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The Asia New Zealand Foundation supports contemporary and forward-thinking postgraduate and academic research projects or programmes relating to Asia with grants of up to $5,000.

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Foundation research grants The Foundation’s postgraduate research grants allows New Zealand postgraduate students to undertake research in Asia.

NZ’s Southeast Asian Festival is back in 2024!

An exciting, high-energy event that celebrates Southeast Asia’s vibrant culture and cuisine.

When: Saturday 28th September, 10am - 4pm
Where: Auckland Showgrounds, Greenlane Road

AMOUS MALAYSIAN FARE – Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai, Hokkien Mee, Apam Balik, Assam Laksa, Chicken Satay, Kuih Lepas, Onde-Onde, Roti Jala, Teh Tarikh…

FILIPINO FAVOURITES – Mang Joe’s Chicken Inasal, BBQ. Lechon, Kwek Kwek, Laing. Dinuguan. Caldereta. BBQ Pork Skewers, Ube Cake … and of course – Halo Halo...

MUST TRY INDONESIAN DISHES – Nasi Uduk, Ayam Goreng, Otak Otak, Mertabak Manis, Perkedel, Gado Gado …

SAWADEE KAI: Pad Thai, Khao Pad (Fried Rice), Tom Yum Soup, Fish Cakes ….

A TASTE OF VIETNAM: Bahn Mi (sandwiches), Pho (noodle soup), Spicy Beef Noodle Soup …

LOTS MORE: BBQ Squid, Dumplings, Biriyani ….

Enjoy your food while watching the jam-packed program of traditional Southeast Asian dances, performances from New Zealand’s top Asian musicians and unique cultural theatre.

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Look East Festival NZ's BIGGEST Southeast Asian Festival 2024