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New Zealand

White Island eruption - five dead, eight people unaccounted for

Casualties have been moved to hospitals around the country for specialist care. Thirty-one patients are currently being treated at seven hospitals.

New Zealand

Police confirm fewer than 50 people on White Island now, no fly zone established

Some of those people have been transported to shore, however, a number believed to be on the island are currently unaccounted for. Of those transported to shore, at least one has been critically injured.

New Zealand

Volcanic eruption on White Island, up to 20 people injured; 5 helicopters dispatched

An eruption has occurred on Whakaari / White Island in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, sending a huge plume of smoke and ash into the sky.

New Zealand

Facebook Groups can apply for funds to bring together members offline

The greatest benefit from Group participation, nominated by 42% of respondents, is gaining valuable information about a topic including about a member’s neighbourhood and community. Respondents identified the top three interests that their Groups organise

New Zealand

New community sports club in Flat Bush aims to draw young aspiring cricketers

Flat Bush Cricket Club started in October earlier this year under the umbrella of Auckland Cricket and so far has enrolled 60 children in the age category of five and 11.

New Zealand

Tamil community of Dunedin host two events concluding Diwali season

The first event ‘Dunedin Tamil Society- Dunedin Deepavali ’ was held at Union Hall of the University of Otago that was primarily attended by families who came to the event dressed in ethnic and traditional Indian wears for Diwali themed celebrations.

New Zealand

Chetna Balvant , the pride of PBRS

One of the students who has worked hard to bring glory to the institute as well as adding a star to her CV is Chetna Balvant studying Hospitality and Culinary at the institute.

New Zealand

Third Kiwi Punjabi Awards held in Auckland

The Kiwi Punjabi Awards 2019 was held in Auckland on Saturday, November 23 recognised five Kiwi Punjabis in New Zealand for their contributions in different fields and sectors of the community.

New Zealand

Six-year-old Fiji Indian girl’s passion for Ballet earns big award

Kashika Lal had a thrill for dancing for the very age of four and has been pursuing her passion for the last two years that earned her a ‘Class Award’ from Royal Academy of Dance in Auckland.

New Zealand

South Asian Community Leaders Group NZ meets with Immigration Minister

The community leaders had briefed the Ministers on the financial, social and cultural costs suffered by the migrant community due to Immigration New Zealand’s actions and policies.