Eid al-Fitr means “festival of breaking the fast” and marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Traditionally, Eid is celebrated for three days as an official holiday in all Muslim-majority countries. However, the number of vacation days varies by country.
HOW IS THE START OF EID DETERMINED?
Like Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr begins with the first sighting of the new moon, so usually Muslims have to wait until the night before Eid to verify its date.
If the new moon is not visible, the month lasts 30 days. Because it is a lunar occurrence, the date of Eid changes annually on the Gregorian calendar and varies
from country to country depending on geographical location.
To declare the start of Eid, Muslim-majority countries depend on the testimonies of local moon sighters. The Judicial High Court then decides if Eid has arrived. When the sighting has been verified, Eid is declared on televisions, radio stations and at mosques.
HOW DO MUSLIMS CELEBRATE EID?
Muslims across the world begin Eid celebrations by partaking in communal dawn prayers, followed by a short sermon. While in some countries the prayers take place in mosques or large halls, in many countries it is also held in the open.
People congratulate one another as they head home after Eid prayers. They spend the day visiting relatives and neighbours and accepting sweets as they move around from house to house. Children, dressed in new clothes, are offered gifts and money to celebrate the joyous occasion. This is preceded by the giving of alms to the poor, or zakat, which is one of the five pillars of Islam.
It is common for the capitals of Muslim-majority countries to decorate their streets with
festive lights and hold carnivals to commemorate the end of the holy month.
Each country has traditional desserts and sweets that are prepared before Eid or on the morning of the first day. These foods range from special biscuits and bread to cakes and puddings. On the first day of Eid al-Fitr, voluntary fasting is not allowed as Muslims are encouraged to feast and celebrate the completion of a month of worship and abstinence from food.
In some countries, families visit graveyards to offer their respects to family members who have departed.
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On this joyous occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, I extend my warmest congratulations to you and your families. May this blessed day bring you happiness, peace, and countless rewards for your devotion throughout Ramadan.
As we celebrate, I wish to express my deepest gratitude to all our generous donors, volunteers, and supporters. Your contributions over the past year have made a profound difference in the lives of thousands worldwide. With your help, Human Appeal Australia has been able to deliver vital aid, food packs, medical supplies, and educational support to those most in need.
Over the past months, I had the humbling opportunity to lead relief efforts across multiple countries, including Syria, witnessing firsthand the struggles of our brothers and sisters. Thanks to your unwavering generosity, we were able to bring hope, provide shelter, and extend a helping hand to the most vulnerable communities.
Human Appeal Australia is steadfast in its mission to deliver vital aid to the resilient people of Gaza, who are bearing the harsh realities of war, as well as to communities in Sudan and Yemen in desperate need of support.
Your continuous support is the driving force behind our humanitarian mission. As we step into the months ahead, let us keep the spirit of giving and compassion alive beyond Ramadan.
May Allah (SWT) accept your fasts, prayers, and charity, and may He bless you abundantly. Eid Mubarak!
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RACV
RACV is calling on motorists to remain vigilant about driveway safety, and to maintain the success of 2024 and prevent the injury or death of children in driveways.
The Coroners Court of Victoria did not record the death of a child in a driveway last year – a welcome change after 13 children aged between one and 10 lost their lives in driveway tragedies between 2020 and 2023.
RACV Head of Policy
James Williams said that operating a vehicle in a driveway requires the same level of mindfulness and risk mitigation as driving on the road.
“We have seen a substantial improvement
RACV ENCOURAGES DRIVEWAY CAUTION TO KEEP CHILDREN SAFE
in reversing camera technology in recent years, and motorists understand the need to check for children and other obstacles when reversing down driveways,” Mr Williams said.
“Motorists may not be aware that many of the driveway deaths we are seeing in Victoria are now forward-facing. Young children are not always visible when they are just below the front of the car, especially larger vehicles and SUVs that have higher bonnets.
“Parents and carers would know that young children are unpredictable and do not have the same cognition as adults do. This places young children at an increased risk in driveways, no matter
how slow a vehicle is travelling.
“We’re relieved that Victorians prevented driveway tragedies last year, but we must remain vigilant to keep it that way.”
RACV advises motorists to follow these driveway safety measures:
• Always look for children before starting the vehicle.
• Always look for children when entering a driveway.
• Do not over-rely on a vehicle’s cameras and sensors to detect children.
• Ensure children are actively supervised and kept well away from moving vehicles.
• Educate family members and visitors
about the risks of driveway incidents.
• Encourage children to play in safe areas away from driveways.
Mr Williams also reminded motorists than in Victoria the driver of a vehicle must not reverse the vehicle unless the driver can do so safely.
“Reversing safely is important to consider especially on driveways that lead into main roads. Road Rule 296 provides a fine of up to three penalty units for not reversing safely from a driveway,” Mr Williams said.
“RACV also reminds motorists that it is legal to use the horn to warn other road-users or animals of the approach or position of your vehicle. This may include
when reversing down a driveway.”
To prevent further tragedies, RACV continues to advocate for an increase in vehicle safety technologies as a standard feature in new vehicles but notes the importance of not overrelying on the technology.
“While new safety technology in our cars is recommended for all motorists, we shouldn’t become over-reliant on cameras and sensors,” Mr Williams said.
“The best way to prevent accidents is to keep children away from driveways and ensure they play in a safe area, far from moving cars.” For more information on driveway safety, visit the driveway safety page of the Kidsafe website.
AUSTRALIANS URGED TO PRIORITISE HEALTH AS MEDICINES AVOID INDEXATION
Australians urged to prioritise health as medicines avoid indexation
The Australian Government is ensuring medicines stay affordable in 2025 by freezing the maximum patient cost of all Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines for all Medicare and concession card holders.
Delaying or skipping filling prescriptions can put your health at risk. This initiative keeps medicines affordable, making it easier for Australians to access essential medicines without added financial strain.
Under the freeze, the PBS patient copayment for pensioners and concession card holders will remain at $7.70 per PBS-listed prescription for the next 5 years. General Medicare card holders’ patient co-payment is also remaining capped at $31.60 per PBSlisted prescription for 2025.
This ensures stable costs for individuals and families, encouraging Australians to prioritise their health by filling their prescriptions without hesitation.
Keeping medicine prices steady helps reduce financial pressure and supports equitable access for all
communities.
The PBS co-payment freeze reflects the government’s broader commitment to improving healthcare affordability and accessibility.
By removing cost as a barrier, this measure aims to improve health outcomes for all Australians.
If you’ve delayed filling a prescription due to concerns about cost, now is the time to act. With the maximum patient cost of PBS medications frozen, the price of medicines hasn’t increased this year, ensuring you can access the treatments you need to protect your health.
For more information on the campaign and translated resources, visit health.gov.au/ cheaper-medicines/ translated-resources
“The cost of medicines should never be a barrier to good health. Freezing the PBS maximum patient cost means Australians can access the medications they need without worrying about rising costs.”
“Too many Australians are delaying or skipping their medicines because of cost pressures. Keeping the PBS co-payment steady removes one of the biggest barriers to accessing healthcare.”
“For families, pensioners, and individuals across the country this initiative makes a real difference. It ensures that everyone, no matter where they live, can afford the medicines they need to stay healthy.”
“I encourage all Australians to prioritise their health. With the price freeze, now is the time to visit your doctor or pharmacist and get the medicines you need.”
Dr Steve Hambleton, Brisbane GP and Chief Clinical Adviser for the Australian Digital Health Agency said.
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Interfaith Iftar Unites Students for Homeless Cause
Students Across Melbourne Unite to Raise Awareness for Melbourne’s Homeless at AIAE’s Interfaith Iftar Dinner!
Melbourne, 21 March 2025 – Students from Muslim and non-Muslim schools came together in a powerful show of unity at Compassion for All, an inter-school iftar dinner held at the Australian International Academy of Education’s Melbourne Senior Campus.
The event aimed to raise awareness about homelessness in Melbourne while empowering student leaders to take meaningful action.
The event warmly welcomed an inspiring range of guests from across Melbourne’s educational,
faith, and community sectors. Among the distinguished attendees were Ms. Gafiah Dickinson, Executive Principal of AIAE; Ms. Aynur Simsirel, CEO of Ilim College; and Ms. Melinda Barini, AIAE Board Chair, accompanied by other members of the AIAE Board, along with Principals Zeynep Sertel of Ilim College, Michelle Shears of AIAE Melbourne Senior Campus, and Moustafa Elakkoumi of King Khalid Coburg Campus. Representing East Preston Islamic College was Business Manager Mr. Usman Mir. The evening also welcomed representatives from the Bachar Houli Foundation, Independent Schools Victoria, and the Australian Federal Police. Religious leaders Sheikh Belal Assaad and Sheikh Alaa Elzokm OAM joined the gathering, adding spiritual depth to the evening. Special guests included current students from participating schools and valued alumni of AIAE.
In addition to students from AIAE’s Melbourne Senior Campus and King Khalid Coburg Campus, the event brought together representatives from Ilim College’s Dallas Secondary Girls’ School, Al-Taqwa College, East Preston Islamic College, Sirius College’s Eastmeadows and Meadowfair Campuses, and Camberwell Girls Grammar School.
“It was heartening to see students from diverse backgrounds come together not only to break bread but to break down barriers,” said Ms. Naima Keddar, Head of Upper Middle School at AIAE. “These young people are not just talking about change, they are ready to lead it.”
Through student-led speeches and interactive sessions, participants explored practical ways to support the homeless, including fundraising initiatives and local outreach programs.
A meaningful moment of the evening came from Executive Principal of AIAE, who shared thoughtful words with the students: “Leaders not only of thought but of compassion,” and “May we build the bridges of understanding, unity and kindness wherever our journey leads.”
To continue the collaboration, a Facebook group was launched, allowing participating schools to share their progress, exchange ideas, and collaborate on future efforts to support Melbourne’s most vulnerable.
Compassion for All was more than just a dinner, it was a call to action, and Melbourne’s youth responded with open hearts and tireless commitment.
Mayor Ned Mannoun
THE CAREER PATH THAT HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS ARE OVERLOOKING
Despite medicine being a desired career for many, Australia is facing a healthcare workforce shortage.
This is particularly true when it comes to the primary health care sector. Primary health care workers are the healthcare professionals at the forefront of the community in non-hospital settings - those that people turn to first for health advice and counsel, such as GPs, nurses and allied health professionals, which includes roles such as pharmacists, physiotherapists, psychologist, occupational therapists, podiatrists and many more.
Australia is facing a health workforce shortage. Local doctors are ageing, with many on the verge of retirement. In 2021, 15.6% of GPs were aged 65 or over. Also, the Nurse Supply and Demand Study 2024 estimates a shortfall of more than 21,000 nurses by 2035.
Recognising the shortage and widespread misconceptions about careers in primary health care, practitioners in the industry are coming together to end these misunderstandings and encourage more workers in the sector.
The common misconception that those working in primary health care
require less skills or knowledge is addressed by Chinese GP Dr Dong Hua. Dr Hua says that primary health care professionals are equally skilled, inspiring, and trusted, delivering exceptional medical care and guidance: “People tend to think that GP’s just do scripts and referrals, but it’s much broader than that. We are managing complex conditions utilising skills from all kinds of specialties… I want to address the patient’s whole health and not [just] a piece of it.”
Although primary health care roles offer several pathways for career growth, many students believe roles are limited, and so, neglect to pursue them. In reality, there are diverse and dynamic options – from specialisations to management roles. Nepali aged care nurse, Shrijana Gautam, dedicated ten years in the sector and moved from being a registered nurse to a clinical care manager. She is now a general manager with over 180 staff. “Working in the primary health sector… has given me so many opportunities to grow my career.” she says.
Primary health care professionals also have the flexibility to work from major cities or rural and remote areas, while building long lasting relationships with their communities.
Dr Hua chose to set up a clinic in the neighbourhood where he grew up. “I’m really proud of what we have achieved here. I have treated their parents, their kids, and their kid’s kids,” he says.
Some may mistakenly view primary health care as less rewarding than other healthcare professions, as it often focuses on non-urgent conditions. In truth, primary health care professionals play a vital role in the local community, building longterm relationships with patients and making a profound impact on their overall well-being. India-born GP, Dr Lester Mascarenhas, has been serving the refugee community for many years which he finds exceptionally rewarding: “For me personally, it’s building trust with the patients and seeing them improve and get better with time,” he says.
A career in primary health care often offers people a clear sense of purpose. Vietnamese-born Physiotherapist, Dr Ken Nguyen, shifted from law to actuarial science, and finally found the right fit in primary health care: “You deal with work accidents, elderly patients, children with abnormal development, and witness their progress all the way back to full function. It’s quite rewarding to see that kind of progress.” he says.
For many, being part of a growing cohort of multicultural primary health care professionals gives a sense of belonging and allows them to push for better health outcomes within their communities. When Turkiye-born clinical psychologist/ neuropsychologist Firdevs Tat first “started practising [psychology], there were two registered Turkishspeaking psychologists.” According to the most recent Census data, there are approximately 100 Turkish-speaking psychologists across Australia, who work to support the wider community and de-stigmatise mental health care.
Iraq-born optometrist, Mohammed Alebrahimi, shares the same sentiment: “It’s an amazing job. I recommend it to anyone who wants to help people [by] working alongside clinicians from different disciplines to provide service to the community,” he says. Alebrahimi offers services nationally and has been advocating for the primary health care sector as a hidden gem to make an impact “one person and one case at a time.”
To learn more about a career in primary health care, visit www.health.gov.au/ primaryhealthcarecareers
ICOM’S SECONDARY STUDENTS GATHERED FOR A SPECIAL RAMADAN ASSEMBLY
ICOM HOSTED TWO DISTINGUISHED GUEST SPEAKERS
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As part of ICOM’s newlyannounced ILEAD Islamic Leadership Program, the college had the honour of hosting two distinguished guest speakers recently. Sheikh Ishak Danis, a highly respected Imam and Khateeb of Turkey’s renowned Çamlıca Mosque, delivered a profoundly moving recitation of the Holy Qur’an, uplifting and inspiring all in attendance with the beauty and power of divine revelation.
Following this, Dr. Abdul Hai Yusuf, former Head of Islamic Affairs at
Khartoum University, Sudan, joined our secondary students and presented an enlightening lecture on the essence of Islamic values. He emphasised the importance of righteous conduct, seeking knowledge and the pursuit of goodness in a world where time is fleeting, reminding students of their responsibility to uphold their faith with sincerity and excellence.
At Islamic College of Melbourne, we frequently receive inquiries regarding our newly established ILEAD Program. Designed for Year 10-12 students, ILEAD is more than just an academic course; it is an exclusive, nationally recognised diploma-level qualification that students
have the option of completing alongside their VCE studies.
Developed in-house at Islamic College of Melbourne, this contemporary Islamic leadership program provides our students with a strong foundation in Islamic leadership while also providing them with access to three professional pathways upon graduation: Imamate, Religious Education, and Chaplaincy. Through this initiative, ICOM remains committed to nurturing the next generation of Islamic leaders who will embody and uphold Islamic values in their respective fields.
MULHOLLAND WELCOMES APPOINTMENT AS SHADOW MINISTER FOR MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS
Evan Mulholland, Liberal Member for Northern Metropolitan Region, has welcomed the announcement by Brad Battin, Leader of the Opposition, that he will serve as Shadow Minister for Multicultural Affairs.
“I am a proud grandson of migrants. In the first moments of my first speech to Parliament I told the story of my late nonna and nonno, Teresa and Domenico Caruso, who came to Australia in the 1950s with nothing but a suitcase. I am a beneficiary of Australia’s great migrant story.”
“My electorate of northern metropolitan is home to so many families who have come from all over the world and chosen the northern suburbs of Melbourne to live, work and raise a family.”
“I know firsthand from my own family the experience of coming to Australia and have seen how our multicultural and multi-faith communities here in Victoria strengthen our state and make a meaningful contribution.”
“The Liberals and Nationals
understand that by encouraging and supporting multicultural communities, these Victorians can better contribute to a richer and more tolerant society.”
“I’ve been listening to multicultural and multi-faith communities and understand that big priorities for them are tackling the cost-of-living crisis and ensuring that freedom of religion and freedom of worship are respected.”
“I am looking forward to getting
to work in this role and meeting with as many community members as possible to hear how the Liberal Party can work with you.”
Mr Mulholland recently forced the Allan Labor Government to abandon its election commitment to abolish the Lord’s Prayer from Parliamentary proceedings, after a petition he initiated gained 11,000 signatures and sparked a stunning backdown from the government as a result of the backlash from faith communities.”
In addition to this appointment, Mr Mulholland has also been appointed as Shadow Minister for Major Projects and Shadow Minister for Arts and Creative Industries, as well as retaining his position as Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party in the Legislative Council.
“As a member of Brad Battin’s leadership team, I will be a strong voice at the table for the hopes and aspirations of Victoria’s multicultural and multi-faith communities.”
AMA CALLS FOR MAJOR BOOST TO WORKFORCE INCENTIVE PROGRAM TO MEET GROWING PATIENT NEEDS
The Australian Medical Association is calling for an expansion of the Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) to enable more nurses and allied health professionals to work in general practice.
AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen said while more funding was allocated to the WIP in the 2023–24 budget, substantial further investment was still needed to meet the complex healthcare needs of Australia’s growing and ageing population.
“General practice teams need greater funding support to deliver the comprehensive care that today’s patients require,” Dr McMullen said.
The WIP has been a real success story, supporting general practices around the county to employ nurses and allied health professionals as part of a GPled team to improve access to
care for patients and further investment in this proven model would enable general practices to do even more.
The AMA’s Modernise Medicare campaign is calling for a $401.4 million investment over four years to expand the WIP, enabling practices to employ the nurses and allied health professionals they need to deliver timely and accessible care for patients.
“GPs are managing more health problems in each consultation and spending more time with patients as the incidence of chronic disease continues to rise,” Dr McMullen said.
“We urgently need to fund more nurses and allied health professionals to work alongside GPs to deliver the long-term treatment, care and patient education services that are crucial for better health outcomes.
“The evidence clearly shows that when we enable GP-led,
collaborative care under one roof, we get better results for patients and reduce pressure on hospitals.”
Dr McMullen emphasised that inadequate support for multidisciplinary general practice would have significant impacts on the future quality and accessibility of primary care.
“Without proper investment in practice teams now, we risk severely limiting access to the comprehensive primary care that keeps Australians healthy and out of hospital. The WIP expansion we’re proposing would pay for itself many times over by enabling better preventive care and chronic disease management.”
Dr McMullen will discuss the critical importance of expanding the WIP during the AMA’s Western Australia roadshow this week, including at a visit to the Pramana Medical Centre.
THE PROVISIONS OF EID AL-FITR
First: preparing for the Eid prayer by performing total ablution and putting on beautiful cloths
Second: it is from the Sunnah to eat an odd number of dates before going out to perform the Eid prayer
Third: it is from the Sunnah to say allâhuakbar (Allah is Great) and to say it out loud, on the other hand women should say it in secret, on the day of Eid when he goes out of his house till he reaches the place of prayer:
Fourth: it is from the Sunnah to go out for prayers walking; on foot
Fifth: it is from the Sunnah that if one goes out for prayer, he is to take one rout and return taking a different one
Sixth: it is legitimate to perform the Eid prayers after sunrise with no Adhan (call for prayer) or iqamah (second call for prayer)
Seventh: if the Eid day coincides with a Friday, whoever prays the Eid prayer is not obliged to pray the Friday prayer
Eighth: who misses the Eid prayer with the Muslim congregation is permitted to make up for it as Eid prayer
Ninth: there is nothing wrong in exchanging congratulations and that people say, “May Allah accept from all of us
Tenth: the day of Eid is a day of joy and affluence
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DIVERSE FAITH LEADERS’ WELCOME FURTHER COMMUNITY CONSULTATION ON RESPECT AT WORK LEGISLATION
A coalition of Christian and Islamic leaders from across Queensland warmly welcomes the Crisafulli Government’s announcement to pause the commencement of major changes to Queensland’s AntiDiscrimination Act 1991 until further consultation can occur. We believe this step provides a crucial opportunity to ensure the legislation is fair, balanced, and reflective of Queensland’s diverse communities.
“Faith leaders across Queensland appreciate the government’s willingness to listen to the voices of faith communities and other stakeholders,” said Rev David Baker, General Secretary of Queensland Churches Together. “We all want to see respectful workplaces for every Queenslander without
undermining core freedoms like religious expression. A process with deeper engagement and open dialogue will help make that happen.”
The faith community supports respectful and safe work environments while remaining mindful of the need to protect fundamental freedoms, including religious belief and expression, while preventing discrimination and harassment.
Our coalition of faith leaders representing both Christian and Islamic communities stands ready to collaborate with government, industry, and community representatives throughout the consultation process.
CONGRATULATIONS AND GREETINGS ON EID
People may exchange congratulations and good greetings on Eid, no matter what form the words take. For example they may say to one another, “Taqabbal Allaahu minnaa wa minkum (May Allaah accept [the fast and worship] from us and from you” or “Eid mubarak” and other similar
permissible greetings. Jubayr ibn Nufayr said: “At the time of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him), when people met one another on the day of Eid, they would say, ‘Taqabbal Allaahu minnaa wa minka (May Allaah accept from us and from you).’”
HOW DO MUSLIMS CELEBRATE EID?
Muslims across the world begin Eid celebrations by partaking in communal post-dawn prayers, followed by a short sermon. The prayers take place in mosques or large halls but in many countries, it is also held in the open to accomodate the large numbers.
People congratulate one another after Eid prayers. They spend the day visiting relatives and neighbours and accepting sweets as they move around from house to house. Children, dressed in new
money to celebrate the joyous occasion.
This is preceded by the giving of alms to the poor.
It is common for Muslimmajority nations to decorate their streets with festive lights and hold carnivals to commemorate the end of the holy month.
Each country has traditional desserts and sweets that are prepared before Eid or on the morning of the first day. These foods range from special biscuits and bread to cakes and puddings..
EID MUBARAK
Clr Bilal El-Hayek MAYOR City of Canterbury Bankstown
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Aftab Malik’s tenure as Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia has frustrated the Australian Muslim community. Instead of addressing concerns with clarity and accountability, his approach remains mired in bureaucratic inertia, vague assurances, and deflection. At a time when Islamophobia is rising and decisive action is needed, his role appears largely symbolic.
Aftab Malik’s response to criticism in his recent article, "Combating Islamophobia: 89 Seconds to Midnight", reveals more about his own shortcomings than it does about his supposed commitment to combatting Islamophobia. Rather than engaging meaningfully with Hanan Dover’s concerns, he focused on discrediting her critique, reinforcing his detachment from the community.
His claims of openness to criticism ring hollow when his response is defensive and condescending. He fixates on Dover’s tone rather than addressing the substance of her concerns. Instead of taking responsibility, he paints himself as the victim, deflecting from his inability to deliver results.
Malik acknowledges frustrations within the Muslim community yet dismisses those who hold him accountable. He agrees that Muslims feel abandoned by politicians and the media, yet when called to act, he retreats into rhetoric rather than taking concrete steps to challenge systemic Islamophobia. His promises of accountability are undermined by delayed responses to major Islamophobic incidents and the absence of tangible impact.
His failure to swiftly condemn the violent attacks on Shaykh Wesam Cherkawi and Mariam (a Muslim woman allegedly assaulted in a Bankstown Kmart) reinforces the perception that his position is symbolic. In December 2024, anti-Islamic graffiti in Western Sydney sparked concern, yet Malik’s response was delayed. Similarly, in February 2025, after two Muslim women were assaulted in a Melbourne shopping centre, his
AFTAB MALIK’S INEFFECTIVENESS: ISLAMOPHOBIA DEMANDS ACTION, NOT EXCUSES
condemnation came days later. These delays suggest not just inefficiency but a reluctance to engage in direct advocacy.
Malik’s failure to distance himself from frameworks like Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) further erodes trust. Although he insists CVE does not bind him, he fails to explain how his approach differs from government narratives that have long criminalised Muslims under the guise of extremism prevention. Instead of addressing CVE’s problematic legacy, he offers vague assurances of independence—an insufficient response to a deeply mistrusted framework. The community needs an advocate willing to challenge these structures, yet Malik’s dismissive tone suggests he is unwilling to acknowledge valid criticisms.
His justification for lacking a social media presence and active communication channels is weak. For someone meant to represent Muslim Australians, his inaccessibility is telling. His claim that people can reach him via email falls far short of the transparency his role demands. His failure to establish a website or provide regular updates contradicts his claims of prioritising engagement. If Islamophobia is at a historic high, as he admits, why is he still “building his team” rather than actively fighting for change?
Perhaps the most glaring issue in Malik’s response is his repeated attempts to discredit Dover rather than addressing her arguments. He dismisses her concerns as “conspiracy thinking” and claims her words contribute to a toxic
discourse—classic tactics used by those in power to silence critics. Islamophobia is not an abstract policy issue but a lived reality for thousands who face violence, discrimination, and systemic exclusion daily. Instead of engaging meaningfully, he accuses his critics of “covert bullying,” shifting attention away from his own failings.
His centring of antisemitism in discussions on Islamophobia is particularly troubling. In “Islamophobia: What’s the Problem?”, Malik discusses antisemitic incidents while barely addressing the urgent concerns facing Muslims. While antisemitism is serious, his insistence on drawing equivalencies weakens the urgency of his role. His function
is to combat Islamophobia, yet he appears more invested in maintaining “balance” than confronting the discrimination and violence faced by Muslims. His closing remarks lament the “toxicity” of social media discourse, implying that the community itself is responsible for its discontent. Instead of recognising that anger and criticism result from his failure to act decisively, he shifts blame onto the people he is supposed to serve. A true leader in this role would acknowledge that public frustration is not the problem—his inaction is. Malik’s role could be impactful, but only if he makes significant changes. If he is genuinely committed to combating Islamophobia, he must prioritise immediate, decisive, and visible action. Establishing public communication channels, consistently condemning Islamophobic attacks without delay, and engaging directly with grassroots organisations would help bridge the disconnect between his office and those most affected. Advocating for tangible policy changes, such as anti-discrimination protections and media accountability, would shift his role from symbolic to substantive.
The government’s appointment of Malik appears tokenistic rather than a genuine effort to combat Islamophobia. His reluctance to challenge systemic biases against Muslims—such as discriminatory counterterrorism laws, surveillance policies disproportionately affecting Muslim communities, and racial profiling in law enforcement—reinforces this perception. If he continues on this path, his tenure will be remembered for squandered opportunities rather than progress. Malik’s statements do nothing to reassure the Muslim community that he is fit for his role. His words are heavy on self-justification and light on substance.
The Muslim community does not need another bureaucratic figurehead; it requires a fearless advocate who will fight for immediate and meaningful change. Until then, Malik’s position will remain as ineffective as it is symbolic.
The Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia Aftab Malik
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COMBAT RISING ISLAMOPHOBIA, NOT THE COMMUNITY BEARING ITS BRUNT
On the eve of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia and the sixth anniversary of the Christchurch Mosque massacre, the Greens Deputy Leader and Anti-racism spokesperson, Senator Mehreen Faruqi, has called on the Prime Minister to stop the targeting of Muslims, Arabs and Palestinians and to start combatting rising Islamophobia.
Following the publication of the Fifth Islamophobia in Australia report, Senator Faruqi has written to the Prime Minister urging the government to drop the onesided approach to racism, unequivocally acknowledge the breadth and depth of rising Islamophobia and reject political narratives that fuel Islamophobia.
Senator Faruqi said:
“Rather than tackling Islamophobia with the urgency it deserves, Muslim, Arab and Palestinian communities who are bearing the brunt of this racism are
being silenced, demonised and gaslighted, especially over the last 18 months of Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
“It has been six years since an Australian far-right terrorist murdered 51 people in a Christchurch Mosque. This should have been a turning point but both Labor and the Liberals still ignore
the reality for Muslims in this country, treating us like second class citizens.
“It is 2025 and mosques are threatened with violence,
racist graffiti is rampant and people are losing their jobs and being demonised in the media for opposing a genocide.
“Communities are suffering but the Prime Minister refuses to treat Islamophobia like the emergency it is. In fact, the Labor Party is pouring fuel into the fire through its complicity in Israel’s genocide on the Palestinian people.
“It is deeply disturbing that Muslim women are largely the target of the rise in Islamophobia. The particularly toxic crossover of racism and sexism really harms us.
“People are rightly angry at the double standards in the way Muslims in this country are treated. The Prime Minister must drop the one-sided approach to racism, unequivocally acknowledge the breadth and depth of rising Islamophobia and loudly reject political narratives that fuel fear, blame and hatred against Muslims.
“Muslim communities are not hapless victims of racism.
We are sick and tired of being taken for granted, used as photo props and for harvesting votes. People are organising and ready to hold political leaders who have failed them to account.
“We’ve had enough. People are hurt, angry and frustrated by the glaring double standards and hypocrisy of the two big parties when it comes to tackling Islamophobia. We can see right through them.
“Politicians deliberately neglect, and even deny, Islamophobia while hiding behind whitewashed buzzwords. All this does is bury the truth and entrench white privilege.
“I urge the Prime Minister to fully fund the implementation of the National Anti-racism Framework in the upcoming budget so we can start to eliminate all forms of racism, bigotry and hate.
“The Greens are the only party with an anti-racism portfolio, and the only party committed to fighting all forms of racism, something that the Labor and Liberal parties cannot say.
Eid Mubarak
Aisha Novakovich
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Cr Richard Foley Candidate for Riverina NSW richardforriverina.com.au
Dr Bassima Hawli Candidate for Calwell Vic bassima4calwell.au
Return Government to the People for Economic and National Sovereignty
The Australian Citizens Party extends its wishes for a Mubarak Eid because we KNOW the value of the blessings of Community. The ACP KNOWS you are enjoined to KNOW each other, Quran (49:13) “O mankind we have created you male and female, and have appointed you races and tribes that you may KNOW one another.”
The ACP invites you to get to KNOW us at citizensparty. org.au.
You will get to KNOW that our KNOWLEDGE-based approach aligns with the objectives of MAQASID. (The five
Australian Citizens Party
objectives of Islamic Law, the protection and preservation of: Sacred-soul-spirituality-religion; Life; Intellect; Progeny—family and lineage; Wealth—property, business.)
A public Post Office Bank, which the tireless efforts of the ACP and their Victorian Senate Candidate Robert Barwick have successfully placed on the political agenda, will contribute to economic sovereignty. It will be the source of infrastructure funding, affordable home mortgages and nationwide regional, face-to-face banking services. It will mimic much of the functions of a Bayt-ul-mal.
Craig Isherwood, Citizens Party, 595 Sydney Road, Coburg, Victoria 3058.
HOUSING TAXATION DOUBLES IN JUST 5 YEARS
HIA has released a report commissioned from the Centre for International Economics (CIE) on Taxation of the Housing Sector. This Report is an update to the work undertaken in 2019.
This Report shows that:
• $576,000, or half, of the cost of a new house and land package in Sydney is government taxes, regulatory costs and charges.
• The value of taxes and charges in Sydney has increased by 38 per cent or $160,000 since the 2019 Report.
• The largest increase in the value of tax and regulatory imposts was in Brisbane, up by $179,000 or more than double (+106 per cent) compared to the 2019 Report.
• It takes over a year to obtain a development approval for subdivision, and up to seven months are attributed to unnecessary delays.
• $346,000, or 38 per cent, of
the cost of a new apartment in Sydney is government taxes, regulatory costs and charges.
• The value of the tax and regulatory cost component of a new apartment has increased by $104,000 or 68 per cent in Brisbane compared to the 2019 Report.
It takes over a year to obtain a development approval for subdivision, and up to seven months are attributed to unnecessary delays.
$346,000, or 38 per cent, of the cost of a new apartment in Sydney is government taxes, regulatory costs and charges.
The value of the tax and regulatory cost component of a new apartment has increased by $104,000 or 68 per cent in Brisbane compared to the 2019 Report.
“Australia has an acute shortage of housing because governments continue to tax new home building and impede productivity in the sector,” stated HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.
“In Sydney, governments are adding in excess of half a million
dollars to the cost of a new home, that new home buyers are then required to repay for decades as part of their mortgage.
“With half of the cost of a new home being taxes and government charges, new home buyers are spending 15 years of a 30-year mortgage just paying off that tax.
“New home buyers also have to pay interest on top of that tax. Over 30 years, the value of taxes plus the interest on it amounts to more than the value of the home itself.
“With government taxes, fees and charges so high, the term ‘house and land package’ may as well be changed to ‘house and tax package’.”
“In Brisbane and Adelaide, government taxes, fees and charges on new homes have doubled in five years. Not even the best, legitimate investment strategies could achieve that same level of return.
“The primary solution to resolve Australia’s housing shortages is to remove government taxes and red tape to allow the industry to
deliver the homes Australians are demanding.
“Delays on getting approvals take much longer than the time it takes to actually build a home.
“New home building taxes appear to be the target of governments under fiscal pressure, seeking to find other sources of revenue. What they do not realise is that when they increase taxes on housing, there ends up being fewer of them.
“It is incongruous that governments set home building targets, while at the same time tax new home building even more. The more government tax new homes, the fewer homes will be built.
“Taxes on housing have not resulted in more of them being built. Higher taxes on new housing will only lead to fewer new homes and higher prices for existing homes.
“If governments were keen to solve the affordability problem, they need to look at the tax they are imposing on new housing,” concluded Mr Reardon.
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The Hon. Enver Erdogan MP
- Member for Northern Metropolitan Region - Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation, Corrections and Youth Justice
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OLD HATREDS
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Australia has been hit by a series of antisemitic incidents in recent months, against Jewish property, against individuals, and there was a terrible threat of a mass murder of members of the Jewish community from a caravan with enough explosives to reach a diameter of 4-0 metres according to Dutton. That antisemitism exists in this Australian community is obvious but not all the incidents are transparent.
The Melbourne nonZionist synagogue burning, the Sydney synagogue graffiti and the caravan were suspicious. Since then, we have police confirmation that the exploding caravan was a false flag and there have been no arrests for the arson or graffiti.
The ASIO statement about criminal activity stymied the hasbara. At least one of those arrested in connection with such incidents did have a Muslim name but was not seen as being motivated by ideology.
“An alleged former chief of the Nomads bike gang who is accused of orchestrating arson
attacks on two businesses at Bondi Beach in Sydney’s east has faced court. “[11 March ABC News]
Much of the commentary has alluded to “ancient hatreds” and “a history of conflict” to explain antisemitic incidents, the underlying assumption being that the Muslims, who hate the Jews and have always done so, ate somehow involved. This is part of the Zionist propaganda used to explain why Palestinians and Arabs and Muslim in general, oppose Israel. They avoid any discission of the Nakba, Jewish supremacy laws or the occupation of Palestinian land.
Zionist propaganda tries to extend the antisemitism of Europe to the Muslim world and make it into a centuries long horror.
Member of the Jewish community committed to truth tend to disrupt this narrative.
“Islam saved Jewry. This is an unpopular, discomforting claim in the modern world. But it is a historical truth. The argument for it is double. First, in 570 CE, when the Prophet Mohammad was born, the Jews and Judaism were on the way to oblivion. And second, the coming of Islam saved them, providing a new context in which they not only survived, but flourished, laying
foundations for subsequent Jewish cultural prosperity - also in Christendom - through the medieval period into the modern world.” [ 24 May 2012 The Jewish Chronicle]
As the article continues it points out that without Islam the separation of the Judaism of Babylon and the Judaism of Western Europe would have remained separated and would have disappeared from Europe. Islamic Spain is often given as an example of the relations between Jews and Muslims, which is contrasted with relations between those communities and Catholic rule.
Jewish leaders and Scholars in the Muslim world
The chief minister of Muslim Granada, a poet and brilliant military leader, was Samuel HaNagid, also known as Samuel ibn Naghrillsah, in the 11th century. Ibn Hazm, contemporary Islamic scholar of Spain, made the attitude of the time clear when he proclaimed “In Pursuit of Virtue: 79. Put your trust in a pious man, even if the religion that he practises is a different one from your own. Do not put your trust in anyone who scorns sacred things, even if he claims to belong to your own religion. As for a man who defies the commandments of the Almighty, do not ever trust him with anything you care greatly about.
The great Jewish scholar Maimonides was born in Muslim Cordova in 1135.
When he was 13 the Almochades, a fanatical group from North Africa, took over from the ruling dynasty and persecuted Muslims and others who rejected them.
The family was expelled and settled in Morocco, travelling to
Palestine then Egypt in 1165. Apparently, Maimonides studied the great classical medical writers and Rhazes of Persia, Al Farabi, and Ibn Zuhr, the Spanish-Arabic physician.
When Saladin took over Egypt in 1171, he appointed Maimonides as his personal Physician and Rais ul Yahud [leader of the Jewish community].
When he died in 1193 his son Al Afdal Nur ad Din Ali became Sultan. Maimonides as Court Physician had to care for the whole family, retainers and officers. It was in this period that he wrote his major works. .
“At age 33, in the year 1168, shortly after settling in Fostat (old Cairo), he completed his first major work, the Commentary on the Mishnah. In 1178, 10 years later, his magnum opus, the Mishneh Torah was finished.” [ 2 July 2010 National Library of Medicine]
Ethnic Cleansing
On March 31, 1492, in the Alhambra’s Hall of the Ambassadors, Ferdinand and Isabella signed the Alhambra
Decree, expelling the Jews from Spain. This document gave Spanish Jews four months—until July 31. There had been a Jewish community there since Roman times.
The Doctrine of Purity of Blood, initiating “blue bloods” was also established.
Jewish and Muslim “blood” was designated tainted, inferior, and ineradicable. Even baptism did not protect them.
“As a response, the Caliph of the Islamic state, Sultan Bayezid II, sent out the Ottoman Navy under the command of Admiral Kemal Reis to Spain in order to evacuate them safely to Ottoman lands. More than 150,000 Jewish refugees sought refuge with the Ottoman Empire. The Sultan had sent out fermans (Imperial Edicts) throughout the Empire that the refugees were to be welcomed.”
He proclaimed that it was a Muslim responsibility “to take care of the descendants of the Prophets Abraham and Jacob, to see that they had food to eat …”
The governors of all the European provinces were instructed to receive Spanish refugees and to treat them well.
[ 8 November 2015 Illm Feed]
The establishment of Hertrzl’s Altneuland in Palestine, thanks to the Balfour Declaration and the British need for a friendly base near the Suez Canal, has disrupted relations with the section of the Jewish population which embraces Zionist Jewish supremacy and the ethnic cleansing of Palestinians. It cannot disrupt it entirely as the People of Earlier Revelations are respected on the authority of the Quran.
There are signs that the broad acceptance of the Zionist philosophy is being challenged by a growing number of Jewish scholars, of strictly Torah Jews and the general liberal minded Jewish community.
The hard line nationalist fanaticism of the present Israeli government is repulsive not only to the world community, as reflected in UN General Assembly votes, but also to a growing proportion of Jews, both secular and religious.
The author is a prominent Australian Muslim scholar and activist.
The Ottoman Caliph welcomes Jewish refugees on their arrival from Spain
ALLOTMENTS OF MUSLIMS’ VOTE IN THE UPCOMING FEDERAL ELECTION 2025
Allocation of our calculated choice in the upcoming federal election is crucial in our standing up for our equal rights as citizens of the country. We have seen on multiple occasions, the reactions of our political leaders and the attracted attention of the mainstream media to atrocities against Muslims, in particular, the recent attack on two Muslim females in Victoria on the 13th of February 2025 is very minimal.
We must not gamble with our votes in the upcoming election, nor make the same mistakes as done by some of the American Muslims in the recent American election by awarding their votes for Donald Trump in the hope he will uphold justice in his decision-making in
running the country’s affairs. Rather, careful and smart calculation should be exercised to achieve the aspired result in the election to come. We need a true leader.
Is the lesser of two evils our only choice?
The lesser of two evils principle is the principle that when faced with selecting from two evil options, the one which is the least evil should be chosen.
With the world becoming increasingly unpredictable and potentially dangerous, and with the election looming, many of us will have to choose between what we deem the lesser of two evils. When you have a difficult decision to make, choose the lesser of two evils.
AFIC and ANIC are looked up to as spiritual
and community leaders of the Muslims in this country who always provide guidance and information to the Muslim Ummah with regard to their religious and social lives. I, therefore, would like to appeal to both AFIC and ANIC to take a united front to make an appeal to Australian Muslims to award their votes in this upcoming election to one of the political parties that is more willing to listen to our grievances and reasonable requests and demands.
The ummah requires a united direction and guidance from both AFIC and ANIC after their careful consideration as to which political party the Ummah should award their votes. Hence, those sitting at high positions of both AFIC and ANIC should be intellectually
know our weakness, thus, any grievances and demands we make to the Government could be taken lightly because of our disunity that continues to weaken our position in the sight of the Government.
Once during a phone call with a government official from the immigration department of SA, she asked me to tell her about the differences between AFIC and ANIC. This stunned me a great deal.
Once our unity is demonstrated, and our image is boosted and made dignified, Godwilling, the Government will recognise our strength and value, and pay required attention to our wishes and demands.
capable of calculating delicate steps taken in promoting and protecting the interest of the ummah. “United we stand, divided we fall”. Simple words yet, powerful. It is a phrase that encourages unity and collaboration. This principle was followed through by the early Muslims which made them an unbeatable might in the face of any challenging might that would stand on their way to progress and success.
AFIC and ANIC have the obligation to better the image of the Ummah and make it dignified. Unhealthy competitions between these two major organisations only drain our resources and tarnish our image.
Competition between AFIC and ANIC for influence and support is in the knowledge of our politicians. Hence, they
It’s about time for both the leadership of ANIC and AFIC to maturely discard their respective personal ambitions and dedicate their time to working sincerely for the betterment of the ummah and its image. The interests and image of the community must be placed above that of the individual.
Hence, let us all be united and agree on awarding our votes to one political party only as hopefully appealed by both AFIC and ANIC.
Both the leadership of AFIC and ANIC should not at will overlook this humble suggestion based on their personal disliking, rather they should take this to the Ummah whom they claimed their leadership over. All matters concerning the Ummah must not be decided by a single individual in the top position of the leading and non-leading Muslim organisations alike. They are bearing and using the power and strength of the Ummah, therefore, the Ummah must be consulted in making decisions affecting the Ummah’s fate.
Imam Kafrawi Hamzah
GUIDING KIDS THROUGH LOSS & LIFE’S UNCERTAINTIES
By Jamilah Samian | www.coolmumsuperdad.com
At a recent youth workshop, I met a teenager who was partially blind in one eye. He woke up one morning, only to discover that he couldn’t see as usual. “Mum, I can’t see properly,” he told his mother, rubbing his eyes; his voice carried fear, uncertainty. His
Acknowledge The Pain. Do Not Rush to “Fix” It
It’s tempting to comfort a child by saying, “Everything will be okay.” But no one knows what will happen tomorrow. We don’t know if things will go back to how they were. Stay calm, acknowledge the pain and fear, while expressing kind words of support. Example: “I know this is really hard for you. It’s okay to feel scared, sad, or frustrated. We’ll see what we can do, together.”
Shift the Focus: What They Can Do, Not Just What They Lost
After his surgery, the boy’s mother could have focused on what he could no longer do. Instead, she helped him adjust by encouraging him to find new ways to navigate his life. When children face challenges — whether physical, emotional, or situational—help them discover new strengths. A child who can no longer play sports may discover a love for storytelling, art, or public speaking. A child who loses a loved one can find comfort in writing or art
to express their grief. Instead of focusing on “why did this happen?”, encourage them to ask, “What can I do next with what I still have?”
Introduce Role Models Who Overcame Hardships
Children find hope in stories. Share real-life examples of people who turned their struggles into strength. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) lost his parents young but became a leader who transformed the world. Knowing that others have faced immense challenges and still thrived can inspire children to see that their journey is not over.
Help Them Express Their Emotions in a Healthy Way
When children experience a major life change, they need an outlet for their emotions. Encourage journaling to put feelings into words. Or art as a creative form of expression. Talking to trusted adults or mentors can make them feel heard and supported. Physical activity, such as walking or stretching, may reduce tension.
vision had become blurry overnight—50% gone. Doctors later confirmed that he needed surgery, but even with treatment, he would never regain his eyesight fully. How do you help a child to cope when life takes an unexpected, irreversible turn?
Strengthen Their Faith & Sense of Purpose
Remind children that “Allah never burdens a soul beyond what it can bear.” (Al-Qur’an 2:286). Difficult moments are not punishments; they are opportunities for growth. Even the strongest people face hardships. It’s how we respond that matters. Faith helps children see their struggles as part of a greater plan, not just random misfortune.
Teach Them That Strength Comes from Taking Small Steps
Moving forward after a setback is not about giant leaps, but small, consistent steps. Encourage them to find one thing they can do today, even if it’s just getting out of bed with purpose. Set small goals and celebrate tiny victories. Understand that progress isn’t always a straight line, and setbacks are part of growth.
A New Perspective on Life
The boy’s journey was not easy. Adjusting to a new reality
took time. But with his parents’ support and understanding from the siblings, he learned to navigate life in a different way. Though he lost part of his sight, he gained a new perspective— one that allowed him to appreciate life in ways he never had before.
Difficult moments are inevitable in life. Perhaps it’s a sudden illness, the loss of a loved one, or a shattered dream; children need guidance to navigate pain and change. As parents, we may not be able to fix everything, but we can help them find hope and strength amidst their struggles. Some losses may feel unbearable. But if children know that life is about taking small steps forward, they will not only survive hardships, but emerge stronger, wiser, and more resilient.
Jamilah Samian is the author of “Leadership In Parenting”, “Raise Me Right”, “Cool Mum Super Dad”, “Cool Boys Super Sons”, “The Kindness Miracle”, “Parenting Generation Y & Z”, and “77 Power Parent Tips”. For more resources, visit www. coolmumsuperdad.com
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