08/06/2026
What an incredible, heartwarming, and successful event ๐๐๐ง๐๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ was on 7 June 2026 at the Fickling Convention Centre, Three Kings! ๐
Organised by ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ฒ๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฃ ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ and ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐ ๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ Puketฤpapa Local Board, the event brought together grandparents, parents, and grandchildren under one roof for a memorable day of connection, joy, and togetherness. ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ
The day opened with the Indian National Anthem and a prayer, honouring the richness of Indian culture. ๐ Grandparents shared treasured stories passed down through generations, while children brought the Monkey and Crocodile tale to life through a lively performance. ๐๐
Stitching and embroidery sessions sparked the most beautiful moments. ๐ชก Hearing grandparents say, "Main apne school time par aise stitching karti thi," while young hands eagerly learned alongside them, was truly special. Henna (mehndi) art by parents and grandparents added even more colour and joy to the day. ๐ฟ
Grandmothers and grandchildren danced together to "Daadi Amma Daadi Amma maan jao," and lively performances lit up the stage. ๐๐บ Traditional games like Kho-Kho, Kanche (Marbles), and Stapoo (Hopscotch) brought laughter, teamwork, and friendly competition across all three generations. ๐ฎ๐ช
In a world where screens often replace conversations and technology keeps us individually connected yet collectively apart ๐ฑ, this day reminded us of something powerful. When generations sit together, play together, and share stories face to face, something irreplaceable happens. Children discover who they come from. Grandparents feel seen and valued. Parents find themselves the bridge between two worlds. ๐
What we achieved goes beyond one event. We proved that our culture, our games, our stories, and our bonds are very much alive and worth passing on. In today's fast-moving world, slowing down to share a game of Kanche or listen to a folk tale is a quiet act of resistance and love. ๐
The day wrapped up with delicious pizzas, snacks, and plenty of photos capturing memories that will last far longer than any screen time. ๐
A heartfelt thank you to all our grandparents, parents, grandchildren, teachers, volunteers, supporters, and community members. Together, we celebrated our heritage, shared stories and laughter, learned from one another, and created beautiful memories across generations. Your presence, energy, and support made Generations in Play a truly meaningful and joyful celebration of family, culture, and community.
Auckland Council
Puketฤpapa Local Board
India In Auckland - Consulate General of India
India in New Zealand (High Commission of India, Wellington)
Roopa Aur Aap Charitable Trust
Roshni Chadha
Jeet Suchdev
Roopa Suchdev
Kanika Ranga
Gurdev Kaur
Shashi Khatter
