News and updates

Latest news

Quinceañera | A Special Birthday

The Quinceañera has its origins in ancient Mesoamerican cultures, particularly among the Aztecs and other Indigenous societies, who marked a girl’s transition into womanhood with coming‑of‑age rituals. With the arrival of the Spanish colonisers in the 16th century, these Indigenous traditions blended with Catholic practices and European customs, resulting in the Quinceañera as it is known today. Over time, it evolved into a celebration that combines religious devotion, family values, and cultural heritage, especially across Latin America and Latino communities worldwide.

Read more

eNews

96th Edition

We wish all our subscribers meaningful and memorable festive holidays!

View latest newsletter

Showing page 2 of 6

Dedicated Certified Farsi/Persian and Dari Translator and Interpreter | Behnaz Dolatshahy

From a young age, Behnaz Dolatshahy has been guided by two passions: dance & music and languages.

Bridging Cultures Through Language | Amie Se’s Role as a Chin Haka Interpreter

Amie, originally from Myanmar, a country home to around 50 languages and countless dialects and sub-dialects, is a professional Burmese and Chin Haka interpreter.

A Lifetime of Service | Aunty Priscilla’s Journey of Compassion and Community

Priscilla Dawson, affectionately known as Aunty Priscilla, is a well-known figure not only in Auckland but across Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Art of Interpreting | Voice of the Expert

Language barriers are a commonly identified challenge among health practitioners in New Zealand.

Navigating the Systems | Refugee-Led Health Navigation in Palmerston North

The barriers faced by resettled refugee communities in accessing health care in New Zealand and other resettlement countries are well documented.

Supporting Diverse Families in Child Disability Services | The Role of Cultural Case Workers

New Zealand offers a wide range of services for children with disabilities, developmental delays, and health concerns.

Supporting Refugee and Migrant Families Through Collaboration | Starship Community

Starship Community is a multidisciplinary team based at Greenlane Clinical Centre, providing coordinated services to children, young people, and their families.

A Legacy of Continuous Development

Dulani Abeysinghe’s Reflection as an Educator

A Legacy of Collaboration

Etetu Tamirate-Bowden’s Reflection as an Interpreter

A Legacy of Inclusion and Insight

Katrina Penney’s Reflection as an Educator

A Legacy of Inspiration and Impact

Mariska Mannes’ Reflection as a Pioneer and an Educator

The Beginning and the Journey Beyond

Annette Mortensen’s Reflection as a Comrade and a Champion of our Cause