The Migrant Times Issue 18 is available online - March 8 - March 21, 2017
* Willing to take the leadership in preventing co-ethnic exploitation of migrants: Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi, National List MP
* Immigration is needed in New Zealand but we need to optimise it: James Shaw, co-leader, Green Party
* It’d be nice to have a cross party agreement to not use the race card in the upcoming elections: Dame Susan Devoy, Race Relations Commissioner
* Name and shame those who are engaged in exploiting recent immigrants from India, appeals Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi
* Festival of colour: Holi
* 'We want our four-month-old daughter back and some time to look for other options', says Indian couple whose child was removed by Child, Youth and Family on February 20
* Why volunteering will make your life better
* Migrant exploitation: Clampdown on rogue employers, as Woodhouse announces new measures
* The $6 million Community Resilience Partnership Fund launched, targeted at Canterbury’s wellbeing
* Community radio: Namaste Nepal - a greeting from Nepal
* Christchurch Hare Krishna Centre's Revival
* Christchurch Labour MP's and candidates meet with Canterbury Refugee Council
* Multiculturalism: Festival of Nations
* Canterbury Business Association launches a free migrant employment and legal advisory service
* Market: Latino summer celebrations
* Cinema: Japanese film festival at St Margaret’s College between 15-17 March
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.2% Yes
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46.8% No
‘Tis the season to not get scammed ...
As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
🔒 “A good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the seller’s Facebook profile was created. If it’s very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.”
🔒 Another important step is to make sure the seller’s profile name and bank account name match up. “We’re seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - that’s a huge red flag."
🔒 “When you’re selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
🔒 “Quite frankly, it’s best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
🔒 "If you’re buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if it’s stolen or if there’s money owed on it.”
A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105
Turn Wallpaper Scraps into Beautiful Blossoms
These blossoms made from Resene wallpaper left over after decorating will mean your décor will be blooming gorgeous, no matter the season. Find out how to create your own wallpaper flowers with these easy step by step instructions.
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