Saturday, March 31, 2012
PANZ website is online
Thursday, March 29, 2012
WHAT A SAD FOR ISLAM
Child beggary on the rise in Madinah
By MADINAH: YOUSUF MUHAMMAD
Published: Mar 23, 2012 22:41 Updated: Mar 25, 2012 19:27
Many children are lining the streets of Madinah and near traffic lights to beg for money while watching out for special anti-beggary units following the start of the school spring vacation that started on Wednesday.
A number of citizens and expatriates all told Arab News that they were a nuisance and urged authorities to crack down on them before the number of child beggars snowballed across the city.
“This is new trend in the Holy City. We have not seen such a large number of children beggars before. Citizens and expatriates should not hesitate to inform the police whenever they see a child begging near traffic lights, mosques and gas stations,” said Ghazi Falah, a Saudi citizen.
He said he was pained by the sight of young boys and girls extending their hands for a riyal or two from Saudis and foreigners.
Naif Al-Mitairi, another Saudi, held their families fully responsible for this unwelcome trend. “When the family fails to monitor its children, they may feel free to do anything including begging along the streets, which may jeopardize their lives,” he said.
Mahmoud Essam Al-Din, an Egyptian, noted that most of the child beggars were foreigners. “This is a new trend in Madinah and we should all join hands with the concerned authorities to put an end to it before it becomes something we cannot control,” he said.
Al-Din asked all residents not to hesitate in informing the police whenever they see children begging.
Maha Saeed, a Saudi mother, said she saw foreign children begging in malls and shopping centers while pretending to sell water. “These children are mostly foreigners. Their numbers increase remarkably during weekends and school vacations,” she said.
Saeed said she saw young girls who were hardly 10 years old. “These young girls are endangering their lives and future. They may fall prey to pedophiles,” she warned.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
A Heartfelt Thank you To Our Sponsors
A Heartfelt Thank you To Our Sponsors
The Pakistan Association of New Zealand's Executive Committee extends their sincere thanks and appreciation to all of the Pakistan Day Function participants, attendees and contributors, without whom this great event would not have been possible.
A warm thank you to our generous sponsors and collaborators:
Mr. Tony Radisich of Penrose Enterprises
Mr. Sarwar of Wholesale Autos
Mr. Nadeem Ashraf of Tarnica Cars
Mr. GM Choudhary of GM Cars Wholesaler
Mr. Mohammad Malik of Prime Motors
Mr. Afzal Siddiqui of Zee Imports
Mr. Shahid Malik of Dean Autos
Mr. Kashif Sharif of Auto Sparky
and to Mr. Nisar Mirza.
A very special thank you also to our host Nasir Khan for keeping the audience informed and entertained during the event.
And from me personally a very warm thank you to Executive Committee Members, Uzra, Naseem, Khalil, Farman and Altaf for their vision, leadership and dedication to the Pakistan Association of New Zealand and the community.
Naveed Hameed
Phone :09-2154255Mob: 0212631308
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
PANZ 2012-2015 Election Announcement
PANZ 2012-2015 Election Announcement
PAKISTAN ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND (PANZ) has formed the Election Committee to conduct PANZ 2012-2015 Election.
This Election will be to elect the (3) members of the Advisory Committee..
The Election Committee consists of
1-Syed Waqar Ali (Chief Election Commission) Tel: 021-720 750
2- Mr Tasneem Ahmed (Member) Tel: 027-4526801
3- Mr Mazhar Memon (Member) Tel: 021-520994
Details for Election are as follows:
Closing Date of Nomination: APRIL 10, 2012 at 6pm
Election Date: April 15th, 2012.
Venue: Will be announced soon.
The Election Committee will receive completed Nomination forms from the candidates at SBT office Suite 6a Level 7 Penrose Business Plaza, 45 O'Rorke Rd. Penrose- Auckland from 5pm to 6pm.
Nomination forms are available from members of Election Committee,
All members of Pakistani community living in New Zealand are hereby informed about the following decisions taken by the Election commission for free and fair elections. All of election commission’s decisions are aligned with the existing constitution of Pakistan Association of New Zealand.
Eligibility criteria for nomination of candidates
1. candidate should be Pakistani and 18 years of age or over.
2. Candidate should hold valid New Zealand resident permit/ Dual nationality(Pakistani or/and New Zealand National with NICOP)
3. All candidates for Panz Advisory Committee should have no criminal record.
Nomination Fee.
There is a fee of $ 100 for a each candidate, and it is non-refundable.
Eligibility criteria for a voter
1. Only Pakistanis of the age of 18 and over are eligible to vote in election.
2. New Zealand residents/ New Zealand Nationals with valid Pakistani ID/International students studying in New Zealand/ valid work permit holders are eligible to vote in the election.
3. Visit visa / visit permit holders are not eligible to vote in the election.
4. As only paid members are eligible to vote
5 membership fee of $5 for individual and $10 for a family
NOTE:
Any decision by the election commission will be binding on all parties which cannot be challenged
Monday, March 26, 2012
Mehfil-Ghazal
Pakistan Association presents Mehfil-Ghazal
Sunday 1April Time 5:30pm
Fickling Convention Center
546 Mt Albert Road three Kings
Free Entry
Info: Naveed Hameed – 0212631308
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Keep up the Pace
Huge turnout shows that wounds are being mended; all walks of Pak community were gathered on one platform. PANZ. We congratulate PANZ new team on their first gathering of Pakistan day and hope they will keep up the pace.
Pakistan association recognized the good work it members of and gave them the certificate of appreciation.
A good function ended with great Chicken Buriani.
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Fwd: First Newsletter for 2012 from Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi NationalList M.P.
From: Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi M.P. <kanwaljit.singh.bakshi@parliament.govt.nz>
Date: Thu, Mar 22, 2012 at 10:15 PM
Subject: First Newsletter for 2012 from Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi National List M.P.
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
The Chamber membership
Dear Community member,
Pakistan – New Zealand Chamber of Businesses and Professionals is pleased to open its membership for a total number of sixty members only in this round of membership.
Attached with this email please find the Chamber membership rules document, and the Chamber membership form [in word that can be completed online].
The membership is by invitation and by way of expression of interest only. Interested persons and/or entities may complete attached membership form to lodge their expression of interest.
Pakistan – New Zealand Chamber of Businesses and Professionals
34 A Lansford Cres. Phone. +64 (09) 820 7457 www.pakzealandchamber.org [Under Construction]
Avondale, Auckland Fax. +64 (09) 820 7458
New Zealand. Mobile. +64 21 418 034 Email:chamber@pakzealandchamber.org
Press Release - Kashmir Solidarity Day Celebrated at Wellington
WELLINGTON
PRESS RELEASE
Kashmir Solidarity Day Celebrated at Wellington
A Kashmir Day was organized at Wellington on 10 March, 2012, to express solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
On the occasion, a Declamation contest was held to highlight the Kashmiris legitimate struggle for right to self determination. Youth of the community participated in the declamation contest. To recognise their participation, speakers were presented with trophies. Prominent community members also spoke on the occasion.
The High Commissioner in his brief remarks dilated upon the genesis of the Kashmir dispute. He paid rich tributes to the valiant Kashmiris for their sacrifices. He stated that Pakistan shall never relent in its moral, political and
diplomatic support to the people of Kashmir. The High Commissioner reiterated Pakistan’s commitment towards the peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute in accordance to the United Nation Security Council (UNSC) Resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
Professor Arthur Buehler, Associate Professor of the Victoria University, was the guest speaker on the occasion. He provided summation of the proceedings.
An Art exhibition by the local Pakistani artists was also organized to showcase the local artists talent. Exhibits were greatly appreciated by the participants. Pakistani national songs and documentary films depicting the rich cultural heritage of Pakistan were also played on the occasion.
Some 150 people representing cross section of the local community attended the event, who were served a Pakistani dinner.
PR NO.04/2012
Wellington
11 March 2012
Commission for Pakistan
182 Onslow Road, Khandallah
Wellington, New Zealand
Tel. +64 4 4790026
Fax. +64 4 4794315
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
High Commissioner visits Auckland 24-26 March, 2012
HIGH COMMISSION FOR PAKISTAN
WELLINGTON
PRESS RELEASE
Subject: High Commissioner visits Auckland 24-26 March, 2012
H.E. Syed Ibne Abbas, High Commissioner for Pakistan will be in Auckland for a three-day official visit from 24-26 March, 2012.
The High Commissioner during his stay will attend the Pakistan Day function being organized by the Pakistan Association of New Zealand (PANZ, Auckland Chapter), and meet the Pakistani-Kiwi community members..
The High Commissioner will also meet the Pakistani students, at a gathering arranged by Pakistan Students Association (PSA), Auckland. He is also scheduled to meet business persons and other officials.
P.R.NO. 04
Wellington
20 March, 2012
High Commission for Pakistan
182 Onslow Road, Khandallah
Wellington, New Zealand
Tel. +64 4 4790026
Fax. +64 4 4794315
Monday, March 19, 2012
Press Release - Pakistan-New Zealand Explore Trade Opportunities
HIGH COMMISSION FOR PAKISTAN
WELLINGTON
PRESS RELEASE
Pakistan-New Zealand Explore Trade Opportunities
After a gap of 22 years, the Inaugural session of the Pakistan-New Zealand Joint Trade Committee (JTC), was held at Wellington, New Zealand on March 15, 2012. Pakistan’s delegation was led by Secretary Commerce Mr. Zafar Mahmood. New Zealand side was headed by Dr. David Walker, Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT).
During the meeting both sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral trade and ways and means to further enhance the economic co-operation. Measures to establish institutional linkages between Pakistan and New Zealand, especially, in the field of agriculture value chain and dairy industry were agreed upon.
The Secretary conveyed Pakistan’s desire to benefit from New Zealand’s expertise in the following areas:
• Agriculture and food processing (especially dairy);
• Technical-level education in food processing, animal health, post-harvest techniques and dairy;
• Renewable energy sources.
Pakistan also expressed the desire to export mangoes to New Zealand.
Secretary Commerce conveyed Pakistan’s expression of interest to initiate negotiations on Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with New Zealand.
The Secretary stated that Pakistan will send a business delegation to New Zealand around November 2012. He also invited a New Zealand business delegation to Pakistan.
The meeting held under the Pakistan-New Zealand Trade agreement initialed in 1990, is expected to provide a new direction to bilateral trade to achieve its full potential. At present, the total volume of Pakistan-New Zealand trade is NZ$151 million and the balance of trade is in favour of New Zealand.
The Pakistan delegation also called on Mr. John Hayes, MP and Parliamentary Secretary for Foreign Affairs and Chair of the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Select Committee.
The High Commissioner H.E. Syed Ibne Abbas, hosted a dinner in honour charactersf the visiting Pakistan delegation. The dinner was attended by Pakistan and New Zealand delegations. Amongst others, Mr. John Hayes, MP, Parliamentary Secretary and Chairperson of Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee, Mr. Tariq Iqbal Puri, Chief Executive of Trade Development Authority of Pakistan, Mr. Phil O’Reilly, Chief Executive Business New Zealand, Mr. Grant McPherson, Chief Executive Education New Zealand and High Commissioners and Ambassadors based in Wellington, were in attendance.
PR 02/2012
16 March, 2012
Wellington
High Commission for Pakistan
182 Onslow Road, Khandallah
Wellington, New Zealand
Tel. +64 4 4790026
Fax. +64 4 4794315
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Advisory Committee
PANZ 2012-2015 Election Announcement
PAKISTAN ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND (PANZ) has formed the Election Committee to conduct PANZ 2012-2015 Election.
This Election will be to elect the (3) members of the Advisory Committee..
The Election Committee consists of
1-Syed Waqar Ali (Chief Election Commission) Tel: 021-720 750 2- Mr Tasneem Ahmed (Member) Tel: 027-4526801 3- Mr Mazhar Memon (Member) Tel: 021-520994
Details for Election are as follows:
The Election Committee will receive completed Nomination forms from the candidates at SBT office Suite 6a Level 7 Penrose Business Plaza, 45 O'Rorke Rd. Penrose- Auckland from 5pm to 6pm.
Nomination forms are available from members of Election Committee, also attached with this email.
All members of Pakistani community living in New Zealand are hereby informed about the following decisions taken by the Election commission for free and fair elections. All of election commission’s decisions are aligned with the existing constitution of Pakistan Association of New Zealand.
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Eligibility criteria for nomination of candidates
1. candidate should be Pakistani and 18 years of age or over.
2. Candidate should hold valid New Zealand resident permit/ Dual nationality(Pakistani or/and New Zealand National with NICOP)/work permit holders having two years valid work permit stamped on Pakistani passport.
3. Any person who is chairperson of any other non profitable organization is not eligible for the post of President in the executive committee of Panz.
4. All candidates for Panz Advisory Committee should have no criminal record.
Nomination Fee.
There is a fee of $ 100 for a each candidate, and it is non-refundable.
NOTE:
Any decision by the election commission will be binding on all parties which cannot be challenged.
Only the permanent residents and dual citizens (Pakistan and Newzealand) are entitled for the full membership.
Eligibility criteria for a voter
1. Only Pakistanis of the age of 18 and over are eligible to vote in election.
2. New Zealand residents/ New Zealand Nationals with valid Pakistani ID/International students studying in New Zealand/ valid work permit holders are eligible to vote in the election.
3. Visit visa / visit permit holders are not eligible to vote in the election.
4. As only paid members are eligible to vote
Nomination Form as attached.
Regards
Election Commission
Invitation for a Flag hoisting ceremony – 23 March 2012
High Commissioner for Pakistan, for the Flag hoisting ceremony, on 23 March
2012, details as below:
Khandallah, Wellington
requested to share this invitation with all other fellow members, who may not
have received this email. Thank you,
182 Onslow Road, Khandallah
Wellington, New Zealand
Tel. +64 4 4790026
Fax. +64 4 4794315
SUBHANALLAH
HINDU Commissioner of Police Converted to Islam in India with english translation part 1 of 2
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Ashmed
From: mohammadt Khan <mohammadt.khan@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Mar 11, 2012 at 11:36 AM
Subject: Ashmed
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Mohammad Tauqir Khan QSM JP
Friday, March 9, 2012
Pakistan National Day Celebrations
From: Pakistan Association New Zealand <panznz@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Mar 8, 2012 at 4:08 PM
Subject: Pakistan National Day Celebrations
To: panznz@gmail.com
Pakistan National Day Celebrations
We proudly announce that Pakistan Association of New Zealand is organising Pakistan Day celebrations this year on the 24th of March 2012.
We believe our community cannot flourish and be strong and respected by others without unity, faith and discipline. Without you and your support we cannot achieve this goal, and now once again it is time for us to show our unity and faith and gather under one flag. We hope you will join us in the celebrations.
There will be a speech competition for children under 15 years and top three speakers will get prizes. The topic this year is "My Vision for Pakistan"
Celebration Day: Saturday 24 of March 2012 At: 5 pm
Venue: Fickling Convention Centre
546 Mt. Albert Road Three Kings
Mt. Roskill
Programme:
· Speech Competition for children under 15 years
· Topic: My vision for Pakistan
· Time limit: 3 Minutes per student
· National Songs Entertainment
· Community Service Award
· Refreshments
Please register your child's name as soon as possible.
Last day of registration is March 20, 2012.
For registration email panznz@gmail.com with your child's name, age, school and contact details.
Kind regards,
Naveed Hameed Uzra Casuri Balouch
President Vice President
The PANZ Executive Team
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Honour of Constitution and integrity of Community.
As we see New pakistan association has taken the oath . We congratulation them and hope they will stick to the agenda of resort the honour of constitution and integrity of community. Ups and down comes in organization but what we have seen in last panz , is not hidden, constitution became just few papers , how we riped it known to all NO Exe election , No agm in two years, no membership, NO funds, division in community, more then this half of the attendance on 14-aug was a disgrace for out going panz of Mr. Khan.
Hameed Naveed new president and his team have many challenges ahead of them.
to keep the record straight we request new panz of-12-14- to declared what the have got from out going panz. We also request , what happened to funds collected in name of panz and pak high commission? We know half that funds were given to imran khan Charity . What happened to other half sill unknown
Among few asset's panz have had a sound system, reports shows that has been disposed off to rubbish
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
website designer/developer For PANZ
Asalamoalikum
Pakistan
Association of new Zealand is looking for volunteer web designer/developer if you are
web designer or in your circle you know any web designer/developer
Please kindly contact us @ panznz@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/mypanz
with any contact details or any connection you may have to get the
website started as soon as possible.
Your help is kindly appreciated and well acknowledged.
Yours Sincerely,
Naveed Hameed and the Executive Team of PANZ
Phone # : 09-2154255
Cell # : 0212631308
Pakistan
Association of new Zealand
Monday, March 5, 2012
PTI-NZCT2012
Salam Everyone
On behalf of PTI-NZ I would like to inform that PTI Nz has announced their 1st event of the year 2012. PTI-NZCT2012. All those who want to participate or enroll your team please visit our Facebook page.
www.facebook.com/PTINZ
All information has been given there. Also it is requested to you all to spread this message to make the event successful.
Thanks
Khalid Baloch
Membership Coordinator PTI-NZ