Mana Andhra Telugu Association

03/05/2026

🙏 SVD Bhojan Mela 🙏

Join us for a joyful food festival and support the SVD Temple Project.
Delicious food • Devotional service • Community spirit

📍 378 Ararimu Road, Ramarama, Auckland
📅 17th May Sunday – From 11am to 4pm

FREE ENTRY | FREE SOFT DRINKS
FREE VEGETARIAN FOOD BY SHIVANI Restaurant and Idli Sambar

05/04/2026

https://indiannewslink.co.nz/telugu-community-joins-mata-to-mark-ugadi-in-auckland

Celebration of Heritage and Hope: The Mana Andhra Telugu Association recently hosted 300 guests at Auckland's Mt Roskill War Memorial Hall to celebrate Ugadi 2026. Featuring traditional rituals and vibrant youth performances, the event underscored the community’s cultural resilience. Trustees of Sri Venkateshwara Devasthanam also shared progress on their South Auckland temple project, inviting devotees to support the next stage of construction through various sponsorship schemes.

India In Auckland - Consulate General of India
Andhra Pradesh CM
Pawan Kalyan
New Zealand Indian Central Association

Mana Andhra Telugu Association
Mata New Zealand

Telugu community joins MATA to mark Ugadi in Auckland

26/03/2026

Hearty congratulations to the winners of the raffle draw held during MATA Ugadi celebrations
Mana Andhra Telugu Association
Bharath Javvaji
Prasad Sappa
PK Kumar

26/03/2026

🌸🙏 MATA NZ కుటుంబ సభ్యులకు శ్రీ రామ నవమి శుభాకాంక్షలు 🙏🌸

శ్రీ రాముని ఆశీస్సులతో మీ కుటుంబాల్లో సుఖశాంతులు, ఆరోగ్యం, ఐశ్వర్యం, ఆనందం నిండాలని మనస్పూర్తిగా కోరుకుంటున్నాము.

జై శ్రీ రామ్ 🙏

🌸🙏 Sri Rama Navami Wishes to MATA NZ Family 🙏🌸

Wishing all our MATA NZ family members a very Happy Sri Rama Navami.

May Lord Rama bless you and your families with peace, prosperity, good health, and happiness. May this auspicious day bring positivity and harmony to our community.

Jai Sri Ram 🙏

MATA NZ CORE COMMITTEE

23/03/2026

🌸✨ Heartfelt Thanks for a Grand & Successful Ugadi Celebration! ✨🌸

Our Ugadi – MATA NZ Telugu New Year Celebrations turned out to be a truly grand success, and it wouldn’t have been possible without you.

A huge thank‑you to every family, volunteer, performer, sponsor, and supporter who joined hands to make this event vibrant, joyful, and full of festive spirit. Your presence, energy, and enthusiasm brought our Telugu community together in the most beautiful way.

From the cultural performances to the warm camaraderie, from the delicious food to the exciting lucky draw — every moment shone because of the collective effort and love you all shared.

🌸 Your support made this Ugadi celebration truly special.
🌸 Your participation filled it with life.
🌸 Your smiles made it memorable.

As we step into the new year, we carry forward this spirit of unity, tradition, and togetherness.
Here’s to many more celebrations, shared moments, and community milestones ahead.

✨ Thank you once again for making Ugadi 2026 a grand success! ✨

23/03/2026

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You From MATA NZ 🌟

Dear Andhra & Telugu Community,

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your unwavering support to the Mana Andhra Telugu Association (MATA NZ).
Because of your love, trust, and presence, Ugadi Celebrations 2026 became a grand and memorable success last night.

Over the past weeks, there has been negativity, misinformation, and deliberate attempts by a few to demean and dismantle the spirit of MATA NZ.

But we chose a different path —

- We believed in karma,
- We kept our heads down,
- We continued to work hard,
- And above all, we trusted God and you, our community.

Your overwhelming support proved once again that truth, unity, and good intentions always prevail.
We cannot thank each and every one of you enough for standing with MATA NZ and uplifting the Telugu community with such strength and positivity.

🙏 Special Mentions

Our heartfelt gratitude to:

- Hon. Helen White
- Indra Sirigiri garu
- Venkat Raman garu
- Kalyan garu
- Ram Mohan garu

Your constant support, guidance, and encouragement mean the world to us and to the entire MATA NZ family.

🤝 A Big Thank You to Our Sponsors
Your generosity and belief in our mission played a crucial role in making Ugadi 2026 a success.
We extend our sincere thanks to:

- Title Sponsor - Better Advice Group
- One Niche
- Sal’s Pizza (Takanini & Pukekohe)
- Pearl Plumbing
- HRM Imports

Your support strengthens our community and helps us continue serving with pride, culture, and purpose.

Together, we celebrated Ugadi with pride, culture, and unity.
Together, we will continue to build a stronger, more vibrant Telugu community in New Zealand.

With warm regards,
MATA Core Committee🙏💐💐

Mana Andhra Telugu Association

23/03/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1K9e9fQiUa/?mibextid=wwXIfr

21/03/2026

🌸 The Day Has Finally Come! 🌸
MATA NZ – Ugadi Celebrations 2026

Dear Community,
The wait is over — Ugadi 2026 is here, and the festive spirit is already filling the air! Our MATA NZ team is buzzing with excitement as final arrangements are underway. The hall is being set up and the aroma of authentic Andhra dishes is beginning to fill the venue.

Today is the day we come together as one Telugu family to welcome the New Year with joy, tradition, and cultural pride.

✨ What’s Happening Right Now
- Our volunteers are preparing the venue with beautiful festive décor
- Cultural performers are rehearsing for their vibrant showcases
- Ugadi Pachadi is being freshly prepared
- Lucky draw gifts — including the gold coin and Prezzy Cards — are ready
- Dinner arrangements are in full swing to serve you a delicious Andhra feast

Everything is coming together perfectly — all we need now is you.

🤝 Join Us This Evening!
Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring your festive spirit. Let’s celebrate Ugadi with laughter, tradition, and unforgettable moments.
See you all from 6 PM onwards at Mt Roskill War Memorial Hall!

Warm regards,
MATA Core Committee
Mana Andhra Telugu Association

19/03/2026

🌸✨ Ugadi 2026 – Only 2 Days to Go! ✨🌸

The countdown is on, and the festive spirit is already in the air. In just 2 days, we come together for the grand Ugadi – MATA NZ Telugu New Year Celebrations, welcoming a year filled with new beginnings, fresh hopes, and joyful moments.

Bring your family, your smiles, and your festive spirit as we celebrate our rich Telugu traditions with unity, positivity, and togetherness. A beautiful new year is waiting to unfold.

🎉✨ And there’s more to look forward to… our exciting Ugadi Lucky Draw! ✨🎉

Get ready for some amazing prizes that add an extra sparkle to the celebrations:

🥇 1st Prize: A stunning 1‑gram 24‑carat Gold Coin — a perfect symbol of prosperity for the year ahead.
🥈🥉 2nd & 3rd Prizes: $100 Prezzy Cards, giving you the freedom to shop your favourites across New Zealand.

Join us, celebrate the spirit of Ugadi, and stand a chance to take home these wonderful gifts.
Let’s welcome the Telugu New Year with joy, tradition, and a sprinkle of good luck.

🌸✨ See you at the celebrations! ✨🌸

18/03/2026

🌸MATA NZ Presents: UGADI CELEBRATIONS 2026 🌸
Mana Andhra Telugu Association
Let’s welcome the New Year with joy, tradition, and togetherness!
📅 Date: 21 March 2026
📍 Venue: Mt Roskill War Memorial Hall
🏠 Address: 15 May Road, Wesley, Auckland 1041
⏰ Time: From 6 PM onwards
✨ Event Highlights
🌿 Ugadi Pachadi – the traditional taste of the New Year
🎁 Exciting Lucky Draws – Gold coin + two $100 Prezzy Cards
🎭 Cultural Performances – showcasing our rich Telugu heritage
📜 Panchanga Sravanam – traditional New Year predictions
🍽️ Authentic Andhra Dinner – a feast to remember
🤝 Join Us!
Bring your friends and family, and let’s celebrate Ugadi as one vibrant community.
Mark your calendars — we can’t wait to create more wonderful memories together.
Warm regards,
MATA Core Committee
Mana Andhra Telugu Association