The Migrant Times, Issue 16, February 8 - February 21, 2017
The Migrant Times Issue 16 is out!
*Little talks tough: The so called leader of the free world announces the most racist, prejudiced and discriminatory policy, and our PM does nothing - Andrew Little
*PM meets demands: Extra police and more parliamentary private secretaries from ethnic communities to allay concerns of migrants
* Opera: Lansdown Narropera to feature German opera singers
Personal liability means no escape from paying staff, says Labour Inspectorate
* Race relations: Stand up to hatred - Dame Susan Devoy
* Education: India tops the offshore students visa rejection numbers with 8818 in 2016
* Community radio: Toranj in Farsi
* Indian clothing retailers ordered to pay $60,000 for intimidating ex-employees
* Migrants: New Zealand is benefitting from immigration, says New Zealand Initiative
* Book on Rewi Alley available from April 1
* Colours: Chch's Holi will be a free event this time
* ISKON's Hare Krishna Centre to reopen after 2011
* Platform launched for South Asian women
* Chinese New Year celebrations
*Food: "Learn from what we eat" in Korean style
* Culture and sports: Christchurch to host the largest gathering of Filipinos in NZ during the Labour Day weekend this year
* Multiculturalism: Chch City Council to adopt the Multicultural Strategy on Feb
Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?
Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.
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26.5% I love it!
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30.7% Only in designated areas
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42.7% No, it should be outdoors only.
Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).
Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.
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70% Yes
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26.8% No
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3.2% Other - I'll share below
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