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FIJI Legal Murugan Temple High S R K’s England

ELECTIONS Advice build in NZ petrol prices ‘Bhai’ ready

for over three decades as

MP for Mt Roskill which
TEN YEAR CELEBRATIONS: FIJI/NZ
has a large Indian network.
Diwali greetings have also
been noted from school
children at various Auckland
schools marking the festival
in numerous ways. Further
afield, world leaders are
also sharing messages of
goodwill at Diwali, including
the Vatican’s special envoy
of the Pope, Cardinal Jean
Louis Tauran, the President
of the Pontifical Council.

DIWALI WISHES -
Cardinal Tauran noted

N
how everyone can live in Lady June Hillary and Dr Satendra Singh
harmony, witnessing hopes ew Zealand High entries from 70 secondary
GOODWILL TO ALL such as those expressed at
Diwali. The United Nations
Commission schools. They expressed

D
iwali is a season
of goodwill.
Families and
communities
celebrate a mix of positives
- whether religious or social,
the essence is to mark the
brilliance of living, giving
thanks. Negative thoughts
give way to openess and the
theme is to welcome light
Fiji marked a delight that some previous
is also marking Diwali special event winners attended this year’s
into our lives. AUCKLAND Auckland celebration with with appropriate messages. recently when winners from
TIMES wishes you a happy fellow Labour MP, Ms prize giving ceremony such
Thousands of Diwali secondary schools enjoyed
and prosperous Diwali. May Radhakrishnan and other as Dr Sekaia, the supreme
celebrations in public places hospitality and received
the celebrations in every colleagues. Greetings and winner for 2008, working in
around the world herald prizes in the Tenth Annual
home be shared widely and good wishes have also a rural community and Ms
awareness of the power of Essay Competition, offered
may peace, goodwill and been forthcoming from jointly by the embassy Samuta, a lawyer in Suva.
Light, shared values of love
happiness abound. Auckland Mayor Phil Goff and goodwill toward all. Such and the Fiji Association in The writing competition is
Prime Minister Rt Hon with “Subh Diwali” to all. gatherings include London, Auckland. Judges for the supported by the NZ Ministry
Jacinda Ardern wished Mr Goff is a great friend Sydney, Auckland, Dubai, 10th consecutive year, Lady of Foreign Affairs and Trade
everyone a happy Diwali of Indian communities, New York, Vancouver and June Hillary and Dr Satendra as well as the Fijian Ministry
and was present at the having previously served Los Angeles. Singh praised the 2018 of Education.
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NZ OBSERVING FIJI ELECTIONS
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04 ew Zealand has Michael Wood and Louisa aftermath of the 2006 coup
10 designated a team Wall. New Zealand has also with tit for tat expulsions
24 of 13 persons to donated election supplies to of high commissioners
30 join the multi Fiji. This will be the second
national observing teams general election in Fiji from Suva and Wellington.
40
from various countries, to under the new constitution. Three NZ heads of mission
keep a watchful eye on the Fiji has witnessed some were sent home from Fiji.
Fiji elections scheduled political turbulence in recent Relations have now been
for later this month. years, with military coups largely repaired and defense
Among those named are in 1987 and 2006, as well
former Deputy Speaker as a civilian led coup in arrangements such as joint
of Parliament, Hon Ross 2000. Relations between Fiji programs in the region have
Robertson, and current MP’s and NZ were dismal in the been restored.
N Z / F I J I
F
oreign Minister held, with transparency the
Rt Hon Winston
key. Voters can be pleased
Peters announced
a thirteen member there is so much support
team of observers for the for them. Fiji is a trusted
Fiji Elections. Led by a partner in the international
D I W A L I former Deputy Speaker, the community and the presence
G
of teams of observers
one are the days humanity - peace, good May Diwali foster love
when Diwali was relations, forgiveness, between communities. May from so many nations, will
a largely Indian sharing, renewal, ending Diwali be a true resonate. Best wishes to
celebration. In all forms of darkness and season to light
today’s world of inter ill feelings, helping those up our lives, rid Fijians as they vote.
connect, social media, in need, praying for future our hidden fears
instant communication, prosperity. What could and hatred, bring
global reach and better underline a world wondrous joys
international brotherhood family? Far too often we to all.
among nations and dwell on negatives. News
communities, Diwali is is usually bad or dim. Good group will be performing a
marked in many countries news comes sparingly and
world wide. In some, the needs to be multiplied. valuable role. There will be
actual day is a Public Good happenings need teams from other nations,
Holiday - such as India, to be heralded. Goodness
Fiji and Mauritius. The needs to be emphasized. Let such as India, Australia and
significance of Diwali is there be Good! May Diwali Indonesia, all tasked by a
religious but the message bring Mother Lakshmi’s
of the festival transcends blessings to all. May Diwali common desire to see that
to values well accepted by bring Peace among nations. free and fair elections are
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DIWALI LIGHTS AND LAMPS
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afety is an
important issue
around lights,
lamps and displays
that involve aspects of
these. While Diwali lights
will surely bring pleasure
and enjoyment, safety
measures should be taken,
especially around children
and if placing lights near
home walls etc. Common
sense and good support
are the requirements as
you plan decorations.
There are many ways to
create your Diwali themes
either outdoors or indoors.
Rangoli designs, flowers,
candles, diyas, electric
lighting can play a role to
decorate not only home
prayer shrines but also add
that real Diwali feeling
to your entire house
and gardens, pathways,
driveways.
DIWALI MUSIC AND SONGS
M
usic is
part of
any Indian
celebration.
Festive music, Diwali
songs and bhajans add
to the prayers as well
as the joy of sharing.
Popular songs with Diwali
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DIWALI FOOD,
GLORIOUS FOOD
D
iwali foods etc will decorate Diwali
have special tables and packed to share
flavors and with family, friends and
special neighbors. Taking a plate
meanings too. Many around is a lovely way
varieties of offerings to wish people happiness
(Prashad) offered to for Diwali. Perhaps we
Mother Lakshmi and other could remember some
Gods and Goddesses are folks in our community
prepared in homes. Large who are less fortunate,
numbers of savouries or have recently lost a
from various regions of loved one and may not be
India and Fiji, Malaysia, celebrating Diwali as well.
Singapore, Mauritius Share your blessings!
messages have been heard
on Indian Radio stations in
Auckland as well as some
TV stations. Children are
very good at selecting
their own Diwali music
to play at gatherings. Let
there be Music!
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DIWALI - RETURN OF LORD

RAMA AND SITA FROM EXILE

N
o matter how many times we hear the exploits of the
Ramayana we never tire of reliving the birth and life of
Lord Rama, his brothers, of Mother Sita, their marriage
rituals, palace deceptions and plots, exile, wanderings
in far away places and ashrams, defeat of deamons, Sita’s capture
by the King of Lanka, Hanuman’s pivotal role in the path that led
to Sita’s rescue and the defeat of
Lankesh. These and other aspects
continue to inspire us. They are
fascinating details of an epic
that resonates with our depth of
emotions, teaching us how to
live, serve, pray, fulfill spiritual
desires and find inner peace.
Lord Rama and Mother Sita’s return to Ayodhya was an occasion when
citizens lined pathways with lamps and diyas celebrating their many
years of darkness and sadness. Devotees believe Ram and Sita were
incarnations of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi and seek blessings,
guidance and give thanks at Diwali.
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SACRED TULSI
D
evotees instance
Lord Ganesha
as the Supreme,
the Remover of
Obstacles, the Essense of
Om.
The restored son of Lord
Shiva and Mother Parvati,
the elephant trunk denotes
a loving central figure,
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M
any homes
of Hindu
devotees
will usually
have a special place for the
Sacred Tulsi. Usually in
front of the entrance, Tulsi
plant adorns, blesses and
is seen as an auspicious
presence. Associated with
Lord Vishnu and his avtars
or reincarnations Lord Rama
and Lord Krishna, it is used
in sacred rituals and added to
special offerings (Prashad).
Goddess Tulsi is believed
to be a manifestation of
Goddess Lakshmi and
has a special significance
at Diwali. Known also as
Vaishnavi or beloved to Lord
Vishnu.
“ O LORD GANAPATI,
YOU ARE BRAHMA,
VISHNU AND MAHESH.
YOU ARE INDRA.
YOU ARE AGNI. YOU
ARE VAYU. YOU ARE
SURYA. YOU ARE
who is invoked first at CHANDRAMA. YOU
any prayer or ceremony. ARE BRAHMAN. YOU
Known also as Ganapati, ARE BHULOKA. YOU
Vinaiyaka, Binayak and
other names, Ganesha is
ARE ANTARIKSHA. YOU
the most worshipped in the ARE SWARGALOKA.
Hindu pantheon. Ganesha YOU ARE OM”
is identified with the sacred
mantra OM (Aum).
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Auckland Times
Wishes Readers A
Happy Diwali, Filled
With Peace And
L ove. Diwali Is A Time For
Family. May Your Home Be
Blessed With L oved Ones.
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NEAR CENTENARIAN DIES - SHIUPAL NANDAN

A
man known for his
elegant attire,a pleasant
life insurer and
gentleman of Suva, Mr
Shiupal Nandan died in Sydney
aged 98. His wife, Mrs Somwati
Nandan, a former matron of many
decades at CWM Hospital, Suva
and former Middlemore Hospital
nurse, in Auckland during the
1950’s had preceeded her husband
two years earlier, aged 96. Former
NZ Governor General Sir Anand
Satyanand spoke at the funeral
service in Sydney, remembering his
friend Shiupal who had also been
a close ally of his own late parents,
Dr and Mrs Tara Satyanand.
Presenting the eulogy, Nandan’s
nephew Dr Satendra Singh spoke
of Mr Shiupal’s many connections
in Fiji, including his brief attempt
to stand for Parliament in the
1970’s. Sir Anand reflected on
Shiupal’s role in many ways which
led to travels to NZ, Australia and
many countries especially as he
was, noted Sir Anand, the face for
CMLA in Fiji over many years.
A large congregation attended the
funeral and cremation service in
Sydney. Mr Nandan was the son
of late Mr Shiu Nandan and Mrs
Nandan. Shiu Nandan had been in
the service of Government House,
Suva during the colonial era.
Shiupal’s only surviving siblings
are Mrs Pramodni Narayan Singh
of Sydney and Mr Satya Nand
Nandan, of New York, a former
Fiji Ambassador to the United
Nations and former Secretary
General of the United Nations Law
of the Sea Secretariat.

IN MEMORIAM - LADY HUINGA TUREI

T
he passing in Auckland
of Huinga, Lady Turei,
brought many tributes
from across New
Zealand’s diverse communities,
remembering the late Sir John
Turei and Lady Turei’s wide
connections. Dr Satendra Singh
said “ Sir John and Lady Turei had
been strong allies of the Indian
communities over decades, both
in NZ and through connections in
Fiji and India.” Dr Singh recalled
the reopening of the NZ High
Commission in New Delhi in
the 1980’s which Sir John had
attended, the close connection
Sir John and Lady Turei had
established with many special
visitors to NZ such as legendary
playback singers Asha Bhosle and
Mahendra Kapoor from India and
former president Ratu Sir Penaia
Ganilau from Fiji. Dr Singh said
“ a memorable event was the
manner in which Lady Turei and
Photograph shows eminent Bollywood Music Director Anandji (of Kalyanji/Anandji fame) touching the feet of Sir John Turei in Sir John acquired rapport with
affection and respect, at a Mayoral Reception held in Auckland in 1990.
outstanding Indian music director
Mr Anandji Shah of Kalyanji/
Anandji at an Auckland event in
1989.” In recent years Lady Turei
suffered declining health, confined
to care by family members in
Glen Eden and Blockhouse Bay.
Following a memorial service
in Auckland, Lady Turei was
taken back to her family’s burial
grounds in Gisbourne. Dr Singh
noted “ the friendship and many
contributions by Lady Turei and
Sir John can never be forgotten,
especially in helping build linkages
between NZ and India, as well
as promoting artists from both
directions.” In 1990 when Maori
Cultural Troupe Te Waka Huia
toured India, Sir John Turei and
Sir Paul Reeves (then Governor
General of New Zealand) had been
eminent supporters, something
Dr Singh adds as a great leap in
multi ethnic understanding in NZ.
Lady Turei was closely allied to
many educational foundations and
communities in NZ. MAY SHE
REST IN PEACE.

I
n Hindu epic literature, the name of the monkey God Hanuman reigns supreme.
His service, dedication, loyalty, bravery, goodness and friendship are all
mentioned in the various ways the Ramayana takes us through
the events related to Lord Rama and Sita, especially in
the rescue when Ravanna kidnapped her. Lord Hanuman is
worshiped and devotees seek from his altar, booms relating
to such values that he displayed for the Supreme Lord. So
great is the appeal of Lord Hanuman’s role in the Ramayana,
delightful depictions invariably lift the audience’s appreciation
whenever a Ramleela or stage show is presented. May Lord
Hanuman’s special blessings reach all this Diwali. No rendition of
the Ramayana is complete without his name.
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INDIAN FLAVORS AT
DIWALI
D
iwali brings a
season when
families prepare
their own special
foods, a mix of North,
South, often East and
West! It is a time to relish
sweets by the dozen
as variety goes. Often,
families will spend days
cleaning their homes,
getting special ingredients
for cooking and everyone
will have favorites.There
are usually many kinds
of offerings prepared
(prashad) that make Diwali
prayer shrines sparkle.
Many families prepare
for "Dhan Teras" prior
to the actual Diwali day,
with special offerings and
invocations, seeking wealth
and prosperity. Rituals
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LORD GANESHA
MOTHER LAKSHMI
MOTHER SARASWATI
BLESS DIWALI 2017
and ceremonies at homes
make Diwali a time for
family. Often new clothing
is procured and worn,
F
blessings are sought from
or days and weeks
elders, special presents
devotees clean
are given to children. May their homes,
Diwali 2017 be a very prepare for
enjoyable and rewarding Diwali, praying that Lord
family season for all! Ganesha, Mother Lakshmi
and Mother Saraswati
will endow blessings and
enrich the lives of families.
We seek happiness and
love. We pray for peace in
our lives and in our world.
Perhaps most of all, we
seek contentment, lighting
lamps of devotion, hoping
for a better tomorrow. Let
us work in union to end
sadness and discontent. Let
us make the new season one
of kindness, forgiveness and
trust. As we put new clothes
and enjoy Diwali food and
pray for ourselves, let us
also remember the world is
our larger family, connected
through wonderful ways,
similar hopes and desires.
Let us rise to high values
and aspire for greater
understanding this Diwali!
May Lord Ganesha,
Mother Lakshmi and
Mother Saraswati shower
many blessings at Diwali.
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GODDESS SARASWATI
T
he Hindu
concept of
trinity is
worshiped in the form
of the Goddess Parvati,
Goddess Lakshmi and
Goddess Saraswati,
usually depicted through
association of destroyer of
evil, giver of wealth and
endowment of knowledge.
The Goddess Saraswati,
patroness of knowledge,
arts and creativity is
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DIWALI
GOOD VS EVIL
H
ow often do we hear that
Diwali is a time to rejoice in
the destruction of evil and the
triumph of good? Perhaps we
need to apply this ideal to our lives and
communities, to national awareness and
international as well.
The ancient stories of how demonic
forces were torn down and order, good
balances restored lie behind epic
literature. Take the examples in the
Ramayana.
Had Lord Rama not taken self
exile, perhaps those very forces he
and Lord Lakshman faced, might
have lasted, destroying, limiting
freedoms and shifting the balance
popularly recalled in knowledge this Diwali away to evil.
daily worship, especially and make ourselves true Each day, we face choices.
by students who are disciples of the Goddess Not necessarily the great
trying to achieve the very leaps but ordinary ones,
Saraswati, seeking open
best. which require a decision, a
Knowledge is said to minds to quench the
pathway, a commitment. If
be the key to success and thirst for enrichment of
our thoughts are governed
something which opens minds. by examples of goodness,
all avenues for people. Diwali lights up our justice, order and balances,
Without knowledge, homes, let it also brighten there is a high chance, we
there is only ignorance,
our minds, removing will continue to foster the
misconceptions and
shadows and doubts. Be spirit of what the ancient
inevitably, fear.
sure to light a diya of scriptures extol.
Let us embrace the
power of truth and knowledge this Diwali!
Happy Diwali one and all!
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DIWALI - LINKAGE
IN TRADITIONS accomplished musician
who worshiped Lord
Shiva. His attempt
to become the all
powerful was perhaps
a part of destiny,
as one tradition
maintained he was
given a boon in a
previous life that his
end would occur at
the hands of the
Supreme Lord in an
incarnation. In some
parts of India, Sri
Lanka and Indonesia,

T
Ravanna is worshiped
he exploits of Lord the story of Rama and Sita.
while there are slight
Rama, the incarnation The defeat of the Lanka king
of Lord Vishnu of variations of views about him
Ravanna is often the highlight
the Hindu Trinity, at events depicting the in the writings of Thailand.
and his wife Sita, who is the exploits with large fire works In Jain accounts, Ravanna is
incarnation of the Goddess that symbolically show the seen as someone with great
mother, Lakshmi, along with explosion of the dark forces. magical and mystical powers.
the role played by Lord Ravanna, son of Vishrava In the end, his defeat
Hanuman, the monkey God, and Kaikesi, was said to have marked the destruction of
make for amazing turns in the been a great scholar, an dark forces.
Ramayana.
The end is inevitable
that good will triumph
over evil but the journey
to reach that, takes many
breath taking accounts. In
a recent reenactment of
the Ramayana in a popular
TV series in India (Siya Kei
Ram) we saw perhaps a
perspective from the view of
Sita.
The Ramayana lives
on in countless accounts
- poetry, stage, song, film
and cartoon among the
ways artists and writers
interpret the essence of
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LORD RAMA
EMBODIMENT OF PERFECTION
S
everal epic stories and
religious associations
are made to Diwali. The
incarnation of Lord Vishnu
as Ram, the exploits of Lord Rama,
the wedding of Rama and Sita,

CELEBRATING
their exile and the defeat of the
King of Lanka Ravana all hold
breathtaking accounts.
The return of Rama and Sita
is said to have overjoyed the
people, they put out little lamps to HAPPINESS
D
celebrate and light the pathways.
It was truly for them, a new
iwali is that happy season when we can lift our hopes
beginning, Lord Rama’s return to
and build new bridges - if there are people in our lives
assume the kingship and the time to
who have drifted away or misunderstandings increased,
end all past sorrows.
the festival of lights is a good opportunity to reach
Lord Rama is said to be the
people again. It is a season of happiness! By sharing happy thoughts
perfect depiction. At Diwali, we
and greetings, we can help build a better future in our homes, our
light up our homes and also our
inner thoughts, removing darkness communities, our nation.
and turning everything to bright
lights. It is a time for rejoicing in
all the good we have, a season of
goodwill and forgiveness. If we can
make a new beginning each Diwali,
imagine how bright and full of
happiness our relationships will be?
Take the example of Lord Rama!

SHARE DIWALI nation, where cultures from many

lands are celebrated with affection
and obvious enjoyment.
Diwali is a season when
delicious Indian sweets and
savories adorn stalls at festivals
and homes relish in wonderfully
prepared dishes for families. Let
us also remember those in our
communities less fortunate, those
who have recently lost loved ones,
those suffering from illness and
especially at Diwali, to reach out
and help them by taking a small
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DEFEAT OF NARKASURA
T
he destruction of evil
forces - this is a central
element of Diwali. There
are two incarnations of
Lord Vishnu recalled. In North
India the return of Lord Rama after
destroying Ravanna is celebrated at
Diwali with lamps and diyas, just as
in the ancient times, such a welcome
lined the pathway of Lord Rama
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and Sita, illuminating the whole of
Ayodhya for the return of the King.
In many places in South India the
defeat of Narkasura by Lord Krishna
is also celebrated, signifying the end of
evil. It is believed that Lord Krishna
was the eight incarnation of Lord
Vishnu. The essence of the triumph
of good over evil is celebrated.
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I DIWALI
n today’s fast
technology and
easy to reach
options, instant
contacts make Diwali
messages a special joy
for many. People can
see and hear families
in opposite sides of the
world, in options that
are sometimes, even
free of cost, or relatively
cheap. Perhaps the
days of waiting to be
connected to distant
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phones or sending same applies for those
letters in the hope they wanting to send Diwali
reach destinations in gifts in the form of
time are all but over. money. The scope
Today, some families is endless. Diwali is
GREETINGS
even go on line to share not the same without
recipes for special family and thanks to
dishes they make at social media, today’s
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or grand ma instantly, in delightful ways at
getting the best advise Diwali though members
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How far we have come around the world.
in terms of technical Remember to send your
advancements. The Diwali messages!
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TISI NZ SANGAM MEMBERS with TISI Sangam Fiji Executives participating in the
Homam ceremony held at our temple for the new Murugan Temple which will be built in NZ.
I
t gives much pleasure to TISI
(NZ) Sangam to formally
advise the general public
that after a very long wait,
construction of the Sri Siva
Subramaniya Temple located
at Papatoetoe, Auckland, New
Zealand has officially commenced.
Invitation is extended to the
general public to kindly join in the
Groundbreaking Ceremony of the
Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple to
be held at 723 Great South Road,
Papatoetoe, Auckland, New Zealand
on Sunday 11th November, 2018.
The ceremony will start at 11am
and free meals will be provided
to all attendees. TISI Sangam Fiji
Executives along with prominent
guests and dignitaries will be
attending the event. The ceremony
will be conducted by the Head
Pujari of Sri Siva Subramaniya
Temple in Nadi, Fiji Anand Gurkul.
The construction of the temple
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is a major achievement for our
Sangam community as it reflects
the sacrifices made by our fore-
fathers and gives us a sense
of identity in the community.
TISI (NZ) Sangam under the
leadership of current National
President Mr Kamlesh Naidu
would like to thank everyone who
has supported the organisation
since its formation and stood by
the organisation in its difficult
times. The Temple reflects the
achievement of the organisation
and the hard work put in by
the members to maintain their
culture and heritage in a foreign
country like New Zealand.
The temple will be constructed
by Mr Sulendra Raju of All in
One Builders Company Ltd who
was selected through the tender
process. Mr Raju along with his
construction team have started
off with the initial phase of the
project and is proud to be part
of the remarkable achievement.
We kindly thank Mr Raju and
his company for taking on this
challenge and showing interest in
being part of this project. A special
thanks to Bobcat Hire Services,
Stewart's Surveyors and Bunnings
Warehouse for their tremendous
contribution in this project.
TISI (NZ) Sangam invites the
general public to support this
project and hope all differences
are put aside for the betterment
and prosperity of our Sangam
community in New Zealand.
Anyone willing to contribute
towards the Temple Project is
requested to contact on (09)
2703069 to discuss further.
IN SANGAM LIES STRENGTH!
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High petrol prices driving
people to downsize their vehicles best place to do business
H
igh petrol prices
are driving Kiwis
to downsize
their vehicles,
according to vehicle sellers.
Vehicle registrations
hit a record high of 16,670
in October, taking the total
number of new cars on the
road so far this year to just
over 136,000.
David Crawford,
the chief executive of
the Motor Industry
Association, blames that
on high petrol prices
forcing Kiwis to sell their
gas-guzzlers and replace
them with smaller
vehicles, as well as rental
car companies currently
renewing their fleets.
“People who had
really large vehicles are
going down a size and
we’re seeing the compact,
small and medium
segments are growing in
popularity.”
One of those ditching
fossil fuels is Jacky
Zeng, who is looking
to go electric because
he spends too much
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World Bank ranks New Zealand
New Zealand has been top three slots in the report. praised for improving
ranked first among 190 They were followed by the simplification of
countries for ease of doing Hong Kong, South Korea, preregistration and
business. Georgia, Norway, the US, registration formalities,
The annual ranking the UK and Macedonia. including inspection and
put New Zealand at the top Somalia was again ranked other requirements. Other
again after making it cheaper last on this list. countries to improve in this
to set up a company, which What makes New area were Nigeria, Pakistan,
Finance Minister Grant Zealand so great? Qatar, South Africa, Turkey
Robertson says underlines Georgia and New and Vietnam, among others.
the country’s economic and Zealand have the lowest New Zealand was
business fundamentals. number of procedures also lauded for having all
each week on petrol. He said the Camry model The World Bank’s Doing required to start a business, relevant legislation for
estimates it can be up to is currently in high Business 2019 report looked the report found. New building regulations found
at 314 regulatory reforms Zealand also holds the on an official government
$200. demand. between June 2, 2017 and shortest time to start a website.
“Electrical vehicle is “They’ve all sold out May 1, 2018. It found that business (0.5 days), while While the World Bank’s
my preferred one and completely, the stock for 128 countries introduced Slovenia has the lowest cost report is encouraging for
second is hybrid,” said them, and there’s a lot “substantial regulatory (0.0). New Zealand, Infometrics’
improvements” making it But while New Zealand latest forecast says there
Mr Zeng. of backorder on some of
“easier to do business in all ranks number one for
Olive Rose works them. Some people won’t could be disappointing
areas measured”. starting a business, it ranks
economic growth in New
at Toyota’s Greenlane even be getting their New Zealand stood out 21 for enforcing contracts.
Zealand in the next two
dealership and agrees vehicles until February if among the 10 measures used By contrast, Rwanda, a
years, despite the latest GDP
people don’t want the big they start ordering now,” to determine the overall low-income economy, ranks
figures showing the fastest
score. The report showed number two for registering
cars anymore. he said. improved sub-scores this property and three for
rise in two years.
“People don’t really The top selling model The world’s easiest
year for starting a business, getting credit, but 88 for
places to do business:
want to go for the big for the month of October dealing with construction trading across borders and
monsters anymore. They was the Toyota Corolla, permits, getting electricity 51 for starting a business.
and registering a property. China meanwhile is New Zealand
prefer to get something but that was driven Singapore
ranked number six for
smaller and maybe more by sales to car rental “It’s important that our enforcing contracts but Hong Kong
fuel economy as well,” companies. The overall regulatory settings are 28 for starting a business, South Korea
said Mr Rose. year-to-date figures show right. It’s also important for while Morocco - classified Georgia
Governments to support as a lower-middle-income Norway
Most are opting for the top spot goes to the United States
businesses to grow,” said Mr economy - ranks 25 for
smaller models that Ford Ranger, followed by Robertson. paying taxes but 112 for United Kingdom
use less fuel, as well as the Toyota Hilux. Singapore and Denmark getting credit. Macedonia
hybrid vehicles. Mr Rose Source: Newhub once again rounded out the New Zealand was Source: Newhub
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Throughout his time in office, he continued to negotiate with Pakistan

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Shah Rukh Khan just called Salman Khan

his ‘Bhai’ and fans cannot stop gushing
over their brotherhood

S
hah Rukh Khan and
Salman Khan forayed
into Bollywood a couple
of decades back and
since then the two have ruled the
industry as well as the hearts of
their fans. The King Khan SRK
and the Bollywood’s beloved
Bhai Salman, have time and again
delivered superhit blockbusters and
maintained their stardom. While
the two had their own share of tiffs
and controversies and differences,
it looks like the two have left it in
the past.
Shah Rukh and Salman, both
were seen bonding at Eid party,
Arpita Khan’s wedding and also
on the sets of the reality show.
Both the superstars are now at the
very cordial terms and are often
seen striking a pose together. Shah
Rukh on the other hand has time
and again praised Salman’s father
Salim Khan and spoke highly of
him. Recently, once again the Zero
actor expressed his heartfelt feeling
for Salman Khan and called him
‘Bhai’ on his social media handle.

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NZ lautoka veterans president

I
t was tremendous year
of football for nz lautoka
veterans, we have captured
4 trophies this year ,
first one was local sanatan
tournament runners up, second
one was shaan cup runners
up, third one sanatan world
cup winners in fiji, fourth one
was local veterans tournament
winners, and also we have
received best managers trophy
and best discipline team in
local tournament, big thanks
to our managers don, sarwan,
manoj, coach, anish, rahul ,and
satya. special thanks to our club
secatary, ravi anand (master)
and all our players who have
participated with us during
2018, iam proud to be president
and player of this team.
in the end the measures of
success are not the statistics
or win ,rather, they are the
friendships and respect to
each other and off course the
hardwork from the players and
officials are the result of the
effort of nz lautoka veterans
anyways. thank you all.
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BEANIE BUB
Beanie Bub - A stylish and
organically sustainable choice
Anisha Ali-Hussain, founder of Beanie Bub, has recently embarked on a new
organic retail venture that she hopes will shape the mindset of future mums
and people.
Beanie Bub specialises in organic cotton beanies, bibs and other baby
items, founded on Anisha’s vision to help raise awareness of organic cotton
and assist in shaping the mindset of the society around what is better for
the environment and our babies.
Detrimental impact
Conventional cotton has led to detrimental environmental impacts through
its use of harmful pesticides and chemicals. The methods and materials
used in organic cotton farming help to reduce the harm that can be caused
to fresh water and rivers and ultimately affect the environment in which we
live.
In a world where there are many forces influencing drastic environmental
changes, Beanie Bub hopes to raise awareness by stocking organically
derived goods to assist in doing our part to save our planet.
Organic Cotton
Besides environmental benefits, organic cotton is known to be softer and
safer for the skin and therefore a favourable choice for babies.
The concept of ‘Organic Cotton’ is becoming increasingly popular globally
with the movement around the ‘organic’ concept on the rapid incline in
supermarkets and department stores alike as the awareness of the associat-
ed benefits increase.
Beanie Bub hopes that with time, it can expand and offer many more goods
to the consumer market as a part of its efforts to contribute to a better
environment to live in for our future generations.

Website: www.beaniebub.com
 30 Fiji News
Elections Office Seeks Legal Advice On Rabuka Case
T
he Fijian
Elections Office
will not speculate
on any on-going
court matter or its impact
until the court has made
a formal decision that is
binding on all parties,
says Supervisor of
Elections Mohammed
Saneem.
He made the remarks
when asked what steps
the FEO would take
if Social Democratic
Liberal Party (SODELPA)
leader Sitiveni Rabuka is
convicted at the appeal
stage.
He said: “The Fijian
Elections Office is in
the process of obtaining
proper legal advice
on this matter and a
statement will be made
in relation to this matter
following the decision of
the court.”
He said FEO would
not make any further
comments and any media
that wished to obtain
comments about the issue
may do so from their own
legal counsel.
“As at this point the
Fijian Elections Office
regards all candidates
for the general election
as eligible to contest,” he
said.
Referring to Section
256 of the Criminal
Procedure Act of 2009
which outlines the
powers of the High Court,
prominent lawyer and
former Fiji Law Society
president Devanesh
Sharma said the High
Court had every power
that the Magistrates Court
had.
He said in an appeal
the court either upheld
the appeal and made
orders relating to the
relief sought by the
applicant or it dismissed
the appeal.
“The fact of the matter
is it is very rare for the
High Court to step in and
give a decision unless it is
a pure question of law,”
Mr Sharma said.
“But if it comes down
to the credibility of the
witnesses than the High
Court has not seen the
witnesses so on what
basis will it assist whether
witnesses have given
credible evidence or not
given credible evidence
so that is the reason why
in most cases the High
Court even if it allows the
appeal normally sends it
back to the magistrate’s
court for retrial.”
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Prominent Suva
lawyer, Devanesh
SharmaProminent Suva
lawyer, Devanesh Sharma
However, he said
the High Court had the
power to vary a decision
from the magistrate’s
court.
“They’ve got the
power. They can vary the
decision and if you look
at the other provision
that is very important is
Section 256 (2) (e).”
It states that the High
Court can make such
other orders in the matter
as it may seem just,
and may by such order
exercise any power which
the Magistrates Court
might have exercised.
Mr Sharma said if
the magistrates court can
acquit and convict people
than the fact of the matter
is that the High Court
also has that power.
“Whether the High
Court exercises that
power or not is really
something that none of us
can say at this stage,” he
said.
“In actual fact it can
enter a conviction, but
the qualification is: Will
the High Court do it in
light of the fact the High
Court has not heard the
witnesses give evidence?”
Unity Fiji confident of
scoring more votes
not treat them as a minor
party.
Shah says their
policies are good and will
benefit all Fijians if they
are voted in.
”We have been
throughout Fiji and I
U
think we will get more
nity Fiji is
seats than SODELPA,
confident
NFP, Labor combined.
that the party
will rake in We are reaching the
public and the public is
more votes than Fiji
synchronizing with us.”
Labor Party, National
Shah says they have
Federation Party and
SODELPA combined. been campaigning and
Party candidate have been receiving good
Dildar Shah says other feedback from Fijians as
political parties should well.
Think wisely before you cast
your vote: Narube
U
nity Fiji is benefit all Fijians if they
confident are voted in.
that the party ”We have been
will rake in throughout Fiji and I
more votes than Fiji think we will get more
Labor Party, National seats than SODELPA,
Federation Party and NFP, Labor combined.
SODELPA combined. We are reaching the
Party candidate public and the public is
Dildar Shah says other synchronizing with us.”
political parties should Shah says they have
not treat them as a minor been campaigning and
party. have been receiving good
Shah says their feedback from Fijians as
policies are good and will well.
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MUSIC
THE ESSENCE OF INDIAN FESTIVITIES

M
any home
and Bollywood renditions
entrances
or doorway have become part of a
to prayer typical joyous occasion.
shrines are decorated with
Ever green Bollywood
care and affection with
exquisite rangoli designs, songs like “deep jale

often depicting auspicious ghar ghar mein” will be

symbols such as peacock, heard on radio stations
mango leaves, lotus, flower as people look forward
petals, shells, using colored
to celebrating a much
rice, dry flour and other

I
materials. The word “rangoli” awaited festival because it
t is said that music days prior to the actual
is derived from the Sanskrit is part of an Indian day. At Diwali, chanting signals light and renewal.
“rangavalli”, denoting beauty family’s life. There special prayers and Music invariably adds to
is music when a listening to Diwali based
and auspiciousness. Rangoli is child is born; singing, bhajans (spiritual songs) the joy that is Diwali.
an art that is widely practiced chanting prayers and
and many homes have sharing blessings galore.
At marriages, there
built up special traditions are many ceremonies
to decorate their home or where singing, playing
compound with a design at instruments like Dholak
take special precedence.
Diwali. Imaginative patterns At festivals like Holi
are created; much pleasure is and Diwali, there are
derived in preparations that special devotional and
celebratory songs that are
lead to superb results. heard, usually for many
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Rajesh
Maharaj
the evergreen voice of
Hindi Radio leaves us
T
he veteran at Communications 19th of October, at Wiri,
evergreen voice Fiji Limited, Founder Manukau in Auckland,
of Hindi Radio and Station Manager attended and observed
in New Zealand at Humm FM by his well-wishers,
suffered a heart attack 106.2, Programmes work colleagues and
and passed away on Director, Executive
dear friends.
Saturday, October 13 in Sales Coordinator at
He is survived by his
Auckland. Apna 990AM, Station
Mr Maharaj was a Manager/ Programmes wife and children.
pioneer in establishing Director at Radio Tarana On behalf of
four Hindi Radio (NZ) Limited, and Management and staff
stations in New Zealand Station Manager at the of the Auckland Times
such as Radio Tarana New Online Radio Nav and Radio Nav Rang
1386am, Apna 990am, Rang. He served in the we pray he now rests
Humm106.2FM and Hindi radio industry for in peace and he will
the latest Online Radio over 30 years. always be remembered
Nav Rang and which Maharaj was also a and treasured as the
was under his guidance very active member of
veteran evergreen voice
and contributions these the Bharatiya Samaj a
of Hindi Radio. As his
Hindi radio industry Charitable Trust since
initiated in the country. 1996 doing volunteer famous saying goes:
His contribution and social services for Fanoos Banke Jiski
to the industry will the community. Hifaazat Hawa Kare,
always be treasured. Rajesh Maharaj’s Wo Shamma Kya Bujhe
Mr Maharaj worked funeral was held on the Jise Roshan Khuda Kare
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England ready for

All Blacks - Jones
B
ring on New Zealand look forward to New Zealand
was Eddie Jones’s now.
response after
He says that they are going
England fought back
to prepare well and Jones cannot
to defeat South Africa 12-11 at
wait to play the All Blacks.
Twickenham and set up next
Saturday’s date with the World England will face the All
Cup holders. Blacks at 4am next Sunday, for
the first time in four years.
England Head Coach Jones
says that the young players did
exceptionally well and they can
Source: TheGurdian

England Head Coach Jones