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The second annual fundraising dinner
and auction held on September 16, 2016
at Waipuna Highbrook was a highly
successful event. A report with two
pictures appear on Page 3.
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Businessman faces
indecent assault charges
Bevan Hurley
A
prominent businessman has
been charged with indecently
assaulting two female employees.
The man, 71, is alleged to have
inappropriately touched two women,
a married sales executive and a single
mother, while he was shareholder and
director of a media company.
Police said on Monday (September 26,
2016) that a man had been charged with
two counts of indecent assault.
The man denied any knowledge of
the allegations when approached at the
weekend.
He referred media inquiries to his
lawyer Aaron Kashyap.
Kashyap confirmed he was representing
the man in relation to the charges,
but declined to comment further.
Vulnerable situation
Both women allege the grandfather,
promised to help them with their careers
if they “come close to him.”
In an interview with Stuff, one woman
broke down into tears as she described
how the man had allegedly encouraged
her to enter into a relationship with him.
“He abused our trust and took
advantage of us when we were in a very
vulnerable situation,” said the woman.
The women arrived in New Zealand
on student visas, before gaining working
visas and finding employment at the
media company.
One of the women had their work visa
sponsored through the company.
They say they looked at the man as a
father figure, and he would refer to them
as his daughters.
The man has since quit his position at
the company.
The complaints relate to two incidents
that occurred in 2015.
The women allege he got them to get
into his car under false presence, and
the alleged assaults occurred while they
were driving around greater Auckland.
Appeal to Human Rights
Last month, after gaining residency,
the women laid a complaint with the
Human Rights Commission. The HRC
refused to comment, but the women said
the matter was referred to police.
On Tuesday afternoon, police issued a
statement to say a 71-year-old man had
been charged.
The above story appeared in the
Stuff Website on September 26, 2016
and has been reproduced here with
the approval of the publication.
Sanjesh Narayan of Radio Tarana
told us that the businessman appeared
before the Auckland District Court on
Thursday, September 29, 2016. He was
granted name suppression and bail.
He will appear at the Court again on
Wednesday, December 7, 2016.
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Politicians ignore death of young Indian
But community rallies support to family
Venkat Raman
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None of the three
parliamentarians
of Indian origin has
bothered to express
even words of solace over the
death of a young Indian last
weekend but communities
across the country have
expressed their solidarity.
Foremost among them were
Indian High Commissioner
Sanjiv Kohli and Head of
Chancery at the High Commission
Sandeep Sood.
As a prominent community
worker said, “It happens all
the time. Our politicians do
not consider people from
South India as their responsibility.
We have to, and will
help ourselves.”
Twenty-five-year-old Pavin
Pramoth died in a traffic
accident around 415 pm on
Saturday, September 24, 2016
as his car crashed into an
electricity pole on Ketemarae
Road, Hawera in South
Taranaki.
Pavin was the sole occupant
of the car at the time of the
deadly accident.
The Police notified two of
his close friends, including
Jegan Ramar, who contacted
Pavin Pramoth
us for help and assistance.
Instant help from above
We contacted Mr Sood and
soon thereafter Mr Kohli.
Their support was not
only instantaneous but also
moving.
Mr Sood said that the
High Commission would do
everything possible for the
repatriation of the body of
the deceased to his parents in
Theni, a small town near Madurai
in Tamil Nadu and offer
financial help. Shortly thereafter,
Mr Kohli contacted us to
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Indians build bridges of goodwill, friendship
Venkat Raman
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OCTOBER 1, 2016
The Indian Diaspora has
a unique advantage of
linking two cultures and
function as ambassadors
of goodwill and understanding,
a senior Indian politician has
said.
“New Zealand and India are
two countries that are linked by
common destiny, common bond
and common penchant for democratic
traditions. We should
engage in discussions that
strengthen our bond and common
good. We must promote
mutual interests and objectives,”
she said, speaking at an
event organised by the Indian
Culture Centre in Wellington.
“India’s engagement with the
world is not limited to exports
and imports. We have strong
ties with friendly nations and
cooperate with them in every
field,” she said.
Distinguished Visitors
Ms Mahajan, a senior politician
from Indore, Madhya
Pradesh, is the second woman
speaker of Lok Sabha, elected to
the office following the election
of the Bharatiya Janata Party
(BJP) to power in the general
elections held in May 2014.
She was leading a delegation
of five cross-party MPs and 12
Parliamentary Affairs officials
from India to New Zealand on
the invitation of Speaker David
Winston Peters with Sumitra Mahajan and Mahesh Bindra at the Dinner Reception on
September 18
Carter. Earlier, on September
18, speaking at a dinner hosted
by New Zealand First MP
Mahesh Bindra at the Langham
Hotel, she said that India has
never been an aggressor with
territorial ambitions over other
countries.
“We are a country of
peace-loving people. We have
never invaded any country. We
have always promoted goodwill
and harmony. As such, we
identify the Indian Diaspora
as Indians and then as Kiwi
Indians. They live and represent
the Indian fraternity in New
Zealand,” she said.
Greater Cooperation
New Zealand First Leader
Winston Peters called for
great cooperation among
Commonwealth countries in
general and New Zealand and
India in particular.
“The combined Gross
Domestic Product of
Commonwealth countries is
predicted to hit US$14 trillion
by 2020.
“We already have a model
for what could happen
with our Closer Economic
Relations with Australia. We
believe that we should now
have ‘Closer Commonwealth
Economic Relations’ and CCER
is about Free Trade. It could
be the means to bring in other
Commonwealth States, alongside
your country, which is an
emerging economic giant.
It could make the
Commonwealth an economic
colossus,” he said.
Community honours
New Zealand India Central
Association (NZICA) and
Auckland Indian Association
(AIA) hosted a luncheon reception
at the Mahatma Gandhi
Center on September 18.
Paying tributes to the Indian
community, Ms Mahajan said,
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hosted by Mahesh Bindra at the Langham Hotel, Auckland
Sumitra Mahajan with (from left) Harshad Patel, Bhikhu Bhana, Sanjiv Kohli and AIA
President Parshotam Govind
“Together, we have to prosper;
we have to share our resources
and help each other grow, both
economically and culturally,”
she said.
She presented mementos to
a number of organisations promoting
Indian culture, language
and traditions.
Among the other speakers
were former NZICA and Current
Presidents Harshad Patel and
Bhikhu Bhana, Indian High
Commissioner Sanjiv Kohli
and AIA President Parshottam
Govind.

OCTOBER 1, 2016
“Make New Zealand Family Violence Free”
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Venkat Raman
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man in this room
should stand against family
violence and pledge to make
“Every
New Zealand a Family Violence
Free Zone,” Vic Tamati, a promoter of
‘It’s Not OK’ Campaign and Founder of ‘Safe
Man, Safe Families’ Project said, speaking at
the Gandhi Nivas Fundraising dinner held
on September 16, 2016.
“Your job is to make sure that you do that,
so that those who remain sitting (the women)
are forever, and ever, safe,” he said.
Tamati was the Guest Speaker at the second
annual dinner series held at Waipuna
Conference Centre, Highbrook.
Tamati has been doing talks around the
country since 2007, becoming involved
with ‘It’s Not OK’ campaign, after he was
approached by a film crew looking for
someone who had perpetrated family
violence and changed their lives to make an
advertisement for the campaign.
Violent past
He explained his family circumstances
and how he was beaten by his father, who
migrated from Samoa more than 65 years
ago.
He did the same to his wife and children,
until he realised one day “it was all wrong.”
He has since turned a new leaf, advocating
non-violence and asking men to do the
same. He has never let his anger get the
better of him.
His speech at Gandhi Nivas was punctuated
by humour and hard-hitting reality,
and an honest admission of a past that had
caused him, his family and the community
around him pain and grief.
Gandhi Nivas is a partnership between
Vic Tamati speaking at the event
Auckland-based medical provider
network Nirvana Health Group,
Counties Manukau Police and Sahaayta
Counselling and Social Support. The
partnership was established using
a Lotteries Commission grant and
receives on-going funding from Total
Healthcare PHO and other private
funders.
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The concept grew from discussions
between Counties Manukau Police
and their South Asian Police Advisory
Board (members of which are Ranjna
Patel, Venkat Raman, Ibrar Sheikh,
Moses Singh, Sohail Chaudary and
Manjula Walgampola), with the objective
of providing early intervention
and prevention services to people
identified at risk of committing domestic
violence to help them change their
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More than 150 businesswomen
met at the first
ever New Zealand India
Business Women’s
Conclave on Friday, September
23, 2016 at the Langham Hotel in
Auckland.
Among them were 42 entrepreneurs
of public and private undertakings
in India, representing the
Women’s wing of the Federation
of Indian Chambers of Commerce
& Industry (FICCI).
Their organisation, called,
FICCI Ladies Organisation (FICCI
FLO) has been a major source of
strength in a hitherto male-dominated
society.
Most men present at the event
took a step back as businesswomen
from both countries shared
their experience and knowledge
in managing their commercial or
non-commercial enterprises and
raising their families.
Career & Home
The audience, also comprising
businessmen and lawmakers,
heard how men, at least in some
families, have come to accept
their role as homemaker and
caregiving parent, while their
spouses or partners pursued
successful careers, raising the
standard of living of the entire
family.
Among them was Melanie Auld,
Global Marketing Manager of
Zespri International. She manages
a large, grower-owned company,
OCTOBER 1, 2016
Business Conclave brings forth the power of women
Venkat Raman
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Vinita Bimbhet (Centre) and others at the Women’s Conclave on September 23
while her husband is happy to stay
at home and look after their child.
Increasing the representation
of women in governance roles is
a challenge faced by almost all
countries of the world but New
Zealand and India now have an
opportunity to address that challenge
through concerted efforts.
On that note, the Conclave,
organised by India Trade Alliance
(ITA), with the support of a
number of local organisations,
can claim to have achieved the
purpose of creating primary
awareness of the need to raise the
profile of women in the corporate
world.
Visitors inspired
Vinita Bimbhet, who led the
delegation from India as FICCI
FLO President was inspired.
She said, “I can now see why Kiwi
women lead the world in many
sectors. I can see their energy,
innovative spirit and enthusiasm.”
Stating that New Zealand has
one of the least-regulated markets,
she said, “Fertile soil and excellent
growing conditions coupled with
sophisticated farming methods
and advanced agricultural
technology provide the ideal environment
for pastoral, forestry and
horticulture activities.”
A panel discussion, under the
theme, ‘Leadership, Innovation &
Entrepreneurship’ witnessed eight
women sharing their experience
in business and the journey that
they have travelled, meeting
physical, psychological, financial
and other odds.
Discussion Panel
Zeina Ali (who wrote her first
article titled, ‘Homogenisation of
the New Zealand Workforce,’ in
Indian Newslink, August 1, 2003
issue), Partner at SenateSHJ was
the Moderator. Her panelists included
Dame Wendy Pye (Wendy
Pye Publishing), Dr Michelle Dickinson
(OMG Tech), Jo Pennycuick
(ReDesign Group), Melanie Auld
The Panelists with Moderator Zeina Jalil
(Zespri) Jayanti Dalmia (Dalmia
Group), Kiran Gore (AquaAgri
Greentech), Ranjana Agarwal
(Vaish & Associates) and Namita
Gautam (Sheela Foam).
Dame Wendy cited education as
the only way to enable women to
manage new roles, while Dr Dickinson
encouraged the attendees to
not only think of gender equality
in terms of male and females but
also in terms for socio-economic
diversity.
Kiran Gore, who brought
Cable TV to Indian households,
described how, as a stay-home
mother, she was encouraged by
her husband to launch into this
business.
Work-Life Balance
Ms Pennycuick said that the
most difficult aspect of a working
mother was to balance home
and work with the support of the
partner at home and colleagues at
work place.
“The energy and expertise of
Auckland votes up but not high enough
Electors from across the region
can see how the vote tally is
rising – North, South, West,
East and Central - to swell the
show your love campaign
hearts on digital bill boards.
Between now and midday
on Saturday, October 8, 2016,
more than one million eligible
voters can cast their ballots to
determine the leadership of
Auckland for the next three
years.
Daily Counting
Auckland Council is keeping
a week-day tab on votes as
they are counted with the
latest tally showing a bump to
13.2 % up 2.4% from the same
time in 2013.
The hearts, which measure
the percentage of incoming
votes, sees the highest turnout
since voting opened on September
16, is in Central with
21.3% of votes returned from
Waiheke Island and 19.2%
from Great Barrier Island.
Next is in the North with
18.9% of Rodney-Warkworth
votes and just behind is
Rodney-Wellsford with 18.5%
of possible votes counted.
“We want people to show
they love where they live by
voting. Publishing the vote
count as it comes in shows
what parts of Auckland are
voting and we hope that will
be a reminder to get the ballot
in the mail now,” Auckland
Council’s Elections Planning
Manager Glyn Walters said.
Handy Map
There is a handy map with
the location of NZ post boxes
and ballot boxes in local libraries
and council service centres
on http://showyourlove.co.nz/
and there are also seven giant
heart ballot boxes at Orewa,
Takapuna, New Lynn, Britomart,
Manukau, Pakuranga
and Pukekohe.
If you are not on the
electoral roll, you can still vote
if you enrol by 4 pm on Friday,
October 7 and register for a
special vote.
Please call the Electoral
Office on 0800-92 822 for more
information.
Vote counting will continue
on a daily basis and be
available on the website from
2pm each day, up to Friday,
October 7.
A progress result will
be available from 2pm on
Saturday October 8 and the
final outcome confirmed on
Thursday, October 13, 2016.
each of these keynote speakers
and panelists has definitely helped
our delegates to develop deeper
insight in to the NZ India Market
and develop on the best practices
shared,” FICCI FLO Executive
Director Rashmi Sarita said.
Annu Sharma, Founder and
Chief Executive, ‘I Am Woman’
was the Master of Ceremonies.
Among the highlights of the
Conclave was a Memorandum
of Understanding (MoU) signed
between ITA and FICCI FLO to
build on the business networks
formed.
Movie trailer
A preview of ‘Stars in Her Eyes,’
directed by Athina Tsoulis was
shown at the Conclave.
Featuring local Kiwi Indian
stars, it is due for release in
November 2016.
The movie was shot in collaboration
with Unitec.

OCTOBER 1, 2016
Loveable City should
also be liveable
ELECTIONLINK
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Phil Goff
Voting papers would have now been
delivered to your house.
If you have not already voted,
please make an effort to do so.
It is really important.
Every one of us has an equal say in determining
who will represent us in the roles
of Mayor, Councillors and your Local Board
and District Health Board.
It is about the future of our city, the direction
towards which it should go and about
ensuring that we have the leadership we
need.
To me, the goals for Auckland are very
clear.
We need strong efforts and advocacy
to stop growing congestion gridlocking
Auckland. With 800 new cars on the road
each week in Auckland, congestion will get
worse unless we put in place an efficient
and convenient public transport system.
Unwanted position
With average house prices in Auckland
now over $1 million Auckland has the unwanted
position of being the fourth least affordable
city in the world.
Young home seekers cannot afford the
Kiwi dream of owning their own home.
Renters are struggling to cope with
rent rises well above the level of overall
inflation.
Homelessness is increasing. We have to
increase the supply of housing, with the
Auckland Council ensuring that there is
enough land zoned for building and that the
building consent process is efficient.
The government needs to help fund infrastructure
to service the growth and ensure
the building of more affordable and more
social housing.
Improving performance
We need our city to be New Zealand’s best
performing city.
That means an efficient Council that cuts
waste and duplication.
It means changing the culture of Council
so that it is transparent, responsive and
accountable.
We have to sustain a city that is inclusive
of and celebrates all cultures and faiths.
We should also be inclusive of all people
regardless of their incomes, making sure
that every child has a good start in life and
can achieve to his or her full potential.
The Mayor cannot do that alone. He or she
needs to work with the community to make
the city a better place.
We also need a fairer share of the revenue
that Government gains from growth
in Auckland through its tax system to help
meet the costs of providing for that growth.
Your vote can help provide a strong majority
for the incoming Mayor, demonstrating
to central Government that the Mayor
has the mandate and the authority from the
people of Auckland to act on their behalf.
Phil Goff is a candidate for Auckland
Mayoralty.
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OCTOBER 1, 2016
CMDHB must follow healthy policies
Narinder Singla
The New Zealand economy is stated
to be very healthy but are New
Zealanders healthy? How is the
Counties Manukau District Health
Board (CMDHB) for instance, responding
to the challenges of the times?
As a resident of the CMDHB catchment
area, I am concerned that the delivery
of healthcare is far from satisfactory.
Long, unexplained and inexcusable delays
occur in treating patients affected
by Cancer. There is a long wait list of patients
to receive proper treatment.
Diabetes, Obesity, cardiovascular diseases
are among the issues that are affecting
a large section of our resident
population.
Type II Diabetes is on the rise and
therefore requires urgent attention.
Our Asian communities are expected to
grow rapidly over the next 15 years.
Understanding issues
It is important that we understand and
address health issues that specifically affect
these communities.
Asian women have a higher rate of contracting
the virus that causes cervical
cancer and many do not understand the
link between the virus and the cancer.
Young Asian women are less likely to
participate in the new Cervical Cancer
Vaccination Programme.
Breast screening rates are low.
International research shows migrant
women tend to present with more advanced
breast cancers and are more likely
to have a mastectomy.
In particular, women in our Indian
communities have higher levels of cardiovascular
disease and are less likely to
take part in screening programmes for
breast and cervical cancers, as well as
lower rates accessing health services.
Patients should be at the centre of all
health services.
Better access needed
We want to ensure better access to
healthcare, which is why we are providing
more funding into frontline health.
I am a candidate for CMDHB and if
elected, I will work with the officials to
ensure appropriate utilisation of assets
to optimise benefits to the resident communities
and prepare a good Health Plan
that takes into account future needs.
The District Health Board should also
have strategic plans for early and effective
treatment of cancer patients. Delays
in treatment will not only be risk to the
health of people but also erode their faith
in the system.
Reducing waiting time
I will also work with the concerned to
try and improve the complement of doctors,
medical specialists, nurses and other
staff to reduce the waiting time in
hospitals.
Obesity is a major problem in New
Zealand and Counties Manukau District is
no exception. Our young men and women
should be encouraged to lead healthy,
active lives, following healthy food habits.
Education is the key to success.
As a member of CMDHB, I will initiate
good education programmes for our
young people at schools so that they become
aware of health issues early in life.
Narinder Singla is a candidate in the
ensuing Papatoetoe Local Board and
Counties Manukau District Health
Board elections.
If you do not vote, do not complain
Apurv Shukla
Elections to the City Councils are
underway.
Voting papers have gone out, and
the last day for returning the ballot
papers is by mid-day on October 8.
Local elections are held to choose mayors,
councillors, local board members and
district health boards members for city
councils in the country.
This electoral process presents a once
in a three-year opportunity for us to elect
people who will be running the municipal
governments in our towns and cities.
Councils play a big role in our daily
lives. They decide the rates and have a major
part to play in the housing and transport
sectors of the city. Water supplies,
parks and gardens, leisure centres and
sports fields are managed by the council.
Indian candidates
The local body elections this year will
also witness many candidates from the
Indian subcontinent and Fiji contest.
This increased presence in the local government
electoral process bears a direct
co-relation to the increasing population of
people identifying themselves as of Indian
origin.
Chances of success for these individuals
will depend on a combination of factors,
the most important of which will be
their ability to connect with the local ethnic
population.
People enjoying a profile in the community
and seen as diligent and conscientious
citizens will have an edge over the others.
Factors to consider
It is imperative that they get the people
in their areas to exercise their franchise.
Voters also have to use their discretion,
and not look favourably at candidates just
because of their ethnicity. Have they stood
by the community in times of need? Are
their political affiliations and thoughts
consistent over a period of time? Do we
genuinely believe in them for wanting to
be in the Councils for the right reasonsand
not merely using it as a spring board
for bigger things?
The deciding factor should be the vision
the candidate has for the area. Do their
ideas offer something new, achievable and
are fiscally prudent or not? Can we trust
them to be strong members of the council
and not mere pushovers?
Plaguing Issue
The biggest issue plaguing local body
elections in New Zealand is the dismal voter
turnout. The last elections in 2013 saw
a voter turnout of around 41% across the
country with Auckland recording a poor
34%. Even more disturbing is the fact that
this represented a 15% drop over the elections
in 2010.
Compare it to national elections where
the turnout is close to 80% and it presents
an even sadder state of affairs. Voter apathy
to the electoral process is disappointing,
and is akin to them shirking their civic
responsibility.
We are privileged to live in a democracy
which lets us have our say in how the affairs
of the country are run. It is our duty
to vote in these elections. Taking some
time to find out about the candidates, and
what they stand for, and matching them
with our concerns -will help us make informed
decisions on whom we vote for.
If we do not vote- we have no grounds to
complain when Councils do not meet our
expectations.

OCTOBER 1, 2016
How the election process works
Local elections will be held in September
and October 2016.
These elections are for city and
district councils, regional councils
and District Health Boards. The Electoral
Commission does not run these elections
but is responsible for getting as many
people as possible enrolled in time to vote.
You should be enrolled to vote in the 2016
Local Elections.
Local elections are held once every three
years. The local elections will be held by
postal vote in September and October this
year.
Everyone correctly enrolled by Friday,
August 12, 2016 will get their voting papers
for the 2016 local elections sent to them by
mail.
If you enroll after this date, you must
request special voting papers from your
local council electoral officer.
Candidates’ Campaigns
How do electors find information about
candidates?
Candidates will generally promote themselves
from the time their nominations
are confirmed until the end of the election
period. Often, they will use newspaper or
radio advertising, billboards and leaflets
delivered to mail boxes.
Some may use the internet - a new website.
Candidates will also attend public meetings
where they can present their views and
answer questions from electors. The local
news media will normally run stories about
candidates and their campaigns during the
elections.
Candidates may also provide a ‘candidate
profile statement’ to the electoral officer
with their nomination, which the electoral
officer has to include with the voting documents
posted to electors. This information
might also be on the local council’s website.
The System
Votes are processed, but not counted, as
they arrive. The announcement of the
preliminary results will depend on the
flow of the returned voting documents to
electoral officers.
Electoral officers have the discretion
to announce progress results (i.e. votes
counted to date), and some do so very
soon after midday on polling day (Saturday
October 8, 2016) for First-Past-the
Vote (FPP). This tends to happen more in
larger areas, where there are many votes
to count. The preliminary results (i.e. the
count of all ordinary votes, and validated
special votes) for smaller councils using
FPP might be available within a few hours
of the close of voting on polling day.
Under FPP, candidates’ vote tallies increase
progressively as more and more
votes are counted. It is possible to predict
whether the uncounted votes could alter
the outcome after a progress result, based
on the margins between the candidates
and how many votes there are left to
count.
However, the nature of ‘Single Transferable
Vote’ (STV) voting means that a
very few votes can alter the result of an
election by changing the order in which
candidates are excluded and their votes
transferred.
As a result, it is less clear how a relatively
small number of votes will affect
the final result under STV. This is why
progress results are generally not made
in STV elections.
Source: Electoral Commission, New
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EDUCATIONLINK
Youngsters expect changes to
Superannuation
A
majority of young New
Zealanders believe that
the country’s Superannuation
scheme will
undergo significant changes by
the time they retire.
This is the finding of a Survey
conducted by the Westpac Massey
Fin-Ed Centre.
The Survey had respondents
in the 21-26 age group, and was
an interim update to the Centre’s
20-year longitudinal study.
About 45% of the respondents
were of the view that the New
Zealand Superannuation Scheme
would not suffice when they
retire, while almost 85% of the
participants said that the age
of eligibility for the benefit will
increase by the time they retire.
About 63% of those surveyed
said that the benefit will be eventually
mean-tested.
Changing support
Report co-author Dr Claire
Matthews said that the Survey
provides evidence that younger
New Zealanders accept they will
not retire with the same level of
government support as today’s
retirees.
“The people who are most
opposed to the age of eligibility
increasing are those currently
retired or close to retirement. Yet,
younger people, who will be the
most affected, are already getting
the message that receiving New
Zealand Superannuation at age
65 is reasonably unlikely,” she
said.
The truth is it is not sustainable
for New Zealand Super to be
available at 65, she added.
“The government needs to
move sooner rather than later
because the longer they leave it,
the harder it is going to be. With
enough time, the age of eligibility
can be raised gradually, which
lessens the impact on everyone,”
Dr Matthews said.
KiwiSaver benefit
Westpac Head of Investments
and Insurance Suzanne Wolton
said that over 90% of Survey
participants had taken control of
their retirement plan by enrolling
in KiwiSaver.
“But less than 30% of those
people are contributing to KiwiSaver
at the higher rate of 8% and
hence there is a large proportion
of younger KiwiSaver investors
who may need to assess whether
they are putting enough money
for their retirement,” she said.
The Survey also found that
more than 43% of respondents
were dissatisfied with their
current financial status,
which had increased from
40% in 2014 and 30% in 2012.
While almost all participants
saw the value of
owning a home by the time
they retire, many appeared
overly optimistic about their
prospects, with 86% believing
that they will have a freehold
home by retirement,
significantly higher than the
current home ownership rate
of 64.8%
Significant gap
“That is quite a significant
gap between the expectation
and reality of freehold home
ownership. It also emphasises
the important role of
KiwiSaver in helping people
to realise their home ownership
ambitions with the availability
of the KiwiSaver first
home withdrawal option,” Ms
Wolton said.
Less than half the survey
respondents were on track
to achieve their retirement
goals but 62% felt ‘in control’
of their financial situation
and 73% felt good about their
money management skills.
Dr Matthews said that there
was a concern that some
young people are over-confident
about their money skills.
“To a large extent, they are
still relying on advice from
family and friends, although
there is a growing number
researching on the internet
as well, which you would expect.
Unfortunately, all these
sources of information can be
fantastic, but they can also be
pretty doubtful,” she said.
A
group of students from
the University of Auckland
won the acclaim of ‘Foundation
North,’ an Auckland
based organisation that helps communities
for its innovative idea of
enabling people to mussel beds in
the Hauraki Gulf and livestreaming
the beds to sponsors so they can
watch their mussels grow.
Another group of students received
accolades from the Yealands
Family Wines, which sought ideas
for sustainably disposing of the
3% of the posts that break in their
vineyards every year.
Fonterra invited sustainable
packaging ideas. Teach First New
Zealand invited ideas for building
their brand awareness to eligible
students.
Solve It Challenge
Twenty teams of students entered
the ‘Solve It Challenge,’ run by the
Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
of the University of
Auckland Business School.
They were divided into five teams
to tackle each problem.
The first and second placed winners
received respectively $5000 per
team and $3000 per team.
“Livestreams are an engaging
and popular way for people to stay
in touch with nature,” Tiger Chen, a
Bachelor of Commerce student, said.
Carbon-Negative Winery
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The winning team picked by Yealands Family
Family claimed that its idea could
make the vineyard, already a pioneer
in innovation and sustainability,
the first carbon-negative winery
in the world.
It involves converting broken
vineyard posts into a biofuel called
biochar through a process known as
pyrolysis. Biochar – charcoal from
agricultural waste - acts as a carbon
sink, removing carbon emissions,
as well as improving soil quality to
increase productivity.
Team member Ray Cai, who is
pursuing his Master’s degree in
Biomedical Engineering, said that
the students sought advice from
University of Auckland Professor
Ajit Sarmah who has extensive
experience in the field of turning
biomass into biofuel, and holds
related intellectual property.
“We hope to establish a smallscale
pyrolysis plant on Yealands,”
he said.
Fonterra chose as winners a proposal
to make 100% biodegradable
boxes lined with wool for transporting
dairy products.
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09
Remembering a
true friend at BNZ
Anthony Healy
The news that former chairman
John Waller had passed
away last week was received
with great sadness by
people at BNZ.
John will be known to many
Indian Newslink readers as a great
supporter of the local business community
who attended
the Indian Newslink
Indian Business
Awards every year.
John’s business
career was an outstanding
one. It was
characterised by the
exercise of a brilliant
mind, achievement
and influence, often
during the most challenging
of times.
John Waller served
the BNZ and NAB
board eight years.
He joined the bank’s
board in 2008, taking
up the role of chairman
later in that year.
Some observers might say John’s
timing was impeccable – with the
judgement to match. As an expert
in managing business insolvencies,
he arrived at the BNZ just as the
global financial crisis was taking
hold – bringing with it the prospect
of insolvency for the world’s financial
system as a whole.
John’s judgement and experience
guided our company through
the GFC and helped us to make the
right decisions for our customers.
He was rightly proud of the fact
that at the height of the crisis BNZ
lent more money to New Zealand businesses
than all of our competitors
combined.
Throughout his time at BNZ, John was
immensely generous with his time. He
mentored and influenced many people,
including two CEOs. He was a role model
to so many of us.
I enjoyed John’s unstinting support
from the time I was appointed CEO and
I know how much I benefitted from his
counsel and guidance on many issues.”
John Waller had many interests and
passions.
There was his family, of course, and
also his role as chair
of the Eden Park Trust
board during the 2011
Rugby World Cup.
Eden Park was the
stage for a memorable,
if nerve-wracking,
All Blacks triumph on
23 October 2011. I will
ll always remember
the emotion etched on
John’s face that night
as he cheered on his
team.
John’s battle with
prolonged ill-health
was faced with the
same fortitude and
courage he demonstrated
throughout his business career.
John Waller was a good man. The
many BNZ people he worked with and
influenced will miss him greatly, and
we extend our collective sympathies to
his wife, Jinny, and their family.
Rest in peace, John.
Anthony Healy is Chief Executive and
Managing Director of BNZ. Indian
Newslink extends its condolences to
the family of the late John Waller, his
former colleagues and all BNZ staff.
He was a great friend of
Indian Newslink and his loss
would be irreplaceable.
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Leaked documents stink of gross abuse
Mahendra Sukhdeo
One of the largest exposé
of leaked documents containing
graphic incident
reports of atrocities on
the asylum seekers in Nauru was
published by Australia’s Guardian
early this month (August, 2016). It
has made headlines globally.
More than 2000 reports of about
8000 pages provide a chilling
choreography of assaults, sexual
abuse, self-harm and mental
torture on the interns.
Although children represented
only 18% of the detainees, more
than 51% of the incidents appertained
to them.
These findings arise on the back
of a damning report by Channel
Nine’s ‘Four Corners Programme’
that scripted the brutality meted
to aboriginal juvenile detainees in
Northern Territory.
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull
had no option but to announce
a Royal Commission to enquire
into these allegations, but confined
it to the Northern Territory whereas
there were equally credible
reports of abuse in other parts of
the country.
The Nauru Files
The staff incident reports, cumulatively
called the ‘Nauru Files’
comprise a cohort of banality such
as death threats, sexual favours,
physical exposures, snapping of
voyeuristic pictures, self-harm and
assaults.
They profile the indignation,
desperation, molestation and
exploitation suffered by the
defenceless detainees.
The inhuman living conditions
would appear to be identical with
the detainees at Manus Island
in Papua New Guinea (PNG).
Reportedly, there are 442 asylum
seekers in Nauru and 854 at Manus
is inflicting an annual expenditure
of A$ 1.2 billion.
It is estimated that the average
cost of each detainee over the four
years was approximately A$ 1
million.
Outsourcing Settlement
But the worst revelation refers
to the deliberate failure of the
governmental bureaucracy to
respond to cases of abuse.
In my last article (Indian
Newslink, June 1, 2016), I had written
that Australia had contracted
out its national and international
obligations by detaining almost
indefinitely the asylum seekers
in their ‘client states’ such as PNG
and Nauru, both third world island
nations. This callous policy has
been a subject of constant criticism
by the United Nations and other
international organisations.
Further, by contracting out
inspectorial and safety services
to Broadspectrum (previously
known as Transfield Services) and
its sub-contractor Wilson Security,
Australia has absolved itself from
its governing role.
The expose of the Guardian (with this photograph) has ruffled feathers in Australia.
In fact, like some known business
houses and politicians, Wilson Security
headquartered in a safe haven
does not have to pay the required
tax in Australia.
In this regard, the Company is in
the same league as the Australian
Prime Minister himself.
No Passion or Compassion
Following the publication of
Nauru files, 26 former ‘Save the Children’
workers and more than 1800
university academics across Australia
petitioned the Government to
end rigorous refugee regime. These
pleadings don’t matter.
What has prompted Australia to
abandon compassion and passion
for humanity in favour of an ironclad
policy of blockade on refugee
boats, denial of entry of the asylum
seekers into Australia, detaining
them indefinitely in off-shore
detention centres under unchecked
horrific conditions, silencing the refugee
related critics and sanctioning
billions of dollars of taxpayers till?
Mainstream Support
Undoubtedly, the policy has a
broad mainstream support of the
major two parties and is being
championed by minor extremist
fringe parties and interest groups.
The return of Pauline Hanson
would further galvanise the political
and policy divide. Ironically, “stop
the boats” is a political mantra in
Australia.
Resulting from the PNG High
Court ruling that the detention
of refugees at Manus was illegal,
Australia has now agreed to shut
the despicable ghetto by April, 2017.
There are now fervent pleas led by
the Amnesty International for the
refugees to be resettled in Australia.
Would Australia show some mercy?
Failed Policy
The refugee policy is a failure in
humanitarian, fiscal and diplomatic
terms.
The Australian mainstream
mindset would not allow any
modification of the creed. It is a
sad commentary, but I venture to
hazard a guess that some would be
financially induced to return home
or settled in another developing
country and the remaining refugees
would be transferred to the
notorious confines of the Christmas
Island.
Global Inequity
Globally, the scale of distribution
OCTOBER 1, 2016
of refugees amongst the nations is
pathetic. The six wealthiest countries,
US, China, Japan, France and
UK, which between them account
for 60% of the world economy, host
only 9% of the refugees (Oxfam
Report).
In contrast, more than 50% of
world’s refugees (about 12 million)
live in Jordon, Turkey, Palestine,
Pakistan, Lebanon and South Africa
despite these countries making up
only 2% of the world economy.
Once again, there is no level
playing field. While the refugee
crisis is a challenging problem of
the new millennium, it is morally
reprehensible that poorer countries
and poorer people shoulder bulk
of the responsibility for which they
are not responsible.
The report card of the ‘UNHCR
Global Trends 2015’ indicates that a
record of more than 65 million people
left their home due to violence,
war and human rights violations,
most of which was inflicted by the
Western powers and their cohorts
in the Middle East and Northern
Africa.
The refugee deal between the
EU and Turkey in March, 2016 and
the continuing Australian policy of
dumping refugees in poorer ‘client’
countries are evidence of the
deflection of their moral compass.
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Bainimarama
Midway through our current
Parliamentary term, the
Fiji First government has
decided to reinvigorate our
Cabinet with a reshuffle of Ministerial
responsibilities.
This reshuffle will enhance our
ability to continue to provide the high
level of service that the Fijian people
have come to expect.
I will be assuming the role of
Foreign Minister in addition to my
current duties as Prime Minister,
Minister for iTaukei Affairs and
Minister for Sugar.
The current Foreign Minister, the
Honourable Ratu Inoke Kubuabola,
will move to the Defence, National
Security and Immigration portfolio.
The other changes are as follows:
The Honourable Rosy Akbar is
appointed the new Minister for Health
and Medical Services, replacing the
Honourable Jone Usamate, who
moves to the position of Minister
for Employment, Productivity and
Industrial Relations.
The current Employment Minister,
the Honourable Semi Koroilavesau,
becomes Minister for Fisheries.
The Honourable Osea Naiqamu,
the current Minister for Fisheries
and Forestry, retains the portfolio of
Minister for Forestry.
Additional responsibility
The current Minister for
Industry, Trade and Tourism, the
Honourable Faiyaz Koya, retains
those responsibilities but is given
the additional portfolio of Lands and
Mineral Resources.
An assistant minister will be
appointed in due course.
The current Minister for Lands and
Mineral Resources, the Honourable
Mereseini Vuniwaqa, will assume
the position of Minister for Women,
Children and Poverty Alleviation,
currently held by the Honourable
Rosy Akbar.
In addition to these full members
of the Cabinet, I have decided
to appoint the current Assistant
Minister for Health and Medical
Services, the Honourable Veena
Bhatnagar to the position of Assistant
Minister for Women, Children and
Poverty Alleviation, reporting to
Minister Vuniwaqa and focussing
on enhancing the rights of disabled
people.
She will be replaced at Health
by the Honourable Alex O’Connor,
who will become the new Assistant
Minister for Health and Medical
Services, focussing on public health
and reporting to Minister Akbar.
I thank our Ministers and Assistant
Ministers for their service over the
past two years and look forward
to working closely with them in
their reassigned portfolios for the
remainder of the Government’s term
as we serve the Fijian people and take
our nation forward.
Josaia Voreqe (Frank) Bainimarama
is Prime Minister of Fiji. The above
was his statement issued on September
9, 2016.

OCTOBER 1, 2016
Reshuffle creates Cabinet
within Cabinet
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Dr Biman Prasad
The recent Cabinet reshuffle by
Prime Minister Josaia Voreqe
Bainimarama proves beyond
doubt that only a handful of
Ministers control more than 80% of the
National Budget and are vested with
the responsibility of making critically
important decisions on national
policies, precious natural resources and
governance of our country.
This reshuffle has basically created a
‘Cabinet within a Cabinet.’
Apart from the Prime Minister, Fiji
now has three Ministers who hold
multiple portfolios and can be likened to
‘Super Ministers.’
Conflict of interest
The reshuffle has disregarded issues
of transparency, conflict of interest and
decision-making based on impartiality.
We now have a Minister for Industry,
Trade and Tourism, as well as Lands
and Mineral Resources. This means
one person will make decisions when it
comes to tourism development and land
use as well as development of mineral
based industries.
This is similar to the general secretary
of Fiji First (Attorney General) also being
Minister for Elections. Fiji always had a
distinctly separate Ministry and Minister
for Lands and Mineral Resources.
How the new Minister expects to
handle two important portfolios is only
known to him and the Prime Minister?
We may have different political views
but outgoing Minister for Lands and
Mineral Resources was at least seen to
have been doing her job responsibly and
articulated issues well in Parliament.
Suitability questioned
The latest bungling by Honourable
Faiyaz Koya when he categorically
denied that Fiji had withdrawn
from Pacer Plus negotiations despite
conclusive evidence in the media that
he had made an announcement to
this effect, confirms our doubts on his
suitability to handle both portfolios.
The National Federation Party is
concerned that the Prime Minister has
also assumed the role of Foreign Affairs
Minister while still being in charge of
two very important ministries of i-Taukei
Affairs and Sugar.
Even before the reshuffle, Mr
Bainimarama could not extricate from
his Prime Ministerial and hectic travel
schedule to give close attention to these
two portfolios.
Undoubtedly, both ministries will
receive negligible attention with
increased travel required by the Prime
Minister as Foreign Minister.
Clarification needed
Mr Bainimarama should also clarify
what he meant when he said Foreign
Affairs and Trade needed to work
together. Does he mean this wasn’t
happening before when Ratu Inoke
Kubuabola was Foreign Affairs Minister?
And why two Ministers have single
portfolios of Fisheries and Forests
respectively? Why could not have the
Prime Minister appointed any one of
them as Sugar, i-Taukei or Foreign Affairs
Minister?
This does not make sense when other
ministers have two or more portfolios,
while a few have multiple portfolios.
Reshuffle of Cabinet is the prerogative
of the Prime Minister.
But any reshuffle must be based on the
ability, competency and suitability of a
Minister to hold certain portfolios.
We reiterate that the reshuffle does
not consider these prerequisites and
seemingly smacks of a ‘Cabinet within a
Cabinet.’
Dr Biman Prasad is Leader of the
National Federation Party of Fiji and a
Member of Parliament. He issued the
above statement on
September 19, 2016.
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Tribunal and has been suspended
from legal practice for 18 months
from 6 September 2016.
Mr Stewart, who voluntarily
stepped down from practice before
the hearing, has also been
censured.
The first charge was one of negligence
in his professional capacity
of such a degree as to reflect on his
fitness to practise or as to bring his
profession into disrepute.
This resulted from trust account
irregularities which included
a failure to keep adequate
records, having client balances
overdrawn, failing to reconcile
trust bank accounts with the
trust ledger, and incorrectly certifying
compliance with the Lawyers
and Conveyancers Act 2006 and
the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act
(Trust Account Regulations) 2008.
Serious charge
The second charge was one of
misconduct for breaching Rule
5.5.1 of the Conduct and Client Care
Rules by providing banking services.
The rule prevents a lawyer from
operating a business which provides
services to a client, unconnected
with regulated services.
The Tribunal considered this
charge to be serious because of
the privileged nature of a lawyer’s
trust account. The way this
had been used as a selling point for
banking services meant there was
a serious risk of lawyers beaching
their obligations to uphold the rule
of law and facilitate the administration
of justice in New Zealand.
Mr Stewart was ordered to pay
the New Zealand Law Society costs
of $16,000 and to reimburse hearing
costs of $2488.
A New Zealand Law Society Press
Releasew
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OCTOBER 1, 2016
The English Fortnightly (Since November 1999)
Issue 355 | October 1, 2016
Let us fan
the Glowing
Flame of Asia
And welcome Sri Lankan PM Ranil Wickramasinghe
The visit of Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil
Wickramasinghe to New Zealand augurs well with
this country’s pronounced desire to enhance bilateral
relations with the Island nation of the Indian
Subcontinent.
The three-day visit from today (October 1) will provide another
opportunity for Wickramasinghe and his New Zealand
counterpart John Key to engage in more meaningful dialogues
and strike new grounds of partnership.
Although Mr Wickramasinghe has been here before (in May
2012) to attend a meeting of the Executive Committee of the
International Democratic Union, the current visit would be
the first by a Sri Lankan Prime Minister. He will be accompanied
by his wife, Professor Maithree Wickramasinghe, four
Sri Lankan Ministers, and a Sri Lankan business and media
delegation.
Mr Wickremesinghe and his delegation will be formally
welcomed in a ceremony at Government House in Auckland
today, followed by bilateral talks.
They will also attend a range of official, business and community
events in Auckland, Waikato and Wellington.
Exciting opportunities
Mr Key said that he was struck by the range of ‘exciting opportunities
for New Zealand’ during his visit in February and
that an increasing number of New Zealand businesses were
recognising this potential.
“Under Prime Minister Wickremesinghe’s leadership, Sri
Lanka has entered a new phase in its post-civil war development.
New Zealand is keen to support the important steps
the country is making towards reconciliation and rebuilding
through increased political and economic contact,” he said, in
a Welcome Announcement.
Enduring friendship
New Zealand and Sri Lanka have a longstanding friendly relationship,
with official contact centred around membership
in the Commonwealth and United Nations.
We also enjoy strong rivalry on the cricket pitch, while forging
more sporting connections through Rugby, which is growing
in popularity in Sri Lanka.
There are more than 12,000 Sri Lankans living in New
Zealand.
Human Capital flow
While the Sri Lankan population here is more than 12,000,
about 8000 New Zealanders visit Sri Lanka every year as
tourists. However, the number of Sri Lankans visiting New
Zealand every year is only 2500 a year but there is scope for
increase.
The two Prime Ministers would confer on the areas of economic
cooperation and scope for increasing bilateral trade
and said that Sri Lanka exports quality products and services,
chief among which are Tea and Cinnamon.
International student arrivals from Sri Lanka, placed at 1000
last year, also has scope for improvement. Mr Key said that
his government welcomed the efforts being made in various
fields including Veterinary Sciences, Pilot Training and
Accounting.
Mutual love for sports, especially Cricket and Rugby was
also noted.
Mr Key described Sri Lanka as ‘The Glowing flame of Asia’
and commended the country’s programme of national reconciliation
and constitution reforms.
New Zealand does not have a direct aid programme in Sri
Lanka, but the New Zealand government provides funds to
the United Nations and partner NGOs working in Sri Lanka.
There are opportunities for New Zealand NGOs to apply for
funding from New Zealand’s Aid Programme’s Partnerships
Fund, which focuses on sustainable economic development
initiatives.
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Final notes of differences
between the Master
and Owner
Third and Last Part of first evacuation of Indians from Kuwait
Following the release of
‘Air Lift,’ a Hindi film early
this year, a number of people
including the Editor of
this newspaper who were involved
with Iraq’s occupation
of Kuwait on August 2, 1990
to the liberation of Kuwait on
February 28, 1991 felt that the
Akshay Kumar starrer had betrayed
reality.
Hanif Mohammed
Ibrahim Modak
Captain Juvale said,
“According to the
International Merchant
Shipping Act, it is obligatory
for any ship at sea to answer
any ship in distress at sea
and rush to her rescue.”
This was not a case where a
distress call (SOS) was sent by
another ship at sea.
On what basis was he comparing
the situation of distress at
sea to the plight of people caught
in a war zone at a seaport? ‘MV
Safeer’ was at Shuwaikh Port in
Kuwait and without the owners
and insurer’s consent, the
Master had no authority to take
any passengers.
Official threats
Captain Juvale said “Hence, I
was shocked to hear the warnings
from the power-that- be
back in India that my vessel was
unsafe to carry any evacuees, because
it was a small cargo ship.”
The ship owners were in detailed
discussions and negotiations
with the Ministry of
External Affairs (MEA) in New
Delhi and Captain Kekobad had
several meetings also with the
Shipping Ministry. These details
have been covered in first part
of Indian Newslink September
1, 2016.
The owners also had to contact
their insurers to obtain their
permission to carry passengers
as their insurance cover was
only for cargo and carrying passengers
on a general cargo ship
would have been be in breach of
the vessel’s insurance cover.
Casualty risk
Captain Juvale said, “After
two days of sailing through the
mined waters of Kuwait with the
risk of facing the fire from the
Western Naval forces, all of us
arrived safely in Dubai.”
This is an exaggeration. Once
the vessel had cleared Kuwaiti
waters, there was no risk of
mines. It takes less than four
hours to clear Kuwaiti waters.
The owners had instructed
the Master to contact American
Naval forces and British forces
once the vessel was in international
waters, which he has
done.
The owners are in possession
of the radio messages sent by
Then in our February 15,
2016 issue we began a threepart
series written by Captain
Zain Juvale who was the skipper
of ‘MV Safeer,’ a merchant
ship that had berthed at the
Kuwaiti seaport of Shuwaikh.
In those articles, he had made
a number of comments which
have now been challenged by
Hanif Mohammed Modak, son
the master. Western Naval forces
would never fire on merchant
vessel carrying refugees as they
were already alerted by the radio
messages sent by the master.
False accusation
Captain Juvale said, “It is sad
that the Indian authorities never
acknowledged this rescue although
the world media covered
it.”
In order to set the record
straight, a programme called
‘Kuwaiti Evacuation of 1990 and
the Contemporary Narrative’
was held PAGE 12at India
International Centre, New Delhi,
on March 12, 2016. The participants
included Kamal Bakshi,
India’s Ambassador to Iraq,
Former Ambassadors K P Fabian
and K P Singh, who was then
Indian Deputy Chief of Mission
in Kuwait; and a senior representative
from MEA.
Captain Kekobad was invited
by Mr Fabian, who was then the
Joint Secretary (Gulf) at MEA to
enlighten on some details about
the SEALIFT operations successfully
carried out by ‘MV Safeer.’
He and Suresh Mal Mathur
(then Second Secretary at the
Indian Embassy in Kuwait) were
the first two participants via a
video link as they were unable to
be present at New Delhi.
In the Bollywood movie
‘Airlift,’ a clip was shown of a
ship’s captain asking for money
to carry passengers out of
Kuwait.
Suhas Borker, moderator of
the programme, asked Captain
Kekobad if the crew had asked
or taken any money from the
passengers.
His answer was a firm ‘No.’ He
voiced his appreciation over the
efforts of the Master and all the
crew in making passengers as
comfortable as possible during
of the late Captain Ibrahim
Hussain Modak, Joint Owner
of the vessel. The following
is the third and final part of
his challenge round. Captain
Juvale has since contacted us
to offer further comments but
we have suggested that he
held on until we complete the
current series.
the voyage to Dubai.
Laudable effort
The owners of ‘MV Safeer’
were once again thanked for
carrying out this humanitarian
effort without charging any fee
to either the Indian government
or the passengers.
Mr Borker said, “The Nation
salutes you for this great national
service of saving 722
Indian Nationals who were
stranded in Kuwait. It was indeed
a humbling as well as a
proud moment for the owners
to get this acknowledgement.”
The ship owners as well as
the Indian government have applauded
the entire crew of ‘MV
Safeer’ for their exemplary conduct
during this period of crisis,
teamwork and exceptional
efforts in making this humanitarian
mission of reuniting
722 Indian Nationals with their
families, a resounding success.
We thank the Lord Almighty
for granting MV Safeer a Safe
Passage.
Editor’s Note: Those of us
who lived in Kuwait and/or
covered the occupation of
the Arab Gulf State by Iraq
from August 2, 1990 and the
‘Gulf Storm’, the First Gulf
War that led to the liberation
of Kuwait on February
28, 1991 (after five days of
war), would know that the
recently released Hindi film
‘Airlift’ is nothing more than
a hero-centred imagination
and divorced from truth.
While the evacuation of
Indians from Kuwait through
Amman, Jordan and not
through Saudi Arabia (which
would have been easier and
faster) was undoubtedly the
single largest human exercise
of the modern era, it was
nothing like what the film
portrayed. I was among those
who was in Kuwait in the
days following its liberation
and what I saw and reported
was more heart-rending
and tragic than anyone
could have imagined. The
film has become a topic of
discussion and Captain Zain
Juvale and Hanif Mohammed
Modak have had their say. If
you have been involved in
the Kuwaiti Theatre during
the Iraqi occupation, please
write to
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OCTOBER 1, 2016
Super Power apathy worsens the Syrian crisis
David Shearer
This is a critical time for
Syria.
For many months,
the residents of Aleppo,
Syria’s largest city, have been
subject to bombardment and artillery
killing, wounding thousands
of people.
At a time of year when many
families were together to share
special food and company to celebrate
Eid Al Adha (celebrated
on September 11), supply lines
from Turkey to the families,
hospitals and schools in Aleppo
were either stopped, or reduced
to a mere trickle through the
Syrian government blockades.
Supplied cut
Now, with the destruction of
17 United Nations Aid trucks
and the killing of aid workers
by what was almost certainly
aerial bombing, times for the
people of Syria have become
even more desperate.
They are going without the
most basic items of food and
clothing, with no immediate
prospect of relief.
They also face the horror of
barrel bombs, artillery shells
and poisonous gas being fired
into their mainly civilian areas.
We’ve all seen the horrific pictures
on TV of children wounded
and battered – shocked and
traumatised from what is happening
to them in their homes.
UN solution evades
The meeting of the Security
Council, chaired by New
Zealand, which held the presidency
and chair of the Security
Council for September, failed to
come up with a solution.
The problem was not with
the Security Council itself, but
with the members: notably
Russia and the United States of
America. If they cannot come
to a consensus on the way forward,
it blocks any hope of the
Security Council collectively being
able to arrive at a resolution.
New Zealand’s Prime Minister
John Key chaired the Security
Council during the annual leaders’
week when world leaders
come to New York.
It was New Zealand’s decision
to make Syria the focus of our
month of presidency.
That was the right choice.
We needed to give Syria every
chance to reach a peaceful
settlement.
Civilian pawns
As I witnessed when I worked
as a humanitarian aid worker,
civilians are often used as political
pawns during conflict.
Their plight can be exploited
for military or political gains.
Our UN Security Council role
is a fundamental area where
bipartisan agreement occurs
across the main political parties
in New Zealand.
We all want New Zealand take
a lead role and make a real difference
in the world’s worst humanitarian
disaster.
Unfortunately, given the
events of the last fortnight - the
bombing of the humanitarian
convoy and the mistaken bombing
of Syrian government troops
by the US-headed coalition – the
conflict continues.
Nevertheless, I am proud New
Zealand made its best effort,
throughout September, to cut
through those agendas and hold
those leaders to account who
seek to make political gains at
the expense of children facing
daily bombardment.
New Zealand worked as hard
as it could to bring an end to the
suffering and will continue to
do so.
David Shearer is an elected
Member of Parliament from
Mt Albert in Auckland and
Labour Party’s spokesman for
Foreign Affairs.
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Food Mission brings the best of Taiwan
Venkat Raman
venkat@indiannewslink.co.nz
Taipei Economic and Cultural Office Auckland Director General Dr Chung-Hsing Chou (Fifth from right) with the Taiwanese Food Delegation and Taiwanese government officials
at the Langham Hotel on September 19.
A
number of exporters
of food stuffs and related
items from Taiwan
were in Auckland last
fortnight to explore possibilities
of expanding commercial ties
with importers and distributors
in New Zealand.
The one-day event, held at the
Langham Hotel in Auckland on
September 19, 2016, included
New Zealand importers of varied
ethnicity engaged in food
business.
The visitors were manufacturers
and exporters of a number
of essential items such
as Rice and Cereals, Noodles,
Prepared Food, Preserved
and Canned Food, Sauces and
Dressings, Frozen Fish Fillet,
Confectioneries, Soft Drinks and
Teas.
Cess reduced
Amy Tsai, Director, Taiwan
Trade Centre based in Sydney
said that following the signing
of the ANZTEC Agreement
on July 10, 2013, customs duties
on most Taiwanese agricultural
products has been eliminated.
“Trade liberalisation not only
opens up dual-market opportunities
but also provides options
for consumers in both
countries.
Taiwan’s food and beverage
sector has been experiencing
healthy growth, posting record sales
of US$ 3.40 billion in the January-¬March
2016 quarter, up by 3.1% over the previous
year. The sales were mostly from
restaurants, takeaways and Taiwan’s
ubiquitous tea shops.
Some figures
A Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
communique said that Taiwan is New
Zealand’s eighth largest export market
and 16th largest source of imports.
“Its dairy, meat, fruit, seafood and forest
products are very popular with the
Taiwanese and we are their largest supplier
of dairy products. Tariffs are being
rapidly eliminated, opening up significant
trading opportunities.
Two-way trade between the two countries
was valued at $1.8 billion in 2014,
of which New Zealand’s exports (mainly
milk powder, frozen beef and ‘confidential
items’ were valued at $1 billion.
Taiwan’s exports, valued at $766 million,
consisted mainly of oils and biodiesel,
stainless steel and bicycles.
The Trade Mission was put together
by the Bureau of Trade, Ministry of
Economic Affairs of the Republic of China
and implemented by the Sydney based
Taiwan External Trade Development
Council and the Taiwan Trade Centre.
Mickey Lin, Amy Tsai, Sophie Chen and Ned Chou at the Taiwan
Food Mission meeting at the Langham Hotel on September 19.

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BUSINESSLINK
Where there is a Will,
there is no uncertainty
Farah Khan
farah.khan@xtra.co.nz
Everyone needs a Will.
A Will is a legal document
that expresses your
wishes as to how your
property is to be
distributed upon your death.
I have met many people who
believe that the making of a
Will means losing control of
their assets.
This is not correct.
Wills have absolutely no legal
effect until you pass away.
In your life time you can
change your Will as many times
as you like without having to be
accountable to either the beneficiaries
or anybody else.
Inheritance not automatic
Your Will gives you an opportunity
to decide exactly what
happens to all your belongings
after your death.
Most people think that their
partners and children would
automatically inherit all their
assets even if they have not executed
a Will.
If you have assets of a total
value of more than $16,000,
then, your loved ones must apply
for Letters of Administration
from the High Court before
any of your assets can be
distributed.
This is not only a long and
cumbersome but also an expensive
process and often the cause
for many family disputes.
Differences of opinion is the
last thing a grieving family
needs.
In many communities, it is
customary to leave assets to
male offspring/s.
No bias allowed
The law in New Zealand does
not accept such a practice but
states that children are to be
equally provided for and that
there should be no gender bias.
However, there is no reason
why your wishes should not be
honoured.
Therefore, I urge people to
make a Will today.
If you have your wishes
properly documented, at
the least you have some comfort
in knowing that your loved
ones are clear about your final
wishes.
If Wills are so important then
why is it not very popular?
I often hear three reasons for
apathy among people regarding
Wills.
It is too expensive: It does not
cost more than a few hundred
dollars to make a Will which
could be very high in value.
I do not like to talk about death:
No one can avoid death – it is
inevitable and hence there is
nothing wrong in discussing
about death. It would be wise to
organise your affairs while you
can still so, rather than leave
your loved ones in a lurch to
deal with the mess when you
are gone.
They will not be impressed
with what you have put them
through.
I do not have time now. I will
do it later: Death waits for no
one. There is no time like the
present, because no one has
seen tomorrow. Your Will is important
and you need to make
time to execute it.
I hope you are now convinced
of the importance of a Will
and would do the needful for
the safety and security of your
loved ones after you have left
this world.
As Leon Battista Alberti,
a 15th Century Italian
Renaissance Polymath said, “A
man can do all things, if he but
Wills them.”
Farah Khan is Partner & Notary
Public Practice Manager
at Khan & Associates Lawyers
and Notary Public based in
Papatoetoe, Auckland. She
can be contacted on (09)
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legislation
to
improve
land
transport
Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi
The National Party came
in to government (in
November 2008) promising
that we will improve
quality of our regulations by
amending and updating legislation
to strengthen public safety,
facilitate business growth
and increase productivity of our
economy.
Recently, the National party
government introduced the
‘Land Transport Amendment
Bill’ to Parliament.
The Bill aims to fulfil our
OCTOBER 1, 2016
promises and strengthen the
legislation relating to alcohol
interlocks, the framework for
managing public transport fare
evasion and create more effective
deterrents to reduce the incidence
of fleeing drivers.
Important changes
The Bill will also make changes
to heavy vehicle regulation
and a regulatory process for
small passenger services.
It will make practical, minor
amendments to ensure that
Land Transport Act 1998 operates
as intended by Parliament.
The Bill will enable better
innovative, small passenger
services to deliver benefits
to consumers while managing
safety risks.
It will introduce mandatory
alcohol interlock sentences for
repeat offenders and first time
drink-drive offenders with high
alcohol levels.
It will create more effective
deterrents to reduce the numbers
of fleeing drivers.
It will strengthen the framework
for managing evasion of
public transport fares.
The legislation is part of ongoing
efforts to create better, more
effective regulation that works
for New Zealand.
Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi has
been a Member of Parliament
on National List from November
2008. He is also Chairman
of Parliament’s Select Committee
on Law & Order.
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“Call me before you call the doctor”
Susan Edmunds
Insurance clients should
not be afraid to talk to
Anand Srinivasan, of Brisk
Insurance, about any risky
pastimes in which they are
involved.
The Auckland man might be
an insurance adviser for his day
job, but much of his spare time
is spent paragliding.
He flies his paraglider out
over the North of Auckland, out
across the Matakana coast.
Srinivasan says he relishes the
freedom it gives him.
“The joy of free flying, able to
reach the clouds without any
motor or mechanical aid, just
using the rising air currents to
reach the cloud base is what I
like the most in paragliding. The
preparation, planning and the
execution has to be accurate,
100% for a successful flight.
There is no 99% in this sport,”
he said.
While many in the industry
may not yet be familiar with
Brisk Insurance, Srinivasan
will be a familiar face to a lot
of insurance advisers. Until last
year, he was one of their key
contact points with insurer AIA.
Srinivasan says a ‘never-saydie’
attitude has served him
well as he carved out a place for
himself in the financial services
industry in this country.
Expanding client base
He arrived in New Zealand in
2006 determined to find work.
He talked himself into a
voluntary role with a bank and
from there met a representative
from AIA. He came up with an
idea to expand their client base
in to New Zealand’s Southeast
Asian community.
That led to his job as a
Regional Sales Manager, then
Distribution Development
Manager and National Manager
of key relationships.
“After 10 years in the industry,
Anand Srinivasan decided
it was time to become an
Adviser.”
But he left in 2015 to start his
own business.
Srinivasan said 10 years of
dealing with advisers had given
him a good understanding
of how processes such as
underwriting worked – and
what could be done better for
clients.
Advisers he had dealt with
through AIA had offered
their help to his new venture
– and some had sought his
consultancy services on
products such as Key Person
Risk, which Srinivasan said too
few understood.
He also specialises in helping
businesses understand how to
manage their ACC obligations.
Key Person Risk
Many businesspeople wanted
to cut their levies to as little
as possible, not realising they
were potentially short-changing
themselves, he said. He said
“After
10 years
in the
industry,
Anand
Srinivasan
decided
it was time to
become an
Adviser”
that could be a false economy in
the event of a pay-out.
“The levies charged are
reasonable but clients don’t
always understand why they
are paying them.”
Pre-existing conditions,
particularly for clients who
were being encouraged to move
to a new insurer, is one of the
issues with which he is most
concerned.
Anand Srinivasan
Sudima brings fine
Indian cuisine to
mark Diwali
Venkat Raman
venkat@indiannewslink.co.nz
Variety and quality
will be the
twin theme
of the Indian
Food Festival this year
at Sudima Auckland
Airport Hotel.
The six-day event,
scheduled to be held
from October 16 to
October 21, 2016 will
be fitting prelude to the
Diwali, the Festival of
Lights, which Hindus
will mark throughout
the world on October
30.
Executive Chef and
Food & Beverage
Manager Rakesh
Chandra said that this
year’s Diwali prelude at
Sudima would feature
‘Bollywood Soiree and
Food Festival,’ to cater
to the different tastes of
discerning clients.
Regional Fares
“The Festival will
bring together the cuisine
from various
Indian States – from
North to South and
from East to West. We
have to keep a fine balance
between high quality
of food and service
and affordable price.
After all, when families
go out to eat, both factors
matter,” he said.
It will feature delicacies
of Kashmir
and Lucknow (Uttar
Pradesh) on October
16; Hyderabad (Andhra
Pradesh & Telangana)
and Gujarat on October
17; Himachal Pradesh
and Lucknow again
(Awadhi); Maharashtra
and South India on
October 19; West Bengal
and Goa on October
20 and Punjab and
Rajasthan on October
21.
Bollywood Soiree
Mr Chandra said
that the opening event
on October 15, 2016
is being promoted as
‘Bollywood Soiree’ with
entry tickets costing $75
per person.
“The Opening Night
will include an authentic
buffet, Bollywood
Music, cultural performances
and door prizes.
The programme will
commence at 630 pm
and conclude at midnight,”
he said.
Sudima Hotels
Director Laxmi
Jhunjhnuwala said that
the following four days,
simply called, ‘Food
Festival,’ will include a
welcome drink and culinary
delights of at least
two regions of India.
The nightly event will
be held from 530 pm to
10 pm.
The cost per person
would be $49, she said.
“The Festival provides
the wider New
Zealand community an
opportunity to experience
the diverse culinary
delights from
various regions of India.
In this way, people enjoy
some of India’s finest
food that are hard
to-cook and hard to find
in New Zealand. Guests
enjoy quality food that
they have not experienced
earlier,” Ms
Jhunjhnuwala said.

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Working for clients
He said that he would usually
ask for a copy of the application
forms submitted for any policies
the client already had in place,
to ensure no details were
missed, that could put a claim in
jeopardy down the track.
“The levies charged are
reasonable but clients don’t
always understand why they
are paying them.”
“I assume that clients do not
remember what they did and it
is my job to find out,” he said.
In one case, he discovered
that a client had not disclosed
a number of health conditions
that would have stopped a claim
being paid.
He was able to negotiate with
an insurer to replace the policy,
with a 50% loading and a mental
health exclusion.
“It was a fantastic outcome
for me and the client because
it avoided a dispute, the client
knows a claim will be paid,
and it avoids a bad outcome
for the insurer. “I don’t assume
anything, I do what I think is
right with the experience I
have,” Srinivasan said.
Full Financial Plan
He offers as little limited
advice as possible and tries to
deliver as full a financial plan as
he can for all clients.
But he said his main job was
to advocate for his clients.
“Underwriters want to pay
claims, but they don’t know
who you are. It’s the job of
the adviser to represent you
properly.”
He said that the hardest thing
about being an independent
adviser was the amount of
administration work to deal
with at any given time.
“When it is a one-man
situation, even if you are good at
what you do, you have to do so
much else. You might be on an
important call and the internet
connection goes.”
But he said that there were
some surprises now he was
client-facing, too.
“People have insurance but
they don’t have a clue what they
have,” he said.
Simplifying policies
“One client was paying $1100
for 13 years to an insurance
company and had no clue what
they were paying for. That had
surprised me every day. When
the industry offers an insurance
product, why don’t they make
it simple to know that you are
buying something you need to
use? You don’t buy a car and
keep it in the garage. Why buy
an insurance product you are
never going to use?”
One client who suffered an
injury had been fighting with
ACC, not realising that he would
qualify for a much higher
insurance pay-out than ACC was
potentially offering.
Srinivasan said that showed
the value of reviewing policies
and keeping in touch with
clients.
“If you are dealing with me,
we will have meetings as often
as possible.”
Clients would be told to
contact Srinivasan after trigger
such events as marriage, a baby
arrival or a house purchase, but
he said that they would also be
encouraged to call him before
going overseas and to meet at
least annually.
If health concerns were major,
he would expect to be informed
early.
“Call me before you call your
doctor,” he said.
He has joined networking
such groups as BNI to help grow
his new business.
Passion for service
Srinivasan said his passion
for the industry and his work
came through when he spoke to
people, which helped boost his
client base.
He uses such technology as
Suitebox to help him deal with
clients anywhere in the country.
Srinivasan spends much of
his time working from home
in Manurewa, although he has
recently started to share an
office with another, too.
But he said he liked the
“The levies
charged are
reasonable but
clients don’t
always
understand
why they are
paying them.”
freedom of working from
his house, particularly as his
mother has been diagnosed
with Alzheimer’s.
“Before she forgets me, I want
to spend time with her.”
Excellence Award
Srinivasan was given this
year’s Judge’s Excellence Award
for Insurance at the National
Advisers Conference.
The judges said: “Anand has
designed a unique approach
to insurance advice. He
starts by educating clients on
their current situation and
identifying any gaps. Then he
looks to see if what they have in
place can be repaired or altered
to meet their needs, and then
if there are still gaps, he would
look to the market for a new
solution.”
Srinivasan said he had been
surprised to get the Award.
“This Award is not the New
Adviser of the year; it could
have gone to anyone with 25,
30 years’ experience in the
industry. I feel like I don’t
deserve it, to be honest. But I
am thankful to the industry for
their support.”
He has also been able to
arrange his paragliding friends’
insurance that they never
thought they would be able to
get.
“If you put a case together and
explain why it is less accidentprone
(than some other
pastimes), insurance companies
come to the party. That skill set
of being able to present a case
properly really helps clients a
lot.”
Susan Edmunds is Editor,
Tarawera Publishing, which
produces ‘Asset,’ a Magazine
for Financial Advisors. The
above article, which appeared
in the August issue has been
reproduced here with her
permission.

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The Internet of Things gets smarter
Anand Mokashi
Imagine, your driverless car
reaches your driveway and
the gate unlocks followed
by the garage door. The
alarm gets turned off and the
lights come on, if it is dark. The
air conditioner, set to a comfortable
temperature, has started.
Your favourite TV channel
comes alive and hot water is
ready in the kettle for your tea.
All these things automatically.
IoT is an application of the
Internet that facilitates objects
to have network connectivity,
allowing them to send and receive
data to each other, software
programmes or their
human users.
Smart Systems
These are called ‘Smart
Objects’ and systems that incorporate
these smart objects become
Smart Systems. Devices
within the smart system are
connected with data-collecting
sensors so that they can communicate
with one-another.
The term ‘Internet of Things’
is not new; the concept was envisaged
almost 90 years ago, in
1926.
Serbian American Scientist
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The Serious Fraud Office
(SFO) prosecution of Sir
Ralph Heberley Ngatata
Love received a verdict
in the Wellington High Court on
September 1, 2016.
In a three-week trial which
concluded on August 25, Sir
Ngatata faced one Crimes Act
charge of ‘Obtaining by deception’
and one alternative charge
under Section 4 of the Secret
Commissions Act.
Sir Ngatata was found guilty
of the charge of ‘Obtaining by
deception’.
Significant Project
The prosecution related to a
significant commercial property
development project which was
undertaken in Wellington.
The project involved land
owned by the Wellington Tenths
Trust of which Sir Ngatata Love
was the Chair.
The SFO alleged that Sir
Ngatata arranged for himself
and his partner, Lorraine
Skiffington to obtain control, for
their own benefit, of a premium
the prospective developers were
prepared to pay to secure a leasehold
interest in the property.
This was done, the SFO alleged,
without disclosure to, and in secret
from, the remaining Trustees
of the Wellington Tenths Trust.
Concealed payment
As a result of an agreement
reached with the prospective
developers, payments totaling
$1,687,500 were made
Nikola Tesla said in an interview,
“When wireless is perfectly
applied, the whole world will
be converted into a huge brain
and will be controlled using an
instrument small enough to fit
in the pocket.”
Chronology of events
1989: The first Internetconnected
toaster is unveiled.
1999: The Phrase ‘Internet
of Things’ is coined by Kevin
Ashton, a British Technologist.
2000: LG launches its smart
refrigerator (Price $20,000),
with an LCD screen that displays
inside temperature, freshness
of stored food, nutritional
information, relevant recopies
and other information.
2016: Significant progress is
made with driverless cars on
the roads. Gartner Inc predicts
that 4.9 billion devices will be
connected this year alone and
that the demand will reach 20
billion by 2020 (including 250
million vehicles).
The Challenges
Chief among the barriers to
the progress of the IoT is its unusually
high dependence on cooperation
between competitors
as well as others in industries.
If devices have to successfully
‘talk’ to each other, they have to
‘speak the same language.’
The reality of the current
commercial world however is
that manufacturers create their
Former Wellington
Trust Chairman awaits
sentence
to a company associated with
Ms Skiffington. These payments
were concealed from the
Wellington Tenths Trust.
SFO Chief Executive Julie Read
said, “There is a risk this sort of
activity can occur when property
development, competition for
business and significant sums of
money are involved. As the decision
of the Court in this matter
found, the abuse of trust for
personal gain is a very serious
matter.”
Other defendants
Three defendants were
charged in July 2013 in relation
to the development and all had
name suppression orders which
were lifted at the beginning of Sir
Ngatata’s trial.
Matene Love, Sir Ngatata’s
son, pleaded guilty to one charge
under Section 4 of the Secret
Commissions Act. He was sentenced
on October 29, 2015 to
six months’ home detention.
Lorraine Skiffington had her
charges permanently stayed in
August 2015 due to her ill-health.
The SFO said that the
Wellington Tenths Trust cooperated
fully during the process.
Sir Ngatata’s Counsel requested
that conviction of the charge be
deferred.
He has been released on bail
and will be sentenced on October
6, in the Wellington High Court.
Serious Press Office Press
Release
closed systems of software,
hardware and protocols. For example,
each phone has its own
unique charger, battery, connector
or an Android device and
hence will not easily interact
with an IOS device and so on.
Gartner analyst Fernando
Elizalde said, “A number of alliances
have now sprung up to
attempt to address the interoperability
issue.’
One such is ‘AllSeen,’ which is
backed by Qualcomm, Microsoft
and LG.
Security and Privacy
This is an area of tremendous
Former solicitor Edward
Errol Johnston, who is
facing charges brought
by the Serious Fraud
Office (SFO) has appeared in
the Auckland District Court to
enter a guilty plea.
Mr Johnston appeared to
answer three Crimes Act
charges of ‘Dishonestly taking
or using document.’
He pleaded guilty to all three
charges.
Between December 2011
and January 2012, Mr
Johnston owned properties
in the Auckland area and had
fallen into arrears on his loan
repayments to his bank.
When faced with a
Barrie Kenneth James
George was sentenced
in the Auckland High
Court on September
1, 2016 on charges of bribery
and corruption laid by the
Serious Fraud Office (SFO).
The former employee of
Auckland Transport and
Rodney District Council
pleaded guilty in August to
his part in a case of alleged
bribery and corruption by
former employees of Auckland
Transport and Rodney District
concern or huge opportunity.
You can understand the ramifications
of the hacking of a network
of home security cameras,
door locks and home alarms.
As the application becomes
commercial or more personal,
the concerns will grow.
Researchers are already on the
job, addressing such issues.
Environmental Impact is another
major issue.
Faster technological obsolescence,
need to constantly upgrade
devices to keep up with
the present will produce huge
recycling challenges, for which
Solicitor pleads guilty to
cheating charges
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requirement to reduce his
existing debt, Mr Johnston
manipulated the system.
He submitted false Sale and
Purchase Agreements to his
bank, which accepted the
fictitious transactions.
Reality different
In reality, the properties
were either sold for a higher
price than he had stated, or
transferred to another Trust
and refinanced with a loan
from another bank. In January
2012 Mr Johnston submitted a
false Statement of Assets and
Liabilities to the bank when
obtaining the refinanced loan.
SFO Chief Executive Julie
Read said, “These offences
occurred as a result of an
attempt to avoid a troubled
Council.
Mr George received a
sentence of 10 months’ home
detention for offences totalling
totalling $103,580.54.
Mr George had been
employed as an engineer
at Rodney District Council
since 1974 and then as a
senior manager at Rodney
District Council and Auckland
Transport where he was
responsible for leading the
delivery of maintenance and
renewal works until 2013.
From December 2005 to
we have neither answers nor
systems in place at present.
No matter what, the IoT is
here to stay.
No one is able to say how it
will present itself in the future.
Anand Mokashi is an IT
Lecturer, Consultant and
Digital Media Specialist with
a passion for all things online.
He runs the Facebook group
of Amateur astronomy lovers
(https://www.facebook.com/
groups/ilavip/) and the website
www.astronomyhuble.
com. Email: anand_mokashi@
consultant.com
financial situation. The reality
is that in deceiving the bank,
Mr Johnston has placed
himself in a much more
serious position which will
result in a criminal conviction.
Such a course should never be
considered as a viable option
and the SFO will prosecute
all serious fraud matters
brought to our attention to
protect other investors and
New Zealand’s reputation as a
corruption free market.”
Mr Johnston will appear for
sentencing in the Auckland
District Court on November
10, 2016.
Serious Fraud Office Press
Release
District Council man faces justice
June 2013, Mr George admitted
to receiving undisclosed
gratuities while in various
engineering and management
roles. The gratuities often
came in the form of cash,
travel, accommodation and
entertainment.
The two remaining
defendants, Stephen James
Borlase, and Murray John
Noone are to stand trial later
this year.
Serious Fraud Office Press
Release

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Ganapathi Bappa fills hearts and homes
Never a dull moment as millions celebrate the Lord’s Birthday
The favourite God at the Auckland Marathi
Association event
Prashant Belwalkar
Lord Ganesh arrived with
his usual vigour and
pomp on September 11,
2016 at Mt Eden War
Memorial Hall in Auckland.
The Auckland Marathi
Association was keen to
showcase the event the
Maharashtrian Diaspora, many
members of which were missing
the usual celebratory events
of their native Maharashtra.
The 11-day festival of
Ganapati began as a humble exercise
by the renowned freedom
fighter Lokmanya Bal
Phil Goff prays to the Remover of All Obstacles at the festival
Gangadhar Tilak in the early
part of the last century to mobilise
the community against the
British Raj.
It has now grown to become
the biggest festival of the year.
India is a free, sovereign democratic
Republic and the festive
occasion is just right for nurturing
new talent within the
community.
New Committee
A new Committee has recently
taken the reins of the
Auckland Marathi Association
and was quickly tasked with
Ganeshotsav 2016.
The members heeded to the
call to mark Ganapati Festival
with piety and spirit of unity
and as many as 20 events were
organised by various groups
ranging from the youngest
(around 4 years) to the Oldest
(around 35).
The Association prides itself
of producing exceedingly talented
artists including vocalists, instrumentalists
and performers.
Grand Spectacle
The event on September 11
was a kaleidoscope of presentations
which included Ganesh
Vandana, dance recitals and
Classical vocals.
It was encouraging to see the
next generation getting ready to
take up the responsibility and
interest in the traditional arts.
About 25% of the programme
had a classic touch, while a
number of folk items such as
‘Koligeet’ presented by four-sixyear
old children, ‘Medley of
Lavani’ and a theme presentation
of ‘Bajirao Mastani,’ a Hindi
Phil Goff and Priyanca Radhakrishnan with the member of the new Committee at Auckland
Marathi Association
blockbuster released last year.
Phil Goff inspires
Auckland Mayoral candidate
Phil Goff has the inimitable ability
to connect with any community
group and it was amusing
to hear him mention the names
of prominent members of the
Marathi community and speak
about the significance of Ganesh
Chaturthi.
Earlier, the Festival commenced
with ‘Ganesh Sthapana,’
was followed by Pooja, Arti, cultural
programme and dinner.
The Menu highlighted the quintessential
Maharashtrian favourites
of Shrikhand, Masala
Bhat, Tomato Saar and Batata
Bhaji.
The Association is now looking
forward to organising
Diwali celebrations.
Lord Ganesha at the home of Rennu Patil (sister of
Shailesh Bagwe, Accountant in Auckland) in her
Wadala home, Mumbai
Prashant Belwalkar is President of
the Auckland Marathi Association.
Pictures of the Festival were
taken by Sai Bedekar of Creative
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Cantabrians celebrate Eid Al Adha
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Guests on Ganesh Chaturthi Day- Shirish Paranjape is on the back row third from right; Aino Antikainen
and Coline Dumont are standing extreme right and extreme left
A Correspondent
More than 75 people attended
Ganesh Chaturthi at the family
home of Shirish Paranjape
on September 5, 2016.
Among them were members of the
Indian community and two special
guests – Coline Dumont of Belgium and
Aino Antikainen of Finland, both international
exchange students at Burnside
High School.
The Paranjape family has been celebrating
the Birthday of Lord Ganesha
since 2002.
“The number of devotees and guests
has been steadily growing. My wife
Manik was preparing food at home but
with the rise in the number of guests, we
arranged outside catering for the first
time this year. An increasing number of
families are now celebrating Ganapati
Bappa’ s Birthday every year in their
homes,” Mr Paranjape said.
Unique experience
Coline said: “It was a unique experi-
Lord Ganesha at the Paranjape home
ence – about 75 people in a house, singing
and clapping to honour their God. It
was quite impressive and noisy! These
lovely Indian people were in their traditional
dresses, and prayed for the welfare
of all. The Paranjape family hosted
the two of us, who do not even belong to
their religion or culture. They made us
welcome; we thought we were with our
own family. We learnt a lot about Hindu
religion and values.”
Mayor Lianne Dalziel with members of ethnic communities at the Festival. Raj and Nimmi Bedi (extreme
right) and Shirish Paranjape (Bottom row centre) are in the picture
Shirish Paranjape
The Nawawi Centre in
Christchurch organised a public
event on Sunday September 18,
2016 to celebrate Eid Al Adha.
The event, at which Mayor Lianne
Dalziel was the Chief Guest, was popular
with people of different cultures, ethnicities
and religions.
She witnessed lunchtime prayer and
addressed the gathering.
There was a range of activities including
Henna, Face-Painting and inflatables.
The highlight of the event was
‘DeenQuest,’ a specially designed Islaminspired
treasure hunt.
Henna was a highlight at the Eid Al Adha Festival
American cousin prepares for classical debut
Suzette Perry will present a Margam of
Bharata Natyam numbers
Venkat Raman
venkat@indiannewslink.co.nz
The fact that art transcends manmade
boundaries of religion, language
and even culture will once
again manifest itself at a Bharata
Natyam Arangetram later this month in
Auckland.
Suzett Perry, a North American by
birth (with Greek, German and Native
American lineage) can be expected to
bring pride and joy to lovers of this ancient
traditional dance at Selwyn Theatre
of Selwyn College in Kohimarama on
Saturday, October 22, 2016. Entry to the
event is by invitation only and those interested
may please contact Suzett. Email: suzett.arangetram@gmail.com
Her debut would be another significant
milestone for Kalaichelvi (Selvi)
Uthayakumaran, Principal and Director
of the Howick based Narthana Aalayam
School of Indian Dance. According to our
records Suzett would be her 36th student
to graduate in this form of Indian Fine
Arts.
Selvi is known for her uncompromising
stand on discipline and values of ‘Gurukul’
(Resident teaching and learning), and expects
her students to be committed to
the art. She approves students to organise
their Arangetram recitals only when
she is completely satisfied that they have
achieved the requisite proficiency.
What: Arangetram of Suzett Perry
Who: Narthana Aalayam School of Indian Dance
When: Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 5 pm
Where: Selwyn Theatre, Selwyn College
203 Kohimarama Road,
Kohimarama, Auckland
Entry: By invitation only
Contact: suzett.arangetram@gmail.com
In many ways, Suzett is one of a kind.
Impressive credentials
A graduate in Biochemistry (BSc) from
Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana,
she studied Mathematics and Statistics for
four years as a Master’s degree student at
Columbia University, an Ivy League school, in
New York City before moving to New Zealand
in 2005.
She has worked in the pharmaceutical
industry for over 20 years, initially as
a Research Scientist and currently as a
Regulatory Affairs Team Leader.
Since arriving in New Zealand, Suzett has
undergone extensive training in various ancient
Hindu techniques for spiritual growth
and developing mind power technique
through Tapa Energy Intensive courses.
She is a capable healer under the discipline
of Tap Shakti Vikas and received initiation in
2009. She is also a Reiki healer and has received
Reiki Grandmaster attunement.
Indian Newslink had carried her article entitled,
‘The Lamp clears the mind of dark
thoughts’ in its Diwali Special 2011 (October
15, 2011) issue.
Classical Journey
Her interest in Indian Classical Dance was
kindled after she watched the performance
of a visiting professional dance group from
Mumbai.
She was so inspired by this single performance
that she started seeking a teacher the
next day.
Her Indian Classical Dance journey began
as a student of Kathak. She was very passionate
about it and travelled to India in 2009 to
learn from a renowned Kathak dancer. She
had the opportunity to participate in a documentary
about Kathak that aired all over
India on Sahara TV.
She began learning Bharata Natyam under
Anuradha Ramkumar, Principal and Director
of ‘Nrithyabhinaya’ and a year later (in 2010)
started training under Selvi.
“I am grateful to both Gurus who encouraged
me to keep learning Bharata Natyam
and believed that I had the potential to
achieve proficiency,” she said.
Suzett completed a Certification in Bharata
Natyam from Annamalai University in India,
which required written theory and practical
dance exams.
She has also completed the Level 1 Carnatic
singing exam.
Over the years, Suzett has had the opportunity
to participate in performances in
Auckland and regularly helps in teaching
younger students.
Other interests
She has always been passionate about
dance and sport, as she also has years of combined
training in tap, jazz, ballet, Middle
Eastern dance, gymnastics, Shaolin Kung Fu,
and others.
Suzett supports organisations, such as
SAFE and SPCA, that help neglected and
abused animals, has been involved in social
activism and consciousness-raising activities
over the past few decades and is an avid writer
and reader of works by the intelligentsia.
There were food stalls offering authentic
ethnic food covering several cuisines.
A special feature was a cultural lounge
including a café that served delicacies of
the Middle East and Turkish coffee and
tea.
An art exhibition showcased different
aspects of Islamic art and culture.
The stage shows had regular entertainment,
cultural performances, traditional
music, and martial arts.
Members of Christchurch’s Interfaith
Society also visited the event.
Shirish Paranjape is Vice-President,
Christchurch Multicultural Council.
Indian Art and Culture
inspires Suzette Perry

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Domestic Violence Counselling Centre opens
Staff Reporter
info@indiannewslink.co.nz
A
Non-Governmental Organisation
that has been providing assistance
and support to victims of
family violence (women and
men) has recently opened an office with
additional facilities and services.
Roopa Aur Aap Charitable Trust (RAA)
shifted to its new premises last fortnight.
The facility, located at 1193B, Dominion
Road in Mount Roskill will function as the
main office of the Trust.
“Our staff number is small but each of
them is qualified, and committed to serving
the community. RAA is focused on catering
to the needs of people of Indian,
Fijian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Bangladeshi
and Nepalese origin. Members of our staff
speak a number of languages including
English, Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu and
Bengali,” Roopa Suchdev, Chairperson of
the Trust said.
Victims of Violence
The Mission of the Trust is to help any
woman or man in Auckland affected by
domestic violence and abuse to overcome
the mental and emotional harm and rebuild
their life.
The Trust runs a Family Support Group
called, ‘Jaagriti’ (Awakening) to offer
support to children affected by family
violence.
“The Trust has been providing family
support services since 2008 and is fast
expanding its activities. As we continue
to expand our services to cover all sections
of the South Asian communities, we
are encouraged by the increasing recognition
that RAA has been receiving all over
New Zealand. We have successfully bonded
many families and resolved several domestic
violence cases in Auckland,” Ms
Suchdev said.
Strategic Partnership
The Trust works in partnership with other
organisations and provides specialist
services to minority groups.
Roopa Suchdev (right) with Nivedita Vij and an official of Auckland District Board at a Health Workshop held recently
Roopa Suchdev with participants at a ‘Settling Professionally in New Zealand’ Workshop conducted by Rishi Bhatnagar
“This focus enables us to provide a
high quality, committed, dedicated service
that does help women turn their
lives around,” Ms Suchdev said.
Although the primary activity of the
organisation is associated with domestic
violence victim assistance and support,
it also actively provides help and advice
to people suffering difficulties and hurdles
in life. These include families suffering
unexpected tragedies, migrants
and international students who face
problems and challenges.
Specialist Services
“Our counsellors specialise in controlling
anger, depression, decision-making,
grief and loss, stress, anxiety,
trauma, relationships, conflict resolution,
parenting, and self-esteem. RAA
provides free professional and culturally
appropriate supportive services,” Ms
Suchdev said.
While worksops enable people to understand
their rights and servics avaiable
through RAA, cultural programmes
bring together people for amusement,
entertainment and fellowship.
The Trust also conducts fundraising
programmes to support victims of natual
disasters in various parts of the world.
Ahmadiyyas push for lasting peace
Dr Nadeem Ahmad
Faith leaders from several
mainstream religions
joined hands on
September 17, 2016 to
find ways to achieve lasting
peace.
The meeting held in Three
Kings, Mr Roskill, Auckland
under the theme, “Justice:
The Foundation for Lasting
Peace,’ was arranged by
the Ahmadiyya Muslim
Community New Zealand.
Race Relations Commissioner
Dame Susan Devoy, who was
the Chief Guest, said that a recent
survey had ranked New
Zealand as the fourth most
peaceful country in the world.
Peaceful country
“What sets us apart though
is that we have one of the most
ethnically diverse societies
in the western world. It is encouraging
to see that leaders of
so many different faiths have
come together for one purpose
of achieving peace through
their beliefs. The challenge for
us as a society going forward
though is to take the message
originating in this room to the
New Zealand population at
large,” She said.
Leaders representing
the Hindu, Sikh, Christian,
Dame Susan Devoy with members of various faiths at the Conference.
Buddhist, Jewish, and Islamic
faiths all highlighted how religion
can play a positive role
in promoting peaceful co-existence,
and increasing cohesion
in the society. The speakers
and guests at the event acknowledged
and thanked the
Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat for
arranging the meeting, and for
providing a platform for a positive
discussion to take place.
Interfaith engagement
Jamaat Acting President
Yunus Hanif said that the
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
worldwide continues to engage
all faith groups to find means to
achieve global peace.
“This Conference was a small
step on our long journey towards
that goal. The commitment
shown by our fellow faith
leaders today was heart-warming,”
he said.
The Ahmadiyya Muslim
Community is a dynamic,
fast-growing international revival
movement within Islam.
Founded in 1889 by Hadhrat
Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (1835-
1908) in Punjab, India, the
Community spans over 206
countries with membership exceeding
tens of millions.
Its motto of ‘Love for all and
hatred for none’ is evidenced
through the peaceful actions of
its millions of followers.
The New Zealand branch was
established in 1987 and has
more than 400 members.

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Model of the Fortnight
Cleanest thoughts bring
happiness and warmth
Life is meant to be experienced
King (perhaps
Queen) Size and
every moment should
be enjoyed. Waiting for happiness
will push it farther, says
Karuna Ashok Thawani, our
Model of the Fortnight.
Born in India on Christmas
Day in 1996, she belongs to a
family in which love and trust
are the guiding principles. She
regards her parents (Sonia and
Ashok) as the pillar of strength
and elder sister Jharna as the
source of inspiration.
Law & Psychology
Arriving in New Zealand
in 2003, Karuna is currently
a student at the University
of Auckland studying Law and
Psychology, hoping to become a
lawyer and neuropsychologist.
“I hope to work as a lawyer
fighting for the Crown. My
grandfather was a lawyer and
I hope to follow his footsteps.
My psychology degree is a way
of giving back what I gained to
the community. I wish to work
in medical camps for the needy
in developing countries,” she
said.
Karuna is a part-time employee
at Westpac, she recently
joined Radio Tarana as a programme
presenter.
“I love what I do and I find
it very fulfilling. I get to learn
new things at work, which I
find very exciting. I also get a
lot of pleasure in dancing and
skydiving,” she said.
Karuna said that her mission
in life is to be happy, learning
every step of the way to find
happiness in what she does.
Warming experience
She described Miss
Indianz as a ‘really warming
experience.’
“That platform was a
beautiful way to learn
about myself. Radio
Tarana, though a recent
venture, has already given
me a lot. It brings me
joy knowing that many people
appreciate what I do. I enjoy
performing in cultural
and community events. I also
teach and choreograph dance
performances,” she said.
It is often said that ambition
motivates a person to do
his or her best in every endeavour
and chase excellence.
Teenagers like Karuna
could well personify that
statement.
Photography:
Andrew Bignall
If you wish to be featured
as a Model of the
Fortnight, please write to
editor@indiannewslink.
co.nz
ASB prepares for Diwali 2016
Supplied Content
ASB is pleased to sponsor
the Auckland Diwali
Festival for the second
year running.
For 2016, ASB is taking its support
one step further as ASB staff
from across the city prepare for
a Saturday night performance
on the festival’s main stage
(October 15).
ASB’s Carmelina D’Souza and
Ruzbeh Palsetia have driven the
ASB staff, family and friends’
performance, and recruited external
choreographer Kesha
Surti from Khottey Sikkey. More
than 40 of them have been rehearsing
up to three times a
week for the past month.
ASB Head of Community,
Sponsorship and Events Mark
Graham said that the Bank is
pleased to support the Auckland
Diwali Festival for the second
successive year.
“ASB is proud to be involved
with the Auckland Diwali
Festival. Bringing the bright
lights, vibrant colours and exquisite
cuisines of India to the diverse
Auckland community, the
festival is becoming a special
date in the Auckland cultural
calendar and an important celebration
of the city’s diverse community,”
he said.
Embracing diversity
ASB is proud to embrace
diversity, acknowledging that
its people and customers come
from diverse backgrounds and
bring a wide range of skills and
experiences to their jobs. Diwali
is a significant day for many ASB
people and its customers.
ASB’s support of the Auckland
Diwali Festival sits alongside
existing sponsorships of the
Auckland Lantern Festival, the
ASB Auckland Marathon and the
ASB Classic.
As a leading provider of integrated
financial services in New
Zealand, ASB has a genuine
commitment to its community
Rehersal in progress
partnerships and fostering the
arts across the country.
The Festival
ASB staff performance on the
festival’s main stage on Saturday
night (October 15)
Free ASB balloons with glow
sticks
A social video sharing stand:
Festival-goers can record their
best Diwali dance moves on a
green screen video background
and then share it via social media
Every ASB video that is recorded
and shared on social media
will go into the draw to win one
of two, one night stays in the Sky
City Grand Hotel, with breakfast
for two at Gusto and a $200 Food
and Beverage voucher.

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OCTOBER 1, 2016
Take your healthy meal without a pound of flesh
The World marks ‘Vegetarian Day’ today (October 1)
Acharya Ajay Tiwari
All of us are aware that
non-vegetarian foods
are the products of
animals killed.
Hinduism, which is a ‘way
of life’ rather than a religion,
accords greater importance to
‘Dharma’, a concept which highlights
‘Ahimsa’ or non-violence as
the supreme mode of living.
India holds the roots of Hinduism
and is noted for its large
number of vegetarians and wide
availability of vegetarian foods.
Vegetarianism was once
adopted on religious grounds.
But today, the reason for ‘going
veg’ is more ethical, social and
spiritual, and has less to do with
religion.
This awareness needs to be
promoted on the special occasion
of ‘World Vegetarian Day’ on
October 1.
Ethical Reasons
All animals are sentient beings
and they go through exactly the
same pain, emotions and feelings
like humans. Just as how we
would love our pets sincerely,
we should know that there is not
much difference between pets
such as cats, dogs and other living
beings such as sheep, cattle,
pigs, chicken, geese, turkey, duck
and fish.
Exhibiting kindness to animals
is moral rectitude, not a sign of
weakness.
The golden rule, “Do unto
others as you would have them
do unto you,” emphasises the
fact that compassion should be
extended to all living beings, and
not limited to human beings.
“All animals are sentient
beings and they go through
exactly the same pain, emotions
and feelings like human
beings.”
Social Reasons
“We are what we eat” is
another well-known quote and
according to this, our minds,
thoughts, processes, likes and
dislikes are all determined by the
type of food we consume.
It is strongly believed that the
pain, anguish, fear, anxiety and
helplessness which the animals
endure whilst being slaughtered,
strangled or slit are imbibed into
the flesh of the animals and in
turn is passed on to the people
when they subsequently partake
the flesh.
Mughal Emperor Abdul Fath
Jalaluddin Mohammed Akbar
(better known as ‘Akbar the
Great’), who ruled Hindustan
during the 16th century,
patronised vegetarianism after
reportedly coming under the
influence of the Jain monk
Hiravijyaya who famously said,
“How could a man’s stomach be
a tomb of animals?”
Spiritual Reasons
The notion of ‘Karma’ can be
defined in simple terms as ‘when
a predator eats a prey, there
will be a time when the prey
becomes the predator and the
action will be reversed.’
One might argue that, even a
vegetarian is harming plants,
fruits, leaves, roots, trees, seeds
and stems. In justice terms - for
survival purposes, if eating
‘living beings like animals’ leads
to the punishment for ‘murder’
and eating ‘living things like
vegetables’ leads to the punishment
for ‘manslaughter’ – then
surely ‘manslaughter’ would be a
desirable option in one’s lifetime!
Health Reasons
In Hinduism, all foods are
classified into three categories:
Tamasic (Darkness), Rajasic
(Passion) and Sattvic (Purity).
Vegetarian foods, which come
under the ‘Sattvic’ category,
provide innumerable health
benefits.
Besides supplying vital
nutrients essential for health
and maintenance of body, they
are mostly cholesterol-free and
contain complex carbohydrates.
Vegetable protein can be found
in lentils, soybeans, black beans,
kidney beans, chickpeas, pinto
beans, lima beans, black-eyed
peas, quinoa, peas, corn, rice,
spinach, broccoli, bulgur, brown
rice, tempeh, firm and regular
tofu, soymilk, soy yoghurt, whole
wheat bread, whole wheat toast,
seitan (wheat gluten), bagel,
veggie baked beans, oatmeal,
almonds, cashews, peanut butter,
sunflower seeds, baked potato,
veggie burger and crackers.
A practising vegetarian will
find that the mind is calm and
focused, which accelerates progression
to a fast healthy, happy
and peaceful life.
Food Combinations
Non-vegetarians usually
believe that meat is their only
sole source of protein and that a
vegetarian diet provides little-tono
protein.
This is not true.
There are eight types of
proteins vital for life. While
meat contains all the eight types,
they lack in vitamins and the
‘Sattvic nature’ that lentils and
vegetables contain.
Traditional Indian vegetarian
foods such as ‘Dhal and Chawal’,
‘Sabzi and Roti’ and ‘Vada and
Pao,’ not only tickle the palate
but also contain four proteins
each that make up the eight
proteins that all human beings
need to survive.
Nowadays, a rich variety of
vegetarian dishes and meat
alternatives are on offer that
consuming animal flesh would
just be a mere excuse.
With nutritious vegetarian
ingredients available (as listed
herein), one can cook endless
breakfast, lunch, dinner and
snack combinations.
I wish all Indian Newslink
readers a ‘Happy World Vegetarian
Day!’
Acharya Ajay Tiwari is a
Priest and Preacher. He is
associated with Sanskrit Yoga
& Jyotish Trust and can be
contacted on (09) 2679980 or
021-0347956. Email: acharyatiwari@gmail.com
IN HOMAGE
TO THE
MOTHER
WHO ENTERED
SAINTHOOD
CANONISED BY
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MOTHER
TERESA
Bishop Patrick Dunn DD
The Roman Catholic Bishop of Auckland and Members of the Mother Teresa
Interfaith Committee invite you to attend an Interfaith Meeting
On SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27 2016 at 2.30 pm
At St Paul’s College, 183 Richmond Road, Ponsonby, Auckland
Guest Speaker
Gautam Lewis
Founder and Chief Executive Officer,
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Community Interest Company Ltd - London
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It is impossible for me to forget Saint Teresa of Kolkata. At three years old
I was abandoned after contracting polio and spent two years at Mother
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poverty and to a different destiny in London, England.
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WHAT’S DIFFERENT
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ATTEMPTATION
No. 011
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mused the French-born, British poet and master
of English prose, Hilaire Belloc (1870-1953), who
was referring to the familiar beverage produced
from the plant camellia sinensis. The word Tea,
however,certainly exists in other languages, where
it is known as Tee in German, The in French, Te in
both Spanish and Italian, Cha in Portuguese, and
Thee in Dutch; allrepeatedinthe addition sum.
And, sorry Mr Belloc, there is no Latin word for tea.
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SOLUTION TO 1733
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18 Fragrance
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Summer and Autumn.
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OCTOBER 1, 2016
West Auckland Indians plan Grand Diwali Fare
‘Ram Leela’ Group from Ayodhya due
Mahendra Sharma
Waitakere Indian
Association (WIA)
will celebrate its
annual Diwali
Mela at a new, convenient and
friendly venue this year.
This year’s Diwali will be held
on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at
Te Pai Netball Courts, located at
31-35 Te Pai Place, Henderson,
which is close to the Trusts
Stadium.
The WIA Diwali Mela will commence
at 11 am and conclude
with fireworks at 10 pm.
The origin of Diwali Mela in
West Auckland goes back to 2000
when Waitakere Indian Association
(WIA) held its first public
event at Corban Arts Centre in
Henderson.
Since then, the event has
been growing from strength to
strength to attract more than
10,000 visitors every year.
Bridge of Friendship
WIA Diwali Mela is a highly
popular event, focusing on
bringing together not only
people of Indian origin but also
other ethnicities resident in and
around Auckland.
Over the years, we have also
had the pleasure of welcoming
Ram Leela Group from Ayodhya India to perform at WIA Diwali 2016
people from other cities in New
Zealand. This event is seen as a
friendly and meaningful bridge
between the Indian Diaspora
and rest of Auckland.
One of the highlights of our
Diwali festivities is the staging
of ‘Ram Leela,’ a tribute to
Lord Rama (Incarnation of
Lord Vishnu, the Protector of
the Universe), whose return
to Ayodhya after vanquishing
the demon king Ravana of Sri
Lanka and rescuing his wife Sita
(who was held captive by Ravana)
is celebrated as Diwali. A
number of our children would
participate in this dance drama,
recapitulating the great Epic.
The UP Troupe
This year, we are privileged to
bring the Ram Leela group from
Ayodhya, located in the North
Indian State of Uttar Pradesh
to entertain the audience at the
Diwali Mela.
This group has performed
all over the world and will be
appearing at events in Australia
before coming to New Zealand.
Thereafter, the group will
travel to Fiji for performances.
Apart from ‘Ram Leela,’ WIA
Diwali Mela will feature a number
of Classical and Hindi film
music and dances, food stalls as
well as trade stalls.
WIA appreciates the continued
support of Henderson-Massey
& Whau Local Boards, Radio
Tarana, Portage Licensing Trust,
Travel Point, Tulip Financial
Services and Fresh Choice Glen
Eden.
Follow us on Facebook for up
to date
information https://www.
facebook.com/WaitakereIndianAssociation/
The following is an extract
from an article by former
WIA President and currently
Executive Committee Member
in Indian Newslink, September
15, 2014 issue.
Family Event
This event provides fun for
the whole family, with special
activities such as Sari Dressing,
Bollywood dance classes, Rangoli
and children’s amusement
area.
The overwhelming support
from Indian and wider
communities has inspired and
motivated WIA to consider ways
and means of enhancing the
scope and content of the event
year after year.
Varied significance
Diwali has great cultural, moral
and religious significance to
Hindus all over the world. The
Festival of Lights is celebrated in
a cordial atmosphere embracing
Indian culture and heritage. It
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is the time for happiness, renewing
friendship and working
towards collective wellness and
joy.
This festival is also intended
to attract the wider Kiwi communities
to participate in the
event. While New Zealanders
of varied cultural background
and ethnicity have always lived
and worked together, until a
few years ago, there was little
opportunity for them to witness
and understand each other’s
culture and heritage.
Events such as Diwali play
an important part in bringing
people of different cultures,
religions and faiths together,
a process that is imperative in
today’s world.
Editor’s Note: In South India,
Diwali denotes ‘Narakachathurdasi,’
a celebration of
lighting lamps at homes and
public places, marking the
victory of Narakasura, a demon
killed by Lord Krishna (a
later Avatar of Lord Vishnu).
However, in many places in
India, the ‘Return of Rama’
theory is popular.
What: Diwali Festival
Who: Waitakere Indian Association
Where: Te Pai Netball Courts, 31-35 Te Pai Place,
Henderson, West Auckland
When: Sunday, October 23 from 11 am to 10 pm
Entry: Free for all
Contact: Mahendra Sharma on 027 661 3242

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Another flight attendant gets into Cloud Nine
Miss Indianz 2016 Sunaina Chand with First Runner-Up (left) Jasdeep Kaur Basra and Second Runner-Up Sharanita Sharma
Venkat Raman
venkat@indiannewslink.co.nz
Jehangir Ratanji Dadabhoy
Tata the late Founder-Chairman
of Air India used to say
that flight attendants (Air
Hostesses as they were called then)
should not only be beautiful but
also be caring, alert, committed,
culturally conscious and handle
tricky questions and requests.
Those were indeed the qualities
that the judges at Miss Indianz
2016 were looking for in 26 contestants
who participated in the
annual event held at Aotea Square
on Saturday, September 17, 2016.
More than 500 people were present
at the event that has become a
cultural extravaganza, attracting a
cross-section of communities.
Title Winner
Sunaina Chand, a 23-year-old
woman from the picturesque
Kashmir in India won the Miss
Indianz 2016 title; she was the
second flight attendant to be
honoured with the title and third
Hamiltonian to reach the top since
the annual series began in 2002.
Writing to us soon after filing
her entry a few months ago, she
said that she was always focused
on achieving her goals.
“I am an outgoing and motivated
woman who thrives to get the
Miss Indianz 2016 Ashika Raj ties the Sash to her successor Sunaina Chand
most out of life and one of the
main goals is being a successful
Kiwi Indian woman, who gets to
represent our culture to the world.
I cannot say that there are certain
things I love doing more than
others because I believe I like to do
a bit of everything; but I can say
that I am very passionate about
modelling and acting. I believe
that being a Kiwi Indian gives me
the advantage of living with two
amazing cultures,” she had said.
First Runner-Up
Jasdeep Kaur, who was declared
First Runner-Up also believes in
getting to her roots, culture and
traditions.
Born and raised in New Zealand,
she has had the advantage of being
‘twin-cultured’ and long cherished
the hope that Miss Indianz would
accord her an opportunity to
explore new avenues.
Her prayers were answered on
September 17, 2016.
Jasdeep teaches the Punjabi
dance to children at the Punjabi
Virsa Arts and Dance Academy
of New Zealand for the past four
years.
“I enjoy it as I feel I get to
reconnect with my Punjabi roots
and love the fact that I have
an opportunity to share my
knowledge to my students. I was
looking forward to Miss Indianz
as it provided another platform
Lata Mangeshkar would have loved it here!
Miss Indianz 2016 At a Glance
Miss Indianz 2016: Sunaina Chand
First Runner-Up: Jasdeep Kaur Basra
Second Runner-Up: Sharanita Sharma
Miss Photogenic: Sunaina Chand
Judged by David Watson)
Miss Public Choice: Jasdeep Basra
Miss Friendship: Lipsa Patel
(Voted by Contestants)
Miss Potential Model: Vandhana Vikash
Miss Talent: Kavita Patel and Simran Madan
(Judged by Brigitte Knight and Monisha Kumar)
Best Speech Award: Risha Kumar
Pictures by Peter Jennings
to experience Indian culture and
grow as a person,” she said.
Second Runner-Up
Sharanita Sharma, who was
named Second Runner-Up at
Miss Indianz 2016 is a student at
Marist College, Catholic School
for Girls, Mount Albert, Auckland,
where she is the reigning Athletics
Champion for 2016.
She has won several prizes,
trophies, medals and certificates
for outstanding performance
in Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics,
Netball, Rowing, Soccer and
Swimming
Sharanita is currently training
to run a sub 13 second 100 meter
run at the New Zealand Secondary
Schools Athletics National Competition
to be held from December 2
to December 4, 2016.
Prior to her achievement, she
had said, “Miss Indianz 2016
will give me a strong platform to
become a positive and successful
advocate for young women and
men who have experienced
trauma.” As the third winner at
the event, she would now have
ample opportunities to realise her
ambitions in life.
Stars of 2016
Dharmesh Parikh, Director,
Rhythm House Limited which
organises the event said that Miss
Indianz 2016 was satisfying and
demonstrated the team spirit of
participants and others involved.
“Hemant Parikh, Melanie Ramsden
and Jacinta Lal were superb
in their role as Masters of Ceremonies,
while our panel of judges had
the unenviable task of choosing
the winners in various categories.
They have been a major source of
strength and encouragement to
us,” he said.
Mr Parikh also paid tribute to
Sunaina and Raima Roy, Kiranjit
Singh, X-Lake and Monisha School
of Dance for their performances in
the guest performers’ segment.
“We are already gearing up to
stage the 15th Annual Miss Indianz
on September 16, 2017. Details will
be published in Indian Newslink,
our website and announced on
Radio Tarana. There is substantial
evidence of interest already for
next year’s event,” he said.
Mr Parikh said that excluding
‘Pageant Factors’ such as fundraising
and elimination rounds
make Miss Indianz the best show
of its type,” he said.
Ratna Venkat
ratna@indiannewslink.co.nz
In the world of music,
especially those of the film
variety, Lata Mangeshkar
occupies a position of
great respect and prominence.
With more than 30,000 songs
rendered in more than 35 languages
to her credit, organising
an event to pay homage to her
inimitable talent is a challenge
in itself.
She is the only singer after
the late M S Subbulakshmi to be
conferred ‘Bharat Ratna,’ India’s
highest civilian honour.
Vidya Teke, Principal & Director
of Auckland based Aarohi
Academy of Music created a hat
trick on Saturday, September 24,
2016 at Dorothy Winstone Centre,
Auckland Girls’ Grammar
School not only doing justice
to the famous singer but also
providing an opportunity for
local talents to grow.
The music concert, titled,
‘Khamoshiyaan Gun Gunane
Lagi,’ was third in an annual
series, bringing together a
cross-section of the society.
Singers of Merit
Following an invocatory
number by Meena Basrur, Neha
Meher and Rekha Maheshwari,
Vidya set the pace for a
melodious evening with ‘Jago
Mohan Pyare,’ a lilting number
from ‘Jagte Raho’ (a 1956 film
starring Raj Kapoor and Nargis)
and ‘Pawan Diwani Na Maane’
(Dr Vaidya, 1962 with Vyjayanthimala
and Manoj Kumar).
Both songs were known for
their classical notes, dealt with
superb talent.
Guncha Singh proved to be
another singer of merit when
she performed ‘Jaane Kya Baat
Hai’ (Sunny, 1984, featuring
Sunny Deol and Amrita Singh).
This song later became a highlight
of an Album titled, ‘Unforgettable
Lata Mangeshkar.’
Guncha appeared a while
later with Joseph Jose to present
‘Kora Kagaz Tha Yeh Man Mera,’
one of the most popular songs
tuned by the late Sachin Dev
Burman. Picturised on Rajesh
Khanna and Sharmila Tagore
for ‘Aradhana’ (1969), this song
was an all-time favourite of producer-director
Shakti Samanta.
Joseph Jose is fast gaining the
reputation of possessing the
voice of Kishore Kumar and
his effortless rendition of the
great singer’s songs is receiving
favourable reviews.
Rhea Maheshwari drew wide
applause as she sang, ‘Bhai
Battur,’ a memorable Lata
Mangeshkar song from the 1968
Hindi hit film ‘Padosan.’ It is not
Vidya Teke renders ‘Jago Mohan Pyare’
generally acknowledged that
‘Padosan’ was a shot-by-shot
remake of the 1960 Tamil film
‘Adutha Veetu Penn,’ which
itself was a remake of ‘Pakkinti
Ammaye,’ a Telugu film released
in 1953.
Other Performers
Composition of music is such a
creative thing that songs tend to
be known for its singer’s quality,
or orchestration. On such a note,
‘Ab Toh Hai Tumse Har Khushi
Apni,’ sung by Simran Shah (the
original was performed by Lata
picturised on Jaya Bhaduri),
threw the limelight on Joseph
Alexander who created magic
on his Octopad.
Among the other notable
songs in the first half were
‘Maine Kahan Phoolon Se’ by
Aaishani Kotak (from 1975 film
Mili), ‘Dikhayi Diye Yun Ke
Bekhud Kiya’ sung by Rekha
Maheshwari (from Bazaar, 1982)
and ‘Tum Aa Gaye Ho Noor Aa
Gaya Hai’ by Shweta Divekar-
Shirsat and Joseph Jose (Aandhi,
1975), the last of which showed
Joseph in his elements.
Jai Puranik and Shriya Bhagwat-Chitale
were the Masters of
Ceremonies.
Another milestone
‘Khamoshiyaan Gun Gunane
Lagi III’ added another milestone
in the musical journey of
Vidya and her husband Shekhar
Babanrao Teke.
Their Live-in-Concert Series
propagates awareness of Lata’s
dedication to music amongst
the Indian community in New
Zealand. The annual event also
celebrates the birthday of Lata
Joseph Jose and Shweta Divekar-Shirsat singing ‘Tum Aa Gaye
Ho Noor Aa Gaya Hai’
(September 28).
The Concert had its initial
moments of anxiety with sound
issues which were later corrected.
Light effects were ‘touching,’
especially when Vidya rendered
‘Nindiya Si Jaagi Bahar’ (Hero,
1983) and Bengali fusion of ‘O
Sajana Barkha Bahaar’ (Parakh,
1960)
The live orchestra comprised
Hemant Thaker (Keyboard), Jay
Sharma (Harmonium), Joscel
Alexander (Acoustic Drums),
Joseph Alexander (Octopad),
Navneel Prasad (Tabla), Rezwan
Ashraf (Guitar), Shivan Padayachi
(Bass Guitar) and Swarali
Pande (Percussion).
With Reporting by Venkat
Raman; Pictures by Meghna
Muralimohan

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India begins spirited attack in Test Number 500
Apurv Shukla
India beat New Zealand
by 197 runs in the first
cricket test of the three
match series at the Green
Park Stadium in Kanpur on
September 26, 2016.
It was India’s 500th Test
Match, and started one of the
longest home summers for the
second-ranked test side, where
they are scheduled to play 13
test matches.
New Zealand was aiming to
win only their third Test Match
in India, first since 1988, when
Kane Williamson’s side started
the Kanpur Test.
In spite of losing the toss,
Kiwis put up a good performance
in the first innings restricting
India to 318.
The New Zealand spin trio Ish
Sodhi, Mark Craig and Michael
Santner, playing their first test
in India, made good use of the
conditions.
Left arm bowler Trent Boult
chipped in with three wickets.
Good start
New Zealand started well in
response, reaching 159/1 when
rain interrupted play on Day 2
of the match.
Things turned around
for India though on
Day 3 with spin twins
Ravichandran Ashwin
and Ravi Jadeja getting
all the wickets.
Ross Taylor was out
without scoring.
Williamson, returning
to the country where
he scored a century on
debut in 2010, was the
standout performer top
scoring with 75 runs.
India in their second
innings looked like
a team batting on a different
pitch to the Kiwis.
Opener Murali Vijay and
Cheteshwar Pujara (who
was looking to make
the one-down position)
scored well.
Chasing history
India set the Kiwis a
target of 434 runs to win
the test match.
New Zealand was chasing
history in their quest
to win the game.
The previous highest
fourth innings total in
India by a touring team
was 276 by the West
Indies in 1987.
When Ashwin, opening
the bowling, trapped
Williamson on the back
foot in the final session
of the fourth day at
Green Park, he became
the fastest Indian bowler
to 200 Test wickets,
reaching the milestone in
his 37th Test.
He beat the record
previously held by
Harbhajan Singh who
achieved the feat in 46
tests.
Guptill disappoints
Auckland opener
Martin Guptill again disappointed
against the
red ball; scoring a total of
21 runs in the match.
His place for the second
test looks in jeopardy
with a fit again
Jimmy Neesham slotted
to come back.
For Man of the Match
Jadeja, it was a brilliant
start to the home series.
Not only did he pick six
wickets, but also scored
valuable runs down the
order in both innings.
As the series heads east
to Kolkata, New Zealand
has a tough job on hand.
The team must to put
up a more spirited defence
and attack mechanisms
against the Indian
spinners - in all likelihood-
three of them at
Eden Gardens.
Ravichandran Ashwin finished with match figures of 10-225 as India cantered to a 197-run win
Picture by BCCI
India played some bad shots to throw away wickets to New Zealand on the first day
Picture by Reuters
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