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Asian migrants experience racism in community sports

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, members of West Auckland’s Asian community say they feel they’ve experienced racism and discrimination in community sport.

A study, undertaken by Sport Waitākere and funded by the Ministry for Ethnic Communities, looked at diversity and inclusion in community sport in West Auckland.

The report found while Asian migrants were involved in community sports groups, they faced barriers in becoming leaders within those groups.

Have you experienced discrimination in sport?

Read the full story at the link below.

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4 days ago

Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.

Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.

So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?

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Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
  • 67.9% Yes
    67.9% Complete
  • 28.9% No
    28.9% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
2502 votes
7 days ago

Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.

Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.

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Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
  • 23.7% Yes
    23.7% Complete
  • 75.7% No
    75.7% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
2651 votes
4 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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