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Welcome to the first edition of Maya Maya is the most common bird in the Philippines. It is found in big crowded cities and sleepy dusty villages. It is friendly, social and usually gathers with its kind. It perches along electric lines, happily chirping, as if untiringly recounting stories. Its gregariousness towards people shows it has learned to adapt well to its surroundings. We are a bit like the Maya. Wherever life takes us, we seek our kind, our kababayans. Whether it is a salo-salo to satisfy our craving for adobo or to obsess about the latest celebrity chismis, catching up with our kababayans never disappoint. They are resilient, funny, caring and inspiring. Whatever they do for a living and no matter where they are in the world. Maya, New Zealand’s latest Filipino community publication, is a celebration of what makes us endearingly Filipino. Join us as we weave our stories together. Celebrating Filipino Life in New Zealand
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Filipino Achievers Award
The Federation of Filipino Associations, Societies and Clubs in New Zealand (FFASCNZ) recognizes the achievement of our outstanding kababayans with the inaugural Filipino Achievers Award. Ambassador Bienvenido Tejano (wearing Barong Tagalog) and FFASCNZ chair Alfonso Gaerlan congratulate awardees.
Dr Tony Noblejas (right) is a recipient of the Queen’s Service Medal. In January this year, the New Zealand government recognized his long time service to the Filipino community.
Silvia Contreras Zonoobi (centre) is an Officer of New Zealand Order of Merit. In 2003, she was awarded for services to refugee and migrant communities.
Dr Tony Fernando (right) is a recipient of the University of Auckland’s Butland Award for Sustained Teaching Excellence. He is a member of the university’s Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.
Vina Paredes (centre) is a multi-awarded journalist specializing in the ICT sector. She is a recipient of the Qantas Media Award and Fronde Journalist Award. She is currently the editor in chief of CIO Magazine.
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+ the light side of life
A makeover of a lifetime It’s a dream come true… It was a day of fairy tales as Lina Bangero’s childhood dreams of becoming a real princess finally came true. Gelmar Palmes, Lina’s younger brother, won the UP Alumni New Zealand’s Bingo ng Bayan’s $500 Lava Salon makeover prize. Lava Salon offers hair, beauty and fashion makeover from its posh Newmarket premises. Lina is a registered nurse from Iloilo City. She migrated to New Zealand early this year to be able to support her family in the Philippines. She currently works in a Remuera resthome and hopes to Celebrating Filipino Life in New Zealand
take up nursing registration exams next year. Gelmar and Lina share a special bond. It did not come as a surprise when Gelmar offered Lina the opportunity for a makeover. He says, “Lina is a big fan of the show America’s Next Top Model. She has always been shy and a little reserved, but I know she secretly wishes to be treated like a star!” Terrence Underwood, Lava Salon’s stylist and New Zealand’s very own Doctor Hair, and his team of fashion and beauty experts made
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Issue 1 | November 2008 Lina’s dreams come true. Their vision and expertise transformed Lina from a shy provincial girl to a confident woman of today. Terrence redesigned the classic bob to a short off-the-face shattered and layered look. Two rich red shades were used to highlight her hair, achieving a modern and vibrant style, which suits Lina’s creamy complexion. Kate Welsby, the team’s makeup artist and beauty therapist, brightened her eyes with shades of red and electric blue, “The trend this season is to use cheerful colours reminiscent of the 60s look. For her lips, I used a loud shade of red to enhance the dramatic look of her hair and eyes.”
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Jillian Grant, a fashion consultant, helped Lina create her own style. She took her to Boudoir, a Newmarket haven for those who want the latest in fashion wear. “ Clothes, shoes and accessories need to work together to make you feel sexy and feminine. For Lina, I have chosen a silk blouse and a polka dot skirt, sweet and yet flirty. A set of white pearls necklace finishes the look.” Lina’s stunning transformation has indeed turned her into a star. “I am very lucky. Terrence and his team made me feel comfortable and confident at the same time. If you need a bit of pampering, see them! I’m so glad my brother went to the bingo. I’m definitely going to be there next year.” Contact Terrence and his team for a new you on 09 529 5252 or visit his website www.lavahair.com.
Gelmar Palmes (left) wins Bingo ng Bayan’s $500 Lava Salon makeover prize Celebrating Filipino Life in New Zealand
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Barangay Pinoy
CAPO Philippine Independence Day celebration led by Fr Gilbert Ramos and Fr Ruben Elago
Out & about in NZ
Filipino Society Rizal Reserve wreath laying with Former Consul Graeme Dabb (far right)
Pinoy Social Workers posing for the camera
AKL Pinoy sausage sizzle fundraising
Hamilton Labour Weekend organizers (from left) Josie McEwen and Mel Henley with Auckland guests
Planet Earth’s Edith Carpenter (second from left) with CAPO officers and friends
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Stunning Hamilton
Discover home
Hamilton is New Zealand’s fourth largest urban area and one of the country’s fastest growing cities. The Waikato River, New Zealand’s longest river, flows for 16 km through the city, its 135 gardens and parks. This year, the city is home to the 31st Filipino Labour Weekend. Open spaces and wide blue skies, what’s there not to like about Hamilton?
Experience gardens from around the world. Hamilton Gardens, the city’s most popular tourist destination is still our best pick as our most memorable JAFA (just another friendly Aucklander) experience. Enjoy these photos taken by Angela Dignadice, an 11-year old student and aspiring photographer from ACG Parnell College. Maya is an electronic magazine distributed every first week of the month to CAPO members and subscribers of online Filipino communities AKL Pinoy and UP Alumni NZ. To submit photos, articles, feedback and requests for free subscription, please email mayaeditor@gmail.com. For advertising queries, please call Weng Docot on 0212 531 531. December issue booking deadline: November 20, 2008.
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