Puketapapa local board launches it Business Voice to help support the local businesses Tuesday, July 6, 2021 Paridhi Bakshi
In a first for the Puketapapa local board in Mt Roskill area, a new Business Association - with a vision to promote strong economic outcomes supporting local businesses - was launched on Sunday, July 4, at Fickling Convention Centre.
The event witnessed presence of dignitaries including Mayor of Auckland, Phil Goff, Minister of Transport and Local MP for Mt Roskill Michael Wood, former National Party MP, Kanwaljit Bakshi, and Chairperson of Puketapapa Local board, Julie Fairey, who came together in support of the association.
India-Day celebration marks beginning of centenary celebrations of Auckland Indian Association Wednesday, February 17, 2021 Rizwan Mohammad
India Day celebrations held on Saturday, February 13, at Mahatma Gandhi Centre in Auckland marked the beginning of centenary celebrations of Auckland Indian Association – arguably one of the oldest Indian community organisations in New Zealand.
The event which was hosted by Auckland Indian Association in partnership with the Indian High Commission and in close collaboration with other Auckland Indian Diaspora organisations witnessed enthusiastic participation from hundreds of community members.
The star-studded celebrations saw several cultural performances such as music, dance, and speeches by dignitaries on the Association s work in the community and followed by dinner for invited guests.