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• AEN journal
  Aotearoa Ethnic Network Journal is published by Wairua Consulting. It presents commentaries and critical perspectives from those in or involved with ethnic and religious communities in Aotearoa/New Zealand. All issues are available full-text.
  
  
• Alliance Française de Wellington
  AF is part of the world-wide network and is a centre for French language and culture in Wellington. Includes information about France; French language courses run by the organisation for different age groups; newsletters; events and replays of items from Access Radio.
  
  
• Ancestors of the mind : a Pakeha whakapapa / J.E. Traue
  Description of the culture and literature that James Traue offered as his genaealogy, his whakapapa, on a visit to Ngāti Raukawa marae at Otaki, N.Z.
  
  
• Ao Māori mai i te tairawhiti
  Promoting a better understanding of Māori words, phrases and the cultural significance of places and people within Tairawhiti (Gisborne district).
  
  
• Asia:NZ Foundation
  Information about Asia:NZ, a non-profit organization promoting greater understanding between New Zealand and Asia. Includes online publications and links to Asian culture, education, business and news. Directory of Asian-related organisations and community groups based in New Zealand.
  
  
• Asian Health
  Site groups together Asian health resources intended for use by health and social service professionals as well as people in the community.
  
  
• Asian Studies Institute, Victoria University of Wellington
  The purpose of the Asian Studies Institute is to act as the central agency in Victoria University of Wellington for all the University's Asia-related activities. These include research, teaching and outreach into the wider community. The web site provides information on staff, teaching and research areas, and publications. Links to conferences and other Asian Studies Centres are included.
  
  
• Auckland Refugees as Survivors Centre
  RAS provides mental health services for refugees and migrants, and helps people resettle in New Zealand. The site contains details about community activities and a directory of refugee services.
  
  
• Auckland University Pacific Islands Students Association (Inc)
  Includes a brief history of AUPISA, a photograph exhibition, contact details, favourite links, a guest book, news and notices.
  
  
• Bangladesh New Zealand Friendship Society
  Information about the BNZFS and links to sites including newspapers and music.
  
  
• Bharat-Darshan : world's first Hindi literary magazine on the net
  Includes poetry, short stories, editorial, interview, and news, in Hindi and English. Includes Hindi language lessons.
  
  
• Bohemian Association : descendants of Puhoi and Ohaupo (New Zealand) pioneers originating from Bohemia
  Information, news, and events relating to the Bohemian Association, which aims to preserve Bohemian culture in New Zealand. Includes information about traditional music, dance, and customs.
  
  
• British Council New Zealand
  In New Zealand, the British Council focuses on arts; science, technology and the environment; education; and governance, with a view to creating opportunity for policy-makers, managers, researchers, practitioners, teachers and students alike. The web site provides information on activities in these areas. It also includes information about British Council activities and services; events pages; and answers to frequently asked questions.
  
  
• British High Commission in New Zealand
  The site provides an office directory and general information about the British High Commission in New Zealand as well as information about Britain, trade and investment services and travel. It provides links to other sites, including the British Council.
  
  
• Canterbury Caledonian Society
  The Canterbury Caledonian Society site includes information about the Society; its pipe band; the Caledonian Collection of archives, relics, pictures and books; highland dancing; country dancing; and the Clan MacFarlane Society. It also provides links to related sites.
  
  
• Celebrant.co.nz
  Directory of New Zealand celebrants with links to other wedding related sites. Site has information on celebrant for weddings, funerals, baby naming ceremonies, gay/lesbian celebrations, etc.
  
  
• Centre for Applied Cross-Cultural Research = Te Pai Rangahau Tauhōkai Ahurea
  Website of an applied research centre at Victoria University that provides research, training, programme development, and policy advice in major areas of cross-cultural study including cross-cultural comparison, acculturation and adaptation, cultural diversity and intergroup relations and ethno or indigenous psychologies.
  
  
• Chinese Conservation Education Trust
  The CCET is a group dedicated to educating the Chinese community in New Zealand about environmental protection and conservation through projects and activities. Includes information about the trust, details of past and future activities and conservation news.
  
  
• Chinese in New Zealand
  Articles and information collected by Steven Young about the Chinese community in New Zealand, particularly those who have been here several generations. Provides articles by a variety of authors and covers all aspects of political, cultural and social life; includes family histories and information about the poll tax reconcilliation process.
  
  
• Chinese New Settlers Services Trust = Hua ren she qu fu wu zhong xin
  Bilingual website providing information about the Chinese New Settlers Services Trust (CNSST). The Trust aims to help Chinese immigrants overcome difficulties such as cultural and language barriers that can prevent them integrating and contributing to New Zealand society.
  
  
• Christchurch community directory : Māori and Pacific Island community organisations
  Directory of organisations providing services for Māori and Pacific Islanders.
  
  
• Circolo Italiano di Wellington, Inc.
  Outlines the activities of the club, which include language classes and showing of Italian films.
  
  
• Consulate of the Republic of Poland, Auckland, New Zealand
  In addition to information about the consulate, the web site includes: the Polish Heritage Trust of New Zealand, the Honorary Consul, Pahiatua Children, "Sybiraki" the Society of Deportees to Siberia, Polish Literary Club in NZ, links to other Polish organisations and institutions, information about Poland, information about New Zealand, books located on the internet by NZ Polonia.
  
  
• Cultural safety = Kawa whakaruruhau / Irihapeti Merenia Ramsden
  Cultural safety and nursing education in New Zealand.
  
  
• Dannevirke Scandinavian Club
  Outlines the activities of the Dannevirke Scandinavian Club. Information on the history of Scandinavian immigrants in Dannevirke, Norsewood and Ekatahuna.
  
  
• Daughters of the Pacific
  Provides a supportive environment for Pacific women to explore issues and share experiences of being New Zealand born. The web site includes the stories of some of the members.
  
  
• Directory on cultural diversity
  Published in partnership with the New Zealand Diversity Action Programme. Includes information on government departments, crown entities, state owned enterprises, information and services, help with rights and the law alongside content focused on helping culturally diverse New Zealanders and host society agencies work with each other.
  
  
• Ethnic Voice New Zealand Inc.
  Information about Ethnic Voice NZ and its work to foster collaborative relationships between ethnic communities and government agencies. Discusses issues affecting minority ethnic groups in New Zealand, and services for ethnic groups.
  
  
• Filipino migrant news
  Web site of the monthly newspaper which aims to be the voice of Filipinos in New Zealand. News items; comparison of living in New Zealand and the US; events calendar and information about subscribing to, and advertising in, the newspaper.
  
  
• Friends of Tibet (NZ)
  Promotes awareness of Tibetan issues. Includes information about Tibet, the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan flag.
  
  
• Global Indian : New Zealand's e-zine for Indians abroad
  Global Indian focuses on the lives and lifestyle of Indians in New Zealand and around the world. All issues are available in full-text.
  
  
• Goethe Institut Wellington
  Promotes the German language and fosters international cultural cooperation. An important goal is to promote international cultural cooperation by organising a broad variety of events to present German culture. Offers workshops and teacher training seminars for teachers of German as a second language, and also provides an extensive examination program.
  
  
• Humanities research network = Te whatunga rangahau aronui
  The HRN, Humanities Society of New Zealand includes databases of organisations engaged in research in the humanities, people engaged in research and their areas of interest, funding opportunities and news.
  
  
• Indian newslink : the voice of the community in New Zealand
  Indian Newslink is published by Indiana Publications (NZ). It is a community newspaper carrying news, reports, analyses, features, coverage of issues that affect our world, country, society and community. Issues are available in full text.
  
  
• Islamic Ahlulbayt Foundation of New Zealand
  Information about Islam and Muslims, with audio files of the Quran.
  
  
• Korea times
  Website of New Zealand Times-Korean Weekly, a Korean language newspaper.
  
  
• Kowiana
  Kowiana aims to reach and connect young "Kowis" (young adult Kiwis with Korean decent) through education, support, and opportunities to address issues of multiculturalism, and to celebrate dual cultural identities.
  
  
• Kuai bao = Chinese express
  Web edition of Chinese express, a Chinese nationwide newspaper in New Zealand, in Chinese with a little English. Has video clips. Note: Requires a browser or system that support Chinese code.
  
  
• Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs : social and economic prosperity for Pacific people
  Overview of MPIA, online publications, resources to increase understanding of Pacific peoples, regional news, legal information and information on sources of funding.
  
  
• Netherlands Federation
  The national body of Dutch societies in New Zealand. Includes contact details, club activities and events for each of the regional societies.
  
  
• Network Waitangi Otautahi
  Introduces this Christchurch society who promote understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi to non-Māori. Includes online resources.
  
  
• New Zealand AM : the Asian magazine
  AM (Asian Magazine) is an English language magazine for Asians living in New Zealand. Selected content from each issue is available.
  
  
• New Zealand Asia Institute = Te Roopu Aotearoa Ahia
  University of Auckland's New Zealand Asia Institute. Includes event details, links to papers and presentations and the Institute's newsletter.
  
  
• New Zealand Asian Studies Society : NZASIA
  NZASIA encourages the spread of knowledge about Asia especially through tertiary education sector. The site includes information on subscriptions to New Zealand journal of Asian studies, its biennial conferences, scholarships and directories of New Zealand-based Asia specialists and postgraduate studies of Asia.
  
  
• New Zealand China Friendship Society Inc.
  Information about the New Zealand China Friendship Society and its work to foster links between people of New Zealand and China. Includes a section on Rewi Alley.
  
  
• New Zealand Chinese Association (Inc.) = Niuxilan hua lian zong hui
  Information about the NZCA, its branches, and its history. Includes newsletters, and a calendar of upcoming events.
  
  
• New Zealand diversity
  Product of a citizens' forum held at Parliament on Aug. 23, 2004, which discussed ways toward cultural harmony in New Zealand, and the first step in the resulting New Zealand Diversity in Action Programme. Includes electronic discussion forum.
  
  
• New Zealand Federation of Ethnic Councils Inc
  The role of the Federation is to support, inform and advocate for New Zealand's minority ethnic communities. The site provides information about the organisation, its events and activities. It includes online publications and provides links to regional ethnic councils.
  
  
• New Zealand Indian Central Association Inc.
  Information about the NZCIA, its structure, affiliated branches, and membership. Includes the constitution, AGM reports, executive committee meeting minutes and current and future events.
  
  
• New Zealand Ireland Association
  The New Zealand Ireland Association was established in 1987 for Kiwis living and working in Ireland as well as for Irish people with an interest in New Zealand. In addition to information about the Association, the site includes news and events, recipes, a message board, an online newsletter and links to other sites of interest.
  
  
• New Zealand Irish directory
  "A guide to most things Irish in New Zealand."
  
  
• New Zealand Japan Societies
  News and information about Japan, with links to relevent sites, including directories of Japan Societies in New Zealand and Friendship Societies in Japan.
  
  
• New Zealand Jewish page
  Directory of Jewish organisations in New Zealand.
  
  
• New Zealand journal of Asian studies
  New Zealand Journal of Asian studies is published by the New Zealand Asian Studies Society, and contributes to the knowledge and understanding of Asian politics, societies and civilisations by fostering research by its members or others. Contents pages of issues are available.
  
  
• New Zealand Khmer Community
  Information about Cambodia and Cambodians living in New Zealand, including social, religious and cultural events and services, and links to Cambodian community groups.
  
  
• New Zealand Netherlands Foundation
  NZNF is dedicated to fostering and supporting the benefits of an ongoing relationship between New Zealand and the Netherlands. Includes details of the Foundation's previous and on-going projects.
  
  
• New Zealand Sri Lanka Foundation
  Promotes Sri Lankan culture and provides information on and for the Sri Lankan community in New Zealand. Includes online newsletters.
  
  
• NF : New Zealand National Front
  Organisation "concerned with the preservation and advancement of the unique New Zealand European culture".
  
  
• NZ Ireland Connection
  This site has been established to highlight the historical and contemporary connections between New Zealand and Ireland. It includes a brief history of Irish emigration; a bibliography; details of New Zealand connections in Ireland; past and contemporary Irish connections in New Zealand; a list of Irish migrants; and links to relevant sites.
  
  
• NZ US Council
  The Council advocates for the expansion of trade and economic links between New Zealand and the United States. Website includes background information on the Council, relevant links, press releases, news items and a discussion of key issues on the topic of US/New Zealand relations.
  
  
• NZ wedding planner
  Includes a service directory, wedding planner, online magazine and gown gallery. Examples of information to be found on this site are music suggestions and wedding anniversaries.
  
  
• NZedge.com
  "The New Zealand Edge is a new way of thinking about our identity, people, stories, achievements and place in the world." The site contains stories of heroic New Zealanders, visitor commentaries, speeches covering over 30 themes, and NEWZEDGE: a weekly summary of new Zealanders' impact on the world's news. It also includes images.
  
  
• nzlive.com : New Zealand culture online
  Provides information on many events and activities, and organisations that make them happen. Covers live events, exhibitions, festivals, sport, conferences, and Māori, Pacific Island and Asian cultural events.
  
  
• Office of Ethnic Affairs = Te Tari Matawaka
  The Office of Ethnic Affairs provides a referral and information service for ethnic communities and policy advice to government.
  
  
• Pākehā, its origin and meaning / by Jodie Ranford
  Discusses the origins and range of meanings attributed to the term Pākehā.
  
  
• Polish community living in Wellington, New Zealand
  Activities and resources for the Wellington Polish community with links and information about various organisations and groups promoting Polish culture in the Wellington region.
  
  
• Polish heritage of Otago and Southland
  Polish Heritage of Otago and Southland Trust site describes the activities of the Polish community in the regions. Includes a brief history of the Trust, a photo gallery, news, letters, articles, an online newsletter and genealogy information. Some content in Polish.
  
  
• Polynesian Society home
  Promotes the scholarly study of past and present New Zealand Māori and other Pacific Island peoples and cultures. Includes list of publications.
  
  
• Powhiri : New Zealand's welcoming spirit
  A comprehensive guide to a powhiri, a Māori ceremony of welcome.
  
  
• Probasee Bengalee Association of NZ Inc
  Non-profit organisation promoting Bengalee art, culture and activities in New Zealand. Site features a history of Probasee, upcoming events, a message board for members, and archived annual reports and newsletters.
  
  
• Quality of life in twelve of New Zealand's cities
  Presents data from the latest quality of life survey in Rodney, North Shore, Waitakere, Auckland, Manukau, Hamilton,Tauranga, Porirua, Hutt, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. Past reports available in PDF format.
  
  
• Radio Samoa 1593AM, 88.2FM : Auckland.NZ
  A radio station for the Samoan people in New Zealand.
  
  
• Radio Tarana 1386 AM : No.1 Indian radio station
  Hindi internet radio station, Radio Tarana, aimed at providing New Zealand's Indian community with music, news, and entertainment. Includes a daily programme of music, talkback shows and news, with video interviews and reviews of Bollywood films.
  
  
• Review : Asia New Zealand Foundation magazine
  Foundation's quarterly magazine, covering Asian culture, business, education, news, and Asia-New Zealand relations. Issues available in full-text.
  
  
• Ruth DeSouza : growth and development through inspiration
  Educator and mental health professional. Site covers, migration and New Zealand; health and social issues; mental health; women's health; culture and health and research papers.
  
  
• Samoa Capital Radio : Siu·fofoga o le Laumua on Access 783 am
  A radio station for the Samoan people in New Zealand.
  
  
• Scandinavian Club of Manawatu : including the Wellington Scandanavian Club
  Outlines the activities of the Scandinavian Club of Manawatu and its affiliated club the Wellington Scandinavian Club. Includes information on the history of Scandinavian immigrants in Manawatu, genealogical information, a list of books about Scandinavians in New Zealand, and photographs.
  
  
• Shakti Community Council Inc.
  Information of interest to migrant women. Includes a list of member organisations and services they provide, and a newsletter.
  
  
• SINZASA : South Island New Zealand Association of Southern Africans
  Supports South Africans living in the South Island of New Zealand. Includes online newsletter.
  
  
• Sister Cities New Zealand
  This website lists New Zealand cities, towns, districts and ports that have entered into a sister-city, twinning or friendship relationship and their overseas counterparts.
  
  
• Società Dante Alighieri, Auckland (Inc.)
  Auckland Italian society. Includes message board and information about their Italian language classes.
  
  
• Società Dante Alighieri, Christchurch
  Information about the Christchurch Italian society and its work to promote Italian language and culture. Details about meetings, events, courses, recipes, and the weekly radio program Cartolina.
  
  
• Spasifikmag.com
  Information and articles from the Polynesian focussed Spasifik magazine. Includes information about travel in the pacific and articles about sport and leisure, weddings, education and business.
  
  
• St Patrick's Festival
  Information on St Patrick's Day and the New Zealand Irish heritage. Also includes links to other Irish resources.
  
  
• swiss.org.nz : Swiss on the Net in New Zealand
  Provides a list of Swiss clubs and organisations in New Zealand and Australia; news and event details of participating clubs and organisations; and profiles of club members who want to share common interests.
  
  
• Tung Jung Association of NZ Inc, est 1926
  Association formed by settlers from the Jungsen and Dong Guan districts of the Guangdong Province of China. Site offers membership information, events calendar, culture classes, family history research and newsletter.
  
  
• United Sri Lanka Association Inc.
  Supports Sri Lankans in New Zealand by promoting cultural, sporting and social events while also promoting Sri Lanka to New Zealanders.
  
  
• United Sri Lanka Association, Auckland Branch
  USLA provides various services to the Sri Lankan community in Auckland inclulding cultural events, musical performances, sporting and recreational activities.
  
  
• Waikato University Tokelauan Student Association
  Information about the Association and its students.
  
  
• Wellington Indian Association Inc.
  Includes the constitution of the association and online monthly newsletter, Patrika.
  
  
• Westfield Style Pasifika
  Includes show information, past photographs and entry forms for the annual Pacific themed fashion show.