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The Indian Weekender is NZ's first weekly news-magazine, bringing you the latest updates and in-depth coverage

Indian Weekender is a colourful and engaging tabloid-sized weekly news-magazine, distributed free through select and outlets frequented by Kiwi-Indians across the Auckland metropolitan area as well as Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton, Palmerston North, Hastings, Invercargill and growing number of centres around the country.

03/09/2024

The Hindu Council of New Zealand, in partnership with the New Zealand Police, is hosting a special Police Recruitment Seminar in Rotorua, aimed at educating the Indian community and the public about career opportunities within the NZ Police

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02/09/2024

The Government is almost tripling the fee charged to most international tourists - increasing it to $100 from October - up from $35 now.

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02/09/2024

Opinion: “I am grateful for all the bliss this country has showered on me ever since I moved here this year – truly, hand on heart. But what good is a home where my family is not welcome?” Urjita Bhardwaj writes in this opinion piece.

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02/09/2024

The General Practice Owners Association (GenPro), which carried out the survey, said primary care was "in crisis", squeezed by rising costs, high patient demand and staff shortages.

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02/09/2024

To ensure smooth travel plans, INZ is urging prospective travellers to submit their visa applications as early as possible

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02/09/2024

The boy's mother, who has asked to just be known as Nandita, said the family was under huge stress because they had been working under the Accredited Employment Work Scheme, but left their jobs two months ago because she claims they were being exploited.

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01/09/2024

Three people were taken to hospital - the boy, and two adults who were moderately and seriously injured.

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01/09/2024

"New Zealand must not only address the immediate economic factors driving people away but also reimagine its long-term strategy for retaining talent and ensuring sustainable growth," Columnist Dev Nadkarni writes in this piece

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01/09/2024

What do you think about the government's Math and Literacy curriculum plans? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below

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30/08/2024

More than three-quarters of police proceedings for ram raids over the past five years have been commenced against offenders younger than 18 years old

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30/08/2024

Australia has announced plans to limit its intake of international students to 270,000 in 2025, as the country grapples with record migration levels that have driven up rental prices nationwide

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30/08/2024

What does New Zealand's largest Asian supermarket in Auckland look like?

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29/08/2024

The police are calling for people from all ethnic backgrounds to join their workforce at a launch of their refreshed ethnic and Pasifika strategies.

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29/08/2024

The national carrier had seen many passengers travelling to Singapore and then taking other airlines to India and it would like to explore more routes when it can.

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29/08/2024

Given his skills as a chef, Dhamijaa cannot work with his current employer for at least 18 months till his fingers regain mobility.

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29/08/2024

New Zealand has a reputation for a welcoming environment and excellent education, making it an ideal destination for international students

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29/08/2024

Currently a sous chef at Michael Meredith’s acclaimed restaurant Mr. Morris, Chetan has been in the industry for eight years, and jumped at the chance to showcase his skills at this year’s competition.

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29/08/2024

Auckland Council has unanimously voted for off-licenses to stop selling alcohol after 9pm, setting a date for the changes.

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29/08/2024

Shree Humanma Mandir recently celebrated Krishna Janmashtami with a grand seven-day festival, drawing devotees from across the community to honour the birth of Lord Krishna. The event, filled with rituals, cultural performances, and devotional activities, showcased the vibrant spirit of the Hindu festival.

The celebrations were followed by the much-anticipated Bageshwar Mahapuran Katha, a spiritual discourse by Pundit Tejas Joshi. This sacred storytelling session, held on the 26th of August, attracted a large gathering as Pundit Joshi recounted ancient tales, imparting wisdom and moral lessons rooted in Hindu scriptures.

29/08/2024

Drivers who wrongly park in areas reserved for disabled people will soon face a 400 percent hike in penalty fees in what the government calls a crackdown on "selfish behaviour".

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29/08/2024

Researchers are encouraging more people to be what they call "active bystanders" to help women and vulnerable groups feel safe taking public transport.

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29/08/2024

Once celebrated as a Robinhood figure by some and viewed as a gangster by others, the lead's legacy in Punjab is deeply divided. Today, Garry, a devoted follower of Gandhi, experiences a life-altering shift when he uncovers the whole truth about the past, leading to his profound personal transformation.

28/08/2024

The five were accused of misusing an online platform to get money through the reimbursement process.

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28/08/2024

Police remain at the scene, with cordons currently in place at the intersections of Walters Road with Arion and Great South Roads.

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28/08/2024

A group of young women are fighting to get the money owed by their former landlord after living in a house with black mould, mushrooms and windowless bedrooms.

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28/08/2024

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Opinion: What will Immigration Minister Erica Stanford MP do about work visa delays?
Read this week's opinion piece by Managing editor Ravi Bajpai

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28/08/2024

A train and truck crash in Statford has left the truck driver seriously injured.

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28/08/2024

The task force will consider regulation to help independent companies to compete

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28/08/2024

The Auckland Sri Ganesh Temple is gearing up for a grand celebration of Ganesha Chaturthi 2024, one of the most important Hindu festivals, which honours the birth of Lord Ganesha

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Labour leader wishes Indian Independence day

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President Of India at Indian Community Reception in Auckland, New Zealand

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President Murmu receives Maori welcome in New Zealand

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Our journey began in 2009 as a fortnightly news-magazine. Now we are a weekly newspaper catering to the people of Indian-subcontinent living in New Zealand. You can find us at all leading Indian grocery stores and religious places frequently visited by Kiwi-Indians across Auckland as well as Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton, Palmerston North, Hastings, Invercargill. The Indian Weekender is distributed free and is also available online on www.iwk.co.nz. We are always striving to bring you the news that matter to you. Our strong Facebook family helps us reach most of the Indians in New Zealand. Feel free to share it further with your friends so that they are also up to date with what’s happening around them.