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Continue reading →: Golden Hour Reflections: A Bus Ride Through HamiltonThere’s something magical about the golden hour in an urban setting—the time when the sun begins its descent, casting the city in a warm, golden hue. It’s a moment when everything seems to slow down, and the bustling energy of the day gives way to a soft, serene calm. For…
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Continue reading →: Celebrate Diversity at the New Zealand Ethnic Football FestivalWhat an amazing day it has been at the New Zealand Ethnic Football Festival 2024, where cultures came together, not through words, but through the beautiful game of football! This year, 24 teams from Hamilton, Auckland, Matamata, Tauranga, Christchurch, and Queenstown gathered to compete, creating an unforgettable atmosphere that celebrates…
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Continue reading →: Weekend Getaway to Raglan: Surf and SerenityThe reason for this weekend getaway was to escape the hustle of Hamilton and set my sights on a charming coastal town named Raglan, nestled in the heart of the Waikato region, only 47 kilometers from home. The drive was not too long, about an hour, but it wasn’t exactly…
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Continue reading →: Friday Night Market: A Culinary Journey in HamiltonAs the sun begins to set on a typical Friday evening in Hamilton, the heart of the city comes alive with a buzz of excitement. This buzz leads you straight to the famous Friday Night Market, where the air is filled with the enticing aroma of sizzling food, the hum…
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Continue reading →: A Friendly Encounter: How a Local Chinese Cafeteria Became My Mandarin Practice HubLiving in a new country is full of surprises, and sometimes the most unexpected moments turn into the most meaningful experiences. One of these moments happened recently when I stumbled upon a cozy, family-run Chinese cafeteria in downtown Hamilton. I’m not much of a coffee drinker, but something about the…
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Continue reading →: Refugee Resilience: Thriving in New ZealandThis weekend, I had the privilege of gathering with a group of former refugees from East Africa at Coffee Culture in Hamilton. What made this meetup truly special wasn’t just the coffee—it was the opportunity to hear inspiring stories of migration, resilience, and gratitude. These men and women, hailing from…
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Continue reading →: Chasing Sunsets: From East Africa to New Zealand’s Stunning LandscapesThere’s something magical about the moment when the sky transforms into a canvas of colors as the sun dips below the horizon. Back in my hometown in Somalia, I would often sit by the beach, watching the golden sun melt into the Indian Ocean, painting the sky with hues of…
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Continue reading →: Navigating Job Challenges as an Immigrant in HamiltonStarting a new life in a new country is exciting but comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to finding a job. Since arriving in Hamilton, I have been on a tireless search to secure employment, but the journey has not been easy. As someone with…
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Continue reading →: Welcome to My New Journey: Resettling in New ZealandHello, and welcome to my blog! My name is Abdifatah Jelle, and I’m excited to share my experiences, thoughts, and reflections as I begin my new life in New Zealand. Originally from Somalia, East Africa, I’ve been on a long journey to get here, and now I’m ready to open…
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