The Asian Network Inc. - TANI

02/02/2026

Starting next Week. Don't miss out!
Scan the QR code or click the link to register https://forms.office.com/r/hnV57a3i8E

🌟 Exciting News! Our Rise and Shine Programme is Back! 🌟

This first batch of workshops is happening in Central Auckland – don’t miss your chance to join! 🎉

Register now to:
✅ Improve your English
✅ Learn about women’s health
✅ Gain insights into the NZ job market
… and much more!

💥 Bonus: Enjoy 50% off driving lessons when you complete the programme!

Spots are limited – register today! ✨
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/hnV57a3i8E

01/02/2026

🎉 2026 Year of the Horse: Chinese New Year Festival & Market Day 🐎

Join ACCC & NZ Chinese TV Channel 33 for Auckland’s signature Lunar New Year celebration!

📅 When: Saturday, 14 Feb 2026 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Auckland Showgrounds
🌟 Highlights:

Lion Dance Spectacular 🦁
Live music & dance 🎶
Marketplace with crafts & treats 🛍️
Family-friendly cultural activities 🎨

Visit our stall! Bring your family & friends and celebrate the Year of the Horse!

🔗 More info: chinesenewyear.nz

29/01/2026

📢 Calling Asian Women & Support Professionals in New Zealand!

The University of Auckland is conducting research and wants to hear from:

1️⃣ Women who:

Self-identify as Asian

Have lived in NZ for 6 months or more

Can communicate in Chinese and basic English
✅ Check your eligibility: Scan the QR code in the poster.

2️⃣ Professionals who:

Support Asian migrants

Can share insights on real-world challenges and effective strategies

Your input will help shape more caring and sustainable support approaches.

29/01/2026

UPDATE: The meeting venue has changed from Western Springs Garden Community Hall to Pearce Street Hall Onehunga. If you’ve already registered your attendance, one of our team members will be reaching out to you soon to re-confirm your registration.

The meeting will still run from 10am - 12pm. Please arrive at the venue from 9.30am to allow enough time for registration.

For catering purposes and venue setup, please RSVP by completing the registration form: https://forms.office.com/r/PhGMgnyEKb

Parking Information:

There are several options available for parking:
• Pearce Street Hall Carpark (alongside and behind the Pearce Street Hall building)
• Lower Municipal Place (between Church Street and Pearce Street, behind the Onehunga Library and Community Centre)
• Gerrard Beeson Place (between Arthur Street and Church Street, near Woolworths) – Please pay attention to the signages as some of the parking spots have time limits.
• Waller Street Carpark
• Church Street

We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Thank you for your understanding and support.

28/01/2026

We warmly invite you to our upcoming TANI Regional Network Meeting 🤝 on Wednesday, 25th February 📅 at Western Springs Garden Community Hall 📍 (956 Great North Road, Western Springs).

The hui will run from 10:00am to 12:00pm ⏰. We kindly request that you arrive by 9:30am to allow enough time for registration 📝.

You can find further details and the meeting’s programme on the flyer 📄👀.

🥗🥘 For catering purposes and venue setup, please RSVP by completing the registration form: https://forms.office.com/r/PhGMgnyEKb

We encourage you to bring your promotional resources and business cards for your networking. 📇

Free parking is available outside the main hall. 🚗

We look forward to seeing you there! 👋

25/01/2026

Summer Vibes 2026 ☀️🎶
📅 Friday 6 February | ⏰ 10am–5pm
📍 Eventfinda Stadium, Auckland
🎟️ Free – all welcome

Summer Vibes is an all-weather indoor festival for whānau of all ages, bringing together live music, gaming, culture, food and community.

With a strong focus on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the event invites Māori, non-Māori and migrant communities to connect through performances, storytelling and interactive learning spaces.

Highlights include:
• SingNation Aotearoa 2026 – $1,000 cash + PS5 (judged by KINGS)
• TOA Gaming Tournament – PS5 prize
• Kapa haka & cultural performances
• Kids’ Zone, food stalls & community vendors
• Live weaving, carving, mirimiri & arts displays

23/01/2026

🌟 Exciting News! Our Rise and Shine Programme is Back! 🌟

This first batch of workshops is happening in Central Auckland – don’t miss your chance to join! 🎉

Register now to:
✅ Improve your English
✅ Learn about women’s health
✅ Gain insights into the NZ job market
… and much more!

💥 Bonus: Enjoy 50% off driving lessons when you complete the programme!

Spots are limited – register today! ✨
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/hnV57a3i8E

21/01/2026

Join us for TANI’s first Online Health Support Korero for Chinese community! 💻🤝

Discover how to enjoy the foods you love while looking after your health. 🥗🩺 Get practical tips and join an interactive discussion with our community. 😃

Find more details about the discussion on the flyer.

Join Zoom Meeting:
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9269009635?omn=85610627044
Meeting ID: 926 900 9635

We look forward to seeing you there! 😃

20/01/2026

Weather Warning Alert! ⚠️
Strong Wind Watch - Yellow until 10pm Today (Wednesday, 21 January)
See below for more details.
For regular updates, follow Auckland Emergency Management and MetService New Zealand for forecasts.

Strong Wind Watch - Yellow

Kia ora Auckland, MetService New Zealand has issued a Strong Wind Watch for Auckland, including Great Barrier Island.

🕒 From 8am Wednesday 21 January to 10pm Wednesday 21 January (14 hours).

Easterly winds may approach severe gales in exposed places.

Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.

Follow MetService New Zealand for the latest weather updates https://www.metservice.com/

Bring inside or tie down anything that can be broken or picked up by strong winds, such as outdoor furniture.

Remove any debris or loose items from around your property.

Report fallen trees on public property on Auckland Council Report a Problem tool: https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/report-problem/Pages/report-a-problem.aspx

If your life or property is at risk, phone 111.

14/01/2026

Help Shape a New e-CALD Learning Module for Migrant Communities

We are looking to recruit participants to help shape the content of e-CALD's learning module that focuses on migrant communities.

Eligibility criteria:

• People of Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American, and African background who access health services in New Zealand. You need to be of migrant background (i.e. not in New Zealand on a refugee category pathway).
• Family members of those who access health services regularly.
• Health practitioners that work with migrant populations of Asian and MELAA background. These practitioners can be of migrant background themselves.

Interpreters will be provided if required. All participants will receive a $50 gift voucher as koha.

Click the link to register: https://forms.office.com/r/0TBFggp067 or scan the QR code.

28/12/2025

TANI and the Devonport–Takapuna Local Board are excited to invite expressions of interest for new members to join the Devonport–Takapuna Ethnic Leaders Circle.
If you live or work in the Devonport–Takapuna Local Board area and are passionate about supporting and advocating for ethnic communities, we would love to hear from you.

To be considered for the Ethnic Leaders Circle (ELC), please complete the Expectations of Interest form by clicking the link here: https://forms.office.com/r/MH2m2L0yAN

More information about the Ethnic Leaders Circle and the Devonport–Takapuna Ethnic Communities Plan can be found in the flyer below aor your reference.

We look forward to hearing from you.

22/12/2025

TANI Team is excited to share that the Chinese version of our Summer Newsletter is now available on our website! 😃📰

Link to the Chinese Newsletter 👉 https://www.asiannetwork.org.nz/news/newsletters/chinese/
We encourage you to share with your friends, whānau, and your community networks.

🗣 Your feedback is welcome. Send your feedback to: info@asiannetwork.org.nz.

Thank you to our dedicated staff and volunteers for your support in translating the articles so we can provide important information to our communities.🙏