From the desk of managing editor, Giri Gupta: 27 March 2015
Three cheers for the Black Caps!! What a nail biting finish against the strong South African Team. I was at the match and it was heartening to see scores of Indians who were there, cheering for our adopted country. Of course, when De Villiers broke down in the end – everyone’s heart went out to him. The South Africans put up a strong fight and had the rain not cut the play to 43 overs the SA Team could have hoped for more.
In any case, the Kiwis are in the finals now and while I write this, I wonder who they will clash with in the finals. I realize by the time this will get to the readers that will not be a question anymore. Needless to say, we support our men in blue.
Race Relations Day was celebrated across the Country on 21st March. Their Excellencies, Sir Jerry and Lady Janine Mateparae, opened Government House to celebrate Race Relations Day 2015. For a Nationhood to Neighbourhood Garden Party. Young Kiwis from refugee and migrant communities took part, performing and speaking at Government House in Auckland.
“New Zealand’s one of the most ethnically diverse nations on earth and also one of the most peaceful,” said Race Relations Commissioner Dame Susan Devoy.
Diversity shouldn’t be seen as a difficulty: diversity is an opportunity. Our differences make New Zealand stronger. Diversity, difference and thinking outside the square are the key drivers of an innovative society.
“At its heart, race relations is about people, about treating other people with mana and respect. Investing in diversity won’t just be found in a balance sheet or bank account but in our communities, our schools, our offces,” said Dame Susan.
While there is much to be done in the area of Race Relations in New Zealand, it is heartening to see the growing confidence and success within the Indian Community.
Talking of the Indian community, there is no one who celebrates the people of the community like Indian Weekender. We are completely committed to the cause of the people and hence the most important time in the year for us is the time when we celebrate our people at the Kiwi-Indian Hall of fame honours.
While the nominations have begun to come in for all our three honours – the Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame, the Kiwi Indian Young Achiever of the year and the Kiwi Indian Unsung Hero of the year, it is important that you keep them coming to ensure that the jury takes note of your favourite nominee. The nomination forms are available online at www.iwk.co.nz
I am going to keep my fingers and toes crossed for the Indian team. And in the words of Prime Minister John Key – “Go hard! Go Strong!” Go the men in Blue!
-Giri Gupta
Three cheers for the Black Caps!! What a nail biting finish against the strong South African Team. I was at the match and it was heartening to see scores of Indians who were there, cheering for our adopted country. Of course, when De Villiers broke down in the end – everyone’s heart went out to...
Three cheers for the Black Caps!! What a nail biting finish against the strong South African Team. I was at the match and it was heartening to see scores of Indians who were there, cheering for our adopted country. Of course, when De Villiers broke down in the end – everyone’s heart went out to him. The South Africans put up a strong fight and had the rain not cut the play to 43 overs the SA Team could have hoped for more.
In any case, the Kiwis are in the finals now and while I write this, I wonder who they will clash with in the finals. I realize by the time this will get to the readers that will not be a question anymore. Needless to say, we support our men in blue.
Race Relations Day was celebrated across the Country on 21st March. Their Excellencies, Sir Jerry and Lady Janine Mateparae, opened Government House to celebrate Race Relations Day 2015. For a Nationhood to Neighbourhood Garden Party. Young Kiwis from refugee and migrant communities took part, performing and speaking at Government House in Auckland.
“New Zealand’s one of the most ethnically diverse nations on earth and also one of the most peaceful,” said Race Relations Commissioner Dame Susan Devoy.
Diversity shouldn’t be seen as a difficulty: diversity is an opportunity. Our differences make New Zealand stronger. Diversity, difference and thinking outside the square are the key drivers of an innovative society.
“At its heart, race relations is about people, about treating other people with mana and respect. Investing in diversity won’t just be found in a balance sheet or bank account but in our communities, our schools, our offces,” said Dame Susan.
While there is much to be done in the area of Race Relations in New Zealand, it is heartening to see the growing confidence and success within the Indian Community.
Talking of the Indian community, there is no one who celebrates the people of the community like Indian Weekender. We are completely committed to the cause of the people and hence the most important time in the year for us is the time when we celebrate our people at the Kiwi-Indian Hall of fame honours.
While the nominations have begun to come in for all our three honours – the Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame, the Kiwi Indian Young Achiever of the year and the Kiwi Indian Unsung Hero of the year, it is important that you keep them coming to ensure that the jury takes note of your favourite nominee. The nomination forms are available online at www.iwk.co.nz
I am going to keep my fingers and toes crossed for the Indian team. And in the words of Prime Minister John Key – “Go hard! Go Strong!” Go the men in Blue!
-Giri Gupta
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