 20,000 people are expected to attend. See the Carnival website.
(April 13)
Auckland Regional Migrant Services Pronunciation Course
The Auckland Regional Migrant Services is holding a course that builds awareness of individual pronunciation habits for Kiwi english, "Producing Intelligible English in a Kiwi-English Environment". The course starts Saturday, May 1, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the ARMS Resource centre in Three Kings. Click here for more details.
April 13)
World Expo Shanghai 2010
The World Expo 2010 Shanghai organising committee has partnered with Chinese New Zeland Television (Coming soon to Freview Channel 33) to bring a magnificent gala event to the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre on May 1, 2010. Sponsorship / Advertising opportunities are available for this exciting event. Don't miss out on reaching this audience.
(April 7)
United Chinese Press Table Tennis Tournament
The United Chinese Press is sponsoring a Table Tennis tournament on the 15 / 16 May at the Auckland Table Tennis Centre, 99a Gilles Ave, Newmarket.
(April 6)
Ministry of Health 'Flu brochures available in different languages
The MOH informational brochure on the 'Flu and vaccination is now available in several different languages. Please see here to download one.
(April 1)
Chinese Immigrants face "tough" life in New Zealand
A Massey University report titled Bamboo Networks: Chinese Employers and Employees in Auckland had revealed some interesting data. Amongst other facts
See the article from Massey University.
(Mar 26) Koreans seek $5m for culture spree
Auckland Koreans are seeking $5million for a Korean garden, a Korean school, and a Korean culture and heritage centre, to keep their culture alive in New Zealand. Read More
(Mar 25) Radio Apna achieves big result.
Eminz member Radio Apna 990 AM again showed its stong community ties an popularity with the organisation of a Radiothon in support of th disaster relief efforts in hurricane ravage Fiji. With massive community support, the station raised a staggering $132,000! The station manager, Mr Shaiyaz mohammed, is transferring the money to th account of a (Fiji) local food distributor, and is flying up to Fiji on Wednesday 24 March to head the distribution of relief food supplies to those hit hard by the hurricane. He will be assisted by Dharmend Shyam. Eminz congratulates Apna 990 AM on their effort in coordinating their community, and wish them well for their visit. Read the press release from Mr Shaiyaz Mohammed here.
(22 Mar)
MOH Influenza Campaign at ASB Polyfest 2010
Eminz helped organise the media plan for the Ministry of Health influenza immunisation programme - "Don't let the 'Flu get you" - and part of this was to raise community awareness at Pasifika 2010 and the ASB 2010 Polyfest. Below are links to images from the Polyfest event
  
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(22 Mar)
Mandarin Pages forms alliance with Major Chinese Newspaper Auckland based daily newspaper Mandarin Pages has formed a strategic alliance with the official Chinese Newspaper, The Peoples' Daily. Publisher David Soh has described this alliance as a win/win situation, with the Mandarin Pages getting access to strong stories from China, and the Chinese newspaper gaining access to the Chines Community in New Zealand.The alliance began at the beginning of March.
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(Mar22)
DraftFCB wins award
DraftFCB has won the 2010 Faifax / APN Agency of the year award. Eminz congratulates them on this achievement. (Mar 22) Last year's advertising figures
The Advertising Standards Authority has released the annual figures for 2009. The spend was down $272 million, or just under 12%, nearly half of this from newspaper advertising. However, media spending is back up again. Get the report here.
(Mar 19) The Human Rights Commission is worried about the levels of racial discrimination and harrassment, particularly Asians. See the report here. (Can you be more effective into a different culture's market? Eminz can help - contact us).
(Mar 17) Overseas Students looking to spend money
Many overseas students dont know where to spend their money, nor what on. Could you benefit from this opportunity? Contact us to explore opportunities in this market. Read the article by Lincoln Tan.
(Mar 12) India leads boom in overseas study applications In a year when growth from traditional international student markets such as China, South Korea and Japan declined, the Indian market rose by 42 percent. Read more.
(March 8) New Press Release Page
Visit our press release page for the latest press releases for the latest informational press releases issued to the ethnic media companies Over 150,000 to visit Lantern Festival
On the 11th Anniversary of the three day event, more than 150,000 people are expected to visit the festival which starts in Albert Park tonight. Read More.
(Feb 26) Filipino News Online Edition
The Filipino News now has an online edition available throught its own website. Now advertisers are able to have greater reach with this publication, reaching the on-line Filipino community as well as those who read the paper. See the website
(Feb 15) Ziln TV adds Hindi Channel
New Zealand's first internet based TV Service, Ziln Tv, has recently added Zee news to its international lineup. Zee News is broadcast in Hindi direct from Mumbai in India, and joins the various international channels already available. This is an exciting development, and offers some unique advertising packages. Please login to the Eminz system to see indicative pricing for this exciting new media option.
(Feb 12)
High Interest from Singaporeans wanting to emigrate to New Zealand
Immigration New Zealand is running a pilot project in Singapore to attract migrants to New Zealand, and the interest has been high with over 3,500 people registering in three weeks. Read more here.
(Feb 9) Pasifika 2010 Specials
This year newzeland pacific is making a special edition for the Pasifika Festival. Please contact us for special advertising rates.
(Feb 4) The Auckland Pacific Today, published by Samoa Observer (NZ) Ltd, has recently undergone a name change to newzealand pacific, reflecting its widened audience, and the change in readership demographics. Please see the letter from the publisher here.
(Jan 26) Avatar's Na'vi language based on Maori
James Cameron and language expert Paul Frommer moulded the language, mixing Maori with European and African languages.
(Jan 21)
China has now outstripped the United kingdom for the highest number of new residents through the Family Sponsored Stream and the Partnership policy. China is now also the biggest source of immigrants over the age of 20. See the full article from Lincoln Tan.
(Jan 18) Bollywood to boost New Zealand's tourism
Tourism New Zealand aims to bring India to the top performance spot in South Asia. In October 2009, visitor arrivals from India were up 15.3% on October 2008, to 2,047. Read More.
(Dec 9) Auckland to reap benefits of Pacific input
Auckland has the largest Polynesian population of any city in the world. Future projections of Pacific population growth support the notion that what is good for Pacific peoples will be good for Auckland. See the Press Release on Scoop.
(Dec 3) Human Rights Commission honours Reporter
The Human Rights Commission has honoured Herald reporter Vaimoana Tapaleao for her article on greiving relatives of those lost in the Princess Ashika Ferry disaster. See the article in the NZ Herald.
(Dec 3) Immigration to have big impact on Sport
Massey University Sociologist Mr Paul Spooney has released a report into the effects o immigration on sport in New Zealand. His contention is that Rugby and Netball could be relegated to "minority sport" status. The 2006 census figures showing that 40.1 % of the Auckland City population born oveseas, of which half of these born in Asia - that is about 20% of the population. The total numbers are expected to grow to 400,000 by 2016. This is a very significant market. See the sports report here. (Dec 2) Chinese Media assisting Police with Drug Problem NZ Police are being assisted by Auckland based Chinese Media companies in the fight against the import of ContactNT, a pseudoephedrine based drug used in making "P". See the Nga Reo Tangata article.
(Nov 30) Indian Kite Festival, 2010 The Indian Commnuity has organised the 2010 Kite Festival for January 9. This is going to be held at the Avondale Racecourse. Please see the Power Point presentation here.
(Nov 24) Visa-Free entry for Taiwanese travellers Taiwanese passport holders will now not have to apply for a visa to visit New Zealand. Visitor numbers dropped from a high of 41,000 in 2000 down to 14,000 for 2008. This move will hopefully increase numbers back to previous levels. See the NZ Herald article by Lincoln Tan here.
(Nov 23) Japan Advocating Single Currency for Asian Countries China this week backed a call from Japan for Asian countries to launch a single currency trading bloc for the region, but whether there is sufficient political will for such a project remains to be seen. Click here for the article from Deutsche Welle.
(Nov 20) South Asian Women & Children Expo
An expo for South Asian Women and Children will be held at the Alan Brewster Recreation Centre, Tavern Lane, Papatoetoe, on Saturday November 21 from 10:00 am through 2:00 pm. This fun filled day has a serious messages about safety among female immigrants from South Asia. Admission is free. See here for more details. (Nov 18) Eminz Members on Radio New Zealand On November 15, 2009, several of the Eminz members took part in a broadcast on Radio New Zealand's National Programme Insight programme. This programme was about Media Freedom in the Pacific. Please go to the Insight page on the the Radio New Zeland website to access the broadcast.
(Nov 17)
New Zeland Police begin Language Project The New Zealand Police have introduced a project where they have engaged the services of 23 volunteers, who speak 14 languages between them, to man the main counter at the Auckland Central Police Station. Click for Lincoln Tan's report in the New Zealand Herald
(Nov 12) New Zealand 3rd on Gallup's PNMI Report Gallup, one of the worlds premier research and opinion companies, has recently released a report showing that New Zealand is 3rd on the list of countries using Gallup's Potential Net Migration Index (PNMI) behind Singapore and Sauidi Arabia. Check out the full article here. Also the article in The New Zealand Herald
(Nov 9) Ko e Kele'a to launch Kele'a Weekender After more than two decades of disseminating information on Tongan current affairs, Ko e Kele'a is all set to launch Kelea Weekender on 5th December. It would be a current affairs tabloid with 20 pages and will engage people in crusading and constructive journalism. It's political contents will be differently angled and would have some special features on education, immigration, religion, culture etc. Kelea Weekender will come out in the market on every friday morning. The Ko e Kele'a will continue to be published on Tuesdays.
(Nov 9) International Visitor Numbers UpStatistics New Zealand have just released the latest visitor figures. The September 2009 numbers are up 9% on September 2008, and Chineses visitors were up 15% from August 2009. Read the press release from Stats NZ here. (Nov 3) Eminz Newsletter Re-launched
We have relaunched the Eminz newsletter today - just a brief one incorporating some upcoming events, some changes to the Media information, and a quick introduction to Nandini Chugh - our Media Co-ordinator. If you have received the newsletter, please let us know if there is any information you would like incorporated on a regular basis by placing some feedback.
(Oct 27)
Free Trade Agrement with Malaysia New Zealand has signed a Free Trade agreement with Malaysia - opening the door to more international students, among others. See the NZ Herald Article.
(Oct 27) The Sun Bilingual Newspaper now on Eminz The Sun Bilingual Newspaper has become the latest Chinese Print Media company to join Eminz Ltd. Based in Christchurch, it is distributed in the South Island of New Zealand, mainly the Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, and Timaru areas. It is published on weekly on Fridays. Log into the members area to check out the details in the Media Options area.
(Oct 15) Public Seminar on the Middle East Rabbi David Rosen is presenting a public seminar on the Middle East: Is Religion the Problem or the Solution? This is being held on November 25, at 8:00 pm at the Victoria University of Wellington Council Chamber. This event is being Moderated by Archbishop John Dew, and Chaired by professor Paul Morris.
For more details, please see the Wellington Council of Christians and Jews web site.
(Oct 15)
Fundraiser Concert For Disiaster Relief
The pacific Music Awards Trust is co-ordinating a concert for the Tsunami 2009 relief Appeal on Saturday 10 October at the Ericsson Stadium, Penrose, Auckland. If you are interested in performing at this event please contact Rita Moemausu
(Oct 5)
Earthquake and Tsunami strikes Samoa An 8.3 magnitude earthquake has struck just to the south west of Samoa. If you are interesed in providing help to theIslands, contact us at Eminz, and we will put you in touch with someone from the community.
(Sep 30) NZ Fiji Inter-District Soccer Championship.
The 2009 NZ Fiji Inter-District Soccer Tournament is scheduled to be held at Centre Park, Mangere, from Thursday 22 Oct through to the final on Monday 26 October. Radio Apna has secured the exclusive radio broadcasting rights for this event. Click here for advertising opportunities.
(Sep 30)
Radio Apna 990 "Togo-Fogo Nite"
Radio Apna 990 AM is organising a new show for the Indian community. Check out the Togo-Fogo Event page for details and available sponsorship opportunities.
(Sep 30)
Chinese Communities Gearing up for 60th Anniversary of China National Day.
The local Chinese communities are gearing up to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Chine national Day on Thursday 1 October.
(Sep 29)
Oceania Football Confederation on Free-to-Air TV
The Ociania Football Confederation has signed a deal with a TV Channel to provide coverage of a variety of football ganes from New Zealand, the Pacific, and from around the world, as well as documentaries and some vintage games. For advertising opportunities to reach ethnic communities including a majority of the pacific island communities, please contact Martin Pouwels.
(Sep 28) Care rules for Foreign Students to relax?
The Ministry of Education is reviewing the pastoral care code for international students. This has the potential for increasing the size of the foreign student population in New Zealand, and the ethnic markets as well. See the article here.
(Sep 24) Skykiwi adding immigration and education channels to its site
Eminz Key Ethnic Media Company Skykiwi, one of the top New Zealand websites (according to Hitwise) is adding chanels for Immigration and Education to its already extensive list of channels and forums. Eminz can assist your clients in reaching this market. Click here for the story.
(Sep 16) Ethnic Journalists Underutilised
An Indian community newspaper chief is challenging mainstream media to make better use of skilled but marginalised ethnic minority journalists in New Zealand. Eminz Key Ethnic Media Company Indian Weekender's chief editor Dev Nadkarni has this to say (click here)
(Sep 16) Punjabi TV coming to NZ Screens
Vision Asia, one of the Eminz Eey Ethnic Media Companies, is bringing Punjabi TV to New Zealand television screens. Eminz is able to help you with booking space via this channel into the Punjabi Community. Click here to see the story.
(Sep 16) Asian Health issues coming to the fore
Asian Health issues are starting to come to the fore. Check this article form Lincoln Tan in the NZ Herald
(Sep 15) Important Notice - Telethon for Tongan Ferry Disaster
Radio 531pi and Niu FM are holdong a radiothon on Saturday 12 September to raise money to aid the victims' families of the Princess Ashika ferry disaster. Click here for details, and here for opportunities.
(Sep 9) New Zealand to open new Consulate in Mumbai
The New Zealand Government is opening a new Consular Office in the Indian city of Mumbai - adding the accessibility to New Zealand of the current 6,000 + students and 22,000+ tourists. Full story from New Zealand Herald.
(Sep 7) Faster Action on Indians' study visas
Priority visa-processing for Indian students is to be ntroduced to protect this $200 million market. Currently only 6000 of the 85000 foreign students are from India. The Foreign Student market is currently worth about $2.3 billion per annum. See the article from the New Zealand Herald.
(Sep 7)
Recession hit Migrant Workers treated better in New Zealand
According to the New Zealand Immigration Service, migrant workers have a harder time overseas than in New Zealand. There are about 188,000 migrant workers on work permits, with 38,349 under the labour tested category. See the article from the New Zeland Herald.
(Sep 4) New Indian Bank set to open in New Zealand
The Bank of Baroda, India's 3rd largest Public Sector bank has been given the go ahead by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to begin trading in New Zealand. See the article in the New Zealand Herald
(Sep 2) Diwali and Eid al Fitr Specials
Diwali is the single most important festival in the Indian Calendar.
Eid al Fitr is the end of the Holy month of Ramadan - the most sacred period in the Muslim Calendar.
Eminz is putting together some special packages for these events.
(Aug 20)
Radio Apna990am Recent Marketing Events
Apna 990 has recently successfully concluded several events in the Hunter's Corner community, raising the profileof local businesses within the Indian Community.
(Aug 18) Pacific Radio Trust has new CEO
The National Pacific Radio Trust, which runs the nationwide NiuFM radio network and Radio 531PI, has named veteran broadcaster Tom Etuata, 43, as its new chief. Etuata has 12 years industry experience working in the Pacific region and New Zealand.Trust chairman Faamatuainu Tino Pereira says the board has chosen someone who will lead the organisation through the current economic environment and will play a pivotal role in consolidating the organisation following the recent restructuring phase of the network.
Mr Etuata's intimate knowledge and greater understanding of the Pacific audience will significantly enhance the value of the network and the organisation, Mr Pereira said. He said Mr Etuata had demonstrated great leadership skills since taking over the acting CEO role nine months ago.
(Aug 14)
Chinese NZ Population Update
Recently released information indicates that the Chinese population in New Zealand is now around the 4% mark, the highest %ge in any Western country. (Aug 11) International Students Spending More International students are spending more and staying longer in New Zealand, although the numbers are down. See the article in The New Zealand Herald. Eminz can help you and your clients reach this market. (Aug 6) New Information from Statistics NZ Please login to the member area to access the download page to view the latest report on International Travel and Migration Statistics for June 2009. (Aug 6) New Government Policy On Immigration
With the introduction of new immigration rules for business migrants, advertising in ethnic media will become more important. Eminz can help with your clients' needs in this area. See the article in the New Zealand Herald.
(July 29) Important Announcement
New Zealand Chinese Times has changed their format from Tabloid to Broadsheet.
Tu Mai Magazine is now bi-monthly.
Talaki Newspaper has had a price rise for full page insertions
Please login to check the new details.
(July 27)
Japanese Cultural Event
Please see the Japanese Community page for details on 2 film evenings being hosted by the Japanese Embassy in New Zealand.
(July 25) Auckland Businesses Failing to Maximise Economic Potential of Chinese Community
Help your clients bridge the gap. See this article by Lincoln Tan and utilise Eminz to help you "close the gap".
(July 17)
New Media Co-Ordinator.
Nandini Chugh has joined the staff of Eminz as the Media Co-ordinator. Nandini makes sure that bookings are made, artwork is where it needs to be and when it needs to be there. If you need any help, Nandini is your first point of contact. Please contact her if you need any help.
(6 July, 2009)
International Student Numbers Up
A recent article by Lincoln Tan of the New Zealand Herald points to an upswing in the International Education sector. Please see the full article here.
(July 3)
Information Updates. New Downloads Section Added.
We have added a new "Downloads Page" that contains a range of useful documents - general information, projects, special features. We will be adding to and updating this information from time to time. Please log in to access this page.
(18 May, 2009)
Events Calendar now On-Line.
Click here to view or use the "Events" link above.
Contact us if you think there is an event or date that needds adding.
Event Sponsorships Available.
Miss Tonga New Zealand 2009 Beauty Pageant.
Miss Chinese New Zealand 2009 Beauty Pageant.
Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival. (Lantern Festival).
Indian Newslink Fast Find Business Directory 2009. (Closed June)
Please see our Sponsorship Opportunities page for further inforamtion.
Pacifica 2009 This event was held on 14 March and was attended by many people from the pacific Island Communities, as well as many others.
    Please click here for a 2 minute video of the event.
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