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اسلام وعلیکم / قیااورا محترم کمیونٹی ممبران، آئیں سب ملکر اپنے اوراپنی سماج کے لوگوں کے لئے درست اقدام اٹھائیں۔ براہ کرم یہ بات ذہن نشین کر لیں کہ آپکا ویزہ سٹیٹس کا آپکے کووڈ ٹیسٹ اور ویکسین سے کوئی تعلق نہ ہے۔ حکومت کی طرف سے بار بار یہ بتایا جا رہا ہے کہ جو کوئی بھی اس وقت نیوزی لینڈ میں موجود ہے اسکے لئے کووڈ ٹیسٹ اور ویکسین مفت ہے اور آپکی کوئی بھی صحت اور ذاتی […]
مضمون؛ لاک ڈائون کے دوران مدد اگر آپ کو لاک ڈاؤن کے دورانیے میں کسی بھی قسم کی مدد کے لیے ملک بھر میں پانز کے نمائندوں سے ہنگامی رابطے کی تفصیلات نوٹ کریں۔ یاد رہے آکلینڈ انتباہ لیول تین کی سطح پر ہے، اور باقی سارا نیوزی لینڈ انتباہ لیول دو پار ہے۔ > اگر آپ کو سردی، فلو یا کوویڈ 19 کی علامات ہیں تو اپنے ڈاکٹر یا ہیلتھ لائن 08003585453 پر فون کریں اور جانچ پڑتال کے […]
“15 March Memorial Cricket Day” Australian Federal Police visited Christchurch and played two cricket games against Muslim teams in 2019. This event was going to be a yearly event, and to be repeated every year. Marist Harewood Cricket Club (MHCC) in association with Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ) and Pakistan Association of New Zealand (PANZ) is organizing “15 March Memorial Cricket Day” on Sunday 7 March 2021 at MHCC grounds, Redwood Park, Christchurch. Australian Federal Police is […]
On 31 December 2020, the tenure of current PANZ office bearers was completed. An Election Commission was formed. The election schedule was announced on 14/12/2020, with a closing date of 10/01/2021 for expressions of interest (EOI) for the President and three Advisory Board members. This closing date was extended to 17/01/2021 on the community’s feedback. Advisory Board The Election Commission received only three valid EOI for the Advisory Board members. As there are only three member’s positions to fill, these […]
Pakistan Association of New Zealand (PANZ) held a multi Ethnic Tape Ball Cricket tournament on 6 December 2020. The tournament was played at Glover Park in St. Heliers, Auckland from 7.00am to 7.00pm. Sixteen teams of various ethnic background participated in the event. Teams had players from Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and New Zealand origin. Semifinals were played between Pashtun United (Afghanistan) & Epson Lightening (Srilankan) and Nengyalees (Pakistan) & Loaded 8 (Pakistan). Epson Lightening and Loaded 8 […]
Pakistan Association of New Zealand (PANZ) held Pakistan Community Awards 2020 on Saturday 21 November at Te Atatu Community Centre, Auckland. Programme started with beautiful Quran recitation and Naat-e-Rasool (Peace Be Upon Him). Live music with Pakistani songs was performed throughout the programme. Transportation Minister Hon Micheal Wood, Ethnic Communities Minister Hon Priyanca Radhakrishan, Race Relations Commissioner Meng Foon, President FIANZ Mr Ibrar Sheikh, President New Zealand Muslim Association Mr Ikhlak Kashkari, Ms Nandita Mathur from the Office of Ethnic […]
Endorse or nominate a candidate for Community Service Awards 2020 PANZ is inviting nominations for ‘Community Service Awards 2020’. These awards are presented annually to those community members who have consistently demonstrated a dedication to community service, and to improving the lives of others with their outstanding performance. PANZ has contributed to number of community support programs during this year. PANZ took key initiates to engage the community with the latest updates on COVID-19 pandemic situations, supported the stranded Pakistani […]
We are thankful to our community members and all the participants for the overwhelming response we received towards our Eid Card Competition 2020. Though all the Eid Cards were beautiful, and we really appreciate the time, effort and love our young community members put in to prepare them, however we are bound to choose 10 lucky winners as per the criteria which was based on the highest number of likes on PANZ Facebook Page. Pakistan Association of New Zealand is […]
Salam / Kia Ora We would be happy to tell you that the Pakistan Association of New Zealand has successfully distributed Eid cards to the children of Pakistani community. We are very grateful to our Women Wings Coordinator and our volunteers who helped us by making this event a success. It is truly their hard work, and day and night efforts, that the children of the community happily acknowledged. The purpose of PANZ was also achieved which was to see […]
Dr. Abdul Malik – High Commissioner of Pakistan to New Zealand – and Mr. Naveed Hamid – President of Pakistan Association Of New Zealand were invited to the talk show by Apna Television hosted by Roy Kaund (Senior Editor). This talk show was specific to COVID-19 to discuss the various steps, action and measures that PANZ and HC took from day one to deal with this pandemic situation at community level in New Zealand.
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Asalaam-o-Alaikum / Kia Ora
Respected Community Members
Event Postponed – “15 MARCH MEMORIAL CRICKET DAY” CHRISTCHURCH
With the latest developments in the COVID-19 situation and recent announcements of Alert Level 3 for Auckland and the rest of New Zealand moving to Alert level 2, it’s now vital to limit social contact and avoid gathering. For that reason, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone our upcoming event ‘“15 MARCH MEMORIAL CRICKET DAY” CHRISTCHURCH’ until further notice. While we know this is disappointing, we hope you can understand the steps we’re taking to help keep our community safe.
From our whānau to yours, kia kaha and stay safe.
Shukria / Ngā mihi.
Team #PANZ
Asalaam-o-Alaikum / Kia Ora
Respected Community Members
Event Postponed – 23 March Pakistan Day Event
With the latest developments in the COVID-19 situation and recent announcements of Alert Level 3 for Auckland and the rest of New Zealand moving to Alert level 2, it’s now vital to limit social contact and avoid gathering. For that reason, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone our upcoming event ‘23 March Pakistan Day’ until further notice. While we know this is disappointing, we hope you can understand the steps we’re taking to help keep our community safe.
From our whānau to yours, kia kaha and stay safe.
Shukria / Ngā mihi.
Team #PANZ
Assalam-o-Allaikum / Kia ora,
Dear community members,
The “Education (Strengthening Second Language Learning in Primary and Intermediate Schools) Amendment Bill, Member’s Bill, 99—1” introduced in the New Zealand House of Representatives.
This bill aims to strengthen primary and intermediate schools’, including Communities of Learning, access to language learning through additional resources provided by the government to fund professional development, language specialists, and online resources. Under the bill, regulations will be made to identify at least ten priority languages, which will be set following nationwide consultation with communities.
The bill was introduced on 06/09/18, and the first reading was passed on 01/07/20. The passage of the First Reading of the bill is an important milestone. The bill is currently with the Select Committee, and the next phase will be the Second Reading. At this crucial stage, the Select Committee gathers information and prepares a report on the bill for the House, including recommending changes to the bill. In the Second Reading, the House debates the select committee report and votes on the bill.
Urdu is widely spoken and understood not only in Pakistan but also in other South Asian countries, a large number of which live in New Zealand. Introducing our national language Urdu at an early age in the school environment will have a lasting impact on our future generations. It is a rare opportunity for the Pakistani community to make its recommendations known to Parliament and to play its part in promoting the national language, Urdu, here in New Zealand.
Public submissions for “Education (Strengthening Second Language Learning in Primary and Intermediate Schools) Amendment Bill, Member’s Bill 99-1” are being accepted. The submissions are publicly issued and published on the Parliament’s website. Submissions can be written by anyone and help the committee understand what the public thinks about a particular issue. Submissions require only your name or the name of the organization. one day left in the submission of this bill, and the closing date is 28 January 2021.
The Pakistan Association of New Zealand (PANZ) recommends that the inclusion of Pakistan’s national language in secondary languages be given priority in New Zealand. Further calls on the community to take their voices to Parliament for the promotion of the national language Urdu.
Follow the link below to make your submissions.
https://www.parliament.nz/en/ECommitteeSubmission/53SCEW_SCF_BILL_80226/CreateSubmission
Shukria / Ngā mihi
Team #PANZ
Asalaam-o-Alaikum / Kia Ora
Dear Community Members,
On 31 December 2020, the tenure of current PANZ office bearers was completed. An Election Commission was formed. The election schedule was announced on 14/12/2020, with a closing date of 10/01/2021 for expressions of interest (EOI) for the President and three Advisory Board members. This closing date was extended to 17/01/2021 on the community’s feedback.
Advisory Board
The Election Commission received only three valid EOI for the Advisory Board members. As there are only three member’s positions to fill, these three members are elected unopposed, and we are pleased to announce their names.
1-Mr. Asim Mukhtar (Auckland)
2-Mr. Basharat Ali Jan (Auckland)
3-Mr. Ammar Munir (Hamilton)
Executive Council
For PANZ President and the Executive Council members, the Election Commission received only one EOI from the current President, Mr Naveed Hamid, and his team. This EOI has now been accepted and elected unopposed. The Election Commission is pleased to announce Mr Naveed Hamid as the new PANZ President for the next tenure 2021 to 2023.
1-Mr. Naveed Hamid (President)
2-Mr. Ajaz Nusrat ( Vice President)
3-Mr. Umair Zia (General Secretary)
4-Mr. Muhammad Arshad (joint Secretary)
5-Mrs. Syed Nida Furqan (Treasurer)
Regional Heads and Other Support Roles for Executive Council
1-Mr. Ali Shabbir (Waikato Regional Head)
2-Mr. Syed Khurram Iqbal (Hawke’s Bay Regional Head)
3-Mr. Muhammad Asim Hussain (Otago Regional Head)
4-To be nominated later (Bay of Plenty Regional Head)
5-Mr. Farrukh Gul Qaisrani (Principal Advisor)
6-Mr. Qaiser Rashid (National Relationship Advisor)
We congratulate the new PANZ team and wish them the best of luck in serving the Pakistan community in New Zealand.
Shukria / Ngā mihi,
Farooq Chaudhry
Syed Ahsan Ahmad
Umar Amjad
PANZ Election Commission
Asalaam-o-Alaikum / Kia Ora
Respected Community Members,
We are very pleased to inform you that Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ) resumed its business from Saturday 3 October 2020 with its Annual General Meeting (AGM).
As you might be aware that FIANZ affairs were halted due to conflicts among the FIANZ council members. A group comprising of prominent Pakistani elders and community members facilitated meditation between the FIANZ councils over the past few months. Mediation was led by Dr Hanif Quazi, who is Pakistan community elder from Palmerston North. Mr Naveed Hamid, President of Pakistan Association of New Zealand (PANZ) was also part of the mediation group. Other members of the mediation group consisted of Mr Qaiser Rashid, Strategy & Finance Coordinator of PANZ, Dr Ibrar Khalid, Dr Muhammad Shaib, and Mr Rehan Badar.
FIANZ council members agreed to the FIANZ President election which took place in Wellington on 20 September 2020. Mr Ibrar Sheikh was elected as new FIANZ President. AGM took place in Auckland on 3 October 2020. FIANZ council members and a number of community members attended the AGM. Mr Ibrar Sheikh, elected president, announced his executive council during the AGM.
Mr Ibrar Sheikh and his executive committee shall complete FIANZ reforms including comprehensive constitutional review, during the first year by virtue of the mediation settlement agreement between the FIANZ council members.
PANZ takes this opportunity to formally congratulate Mr Ibrar Sheikh as newly elected FIANZ President.
Please join us in prayers May Allah SWA grant Its blessings upon Muslim Ummah, especially upon the Muslims of New Zealand (Amin).
Shukria / Ngā mihi
Team #PANZ
Asalaam-o-Alaikum / Kia Ora
Respected Community Members,
Please be advised of the upcoming consular visit by Ms. Mariya Abdul Ghafoor, Head of Chancery, Pakistan High Commission.
Details are given below:
Saturday 24, October 2020
Time 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Fickling Convention Centre
Address: 546 Mount Albert Road, Three Kings, Auckland
The purpose of the consular visit is to facilitate the Pakistan community living in Auckland and surrounding areas, a consular visit to Auckland takes place once in two months.
For attestation of a Power of Attorney, all applicants are advised to visit Camp Office in Auckland in person and sign on Power of Attorney in the presence of the Consular Officer.
More details can be found at the Pakistan High Commission website
https://www.pakistanhc.org.nz
There are opportunities for Career Coaching & Networking Sharing news and raising awareness of important community issues
Providing the community with a voice and supporting emerging new initiatives.
for job seekers to get professional advice
Tea and light refreshments would be served
Shukria / Ngā mihi
Team #PANZ
Causes That Need Your Help
Dear Respected Community Members,
We are facing an unprecedented challenge with communities and economies everywhere affected by the growing COVID-19 pandemic. The world is coming together to combat the COVID-19 pandemic bringing governments, organizations from across industries and sectors and individuals together to help respond to this global outbreak.
Pakistan Association of New Zealand (PANZ) has created the Relief Fund for COVID-19. All the funding received will be transferred to Pakistan High Commission in New Zealand bank account, and will go towards Prime Minister Relief Fund for COVID-19 to fight against the spread of COVID-19 and to support the deserving people of Pakistan in this situation of distress and need.
In addition to this, Pakistan Association of New Zealand has made a decision that all the money which will be collected for PANZ Membership will also go toward the Prime Minister Relief Fund for COVID-19
PANZ requests to all community members for generous contribution to this national cause and to support those who are more vulnerable during this time of need.
Please donate generously by using the below givealittle page link.
https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/relief-fund-for-covid-19
Thanks
Team #PANZ
PANZ has been assisting the Pakistani community over the years to help in funeral fund arrangements. It is an ongoing effort to support the Pakistani community in New Zealand, who cannot or struggle to afford the funeral services for their loved ones.
Help us to help others in this noble cause.
𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞
Please donate generously by using the below givealittle page link.
https://givealittle.co.nz/…/pakistan-association-of-nz-panz…
Regards
TEAM PANZ
Would like to share a cause or appeal with us, send us email at panznz@gmail.com with the details.
Would like to share a cause or appeal with us, send us email at panznz@gmail.com with the details.
Would like to share a cause or appeal with us, send us email at panznz@gmail.com with the details.
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Well done on a very successful Independence Day celebration. It is great to see the positive steps that PANZ has made in recent times.
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