New Family Violence Law takes effect
Strangulation or suffocation, coerced marriage or civil union, and assault on a family member were introduced as amendments to the Family Violence Act 2018.
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Office of Ethnic Communities civic participation project
On Friday 7 December 2018, the Office of Ethnic Communities concluded the face to face consultations for our civic participation project.
Cherry Blossom Festival and Art Salon held in Auckland
Auckland’s Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple held its annual two day Cherry Blossom festival on 24 and 25 November 2018.
Visa processing moves online
Immigration New Zealand Auckland Central Visa Services counter services at 280 Queen Street are closing permanently 4 pm on Friday 21 December 2018.
The 4th Halal Tourism and Hospitality Symposium
Over 100 people attended the Halal Tourism and Hospitality Symposium from various fields including academia, tourism and public service.
Auckland Regional Migrant Services (ARMS) Rebranding
The event was an opportunity for ARMS to showcase some of their 2018 highlights, share their new name, and their strategy going forward.
Japan Festival celebrates Wellington and Sakai's sister city relationship
The sixth Japan Festival Wellington held 24 November 2018 had something for everyone – food, performances, art, workshops, poetry, and activities for kids.
'Double Bond' between Hungary and New Zealand
The Embassy of Hungary hosted an exhibition of art, titled ‘Double Bond’, by New Zealand-Hungarian artists.
Getting to know Anita Balakrishnan
We welcomed our new Director, Anita Balakrishnan, to the Office of Ethnic Communities on 3 December 2018.
Volunteers build resilient communities
International Volunteer Day takes place each year on 5 December.