Taranaki Filipino Society Inc.

24/08/2026

What a great start to our fundraising for Pistang Pinoy 2026! Positive vibes, amazing people, lots of dancing, and wonderful support from everyone. Our audience and sausage sizzle customers found us entertaining, the energy was contagious as they said, and it was fantastic to see so many smiling faces🤩.

Most importantly, there is always unity when we come together as a community. Thank you to everyone who supported us yesterday. Together, we’re making a difference and moving closer to our goal! ❤️🌭🎉

Kita kita po tau muli sa aming next Sausage Sizzle Fundraising sa September 5 po!

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24/08/2026

What a great start to our fundraising for Pistang Pinoy 2026! Positive vibes, amazing people, lots of dancing, and wonderful support from everyone. Our audience and sausage sizzle customers found us entertaining, the energy was contagious as they said, and it was fantastic to see so many smiling faces🤩.

Most importantly, there is always unity when we come together as a community. Thank you to everyone who supported us yesterday. Together, we’re making a difference and moving closer to our goal! ❤️🌭🎉

Kita kita po tau muli sa aming next Sausage Sizzle Fundraising sa September 5 po!

21/08/2026

ONLY $3 PER SAUSAGE!

Come along, grab a sausage, and support our TFSI delegates and representatives heading to Pistang Pinoy 2026 on October 23-25!

Sausage available from 9am! See you there!

Maraming salamat po!🫶❤️

18/08/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to one of our amazing TFSI Committee Members, Raven Antonio! 🎉🎂🎂❤️

Today, we celebrate not only your special day but also the talent, energy, and passion you bring to our community. Your love for dancing, and enthusiasm in Zumba inspire and motivate so many people around you.

Thank you for sharing your time, skills, and vibrant spirit with TFSI. May your birthday be filled with happiness, good health, laughter, and countless blessings.

Happy Birthday from your TFSI Family! 🫶

18/08/2026

18/08/2026

It was an honor to meet Ambassador Kira during the Meet and Greet and Consular Outreach Mission in Taranaki (15th August, 2026).

On behalf of the Taranaki Filipino community, we sincerely thank the Philippine Embassy team for bringing essential consular services closer to our kababayans and for taking the time to connect with our community. Your hard work and commitment to serving Filipinos in New Zealand are truly appreciated.

Congratulations as well on this 60th anniversary milestone! 🇵🇭🇳🇿
Muli, maraming salamat po, and we look forward to continued collaboration in serving and strengthening our Filipino community.

Philippine Embassy in New Zealand


(Some photos taken by David Ban)

17/08/2026

It is with great pleasure that we formally introduce the newly elected Officers and Committee Members of the Taranaki Filipino Society Incorporated (TFSI) for the upcoming term.

President: Janice (Jana) dela Cruz
Vice President: Dinalyn Gunther
Secretary: Mary anne delos Reyes
Treasurer: Froilan Bordoy
Asst. Treasurer: Grace Guerrero
PRO 1: Sandra de Guia
PRO 2: San Beda Castillo

Executive Committees:
Richardson Espedilla
Ida Vickers
Raven Antonio
Rofel Gapol
Aprilee Ann Batag

Advisers: Emily Julian & Ulinda Sandford

These dedicated individuals have unselfishly volunteered their time, skills, and commitment to serve our Filipino community. Together, they will work to promote Filipino culture, strengthen community connections, and support the goals and activities of our society.

Please join us in warmly welcoming and congratulating our new leadership team. We look forward to supporting one another, working together and continuing to build a stronger, more vibrant, and connected TFSI for everyone.

Congratulations to all our Officers and Executive Committee Members, and thank you for your willingness to serve. We wish you a successful, rewarding, and meaningful term ahead as you help strengthen our community and create positive opportunities for Filipinos, migrants, and their families in Taranaki.

🇵🇭 Mabuhay ang TFSI! 🇳🇿

13/08/2026

TFSI few representatives, participated a successful family friendly event of TARANAKI INDIAN COMMUNITY fundraiser’s QUIZ NIGHT tonight(13-08-26) hosted by SHANKAR NAUTIYAL. Thanks for inviting us, Shankar, Ashwani & Suman.

INTRODUCING: A special participation of TFSI NEW PRESIDENT FOR 2026-2028, OUR FORMER SECRETARY & VICE PRESIDENT…”JANA DE LA CRUZ”
Congratulations again Madam Jana.

TFSI’s new set of leaders pictures to follow next. 🙏🏼🕊️🇵🇭🇳🇿

09/08/2026

🌟🎟️ RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE! 🎟️🌟

Mga kababayan, pamilya, at mga kaibigan, we are now selling raffle tickets to support our Beauty Pageant Representative - Kate Lucio as she proudly represents our community! 👑

Sa bawat ticket na inyong mabibili, magkakaroon po kau ng chance na manalo ng exciting prizes, at makakatulong din kayo sa kanyang pageant journey. Ang malilikom na pondo ay gagamitin para sa competition registration, travel, accommodation, at iba pang kinakailangang gastusin.

✨ Isang ticket, malaking tulong!
✨ Isang ticket, suporta sa pangarap!
✨ Isang ticket, pagkakataong manalo!

1 ticket = $5
To pay for ticket, please deposit to:

Taranaki Filipino Society Incorporated
15-3953-0528975-00

Draw Date: September 12,2026

Tara na at makiisa sa ating bayanihan spirit! Let’s help our representative shine on the national stage and make our community proud.

Para po makabili ng ticket, mag-message lamang sa amin o makipag-ugnayan kay Grace - 0279268903.

Ticket details below! Maraming salamat po sa inyong suporta! ❤️