Filipino News NZ

01/11/2025

We’d like to extend our deepest appreciation to all our sponsors, exhibitors, vendors, performers, sound and LED screen technicians and to our amazing team — your hard work and dedication made the Auckland Asia Festival, held on 11–12 October 2025 at the Auckland Showgrounds, a great success!

And to everyone who came to enjoy the festival — some even visiting not just once but twice — we are truly grateful for your support and enthusiasm. 🙏❤️

Your energy and participation made this celebration of Asian culture unforgettable. See you again next year! 🎉✨

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01/11/2025

Multicultural Fashion Show at Auckland Asia Festival

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing fashion show models who graced the event with elegance and confidence 💃✨

Your presence added glamour and energy to the event 🌟❤️

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30/10/2025

Join us in congratulating Homecooked NZ on their 10th year Anniversary! 🎉🎉

Let's celebrate together with music, dance and love ❤️ at The Love Frequency concert, featuring Kris Lawrence, November 8, 6pm-9pm in Westlake Girls Event Centre.. See you there! 🙋‍♀️

To buy tickets, use promocode 30FAMILY for 30% Discount. Ticket link:
https://luma.com/v2aqkwkp

Kids 12 and below are free.

Get ready, Auckland! The Prince of R&B, Kris Lawrence, is coming to New Zealand for one unforgettable night of soul, groove, and timeless hits. With his smooth…

30/10/2025

📸 Photos Batch 2: Our Amazing Performers!
Here’s the second batch of photos capturing the talent, energy and passion of our wonderful performers. 🎤🎶💃
Stay tuned — more photos coming soon! 💫

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30/10/2025

Batch 1: Performer Highlights!
A huge thank you to all our talented performers who lit up the stage! 🌈
Here’s the first batch of photos celebrating your hard work, creativity and unforgettable moments. ❤️🎭
More snapshots on the way — keep an eye out! 👀📸

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30/10/2025

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has hinted that a long-awaited rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr. is close to becoming reality — nearly a decade after their first encounter, famously dubbed “The Fight of the Century.”

Pacquiao confirmed that while talks with Mayweather’s team are ongoing, he is also considering…[full article on www.filipinonews.nz ]

Celebrate the Filipino spirit at these upcoming Filipino events in NZ!
- Pinoy BBQ Fest NZ: Nov 29 at Auckland Showgrounds
- Halo Halo Festival Wellington: Dec 6th at TSB Arena, Wellington
- Halo Halo Festival Auckland: March 28th at Auckland Showgrounds

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30/10/2025

Pinoys in Wellington! We’re FINALLY bringing Halo Halo Festival to Wellington on December 6th! At TSB Arena, Wellington Central. FREE ENTRY.
In collaboration with Southeast Asia Festival NZ!

Celebrate our rich culture, food, music, and dances — with HUNDREDS of food and drink options from all across the Philippines and Southeast Asia. From Lechon to Halo Halo, Taho to Adobo, Kwek Kwek, Chicken Inasal and so much more - this is the ultimate Filipino feast.

PLUS: Non-stop entertainment all day long.

Pinoys in Wellington, you’re not ready for this!

Tag your Wellington Kababayans!

FREE ENTRY
December 6th | 11AM-6PM
TSB Arena, Wellington Central



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29/10/2025

Mang Joe's Chicken Inasal NZ

Mang Joe's Chicken Inasal NZ is a proud Platinum Sponsor of The Great Big BBQ Festival at Auckland Showgrounds on 29th Nov, 10am-6pm!! FREE ENTRY

Come try HUNDREDS of unique BBQs from around the world! Including Mang Joe’s Famous Chicken Inasal - a popular grilled chicken dish from Bacolod City in the Philippines 🇵🇭 Also, try our Signature Grilled Pork Liempo.

Can’t wait? Go check out Mang Joe’s recently opened restaurant at 106 Ponsonby International Food Court!

DINE WITH US!
of Parking on weekdays and free parking ob weekends and after 6PM along Pollen's Street.
of tables and chairs

27/10/2025

🎉 Auckland Asia Festival 2025 – Day 1!
We’re thrilled to open this year’s Festival with an unforgettable celebration of culture, colour and community!

🦁 The day begins with a spectacular Lion Dance performance, symbolising luck and prosperity, followed by welcoming speeches from our honoured VIP guests.

We kicked off a weekend filled with vibrant performances, delicious food and the rich traditions of Asia — all right here in the heart of Auckland.

📅 Date: Saturday, 11 October 2025
📍 Location: Auckland Showgrounds
✨ Start of something amazing — the Auckland Asia Festival has officially begun!



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