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3313 days ago

The Migrant Times, Issue 13, November 30 - December 13 , 2016

Kevin Park from Canterbury Migrants Centre

Kia Ora Everyone

The end of the year approaches, we would like to say big "Thank you!" for your support. Our last edition of this year will be on the 14th December 2016 and will see you in the first edition to be published on the 11th January 2017.
Happy reading!
Your feedback would be appreciated.

Ethnic Communities and Immigration ministers open up on issues

* In conversation with Immigration Minister, Michael Woodhouse
* In conversation with Minister for Ethnic Communities, Peseta Sam Lotu-liga
* Gender: Promote respectful relationships: Amy Adams, Justice Minister
End violence against women
* Fono: 'It's our families, our people, our responsibility'
* Festival: Celebrate Bishopdale!
* Expo: Migrant business is very important to us - Eric Chuah, Head of Migrant Banking at ANZ, NZ
* Driving: New safety campaign to focus on visiting drivers
* Learnings: Christchurch Migrant Inter-Agency Group

* Street-wear: A first-generation Kiwi launches Mallu

If you have any inquiries, please contact Kevin Park, email kevin@cmctrust.org.nz.

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3 days ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
    10.5% Complete
  • 19.7% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    19.7% Complete
  • 69.7% Nah - not for me
    69.7% Complete
770 votes
15 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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13 days ago

Poll: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.

We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?

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Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
  • 43.6% Yes
    43.6% Complete
  • 56.4% No
    56.4% Complete
101 votes