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Pray for Australia fundraiser planned PRAY FOR Australia – Interfaith community prayer and fundraiser planned for Sunday 12th January at South Bank Piazza. The event is a joint effort of many organisations, event coordinators are Umesh Chandra and Jo Pratt. Umesh Chandra represents, Queensland Multicultural Council, GOPIO QLD and Radio 4EB. Jo Pratt is the manager of Radio 4EB. The event is supported by Brisbane City Council GOPIO Qld, GOPIO Gold Coast, FICQ, ICQ, Arya Samaj , Indian Seniors and many faith organisations. The power of collective prayer for a common course can never be underestimated, the collective prayer shows the community unity we all prayer within our own communities, but when we come together to pray, we stand side by side our brethren. Radio 4EB will have a live broadcast form the venue. Organisers are requesting everyone to spread the word round so that we cam all come together in prayer. Australia has been devastated by FDWDVWURSKLF EXVK¿ UHV FXUUHQWO\ ravaging our country. 23 people have been killed, an estimated 480 million animals have perished VLQFH EXVK¿ UHV LQ 16: VWDUWHG in September 2019. Over seven million hectares of land have burned LQ WKH ¿ UHV DQ DUHD DFFRUGLQJ WR 7KH 1HZ <RUN 7LPHV WKDW LV VL[ times the size of the 2019 Amazon ¿ UHV $W OHDVW KRPHV KDYH

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From the Publisher WITH THE glint and glamour and on ƚŚĞ Ä?Ä‚Ä?ĹŹÄšĆŒĹ˝Ć‰ ŽĨ Ä?ĆľĆ?ŚĎ ĆŒÄžĆ? Ç Äž Ç ÄžĹŻÄ?ŽžÄžÄš ĎŽĎŹĎŽĎŹÍ• ĆšĹšÄžĆŒÄž Ç ÄžĆŒÄž ĹľĹ?džĞĚ ĨĞĞůĹ?ĹśĹ?Ć? ŽĨ ŊŽLJ ĂŜĚ ĚĞĆ?ƉĂĹ?ĆŒÍ• Ç ĹšĹ?ĹŻÄž ĆšĆŒÄ‚ÄšĹ?Ć&#x; ŽŜĆ? ŜĞĞĚ to be upkept, reality must be faced, a ĆšŽƾĹ?Ĺš Ä?Ä‚ĹŻÄ‚ĹśÄ?Ĺ?ĹśĹ? Ä‚Ä?Ćš Ĺ?ĹśÄšÄžÄžÄšÍ˜ ĆľĆ?Ĺš ÄŽ ĆŒÄžĆ? Ĺ?Ĺś Australia have been a common occurrence over the decades, about forty years back smoke had travelled as far as Fiji according ƚŽ ĆŒÄžĆ‰Ĺ˝ĆŒĆšĆ?͘ dŚĞ ÄšĹ?ÄŤ ÄžĆŒÄžĹśÄ?Äž ƚŚĹ?Ć? Ć&#x; žĞ ĆŒŽƾŜÄš has been the uncontrollable nature ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ÄŽ ĆŒÄžĆ?Í• Ç Äž ŚĂǀĞ žĂĚĞ Ć?Ĺ˝ žƾÄ?Ĺš ƚĞÄ?ĹšŜŽůŽĹ?Ĺ?Ä?Ä‚ĹŻ ĂĚǀĂŜÄ?ÄžĆ?Í• Ç Äž ŚĂǀĞ Ä?ĞƊ ÄžĆŒ

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ĞƋƾĹ?ƉžĞŜƚ͕ Ç Äž ŚĂǀĞ Ä?ĞƊ ÄžĆŒ žŽŜĹ?ĆšĹ˝ĆŒĹ?ĹśĹ? ĚĞǀĹ?Ä?ÄžĆ?Í• ĚĞĆ?ƉĹ?ƚĞ Ä‚ĹŻĹŻ ŽĨ ƚŚĞĆ?Äž Ç Äž ŚĂǀĞ ŜŽĆš been able to nip it in the bid as they say. dŚĞ ÄžÇ†ĆšĆŒÄžĹľÄž ÄšĆŒÄ‚ĆľĹ?Śƚ Ä?ŽŜÄšĹ?Ć&#x; ŽŜĆ? ŚĂǀĞ Ä?ĞĞŜ Ä‚ Ä?ŽŜĆšĆŒĹ?Ä?ĆľĆ&#x; ĹśĹ? ĨÄ‚Ä?ĆšĹ˝ĆŒ ŜŽ ÄšŽƾÄ?ƚ͕ ĆšĹšÄžĆŒÄž have been many reported cases of the ÄŽ ĆŒÄžĆ? Ä?ÄžĹ?ĹśĹ? ĚĞůĹ?Ä?ÄžĆŒÄ‚ĆšÄžĹŻÇ‡ ĹŻĹ?ƚ͕ ƚŚĞĆ?Äž Žč ÄžĹśÄšÄžĆŒĆ? žƾĆ?Ćš Ä?Äž Ä?ĆŒŽƾĹ?Śƚ ƚŽ ĹŠĆľĆ?Ć&#x; Ä?Ğ͕ ƚŚĞ ĚĂžĂĹ?Äž Ĺ?Ć? Ĺ?ĆŒĆŒÄžÇ€ÄžĆŒĆ?Ĺ?Ä?ůĞ͕ Ĺ?Ćš Ç Ĺ?ĹŻĹŻ ŚĂǀĞ Ä‚ ĹŻÄ‚Ć?Ć&#x; ĹśĹ? Ĺ?žƉĂÄ?Ćš ŽŜ ƚŚĞ ĨÄ‚ĹľĹ?ĹŻĹ?ÄžĆ? Ä‚ÄŤ ÄžÄ?ƚĞĚ͕ ƚŚĞ Ç Ĺ?ůĚůĹ?ĨĞ͕ ƚŚĞ ǀĞĹ?ĞƚĂĆ&#x; ŽŜ ĂŜĚ ŜŽĆš ĨŽĆŒĹ?Ğƍ ĹśĹ? ƚŚĞ environment. dŚĞ ĆšĆŒÄ‚ÄšĹ?Ć&#x; ŽŜÄ‚ĹŻ Ĺ˝Ç ĹśÄžĆŒĆ? ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ůĂŜĚ ŚĂĚ Ä‚ žĞƚŚŽĚ ŽĨ žĂŜĂĹ?Ĺ?ĹśĹ? ƚŚĹ?Ć? ƾŜÄšÄžĆŒĹ?ĆŒĹ˝Ç ĆšĹš Ç Ĺ?ƚŚ Ä?ŽŜĆšĆŒŽůůĞĚ Ä?Ä‚Ä?ĹŹÄ?ĆľĆŒĹśĹ?ĹśĹ?͘ / Ä?ĞůĹ?ĞǀĞ Ç Äž ŜĞĞĚ ƚŽ ŚĂǀĞ Ĺ?Ĺś ƉůĂÄ?Ğ͕ Ğč ÄžÄ?Ć&#x; ǀĞ surveillance devices using the satellites and drones etc. The devices must pick ƾƉ ÄŽ ĆŒÄžĆ? Ĺ?Ĺś ƚŚĞ Ç€ÄžĆŒÇ‡ ÄžÄ‚ĆŒĹŻÇ‡ Ć?ƚĂĹ?ÄžĆ? ĂŜĚ Ä‚ĆľĆšĹšĹ˝ĆŒĹ?Ć&#x; ÄžĆ? Ä‚ĹŻÄžĆŒĆšÄžÄšÍ˜ &ƾŜÄšĆ? ŜĞĞĚ ƚŽ Ä?Äž Ä‚ĹŻĹŻĹ˝Ä?ĂƚĞĚ ĆšĹ˝Ç Ä‚ĆŒÄšĆ? žŽĆŒÄž ĆŒÄžĆ?ÄžÄ‚ĆŒÄ?Ś͕ Ä?ÄžĹ?Ĺ?ŜŜĹ?ĹśĹ? Ç Ĺ?ƚŚ Ä‚ Ĩƾůů Ĺ?ŜƋƾĹ?ĆŒÇ‡ Ĺ?ŜƚŽ ƚŚĞ ĆŒÄžÄ?ĞŜƚ ÄŽ ĆŒÄžĆ? ĂŜĚ Ĺ?Ĺś ĚĞǀĞůŽƉĹ?ĹśĹ? Ć‰ĆŒÄžÇ€ÄžĹśĆ&#x; ǀĞ žĞĂĆ?ĆľĆŒÄžĆ?͘ tÄž ĹŹĹśĹ˝Ç ĆľĆ?ĆšĆŒÄ‚ĹŻĹ?Ä‚ Ĺ?Ć? Ä‚ ÄšĆŒÇ‡ ůĂŜĚ͕ Ć‰ĆŒŽŜÄž ƚŽ ÄŽ ĆŒÄžĆ?Í• Ĺ?Ĺ˝Ç€ÄžĆŒŜžÄžĹśĆš ŜĞĞĚĆ? to address this issue, climate change is Ä‚ ĆŒÄžÄ‚ĹŻĹ?ƚLJ ĂŜĚ ÄŽ ĆŒÄžĆ? Ć?ĆľÄ?Ĺš Ä‚Ć? ƚŚĞ ŽŜÄž Ç Äž have just seen contribute to it. Nature

ŚĂĆ? Ĺ?ĆšĆ? Ĺ˝Ç Ĺś Ç Ä‚Ç‡ ĂŜĚ Ç Äž ŚĂǀĞ ŜŽ Ä?ŽŜĆšĆŒŽů Ĺ˝Ç€ÄžĆŒ ƚŚĂƚ͕ ĹšĹ˝Ç ÄžÇ€ÄžĆŒ Ç Äž ĚŽ ŚĂǀĞ Ä‚ Ä?ŽŜĆšĆŒŽů over have been responsible for the ĞŜǀĹ?ĆŒŽŜžÄžĹśĆšÍ• ƚŚĞ ƋƾĂůĹ?ƚLJ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ Ä‚Ĺ?ĆŒ ƚŚĂƚ Ç Äž breathe etc. So, greenies, the government ĂŜĚ ƚŚĞ Ĺ?ŜĚĹ?Ĺ?ÄžŜŽƾĆ? ÄžĹŻÄšÄžĆŒĆ? Ä‚ĹŻĹŻ ŜĞĞĚ ƚŽ Ç Ĺ˝ĆŒĹŹ ŚĂŜĚ Ĺ?Ĺś ŚĂŜĚ ĨŽĆŒ Ä‚ Ä?ĞƊ ÄžĆŒ ĆšŽžŽĆŒĆŒĹ˝Ç ͘ tĞůů Ç Äž Ä‚ĆŒÄž ĹśĹ˝Ç Ĺ?Ĺś ĎŽĎŹĎŽĎŹÍ• ĚŽ LJŽƾ ĹŹĹśĹ˝Ç ĆšĹšÄ‚Ćš ƚŚĹ?Ć? ÄšŽƾÄ?ĹŻÄž ÄšĹ?Ĺ?Ĺ?Ćš ĆšŽŽŏ ƉůĂÄ?Äž ĞdžĂÄ?ƚůLJ one thousand and ten years back in 1010, so this a turning point, some one in 3030 Ç Ĺ?ĹŻĹŻ ĆŒÄžĹ‡ ÄžÄ?Ćš ŽŜ ƚŚĹ?Ć?͘ zÄžÄ‚ĆŒĆ? Ä?ŽžÄž ĂŜĚ Ç‡ÄžÄ‚ĆŒĆ? Ĺ?Ĺ˝ Ä‚Ć? ƚŚĞLJ Ć?ĂLJ͕ Ç ĹšÄ‚Ćš ŚĂǀĞ Ç Äž Ä‚Ä?ĹšĹ?ĞǀĞĚ͕ Ç ĹšÄ‚Ćš ŚĂǀĞ Ç Äž Ä‚Ä?Ä?ŽžĆ‰ĹŻĹ?Ć?ŚĞĚ͕ Ç ĹšÄ‚Ćš ŚĂĆ? Ä?ĞĞŜ ŽƾĆŒ Ä?ŽŜĆšĆŒĹ?Ä?ĆľĆ&#x; ŽŜ ƚŽ Ć?Ĺ˝Ä?Ĺ?ĞƚLJ͕ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ sustainability of our environment. Make ÄžÇ€ÄžĆŒÇ‡ Ç‡ÄžÄ‚ĆŒÍ• ÄžÇ€ÄžĆŒÇ‡ ĚĂLJ Ä?ĞƊ ÄžĆŒ ƚŚĂŜ ƚŚĞ ĹŻÄ‚Ć?ƚ͕ Ĺ?Ĩ LJŽƾ ŏĞĞƉ ŽŜ ĚŽĹ?ĹśĹ? Ç ĹšÄ‚Ćš LJŽƾ Ä‚ĹŻÇ Ä‚Ç‡Ć? ÄšĹ?Äš LJŽƾ Ç Ĺ?ĹŻĹŻ Ä‚ĹŻÇ Ä‚Ç‡Ć? ŚĂǀĞ Ç ĹšÄ‚Ćš LJŽƾ Ä‚ĹŻÇ Ä‚Ç‡Ć? ŚĂĚ Ĺ˝ĆŒ žĂLJ Ä?Äž ĞǀĞŜ ĹŻÄžĆ?Ć? ĚƾĞ ƚŽ Ç ÄžÄ‚ĆŒ ĂŜĚ ĆšÄžÄ‚ĆŒ ĂŜĚ ÄšÄžĆ‰ĆŒÄžÄ?Ĺ?Ä‚Ć&#x; ŽŜ͘ >Ĺ?ĨÄž Ĺ?Ć? Ä‚ Ä?Ä‚Ŝŏ Ä‚Ä?Ä?ŽƾŜƚ͕ Ç ĹšÄžĆŒÄž Ĺ?ŽŽÄš ĚĞĞĚĆ? Ĺ?Ĺ?ǀĞ LJŽƾ Ä‚ Ä?ĆŒÄžÄšĹ?Ćš ĂŜĚ bad deeds give you a debit, the balance is for you to enjoy, so the balance is in your hands and in your deeds – this is true Karma. EĹ˝Ç ĆšĹ˝ ŽƾĆŒ ƉƾÄ?ĹŻĹ?Ä?Ä‚Ć&#x; ŽŜÍ• ŽƾĆŒ Ä?ŽžžĹ?ƚžĞŜƚ ĂŜĚ ĨŽÄ?ĆľĆ? ĆŒÄžĹľÄ‚Ĺ?ĹśĆ? ƚŚĞ Ć?ĂžĞ Ć?Ĺ?ĹśÄ?Äž Ç Äž

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This is 2020 Pastor Joseph Dass DEAR READER, it is with great joy, we bring to you the word of God. The year 2020 presents new opportunities to be thankful to God and for one another. Most of us are getting into the mood of being focused, determined, and ready for some goals to be achieved but if we are not careful, we could easily slip back into our old habits and miss out on achieving much. So today, why don’t you decide to break out of an old habit, move away from things that no longer add value to your life, or get serious about getting into a new business plan, work or lifestyle.

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in control. But if you keep allowing yourself to live offended, living upset, letting the negative things come into you, then your place of peace will become polluted. The scriptures also remind us to place a guard over our hearts, for it is going to impact the kind of life you are going to live in 2020. That means you are to be very careful what you allow in to enter your heart. By allowing what someone said, the disappointments and hurts of the past, the pain and stress will poison your heart. It will affect everything about you. It will affect your relationships, attitude, energy, and vision. :KHQ WKH FKLOGUHQ RI ,VUDHO left Egypt to move into their new season, it was the beginning of the months to follow. It was important for them to stay quiet, hold their peace, and trust God for what was coming. They were to

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have a good attitude, focused on the vision, and trusting God to lead them to their promises. It is the same for us as we enter into 2020. This new year presents you with many opportunities but there will be some opposition as well. If you can maintain a good attitude, stay focused on your goals and destiny, keeping away from distractions, not letting your past mistakes to hold you back, while trusting God, then not only will you come to the end of another \HDU EXW ZLOO ¿QG \RXUVHOI healthier, stronger and full of energy. Here are 3 things we can learn from Moses. 1) A bad attitude is like D ÀDW W\UH <RX ZRQœW go anywhere unless you change it. Some of the people with Moses could not make it to the promised land. They kept dwelling on their past disappointments and pain. They were easily offended, proud, disobedient, and unruly. Their bad attitude towards God, their leaders, and

others poisoned their life, and they died on the way. 2) Be a victor and not a victim. Good and bad things happen to all of us. God has given you enough strength, energy, and wisdom to be a success in 2020. Having a victim mentality will drain you of your energy and rob you of the power to make wise decisions, thus holding you back. So, you spend your valuable time blaming others, what someone said or done to you and making no progress. 3) Do not allow others, opinions from moving towards your goals and GHVWLQ\ 1RW HYHU\RQH LV going to celebrate you, so stay clear of negative discouraging and pulling down words. Some people are not going to move towards where you are going. As you take the highway of having a good attitude while holding your peace, you will ÂżQG \RXUVHOI KHDOWKLHU stronger, and making

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SURJUHVV :KLOH PRVW people are happy for you, some people could get jealous. They could even have opinions about you. But remember, people may have their opinions about you, but people GR QRW KDYH WKH ÂżQDO VD\ *RG KDV WKH ÂżQDO VD\ The scriptures remind us that in Christ, we live and move and have our being. This is our place of trust and abiding in Jesus. Just like Moses, God is asking you to trust Him as you progress through 2020. As we enter the new year, hold on to your peace, keeping your heart and mind in the right places so that your life too can be in the right places, as you move forward and embrace everything God has for you in 2020. I pray and declare a blessed DQG DPD]LQJ 1HZ \HDU RI 2020, for you and your family. God bless you, Pastor Joseph Dass

HIS Holiness Shree Shivkrupanand Swami (Swamiji), founder of Samarpan Meditation, is a Living Saint of the 21st century, a pioneer of Samarpan Meditation technique. Having fully merged with the Divine Consciousness, He descended to the society from the Himalayan Mountains with a pure wish to make XV H[SHULHQFH DQG FRQQHFW ZLWK Universal Consciousness.

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He describes Shivbaba as being very tall and thin, of a fair FRPSOH[LRQ DQG ZLWK SLHUFLQJ EOXH eyes that He could not look into for long. Taking Swamiji into the cave, Shivbaba vibrated some water and poured it into Swamiji’s hands to drink. He then sprinkled some water on Swamiji’s head and put his hand on his head. As soon as he drunk the water, Swamiji went into a meditative trance for three days. :KHQ +H DZRNH WKH *XUX WROG KLP that he had been waiting for him for 40 years and that whilst in trance Shivbaba had transferred all of His knowledge to Him. Shivbaba was \HDUV RI DJH DQG ZHQW RQ WR VD\ that as he had completed his mission in passing on his knowledge and power to Swamiji, he could now OHDYH WKLV OLIH 7KH QH[W GD\ WKH *XUX died and after the funeral, Swamiji returned home and continued his life as before. He got married and had children. After 10 years, another holy person, a Mahatma, came to His house and told Him that it was time for Him to begin His spiritual journey. Seeking the permission of Swamiji’s wife, He then took Swamiji away to the Himalayas. Over a period of many years, Swamiji was passed from one Guru to another receiving from each what they had to teach and their power. There in the Himalayas, Swamiji

PHGLWDWHG ZLWK *XUXV 6LGGKD <RJLV Rishis, Munis, Kaiwalya Kumbhak <RJLV %XGGKLVW PRQNV DQG 6DLQWV DQG ZLWK WKH +LJK *XUXV WKDW H[LVW there who communicate not with language but by vibration through meditation, beyond the need for language. There in the Himalayas, He found the full knowledge and enlightenment. Having reached enlightenment and merging fully with Universal Consciousness, yet remaining in the physical body, Swamiji chose not to isolate himself from the society as many beings who reach that level do. Instead He has come back into the society DV µD SLSH¶ D FKDQQHO D PHDQV through which anyone who chooses FDQ H[SHULHQFH DQG FRQQHFW ZLWK Universal Consciousness. After descending from the Himalayan mountains in 1998, Swamiji started teaching the values of meditation to common people so that they too could achieve the bliss WKDW KH KDG H[SHULHQFHG :LWKLQ D very short period of time, the values of Samarpan Meditation have spread not only to many villages, cities and provinces in India but also to foreign countries like Australia, England, Canada, Germany, South Africa, U.S.A, Singapore and Japan. People have made regular meditation a part of their lives, regardless of their religion or race and have been HQMR\LQJ WKH 'LYLQH H[SHULHQFH

SAMARPAN MEDITATION Samarpan Meditation is a simple way of meditation which connects us with Universal Consciousness. It is beyond the realm of religion and is practiced by people around the world. Samarpan Meditation is taught by His Holiness Shivkrupanand Swami. Samarpan means surrender (of negativity, of the ego and of thoughts of the past and the future) so that we PD\ H[SHULHQFH FRQQHFWLRQ ZLWK WKH GLYLQH :KHQ ZH VXUUHQGHU everything, forget our physical H[LVWHQFH DQG LGHQWLI\ RXUVHOYHV DV a pure soul, the mind becomes still, there are no thoughts and we are in a thoughtless state. Thoughtless state is a beginning point of meditation. Meditation is an inward journey, journey from gross to the subtle. It is not possible to connect with the Divine as long as we identify ourselves as a body (with thoughts, emotions and perceptions at the surface of mind). :H KDYH WR UHDOLVH RXUVHOYHV DV D pure soul to get connected to the Universal Consciousness. Meditation means to forget our SK\VLFDO H[LVWHQFH FRPSOHWHO\ DQG become one with the Universal Consciousness. At such a time we H[SHULHQFH WKH SXUH MR\ DV XQLYHUVDO HQHUJ\ VWDUWV ÀRZLQJ ZLWKLQ -XVW DV

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engaging in polluted thoughts. Thus, an Aura report of a person can give us much insight into one’s Aura and consequently into what kind of ailments one may possibly suffer from in the future. However, another aspect of an Aura report is the information it can provide about one’s spiritual state. Almost all spiritual leaders and saints are seen possessing a very powerful $XUD RIWHQ UHIHUUHG WR DV µWKH ERG\ of light’. The image above shows Swamiji EDWKHG LQ :KLWH FRORXU DQG /LJKW Violet colour, which indicates a deep spiritual state, of one who has transcended all physical/bodily feelings.

NEPAL TOURISM GOODWILL AMBASSADOR 7KH 1HSDO 7RXULVP %RDUG KDV nominated and then appointed Swamiji as the Tourism Goodwill $PEDVVDGRU IRU µ9LVLW 1HSDO <HDU 2020’. 6ZDPLML ZDV IHOLFLWDWHG RQ WK June 2019, by the Prime Minister of 1HSDO 0U . 3 6KDUPD 2OL DW WKH inaugural function of the Himalayan Travel Mart, 2019 in Kathmandu, 1HSDO 2Q WK -XQH VSHDNHUV made their presentations at the HTM 2019 and Swamiji’s session was WKH ODVW RQH ZKLFK VWDUWHG DW SP DQG ZDV DWWHQGHG E\ DSSUR[LPDWHO\ 250 delegates from 42 countries. Swamiji spoke about his spiritual journey in the Himalayas and his search for God. Sharing his SHUVRQDO H[SHULHQFHV KH H[SODLQHG WKDW <RJDVDQDV ZHUH MXVW RQH SDUW RI $VKWDQJ <RJ DQG GHDOW ZLWK RQO\ ¿WQHVV RI WKH SK\VLFDO ERG\ Complete yoga is connecting to Universal Consciousness through PHGLWDWLRQ +H H[SODLQHG WKH concept of the Values of Samarpan Meditation and then led the delegates in a short meditation session followed by a question and answer session. To know more about Samarpan Meditation, visit www. samarpanmeditation.org or contact HPDLO VDPDUSDQDXV# gmail.com

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QLD - 491 Small Business Owner Pathway Visa WITH effect from 11th December 2019 in Queensland a 491 Small Business Owner pathway Visa is available to applicants. To qualify for a visa under this pathway, applicants need to have been living in a regional DUHD IRU DW OHDVW PRQWKV SULRU WR ORGJLQJ DQ (2, however applicants don’t have to live in same postcode as business. Applicants must have an occupation on DHA’s Legislative instrument /,1 $OO ORFDWLRQV RXWVLGH %ULVEDQH DUH considered a regional Queensland for this visa. Applicable postcodes are: 4124 to 4125, 4133, WR WR WR WR WR WR to 4895 $SSOLFDQWV PXVW KDYH SULRU EXVLQHVV H[SHULHQFH RU TXDOL¿ FDWLRQV WR VXFFHVVIXOO\ UXQ WKH EXVLQHVV (or have previously been involved in a family-run business). Applicants currently must be on a visa that allows full-time work and operation of the business for a minimum of 35 hours per week. Most important factor is that applicants must KDYH SXUFKDVHG DQ H[LVWLQJ EXVLQHVV LQ UHJLRQDO 4XHHQVODQG 1RWH QRW DYDLODEOH IRU VWDUW XSV RU home-based businesses). 7R EX\ DQ H[LVWLQJ EXVLQHVV DSSOLFDQWV PXVW have paid a minimum of $100,000 to acquire 100% ownership of the business (according to contract of sale), the funds to procure the business can come from offshore. Before applicants can lodge an application, WKH DSSOLFDQW PXVW EH UXQQLQJ WKH EXVLQHVV IRU months, which can be demonstrated by submitting two current Business Activity Statements. The business must employ one (1) employee who is an Australian resident working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Applicants must also provide HYLGHQFH RI VXI¿ FLHQW VHWWOHPHQW IXQGV if you know someone who has interest in the 491 Small Business Owner pathway then encourage them to contact Migration Guru to see how we can assist. Migration Guru has assisted in countless visa applicants and has more than

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Tulsi (Basil) Plant - Spiritual, religious and scientiďŹ c signiďŹ cance

HIS Holiness Sant Shri Asharamji Bapu Ji took the initiative of celebrating Tulsi Pujan Day on 25 December with a view to awaken the cultural pride of India and to save the countrymen from mental slavery. Every section of society gladly accepted this initiative. An independent channel named Think India has beautifully taken this message of Pujya Bapuji to the entire society. Let’s us look at the spirtual, religious and medicinal VLJQLÂż FDQFH RI WXOVL WXOVL SODQW DV H[SODLQHG LQ +LQGX chronicals. The Skanda Purana tells the story that in the past, two Brahmins named Vishnubhakta Harimedha and Sumedha went for a pilgrimage at one time. On the way, they saw a tulsiforest. Sumedha circled around tulsi forest and bowed devoutly. Seeing this, Harimedha asked him again and again with great SOHDVXUH WR NQRZ WKH VLJQLÂż FDQFH of tulsi. He asked Sumedha, Âł%UDKP :K\ KDYH \RX ERZHG to Tulsi-forest when you are already worshipping other gods, doing pilgrimages and practicing fasts?â€? Sumedha replied, “Vipraver! :KHQ WKHUH ZDV FKXUQLQJ RI WKH ocean in the past, Amritkalash also came out of it. Holding Amritkalash in His hands, Lord Vishnu was very happy. A few drops of tears fell from his eyes on that nectar. Tulsi was created from those tear drops immediately. Goddess Lakshmi and Tulsi appeared there, Brahma and other deities dedicated themselves to the service of

Srihari and God accepted them. Since then tulsiji became very dear to Lord Srivishnu. The entire deity Bhagavatpriya worships tulsi in the same way as Srivishnu. /RUG 1DUD\DQD LV WKH SURWHFWRU RI the world and tulsi is his beloved, VR , ERZHG GRZQ WR KLP ´ :KLOH 6XPHGKD ZDV H[SODLQLQJ WKLV D huge aircraft, very stunning like the sun, appeared near them. The banyan tree under which they were sitting fell down and two divine men came out of it, who were illuminating all the directions like the sun with their glory. Both of them saluted Harimedha and Sumedha. Both of those Brahmins asked ZLWK D VXUSULVH Âł:KR DUH \RX both?â€? The two divine men said, Âł9LSUDYDU <RX DUH ERWK RXU parents and guru, you are also our brothers.â€? Then the eldest of them said,â€? My name is Aastik, I am a resident of Devaloka. One GD\ , ZHQW WR 1DQGDQYDQ WR SOD\ on a mountain. The daughters of the gods desired to play with PH :KLOH SOD\LQJ WKHLU SHDUO necklace fell on the ascetic Lomash Muni, which enraged the sage and cursed me.â€? The muni said, “Thou shall live on the banyan tree as Brahmarakshas.â€? :KHQ , JUDFLRXVO\ SOHDVHG KLP he told me the way to get rid of WKLV FXUVH Âł:KHQ \RX ZLOO KHDU the name of Lord Srivishnu and the glory of Tulsidal from the mouth of a God-worshiping, devout Brahmin, then you will get rid of this yoni (species) immediately.â€? Aastik told them that he used to be very sad since time immemorial and lived on that tree. But on that day, he got rid of the curse by seeing both of them divinely. $DVWLN WROG WKHP IXUWKHU Âł1RZ listen to the story of my companion. He was earlier a superior sage and always used to be engaged in guru service. Once upon a time he became Brahmarakshas by violating the guru’s command. His gurudev also told him the same way of

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getting rid of that yoni (species). Therefore, now we both are curse-free.� They both greeted Harimedha and Sumedha repeatedly and went to the divine abode with joy. After that both Harimedha and Sumedha went on a pilgrimage, praising the virtuous tulsi. Therefore, tulsiji must be taken advantage of. The great spirtual & religious VLJQL¿ FDQFH RI WXOVL KDV EHHQ narrated in Hindu religious scriptures. Merely the sight of tulsi, destroys all types of sins. By touching tulsi plant our body becomes pure & pious and by ZDWHULQJ LW LW H[SHOV GLVHDVH DQG SURWHFWV XV IURP KHOO <DPDGRRWV cannot touch the person whose neck has a tulsi wooden garland or even if someone is near tulsi SODQW :HDULQJ 7XOVL 0DOD PDNHV the life pious. 1RZ OHWœV ORRN DW WKH QXPHURXV PHGLFLQDO EHQH¿ WV RI WXOVL SODQW Tulsi is our protector and nutrient. Consumption of tulsi leaves enhances our memory, immunity and hence age. By doing pranayam while sitting near tulsi, it increases the destruction of germs and increases strength and intelligence. Eating 8-10 leaves of tulsi in an empty stomach in the morning with a glass of water and then taking a walk, increases strength and memory. The diseases like jaundice, sugar and cancer do not even come near the person eating tulsi leaves in routine. Tulsi maintains the body’s electric energy. The person wearing tulsi garland gets relief from many diseases. Tulsidal (tulsi leaves) KDV DQ H[FHOOHQW FKHPLVWU\ ,W H[HUWV KRW HIIHFW LQ ERG\ DQG LV DQWL LQÀ DPPDWRU\ &RQVXPSWLRQ of tulsi leaves prevents heart diseases, blood-diseases, fever, wind, cough and kills all types of worms. Skin and bone diseases are cured by taking white tulsi OHDYHV :KLWH VWDLQV DUH UHPRYHG by taking black tulsi leaves. Fever, laziness, lethargy and gout

disorders are cured by drinking tea of tulsi and it stimulates appetite. Tulsi tea can include tulsi leaves, fennel, cardamom, mint, saunth, pepper, brahmi, and cinnamon etc. Tulsi is a beauty enhancer and blood SXUL¿ HU $SSO\LQJ WXOVL MXLFH PL[HG ZLWK OHPRQ MXLFH RQ WKH face in the morning and evening and rubbing on the face removes black spots and enhances beauty. &RQVXPLQJ D PL[WXUH RI JUDPV tulsi juice, 3 grams ginger juice and one teaspoon honey twice a GD\ LV EHQH¿ FLDO LQ IHYHU FRXJK and breathing problems. Tulsi juice enhance digestibility and it is best anthelmintic. Putting salt in tulsi juice and dripping in the nose removes the acidity and stops hiccups. It increases the kidney’s working power. It also regulates cholesterol in the blood. The consumption of tulsi leaves or juice eradicates acidity, pain of nerves, colds, menstrual diseases, children’s diseases, especially cold, phlegm, diarrhea, vomiting, etc. Tulsi has DPD]LQJ EHQH¿ WV LQ KHDUW GLVHDVH Here is another wonderful medicine for many diseases. Grind 25-30 leaves of tulsi in mortar and pestle, on which no spices have been ground earlier. 0L[LQJ JUDPV RI VZHHW FXUG RU JUDPV RI KRQH\ LQ SXOS of this ground tulsi and taking it for 30-40 days eliminates diseases like arthritis pain, cold, cough (even if the disease is chronic), kidney, stones, white spots or leprosy, body fatness, old age weakness, dysentery, acidity, retardation, constipation, gas, mental weakness, lack of memory, chronic headache, fever, blood pressure (high or low) heart disease, body wrinkle, diseases like respiratory and cancer, etc. In painful diseases like cancer, this medicine can be taken two or three times. The use of this PL[WXUH UHPRYHV WKH GH¿ FLHQF\ of Vitamin E and C. This panacea is the cure for measles prevention. In any type of poison, tulsi

VKRXOG EH FRQVXPHG LQ VXI¿ FLHQW quantity. ,Q FDVH RI VQDNHELWH D PL[WXUH of ground 20 tulsi leaves and 10 black peppers together should be given at an interval of half to two hours. Tulsi juice removes poisonous insects, wasps and mosquito venom. Drinking tulsi juice reduces the pain of childbirth. To increase the vitality, soak 10 grams of tulsi seeds in an earthen pot in water at night and consume it in the morning. It’s miraculous results. *ULQG WXOVL VHHGV DQG PL[ LQ jaggery and make tablets equal to peas. Eating two tablets daily in the morning with cow’s milk eliminates impotence, increases semen, brings strength in the veins, improves digestion power. In every sense, even a desperate man becomes strong. In the event of burning, boil the tulsi and coconut oil, let it cool down and apply it on the burnt area. It calms the burning sensation and blisters. The wounds disappear quickly. In case of electric shock caused by touching wire or lightning during the rainy season, rub the tulsi leaf on the patient’s face and forehead. This ends the unconsciousness of the SDWLHQW )RU WKH SXUL¿ FDWLRQ RI contaminated water, add green tulsi leaves to the water. This will remove the contamination from water and will make the water pure and pious. In winter, FRQVXPSWLRQ RI D JURXQG PL[WXUH of 3-4 black pepper and 3-4 DOPRQGV LQ OHDYHV RI 7XOVL makes the heart stronger. ,Q FDVH RI GU\ FRXJK PL[WXUH RI ground tulsi leaves with ginger DQG KRQH\ LV YHU\ EHQH¿ FLDO Feeding of tulsi juice to kids before cutting teeth, provides relief from the teeth cutting pain and teeth come out easily. If the child has diarrhea while cutting the teeth, giving the powder of tulsi leaves with pomegranate V\UXS LV EHQH¿ FLDO 6RDN WXOVL leaves and dried amla (Indian JRRVHEHUU\ LQ ZDWHU %\ ¿ OWHULQJ

it in the morning and washing the head with that water turns white hair into black and hair loss stops. People of warm body nature or any one while bleeding should not consume tulsi in summer and autumn. Milk should not be taken for one-and-a-half hours after consumption of tulsi. Tulsi and black pepper should not be used simultaneously in patients with hemorrhoids because their effect is hot. This rich Vedic knowledge has been translated from the Satsang of H.H Sant Shri Asaram Bapu Ji. To listen such stories or to listen ; OLYH GLYLQH 6DWVDQJ SOHDVH search “Mangalmay live� on google, visit http://www.ashram. org/live or search “THE SBM STUDIO� on you tube. By the Divine Inspiration of Bapu Ji, the weekly sessions of Bal Sanskar and yoga are held in Brisbane. These sessions are aimed for the character, mental, intellectual and spiritual development of the kids. The kids are trained to learn yogic mudras, techniques, yogasnas and pranayamas. These yogic techniques along with jap and meditation help kids in attaining virtues like righteousness and self-restraint. The kids learn precious keys to develop intelligence and take advantage of chanting and meditation while playing and laughing. Please read more about RXU 9HGLF FXOWXUH LQ WKH QH[W LVVXH of Brisbane Indian times. To know more about His Divine Holiness Bapu Ji, please watch these videos. KWWSV ELW O\ / [U KWWSV ELW O\ ;[X] KWWSV ELW O\ 6:=;M KWWSV ELW O\ [IX 3 KWWSV ELW O\ 5 HP[ KWWSV ELW O\ 1G+)%$ For more info about Bal Sanskar and yoga sessions, please contact by email at bskamd@gmail.com or by phone to Ashok Attri and $QX $WWUL DW

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BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha blood donation drive BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha in Brisbane organized a blood donation drive with the help of the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood on Saturday 'HFHPEHU DW WKH BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Kingston Brisbane.

The blood donation drive was organized as a part of the ongoing celebrations to commemorate the birth centenary of Brahmaswarup Pramukh Swami Maharaj, who lived by his motto, “In the joy of others lies our own.�

The Red Cross provided a donor mobile that was capable of collecting blood from four individuals at a time. Each donor was registered before they were able to donate their blood. The entire process from registration to collection

ODVWHG DSSUR[LPDWHO\ RQH hour per donor. The response to the drive was tremendous. By the time the donor mobile left the Mandir at 4.00 p.m., at least 33 people had been able to donate blood. Healthy vegetarian snacks

and light refreshments were served to all donors throughout the day. :HV 7KRPDV RI WKH Australian Red Cross Lifeblood commended BAPS on the wellorganized blood donation drive.

He reiterated the importance of giving blood and the many lives saved by such contributions. Donors can book an appointment to donate by either calling 13 14 95 or visiting https://www. donateblood.com.au/

Team COCAG & T4A out for Drought relief in Armidale

TO hold the hands and support victims of drought, Care One Care All Group (COCAG) & Turbans 4 Australia (T4A) went all the way to Armidale taking a truck load of necessary grocery, toiletry and K\JLHQH LWHPV D PRGLÂżHG open van full of necessary clothing & other household items on Saturday 21 December. This project was dedicated to the martyrdom of 4 Sahibzade & Mata Gujar Kaur, to remember WKH VDFULÂżFHV RI %DED 0RWL 5DP 0HKUD 1DZDE RI Malerkotla. This is the second major initiative taken by team COCAG and T4A within a month after the ÂżUVW RQH EHLQJ %XVKÂżUH 5XQ IURP 6\GQH\ WR 7HQWHUÂżHOG RQ QG 1RYHPEHU

%XVKÂżUH 5XQ ZDV RUJDQLVHG for the victims of recent EXVKÂżUHV LQ 16: It was about 20 days of hard work and about 20 hours of tireless drive in dead heat to and from the drought KLW DUHD RI $UPLGDOH :LWK the support of local branch of Salvation Army, all the groceries & other items are being provided to about 80 drought hit farming families in the area. Peter Splinder of Salvation Army thanked team COCAG and T4A and everyone supporting drought hit farming families in the area. In a previous press note, Dr Singh of COCAG has VDLG Âł,Q FRXQWU\ 16: WKH SDGGRFNV DUH H[WUHPHO\ dry well before the

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commencement of summer. Farm businesses are going broke and cattle/sheep do not have feed to survive. Our brothers and sisters in the country areas are going through a real hard time and this is a big worry for every one of us. To keep the country spirit alive, we need to support our mates in the UXUDO DUHDV RI 16:´ Mr Splinder of Salvos while speaking with the members said, “The area is on water restrictions level ZDWHU OHYHO KDV JRQH H[WUHPHO\ ORZ IDUPHUV GLG not have a good crop for a long time, water in the nearby town of Uralla has high levels of arsenic and is not suitable for drinking, DVK IURP UHFHQW EXVKÂżUH has contaminated water in

the dams. There are even cases of farmer suicide in the area�. Team COCAG and T4A sincerely thank the management & sangat of Turramurra & Canberra

Gurughars, who helped UDLVH VLJQLÂżFDQW DPRXQW RI funds for this worthy cause. A big thank you also go to our media and other partners including Ash Designs, Punjab Herald, Punjab

Times, Sikh Channel, )ULHQGV :RUOG 79 +DDQML Radio. Special thanks to Dr Avtar Singh Sangha (Editor Punjab Herald), who travelled with us to see our FKDULWDEOH ZRUN Âł<RX JX\V have done a great jobâ€? said Dr Sangha when he saw us all working like working bees in Armidale. “This is a marvellous action to support our brothers and sisters in the drought hit area of Armidaleâ€?, said Clr Reena Jethi, Deputy Mayor, The Hills Shire Council. In separate press note statements, this act of kindness was also appraised by Clr Dr Moninderjit Singh and Clr Julie *ULIÂżWKV 'HSXW\ 0D\RU RI Blacktown Council. Thanks also to all the generous individuals who PDGH YROXQWDU\ ÂżQDQFLDO contributions for Drought Run by making a donation, supplying groceries/ clothing and other items. Last but not least, a BIG thanks to everyone (Sarbatt Da Bhlla)! As always, we have some 9(5< H[FLWLQJ SURMHFWV coming soon at COCAG. :H FDQÂśW VD\ WRR PXFK DERXW them just yet, so keep an eye out for more information in the coming months! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram. For further information & suggestions, call Dr Parmjit Singh on

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Guru Nanak Devi SIKHISM is the fourth major religion that originated in India and spread throughout the world. Its followers are known as Sikh and they QXPEHU RYHU PLOOLRQ worldwide. A Sikh follows the teachings RI *XUX 1DQDN DQG subsequent nine Gurus. *XUX 1DQDN WKH founder of Sikhism, was ERUQ RQ $SULO in Talvandi, a village in western Punjab in a traditional Hindu family. His father was Kalyan Chand Bedi, also known as Mehta Kalu and mother was Mata Tripta Devi. He had an elder sister named %HEH 1DQDNL From early childhood, 1DQDN H[KLELWHG YHU\ inquisitive mind and H[WUDRUGLQDU\ WUDLWV +H displayed keen interest in divine topics. His parents placed him at the age of seven under the tutorship of a Sanskrit scholar who would teach him Sanskrit and Hindu scriptures. 1DQDN XVHG WR KDYH serious discussions with his tutor on religious topics, which were well EH\RQG WKH H[SHFWHG understanding of a child of his age. His thoughts were aligned with the Vedantic concept of 1LUJXQ %UDKPD WKH Supreme God without physical attributes. Study of scriptures further reinforced his views. 'XULQJ KLV VWXG\ 1DQDN also composed poems WKDW H[SUHVVHG KLV GHHS understanding of the surrounding world and divine nature. His poems offered new meanings to religious rituals. After two years, the tutor informed Kalu Mehta WKDW 1DQDN KDG OHDUQW everything that he could teach. At the age of nine years, Kalu Mehta requested a Muslim teacher to teach Persian and Arabic to 1DQDN .QRZOHGJH RI both languages was important for getting a proper job at that time. Persian was the court language and Arabic was the language of Islamic scriptures. He used to have discussions on religious matters with his Muslim teacher, who was very impressed by his WDOHQW 1DQDN FRQWLQXHG composing poems in Punjabi and also wrote verses in Persian, during KLV VWXG\ :LWKLQ WZR \HDUV 1DQDN DWWDLQHG VXIÂżFLHQW SURÂżFLHQF\ in Persian and Arabic

languages, that entitled him to get a decent job and familiarised him with Islamic scriptures. 1DQDNÂśV VLVWHU 1DQDNL was very fond of his brother and she always protected him. She married Jai Ram and moved to live at Sultanpur where her husband was employed at a storehouse of the local 0XVOLP UXOHU :LWK WKH recommendation of his EURWKHU LQ ODZ 1DQDN JRW a job at the storehouse as an accountant. He moved to Sultanpur and started working at the age of VL[WHHQ \HDUV 1DQDN PDUULHG Sulakshani, the daughter of Mul Chand and &KDQGR 5DQL LQ :LWK KLV ZLIH 1DQDN KDG two sons, Shree Chand and Lakshmi Chand. 1DQDN OLYHG LQ 6XOWDQSXU until 1500AD. 1DQDN KDG D 0XVOLP friend named Mardana from his village. Mardana was from a minstrel family and used to play musical instruments and sing compositions of popular poets. He came to live in Sultanpur when 1DQDN PRYHG WKHUH Later he became a devout IROORZHU RI *XUX 1DQDN accompanied him during his journeys. During his stay at 6XOWDQSXU 1DQDN would go to a nearby river every morning in order to bathe and meditate. One morning, 1DQDN DFFRPSDQLHG E\ Mardana, went to the river for a bath, as usual. After plunging into the river, 1DQDN GLG QRW VXUIDFH and it was reported that he must have drowned. The villagers searched everywhere but found no trace of him. After three GD\V 1DQDN DSSHDUHG DW the same spot from where he had disappeared. He looked like a possessed man and did not utter a word. :KHQ KH ÂżQDOO\ VSRNH KH said, “There is no Hindu and no Musalman.â€? These words were the beginning of his teachings, which would culminate in the formation of a new religion. He became Guru 1DQDN *XUX PHDQV WKH dispeller of ignorance in Hinduism. Commonly, it is used for spiritual teachers. It is believed that Guru 1DQDN ZDV LQ +RO\ Communion with God during his disappearance and became enlightened. He gave up his job and distributed all his

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belongings to the poor. Troubled by frequent FRQĂ€LFWV EHWZHHQ Hindu and Muslim communities, he tried to work out a synthesis of the two religions. He realised that the Muslim concept of God was not different from Hindu’s 1LUJXQ %UDKPD He formulated the following basic principles that became the Mul Mantra of Sikhism. “God is One. His name is True. He is the Creator. He is Fearless. He has no Enemy. He is Immortal. He is beyond Birth and Death. He is Self Manifested. He is realised by the grace of True Guru. He was True in beginning. He was True when ages commenced and has ever been True. He is True now.â€? He tried to unite both Hindu and Muslim communities through his teachings, which amalgamated essence of both religions. By the age of thirty, *XUX 1DQDN VWDUWHG spreading the message of love among all people. *XUX 1DQDN PDGH IRXU great spiritual journeys, traveling to all parts of India, Sri Lanka, Arabia and Persia. He visited major centres of all religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Islam and Persian. He had discourses with head priests of these religions and made them speechless with his convincing arguments. He set up missions in IDU Ă€XQJ SODFHV DQG many people from both Hindu and Muslim communities became his followers. His followers were called Shishya, a Sanskrit word generally used for disciples. The term Sikh is the Punjabi pronunciation of Shishya. He spoke in the temples and mosques, and at various pilgrimage VLWHV :KHUHYHU KH ZHQW *XUX 1DQDN VSRNH RXW against baseless religious rituals, pilgrimages, caste system, plights of widows and many superstitious beliefs. He asked the Muslims to be true Muslims and the Hindus to be true Hindus. After a long period RI WUDYHO *XUX 1DQDN returned to the Punjab and settled down with his wife and children on a large tract of land donated by a disciple on the bank of River Ravi. He built a town and named it Kartarpur, The

City of the Creator. He spread his message from there. His followers from all over came to settle in Kartarpur to listen, and sing, and be with him. He told his followers that they were to be householders and could not live apart from the world. There were to be no priests or hermits. He instituted the Langar or common meal system, requiring the rich and poor, Hindu and Muslim, high caste and low caste, to sit together while eating. All worked together, all owned the town. %\ WKHQ *XUX 1DQDN and his teachings had become widely renowned. His followers ZHUH EHLQJ LGHQWL¿HG as a separate Panth, sect. For continuation and propagation of his WUDGLWLRQ *XUX 1DQDN appointed Lehna, a devout devotee, as his successor. *XUX 1DQDN UHQDPHG Lehna as Angad, which means a part of Guru 1DQDNœV ERG\ *XUX 1DQDN OHIW WKLV PDWHULDO world on 22 September 1539 at Kartarpur. Talvandi, where Guru 1DQDN ZDV ERUQ DQG Kartarpur where he died, are sites of pilgrimage for Sikhs. They are now located in Pakistan. During celebration of 550 \HDUV RI *XUX 1DQDNœV birthday in 2019, a special corridor access from the Indian side of the border to Kartarpur Gurudwara was opened. *XUX 1DQDNœV ELUWKGD\ DOVR NQRZ DV *XUX 1DQDN Jayanti or Guruparva, is celebrated on Kartik Purnamasi, the full moon day in the month of Kartik 2FWREHU ¹ 1RYHPEHU In addition to Guru 1DQDN -D\DQWL 6LNKV celebrate Diwali, Baisakhi and festivals signifying events of Gurus’ life. There are many mythical VWRULHV DERXW 1DQDN )RU H[DPSOH RQFH KH ZDV meditating under a tree. He fell in trance during his meditation under the VKDGH RI WKH WUHH :LWK WKH change of sun’s position KLV IDFH EHFDPH H[SRVHG to sunlight. A cobra snake appeared there and covered his face with its KRRG WR SURWHFW 1DQDN from sunlight. 1LQH RWKHU *XUXV VXFFHHGHG *XUX 1DQDN They included Guru Angad, Guru Amar Das, Guru Ram Das, Guru Arjan, Guru Hargovind, Guru Har Rai, Guru

Harkishan, Guru Teg Bahadur and Guru Govind Singh. Guru Govind Singh ended the system of the human Guru. He focussed on the teachings of all Gurus, which were written down as K\PQV 7KH VL[ *XUXV who composed hymns ZHUH *XUX 1DQDN *XUX Angad, Guru Amar Das, Guru Ram Das, Guru Arjan and Guru Teg Bahadur. *XUX $UMDQ WKH ÂżIWK Guru, collected and compiled the hymns of previous Gurus and Bhagat Bani in a book. The book also included his personal compositions. Bhagat Bani were poems composed by other poets such as Kabir, Ravidas, 1DPGHY DQG 6KHLNK Farid. Their teachings were consistent with the WHDFKLQJV RI *XUX 1DQDN The book was called Adi *UDQWK *XUX 1DQDN himself had composed K\PQV *XUX $UMDQ included 2,218 hymns of his own. Later, Guru Govind Singh reorganised the Adi Granth adding the hymns composed by Guru Teg Bahadur. This book was known as Guru Granth Sahib, which comprised 1,430 printed pages long. Guru Govind Singh also composed poems but they were not included in the Guru Granth Sahib. His composition was written as a separate book known as Dasam Granth. Guru Granth Sahib became a composite representative of all Gurus. A copy of the Guru Granth Sahib is kept in every Sikh temple. It is worshipped as the mystic personality of the Gurus. A Sikh temple is known as Gurudwara. Full recital of Guru Granth Sahib is performed during Guru 1DQDN -D\DQWL ,Q DGGLWLRQ to the Guru Granth Sahib and Dasam Granth, other SRSXODU UHOLJLRXV WH[WV DUH Sukhmani Sahib, Japji 6DKLE DQG 1LWQHP *XUX 1DQDN XVHG WKH local language of his region for composing hymns. All Gurus wrote their hymns in a script derived from Sanskrit, which later became known as Punjabi script.

Hence the Punjabi script is called Gurumukhi, i.e. from the mouth of Guru. The main shrine of Sikhism is the Golden temple in Amritsar in the Punjab. The focal temple is in the middle of a lake. The name Amritsar PHDQV D /DNH RI (OL[LU The fourth Guru Ram Das laid the foundation of Amritsar. Devotees and tourists of all faiths from across the world visit the temple every year. Patna Sahib is another major Gurudwara located in Patna, Bihar. It is built at the birthplace of the tenth Guru Govind Singh. The Sikhs were subjected WR H[FHVVLYH UHSUHVVLRQ during Mugal period in India. Sikh Gurus opposed the injustice and challenged the rulers. Guru Govind Singh gave the Sikhs a marked military character. He converted his disciples LQWR D ¿JKWLQJ IRUFH WR protect the population from Mugal tyranny. ³:KHQ DOO RWKHU PHDQV have failed, it is righteous to draw the sword� was one of the basic principles of Guru Govind Singh. Guru Govind Singh introduced the Initiation Rite, which included the sipping of sacred water. He abolished the caste system. Male Sikhs were to be distinguished by their surname Singh that means Lion and female by surname Kaur, which means Princess. Males Sikhs were LGHQWL¿HG ZLWK ¿YH .V WKH ¿UVW OHWWHU RI +LQGL Alphabet. Kesh, the unshorn hair and beard; Kanghi, a comb in the hair; Kara, steel bangle on the right wrist; Kachchha, short drawers; and Kirpan, steel dagger. Sikhs are manifestly LGHQWL¿HG ZLWK WKHLU turban. *XUX 1DQDN UHDOLVHG the need for dispelling ignorance prevailing in the community during his time. He worked for enlightening people with the true knowledge about God. His ideas remain valid now and continue to guide people to work for unity, charity and brotherhood. Awadhesh Sharma.

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A brief history of India Post Despite the instant messaging services like whatsapp, SMS and the social networking sites, there is nothing like receiving a personalized, handwritten letter. As India Posts HQWHUV LWV WK \HDU KHUH are some interesting facts about the largest network LQ WKH ZRUOG :RUOG 3RVW Day is celebrated each year on 9 October. The event ZDV GHFODUHG E\ WKH Universal Postal Congress in Tokyo as a means to mark the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union’s (UPU) FUHDWLRQ LQ Britain’s involvement in the postal services of India began in the eighteenth century. Initially the service was administered by the East India Company who HVWDEOLVKHG SRVW RI¿FHV in Mumbai, Chennai and Calcutta (now Kolkata) EHWZHHQ DQG :DUUHQ +DVWLQJV *RYHUQRU General of British India IURP RSHQHG the posts to the public in 0DUFK 3ULRU WR WKLV WKH main purpose of the postal system had been to serve the commercial interests of the East India Company. Serving economic and political needs of the ruling authority remained a driving force in the development of the postal service. The Post 2I¿FH $FW UHVHUYHG WKH JRYHUQPHQW WKH H[FOXVLYH right to convey letters in the territories of the East India Company. It sounds unbelievable but ZRUOGœV ¿UVW DLUPDLO ÀLJKW took off in India! It was on 18th February 1911 that a private plane took off from Allahabad to deliver mail DW 1DLQL NP DFURVV WKH Ganges. A commemorative VWDPS ZDV LVVXHG LQ on the occasion of Golden Jubilee of the First Aerial Post.

The credit for issuing $VLDÂśV ÂżUVW SRVWDO VWDPS also goes to India. Such a stamp was issued in Sindh (now in Pakistan) in 1852 DQG ZDV LQ XVH WLOO This rarest of rare stamp is collectors’ pride. Sir Bartel Frere, the Commissioner of Sindh, introduced paper stamps for his province in 1852. These stamps, known as Scinde Dawk, were round in shape and were issued in three variations. They were withdrawn in October 1854 on the introduction of the regular India Postage Stamps, though their use continued for quite some time. In 1854, it was decided to issue stamps for the British India and, in the interest of the economy, it was also decided to have them printed in India itself. Accordingly, on 1st October 1854, half anna stamps showing a youthful SURÂżOH RI 4XHHQ 9LFWRULD were issued. Commemorative stamps were issued in 1954 to mark the centenary of this event. The year 1854 was also a landmark year for the country’s postal service on various other counts as well. An all-comprehensive Indian 3RVW 2IÂżFH $FW ZDV HQDFWHG in that year only. Again, it was in 1854 that rail mail service (RMS) began. The sea mail service from India to Britain and China also commenced in that year. :KLOH VWDPSV ERUH WKH LQVFULSWLRQ Âľ,QGLD Postage’, in the same year, WKLV ZDV FKDQJHG WR Âľ(DVW India Postage’. In 1882, this ZDV DJDLQ FKDQJHG WR Âľ,QGLD Postage’ and continued till 1RYHPEHU ZKHQ D QHZ FDSWLRQ ¾भञरतœ Âľ,1',$Âś ZDV introduced. 7KH ÂżUVW LQGHSHQGHQFH VWDPSV LVVXHG LQ were three in number. They depicted the Ashoka Pillar 1DWLRQDO (PEOHP RI ,QGLD

WKH ,QGLDQ 1DWLRQDO )ODJ DQG an Aircraft. :LWK D WRWDO RI SRVW RI¿FHV DV RQ India Post ranks the world’s largest postal network. The beginning for this was in ZKHQ WKH ¿UVW SRVW RI¿FH was opened in Calcutta (now Kolkata). Of these, 1,39,222 DUH LQ UXUDO DUHDV At the time of independence, there were only 23,344 post RI¿FHV PRVWO\ LQ XUEDQ DUHDV 2Q DQ DYHUDJH D SRVW RI¿FH serves 21.22 sq. km. area and a population of 8,354. This YDULHV IURP LQ UXUDO WR LQ XUEDQ DUHDV 7KH QXPEHU RI SRVW ER[HV LQVWDOOHG LV DOPRVW ¿YH WLPHV WKH QXPEHU RI SRVW RI¿FHV L H PRUH WKDQ ¿YH ODNKV As varied is our landscape, WKHUH DUH ÀRDWLQJ SRVW RI¿FHV on lakes and rivers also. The number of employees is also DQ DPD]LQJ ODNK ERWK departmental and Gramin Dak Sevaks). 1RZ WKHUH DUH SRVWDO circles in the country in the range of almost one for each state but also combining small states together or smaller states / UTs with neighbouring states. The 23rd circle, the Army Postal 6HUYLFH &LUFOH LV DQ H[FOXVLYH circle for the armed forces. 7KH DQQXDO PDLO WUDI¿F handled by India Post is around 20.48 crore registered mail and a voluminous FURUH XQUHJLVWHUHG mail; of this, the humble 50 Paise post card alone counts 194.58 crore! Speed Post FRXQWV IRU D WUDI¿F RI PRUH than 3 crore every month! The total revenue earned in ZDV 5V crore. On its part, India Post also strives to preserve its 38 heritage buildings spread across the country. India is divided into 22 postal circles. Each circle is divided into regions. Regions

(Good) NEWS‌2020 Seek The Peace‌. :H DOO ZLVK HDFK RWKHU D DEAR READER, :HOFRPH WR D *RRG <HDU happy new year to a new digit :H DUH H[FLWHG WR EULQJ QXPEHU DIWHU GD\V $ \RX WKH *RRG 1HZV RI *UHDW simple and practical advise when start signing your all Joy. Our theme simple and your documents, al-ways write clear. It is to make God real date in full year format, such and personal. And to present as 01 Jan. 2020. Don’t just God as a Living and Loving write year in two digits (20), as Person; so you may understand it can be manipulated easily. His nature and relate to Him personally. Many people often are cynical of the year that has passed by. God is not an object or an :H FDUU\ GLVDS SRLQWPHQWV image or imagination of human mind. God is a living bitterness and many other DQG ORYLQJ SHUVRQ :H ¿QG emotions of the past years. this amazing revelation in the +RZ FDQ ZH H[SHFWV D KDSS\ pages of Holy Bible. Keep new year when we have not reading with an open heart and learnt let go or delete our humble spirit. SDVW QHJ DWLYH H[SHULHQFH DQG KXUWV" <RXU SDVW LV OLYLQJ DQG It our hope that you will breathing inside you in form of encounter your Creator today. <RX GRQœW QHHG D WKRX VDQG unforgiveness and bitterness. This is a kind of a slow poison years for your Salvation 0XNWL <RX FDQ UHFHLYH \RXU that we are not meant to carry. JUHDWHVW PLUDFOH ¾0XNWLœ WRGD\ Only way to move into a happy 7KLV LV WKH FRQ¿GHQFH \RX FDQ new year is to understand have in Christ alone. God alone has the ability and 12 — THE BRISBANE INDIAN TIMES, January, 2020

willing to forgive all your past. Only thing you need to do is to repent for of all your past sins that you are responsible for. God has made a way to cleanse our past sins through the Holy and Pure Blood of Jesus. Only when we understand that we all are fallen short of God’s perfect standards and we no longer able to walk in SHUIHFW ORYH IRU HDFK RWKHU :H also need to know that God has provided a perfect solution for the condition of human VRXO :KHQ ZH NQRZ WKDW ZH are completely forgiven by a loving God, who alone knows all about life; then we no longer walk in shame or guilt. :H ZDON LQ ORYH IRU *RG HDFK other. The essence of message RI *RRG 1HZV RI &KULVW LV ZH have been given an invitation to reconcile to God. Sin is living in independence of God and His plan for us.

are also further divided into divisions and subdivisions. Beside 22 circles, there is also D EDVH FLUFOH :KLFK SURYLGHV postal services to Indian armed forces. Each circle is headed by chief postmaster general and region is headed by postmaster general. Pincode system was introduced in India on 15 $XJXVW ,Q PRQH\ RUGHU VHUYLFH ZDV ¿UVW started. On 18 February 1911, world’s ¿UVW RI¿FLDO DLUPDLO ÀLJKW ZDV VWDUWHG :RUOGœV KLJKHVW SRVW RI¿FH LV ORFDWHG LQ +LNNLP Himachal Pradesh,India ( KHLJKW LV P Beside postal services, ,QGLDQ SRVW RI¿FHV DOVR RIIHUV GLIIHUHQW ¿QDQFLDO VHUYLFHV too. 1854 — On October 1, ,QGLDQ 3RVW 2I¿FH was recognized as of national importance and was brought under the authority RI 'LUHFWRU *HQHUDO <HDU 2004 was celebrated as a 150th year of the Indian Post 2I¿FH 7KH HVWDEOLVKPHQW RI

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Insurance was started. 1996 — Media Postal Service was started. 1997 — Business Postal Service was started. 1998 — Satellite Postal Service was started. 1999 — Data Dak and ([SUHVV 'DN 6HUYLFHV ZHUH started. 2000 — Greeting Post Service was started. 2001 — Electronic fund transfer service was started. 3rd Jan. 2002 — Track and 7D[ 6HUYLFH EDVHG RQ LQWHUQHW was started. 5th Sep. 2003 — Bill mail Service was started. 30th Jan. 2004 — Beginning of E Postal Service. 10th Aug. 2004 — Logistics Post Service was started. To face the challenges of modern times and varied service requirements, the ,QGLDQ SRVW RI¿FHV DUH EHLQJ computerized and equipped with banking facilities to roll out payment banking services also.

Key Scripture: Jeremiah 29:7,11 New International Version (NIV) Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will pros-per. For I know the plans I have for you,â€? declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Sin separates us from a loving relationship with our Creator. %XW WKH SHUIHFW VDFULÂżFH of Jesus Christ alone can reconcile all mankind to a life style of peace and prosperity. God gave is only son as an atonement to pay the price of our sins. Our role is to repent and return to God to be reconciled and restored to a KRSH ÂżOOHG OLIH Only thing that separate us from a Holy and Righteous God is our unconfessed sins to God. Jesus invites all humanity to humble and seek His forgiveness. This forgive is the key to happiness. Key to a happy new year 2020. :KHQ \RX NQRZ WKDW \RX DUH unforgiven, you are found not guilty is God’s eyes. Then you beg-ging to build a deeper relationship with Christ for ability to forgive others and love our enemies.

Prophet Jeremiah, told the people of Israel to seek the peace and prosperity of the city where they were carried LQWR H[LOH :H PD\ KDYH QRW FRPH WR WKLV FLW\ LQ H[LOH EXW E\ our choice. But we have God given responsibility to seek the ZHOIDUH RI WKLV &LW\ DQG 1DWLRQ RI $XVWUDOLD :H PXVW SURPRWH SHDFH MXVWLFH DQG ORYH :KHQ we learn to do that by God’s grace, we will understand the plan God has for us. His plan for you and your family is to give peace and prosperi-ty. His plan is to give you hope and a good year 2020. But you a choice and role to play in making 2020 a good year. This is your year of learning to walk in peace and prosperity. The resolution is simple and clear; be reconciled to your Creator. Therefore, we invite you to pray this with a sincere heart; DQG H[SHULHQFH WKH VZHHW

aroma of Christ in your life. Do not harden your heart but humble your-self to your Creator and make Him your Saviour and Lord. Please Pray this prayer with a sincere heart, “Dear Father God, Today in this new year I thank you for your word that has touched my heart. I choose to repent of all my sins. I confess ZLWK P\ PRXWK Âľ-HVXV LV /RUGÂś and I believe in my heart that Jesus died for my sins, God raised Jesus from the dead for P\ 0XNWL 6DOYDWLRQ 1RZ I depend on you to help me to know Jesus and His sweet fragrance more and more; so that I can grow in the knowledge of your grace and mercy. Teach me your ways so that I can be person who will learn to honour you and learn to love each other. In Jesus name I ask and pray, so be it (Amen).

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Christmas with Damini Women’s Association THIS December one of the best events for both children and parents living in Brisbane was the Christmas with Damini Women’s Association. The Party was well attended by children and parents and important members of the city of Brisbane. Children and parents enjoyed dancing to Christmas Carols and singing Christmas Carols along with our youth leaders. The Magic Glen, Magic Show put smiles onto the audience present at the event. The magic show was fun, entertaining as well as an engaging event for our younger audience as well as parents who actively participated in the acts along with the children. The food was scrumptious and Anita Chand along with Lila Pratap did a wonderful job arranging the food. It was locally prepared

and supplied by well wishers of Damini Women’s Association. We often have tons of support from our members, but members’ friends too generously support us with the logistics of the event. Our sponsors are our backbone ZKR KHOS XV RXW ¿ QDQFLDOO\ 7KH UDIÀ H SUL]HV DQG &KULVWPDV *LIWV ZHUH sponsored by Council Members namely Minister Duncan Pegg, MP For Stretton, Cr. Ryan Murphy, Cr. For Chandler, Cr. Lisa Atwood, Cr. For Doboy, Federal member for Bonner ward Cr. Ross Basta and FICQ president Ram Mohan as well as the City RI %ULVEDQH /RUG 0D\RUœV RI¿ FH VXSSRUWHG us by honoring council grants money to RUJDQL]H WKH &KULVWPDV HYHQW Empowerment is a primary goal of Damini Women’s Association and Childrenis

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empowerment is also a part of this RUJDQL]DWLRQ LQ D ELJ ZD\ If children are happy, empowered, and entertained, mothers are happy, empowered, and entertained. Damini Women’s association serves the needs of children and helps parents give children the moments they deserve. 2XU À DJVKLS HYHQW I WKH \HDU LV WKH international women’s day. This year we ZLOO EH RUJDQL]LQJ WKH LQWHUQDWLR nal women’s day on March 7th 2020, at Multicultural Center in Kangaroo Point for WKLV ¿ QDQFLDO \HDU 2WKHU HYHQWV WKDW ZH ZLOO EH RUJDQL]LQJ LQFOXGH DUW SURMHFWV IRU ZRPHQ and children which will make children and women come together and learn a skill in drawing folk arts of India.

This will help women generate income by selling their work created in the workshop. We have arranged for many more projects and workshops that will follow throughout the year ahead. Our membership is growing and over the last year it has increased two folds. We welcome all women who are interested to MRLQ RXU RUJDQL]DWLRQ &KHFN XV RXW RQ )DFHERRN DQG Âż OO RXU membership form https://forms.gle/ xJxrYWn9wMXjyDka9. Do join the RUJDQL]DWLRQ &RQWDFW 3UHVLGHQW /LOD 3UDWDS at daminiwomensassoc@gmail.com or Secretary, Amrita Deshpande at amritakd@ yahoo.com Below are some glimpses of the Christmas Party!

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Havan Yajna Satsang by APSQ ARYA Pratinidhi Sabha of Queensland members held their Hawan Yajna Satsang program at Queensland Vedic Cultural Centre on Sunday 5/01/2020.Yajmaan Mr &Mrs Mul Chand Ji Family Pandita Usha Rai Ji and Pandita Ramkali Singh Ji Mr.Vijay Singh Ji.Excellent attendance from Samaj members, other communities and the general public as a whole. The Yajmaans had made outstanding arrangements IRU WKH +DYDQ ÀDYRXUVRPH refreshments ,delicious mouth-watering dinner for all. Superb feedback received from the participants who really enjoyed the Havan Satsang with Vedic mantras being chanted ,heart touching comforting Vedic bhajans and discourses/ pravachans. We express our deep gratitude appreciation to everyone who contributed in any way and participated in the program Dhanewaad. 7KH DJQLKRWUD ¿UH ceremony) havan yaj has been a very important part of all Vedic Hindu ceremonies since the beginning of time. Havan Yajna. is the most ancient form of Hindu prayer/devotion/invocation. Havan Yajna ceremony is one of the most important rites laid down in the Vedic scriptures for householders and is part of the eternal Sanatan Vedic Dharm/ culture. Yajna is the cornerstone of the Vedic way of life. It is said to be the soul of the sixteen sanskaars (sacraments). Yajna is a very broad term-meaning Dev Pooja,

Sangatikaran and Daan. Dev Pooja- prayer to GOD, taking care of the elderly, the learned and performance of Havan; Sangatikaran- in the company of wise people and Daan is donating to the needy. Saam VED verse 1529 states-Aagne sthooram rayim bhar prithum gomantamashwinam. Angdhi kham vartayaa pavim- meaning When Hawan is performed SURSHUO\ LW SXULÂżHV WKH air and the surrounding environment and provides clean rain water, sunlight and contributes to increase in wealth. Rig VED 3/32/12-Yajo hita indra vordhano bhutYajna is the means for the VRXO WR UHÂżQH LWVHOI DQG seek prosperity (salvation). Yajur VED 18/11 says – Matischa mein sumatischa mein yajyen kalpantaam meaning Humans ordinary intellect can be successfully transformed into super intellect through the conduct of daily yajnas. Shatpathbrahman 1/7/1/5 states “Yajao vei shreshthatam karmaâ€?-Yajna is the most noble of deeds ŕĽ? यŕ¤œŕ¤ž ŕĽ? ་ ं ा ŕĽˆ जरŕĽ? ༇ड ठŕĽ? तऎं कर ऎŕĽ? -यŕ¤œŕ¤ž सर ाŕĽ? जरŕĽ? ༇ड ठŕĽ? कर ऎŕĽ? च ,ŕĽˆ ा ༇ऌ सभ ༀ ऎन ड༠यŕĽ? ་ ं क ༇ लि ŕ¤? यŕ¤œŕ¤ž ŕĽ? करन ༇ कञ ाि धञन करत ༇ च ༤. ŕĽˆŕ¤‚ It is extremely important that Yajna/Havan be performed strictly according to the rules laid down in the Vedic scriptures. 7KH EHQHÂżWV RI DJQLKRWUD are multi-dimensional. Spiritually, it has an enlightening effect on us because selected verses from the Vedas and other

allied Vedic literature are recited during the course of yajna. Other than enhancing intellectual agility, such regular recitation of so many important Vedic mantras leads to them being memorised. The logical sequel of this is the educational quest of their meaning being learned and understood. Socially, it strengthens bonds between members of a family, Samaj or community because groups of people get together to carry it out communally just as Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Queensland members do every Sunday at QVCC and also with their families at home. Hygienically, it has the effect of medicinal cleansing of air in the vicinity. Physically, agnihotra also has an uplifting effect on the material domains of human life, that is, the body and mind (memory, intellect, autonomic and

sensori- motor functions). It encompasses all the meanings that are conveyed by the word YAJNA. +DYDQ SXULÂżHV WKH environment, cleanses byproducts of pollution that come into play because of human existence on Planet Earth. When we humans pollute the environment, it is indeed

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provided to all present. Thank you very much to each and everyone who contributed to the great success of the program. Individual commitment to a Samaj group effort-that is what makes team work.

will be a great friend of human beings in the project Pollution-Free Environment. In this battle for achieving the goal of getting pollutionfree environment, we all should keep performing Havans day after day as fellow human beings without any distinction of caste, creed, colour, region or religion.

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Successful Kirtan Sangeet Program by APSQ at QVCC

ANOTHER outstanding, very successful program by Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Queensland Inc -Kirtan Sangeet Night Friday 3/1/2020 at Queensland Vedic Cultural Centre. Participants experienced deep peace, soothing and meditation with traditional Kirtan - Abhanga Music and Soulful Sarangi! International renowned/ famous musicians Tabla M a e s t r o /e x p e r t- Sh e n Flindell, famed Indian Devotional Singer Atul Deshpande, Sarangi genius/ player-Sangeet Mishra, multitalented Sharad More-

our social duty to cleanse everything around to let our fellow human beings breathe clean air and get rid of both seen and unseen pollution. Havan among many RWKHU EHQHÂżWV LV LQGHHG WKH medium of cleansing the environment right from Day One when Man was passed on the divine knowledge in the form of VEDAS. Havan

ON A certain day, Shankaran Pillai’s wife was particularly incensed at her husband. So she made some soup and added ÂżYH H[WUD VSRRQV RI FKLOOL and served it to him. It was steaming hot and she wanted to see what would happen. She wrung her hands. But he was reading the newspaper. Then she said, “The soup is ready.â€? Once again she said, “The soup is ready.â€? And then again she said, “The soup is ready.â€? He replied, “Hmm‌â€?, “hmm‌â€?, “hmm‌â€? and kept reading the newspaper. She wanted to see whether it would really work or if the chilli powder was not strong enough. She thought to herself, “Let me check.â€? She took

a spoonful and swallowed it. It just exploded in her mouth! Tears welled up DQG VWDUWHG Ă€RZLQJ -XVW at that moment, Shankaran Pillai put his newspaper down. He looked at her and asked, “Why are you crying?â€? She said, “You know my mother died just last year and how much she loved this soup. When I saw this bowl of soup, it reminded me of my mother and tears came.â€? “Oh, is that so? Don’t worry, what to do? We all lose our mothers and fathers some time. It’s all right.â€? Shankaran Pillai went back to his newspaper with the soup, and while reading the newspaper he put it in his mouth. It exploded like dynamite, because this was a full spoon. Tears came into his eyes. Then she came and said “Oh, you are also emotional about my mother!â€? He said, “No, no, I am not crying because your mother died. I am crying because that good mother went but she left you here!â€? This is not the way to live. When you live, people should enjoy your

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Hindu Society of Queensland Inc. PAST: The Hindu Society of Queensland was formed in November 1991. The property at 178 Lyndhurst Road, Boondall was bought for $68, 000 and was established as Gayatri Mandir. 7KLV ZDV WKH ¿UVW 0DQGLU established in Brisbane PRESENT: In 2016, a New Shiv Niwas was built at the front of the Gayatri Mandir. A new kitchen was built in 2017 at the rear of the hall to create more room in the dining hall. FUTURE: Due to the growing population of the Indian community in Brisbane, the Gayatri Mandir is reaching capacity. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics there has been 94% increase in UHVSRQGHQWV ZKR DI¿OLDWH themselves to Hinduism. Indians are one of the fastest growing communities in Australia today. (Source: ABS Census of Housing Population Brisbane North). A 2.5 acres of land was purchased at Bracken Ridge in December 2002 at a cost of $330, 000. The land is mortgage free with DA approval obtained in April 2019, the Society is ready to commence building a Multipurpose Community Hall and Mandir. This project will be a huge milestone for our future generations. The new Management Committee has wasted no time and appointed a Donations and Fundraising Subcommittee. It is an advisory body, assisting the Executive Management Committee in coordinating and implementing donations and funding activities. The subcommittee consist of Mr Prem Chand, Pt. Sanat Pandey and Mrs Madhu Prasad.

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We have a dream to build the Multipurpose Community Hall and Mandir, this is a very large project requiring a VLJQL¿FDQW DPRXQW RI IXQGV HSQ INC is actively trying to create solutions and solve the problem of overcapacity that our community is facing Gayatri Mandir at Boondall. Our efforts to solve the problem won’t reach maximum effectiveness unless we have the backing of the entire community. We are looking at various funding activities such as: • If someone donates $10, 000, they will be entitled to two life membership of the society for free; • Direct Debit facility are being created to donate on a fortnightly or monthly basis; • Donors can contribute certain parts of building for example a door or a wall, ideas are endless; • Donation can be made on our online portal via our webpage www.hindusocietyqld. com • If you prefer to mail in D FKHTXH SOHDVH ¿OO RXW WKH donation form with the cheque

and post to PO Box 73 Taigum, QLD, 4034. The Management Committee has decided to make a board to display the names of all donation’s greater than $1,000 towards the project. We will respect the wishes of the donors who would like to be anonymous. It is through generous donations like yours that Hindu Society has been able to provide the facilities for the devotees over the last 28 years. We could not do it without you. We kindly request your generous contribution for the new Multipurpose Community Hall and Mandir to accommodate the growing Indian Community of Brisbane and to provide a place of worship for today and future generations. Again, thank you so much for your continued support of this important project. Please contact Mr Prem Chand on 0423375276, Pt Sanat Pandey on 0401683520 or Madhu Prasad on 0438326678 for any question or concerns and we will be most happy to help.

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NSW volunteer ďŹ rey BushďŹ re relief fundraiser farewelled in Sydney

FIREFIGHTERS have formed a guard of honour to farewell volunteer Andrew O’Dwyer who’s been remembered as a proud NSW Rural Fire Service member whose greatest achievement was his young daughter. Mr O’Dwyer, 36, died in December when KLV ¿ UH WUXFN UROOHG ZKLOH EDWWOLQJ WKH ODUJH *UHHQ :DWWOH &UHHN EOD]H QHDU WKH WRZQ RI Buxton. A requiem mass was held on Tuesday for WKH IDOOHQ ¿ UH¿ JKWHU DW 2XU /DG\ RI 9LFWRULHV in Horsley Park, the suburb where his RFS brigade is based. Hundreds of family, friends and RFS PHPEHUV ¿ OOHG WKH FKXUFK DV WULEXWHV À RZHG for the young father. Prime Minister Scott Morrison, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian, state Emergency Services Minister David Elliott and federal Labor MP Chris Bowen were among the mourners.

RFS volunteers and representatives from other emergency service agencies formed a guard of honour as Mr O’Dwyer’s casket was carried into the church with some saluting and others putting their hand on their heart. 5)6 FRPPLVVLRQHU 6KDQH )LW]VLPPRQV choked up as he addressed Mr O’Dwyer’s young daughter Charlotte. Charlotte should know her father was D VHOÀ HVV DQG VSHFLDO PDQ ZKR RQO\ OHIW because he was a hero, the commissioner told the congregation. Wearing a white dress with her hair in pigtails, the toddler at one stage touched her father’s casket before she wandered up to the pulpit during the service. Errol O’Dwyer said farewelling his son was the hardest thing he ever had to do. Mr O’Dwyer described his son as a free spirit who lived in the present and whose greatest achievement was his daughter.

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Thai/ DÄ‚Ĺ?ŚĂ DŽŜƚŚ (mid-January 2020 to mid-February 2020) Festivals Dear Sri Selva Vinayaka devotees, Hindu Ahlaya Sangam Qld Inc (HASQ) cordially invites you to Sri Selva Vinayakar Temple Brisbane (South Maclean) for the Thai / DÄ‚Ĺ?ŚĂ Month Festivals. Sri AyyapaSwamy Makara Jyothy/ Thai Pongal Festivals on Wednesday 15 January 2020 Sri Lalitha Sahastranama Stotram Chanting on Sunday 20 January 2020 Pirathosha Viratham on Wednesday 22 January 2020 & Friday 7 February 2020 Chathurthi Viratham on Wednesday 29 January 2020 Ratha Sapthami on Saturday 01 February 2020 Thai Poosam Festival on Saturday 08 February 2020 Full moon/ & Sathya Narayanar Poojai on Sunday 09 February 2020 Sankatahara Chathurthi on Wednesday 12 February 2020 Visit Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar (Ganesha) Temple and get the Blessing of Lord Ganesha. For further information please contact our Temple or the Secretary Mr: M.Surendra on Mobile-0407-753991

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IN LATE December Brisbane’s Fijian, Indian and Chinese communities joined forces to raise more WKDQ IRU EXVK ¿ UH relief. Joint organiser of the fund raiser, Mr Surendra Prasad President of the Fiji Senior &LWL]HQV $VVRFLDWLRQ RI Queensland said the fund raiser drew support from many ethnic groups from South East Queensland. Also in attendance were Queensland LNP Senator, Mr Paul Scarr, and local councillors Angela Owen of Calamvale, Fiona Cunningham of Coorparoo and Kim Marx of Runcorn. Messages of support were read from Queensland’s Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Stirling Hinchliffe and Member for Moreton, Graham Perrett. The function was co-

organised by Mr Jack Sun, chairman of the St George Chinese Memorial Committee and more than eighty people attended at short notice. Attendees enjoyed a dinner of Chinese and Indian food and were entertained by Burmese-born guitarist and soloist Mr Michael Po Saw who sang a variety of Australian and Christmas songs. Several thousand dollars

was raised from a multiGUDZ UDIÀ H DQG WKH auctioning of bottles of wine autographed by the Prime Minister, Queensland’s Premier and Brisbane’s Lord Mayor and also Aunty Peggy donated Aboriginal Pottery and photo montage of the big portrait of Lewis Lee OAM. The function was held at the Multicultural Hub, Annerley, Brisbane, the centre which is managed by the Fiji Seniors group.

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Forest Lake Ward campaign launch for Councillor Charles Strunk Forest Lake Ward Councillor Charles 6WUXQN DQQRXQFHG KLV WKHPH ÂľXQÂżQLVKHG business’ at his campaign kick-off for Forest Lake Ward for the March 28th 2020 election. Friday night’s event was attended by many community, party and elected members who came along to hear what Cr Strunk was looking to do in his second term if elected. In attendance were Milton Dick MP for Oxley, Jim Maddem MP for Ipswich West, Labor Candidate for Brisbane Lord Mayor – Patrick Condren, BCC Opposition leader Jared Cassidy, BCC Opposition deputy leader Kara Cook, and many multi-cultural leaders. 0LFKHOOH +LHQ 0\ DQG 1LFN &RFNURIW sang the night away by the Simple Bliss Coffee deck throughout the night inbetween speeches. The night began with an Acknowledgement and Welcome to Country by local Inala elder Uncle Wally before kicking off the campaign. Cr Strunk said “I’m proud of the work that I have achieved alongside my BCC team with the opening of the dog park, park and road upgrades, investing in our community groups and putting in place initiatives that help day to day residents across the ward. “It not always the big projects like lighting DJ Sherrington Skate park and Wasps 5XJE\ 8QLRQ ÂżHOG EXW HTXDOO\ LPSRUWDQW is what we do to support individuals and organisations in the area of social welfare.â€? 0\ WKHPH ÂľXQÂżQLVKHG EXVLQHVVÂś LI HOHFWHG will be to continue to push BCC to establish new parks to meet the growth, secure IXQGLQJ IRU WZR WUDIÂżF OLJKW LQWHUDFWLRQV and establish more community outreach projects to deal with environmental and welfare support issues.â€? Forest Lake Ward residents pay more than

$30 Million in rates and receive very little in return. I will be working hard up to 28 March 2020, to have Patrick Condren elected, so we can have a fairer share of return. The Labor team will continue to advocate IRU RXU FRPPXQLWLHV LQ FLW\ +DOO GHYHORS

policy that will deliver a more sustainable, united and fair city and deliver a thriving community for all to enjoy. The funds are not being distributed equally and therefore our community is missing out. The only way to get our fair share is to elect

a Condren administration in. Councillor Strunk concluded the evening by thanking his staff, volunteers and members for his community for their going support.

The University of the South PaciďŹ c Journalism Programme Coordinator Dr Shailendra Singh shares insights from recently-launched book THE 8QLYHUVLW\ RI WKH 6RXWK 3DFLÂżF Journalism Programme Coordinator Dr Shailendra Singh shares insights from the recently-launched book on ethnic relations. • This is an extremely important book, and its title—Ethic Relations in Fiji: threats and Opportunities—indicates why. • The chapters in the book book emanate from the proceedings of the 2017 Dialogue on Ethnic 5HODWLRQV DW 3DFLÂżF +DUERXU • They address what is perhaps the most crucial and costly issue facing Fiji—ethnic relations, or rather, ethnic tensions, suspicions, and even hostility, if we are to be honest. • The list of authors who contributed to the book XQGHUVFRUHV LWV VLJQLÂżFDQFH > The then Acting Prime Minister, Mr Jone Usumate; > Activist, Jone Dakuvula; ! +XPDQ ULJKWV DFWLYLVW DQG ZULWHU 6HRQD Smiles; > Former government ministers, Krishna Datt and Ganesh Chand; > USP academic, Dr Natasha Khan; > Reverend Iliesa Naivalu of the Methodist Church of Fiji; > Former Electoral Commissioner, Alisi Daurewa; ! 7KH 3UHVLGHQW RI WKH 9LVKZD +LQGX 3DULVKDG in Fiji, Jai Dayal, and; > Feminist activist, Roshika Deo. • As you can see, these are knowledgeable people with a range of experiences. You put them in a room together, and you get fantastic outcomes from the interactions. • Initially, my co-editor Mr Nilesh Lal, the director of Dialogue Fiji, and I, had vague QRWLRQV DERXW D SXEOLFDWLRQ IURP WKH 3DFLÂżF +DUERXU 'LDORJXH • After hearing the presentations, our minds were made up: we had to capture them all in print so that the ideas and experiences are not lost to us, and to ensure that they are read more widely. • Not only did the presenters share their H[SHULHQFHV IURP WKH ÂżHOG WKH\ DOVR VSRNH from the heart, which was very powerful. These presenters are strongly rooted to the grassroots, possibly because some of them come from humble backgrounds.

• This is what made their stories so compelling — it emerged from their personal experiences, not just professional practices. There was a strong mention of the poor and forgotten, ZKLFK LV ¿WWLQJ WKH SRRU DUH DIWHU DOO WKH PRVW vulnerable when it comes to coups or political instability. ‡ )RU WKHP LWœV D GRXEOH EORZ ¿UVW WKH\ DUH WKH KDUGHVW KLW ¿QDQFLDOO\ EHLQJ SRRU WR EHJLQ ZLWK Second, they don’t live in gated compounds or secure homes, so they are the most exposed to any form of physical violence, and bear the brunt of it. • What Fiji’s poor, and indeed the country as a whole need, and crave, is stability, security and continuity, which denote growth, progress, and freedom from poverty. • Among other things, this means that our electoral systems must be sound, and that electoral outcomes should be respected. In other words, an end to Fiji’s debilitating coup culture, which contributes to both mental and PDWHULDO SRYHUW\ 7KLV LV UHÀHFWHG LQ WKH ERRN • In his chapter on the government’s perspectives on ethnic relations, Usumate states that we must address poverty. This makes sense: once we prioritise the poor, the whole nation will progress. ‡ 7KH EHQH¿WV RI FKDULW\ DUH HFKRHG LQ 0U 'D\DOœV DUWLFOH RQ WKH +LQGX GKDUPD &KDULW\ including government welfare programmes, should be based on need, not ethnicity. • In reality though, national budgets often privilege the business elite, based on the cockeyed dogma of trickle-down economics: not just in Fiji, but in many other countries that worship at the alter of neoliberalism. • The dialogue on ethnic relations is a reminder that the lack of social cohesion that is Fiji’s Achilles heel needs to be addressed in a multipronged manner. Poverty eradication should be at the heart of it. As Usumate says, ethnic divisions are the plague of Fijian society, and hinders national development. • I commend the visionary leadership of Dialogue Fiji director Nilesh Lal and his team for recognising the root cause of a perennial national problem, and organising two important workshops to address it. • Multiracialism sounds good in theory, but it’s

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incredibly complicated in reality. It requires constant effort to preserve the peace and make things work. This is the common thread in the book. • Multiracialism is work in progress— perpetually. Multiracialism can never be taken for granted, partly because we humans are a quarrelsome lot. • We cannot leave it entirely to the politicians either— sometimes politicians create more problems than they solve. • Indeed, the destructive role of political elites in the creation of xenophobia around the world, and its consequences, is highlighted in Mr Jone Dakuvula’s article on a Common National Identity. • Civil society organisations are an important buffer against such trends, and Mr Nilesh Lal’s chapter stresses their crucial role in social change and positive reforms. While praising Government’s multiracial vision, Mr Lal TXHVWLRQV WKH HI¿FDF\ RI D WRS GRZQ DSSURDFK • We appreciate the mandate of democratic governments, and at times they have to take the lead and make the tough and unpalatable decisions to address entrenched national problems. Our Government has its work cut out given our complicated context, and it has taken some decisive steps to move us forward. • Dr Natasha Khan’s article praises concepts like a common national identity, while pointing out that the citizens must have a sense of ownership of such ideas, if these ideas are to take hold and endure. • Otherwise, any reforms are merely symbolic, even shambolic. • In Fiji, there is over-emphasis on our differences. Seona Smiles’ poignant contribution reminds us how very much alike we all are beneth the skin. • Race doesn’t exist. Racism does, states Reverend Iliesa Naivalu in his chapter. Roshika Deo dreams about a society in which we fully accept each other, not just tolerate each other. Roshika is not just dreaming it, but working on it, through her Be the Change Movement. One revelation in Roshika’s piece is the reservoir of untapped goodwill in Fiji at the grassroots

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level, which is encouraging and gives hope. Unlikely as it may seem, comprises are possible even at the political level, if the political will is there. Krishna Datt provides insights into the reconciliation between former enemies that produced the 1997 Constitution from the ruins of the 1987 coup. • As we know, the 1987 coup leader and former Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, and the former National Federation Party leader, Jai Ram Reddy, buried the hatchet to spearhead the formation of the 1997 Constitution. Voters VDFUL¿FHG WKHP ERWK RQ WKH SROLWLFDO DOWHU IRU their troubles. • Recently, Rabuka said losing the prime ministership was worth The 1997 Constitution. • This book is a reservoir of experience and knowledge of people working on and contributing to social cohesion in one way or another. • It is a must read for every member of Parliament and for every member of the public. This column is based on the remarks by Dr Shailendra Singh at the launch of the book entitled, Ethnic Relations in Fiji: threats and opportunities, at the University of the 6RXWK 3DFL¿F /DXFDOD &DPSXV 6XYD )LML RQ November 8. The views in the column are not necessarily shared by Dr Singh’s employer, The 8QLYHUVLW\ RI WKH 6RXWK 3DFL¿F

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Arya Samaj Queensland Inc. VED Prachaar and Yajur Ved Prayan Yaj by Arya Samaj Queensland was a JUHDW VXFFHVV 7KH ÂżUVW GD\ SURJUDP was held at 24 Arnwood Pl Annerley +DOO 0XOWL &XOWXUDO +XE 7KH WRSLF for evening was Yog and Mediation. Acharya Prabha Mittra ji and Acharya Awrity Mittra Ji who came from Indore India gave a very enriching Vedic discourse. The Ved Prachaar program was held on December 8 and despite many members on holidays the attendance was commendable. The Yajur Ved Prayan Yaj started on December 9th at Regents Park hosted by Shri Sandeep and Shrimati Anu Tomar. The program included Meditation,

Yog and then Agnihotra. The program had two sessions per day and it was concluded on Friday evening. Meals and refreshments were provided all days and it was heartening to see the support from members and wider community. Arya 6DPDM 4XHHQVODQG ZRXOG ÂżUVWO\ OLNH to thank all the members that attended and further assisted with the evenings for without your support events like this could not happen. Thanks to Acharya Prabha Mittra ji and Acharya Awrity Ji for spiritual discourse and Agnihotra. Many thanks to all the members, well-wishers and community for attending and supporting the event.

Aum Pranayam for Perfect Peace THE Vedic Rishis, sages and saints had paved a perfect path of peace and prosperity for mankind. Among them Patanjali Rishi in his thought and practice of YOGA led us to Ashtanga Yoga or the eightfold path to be walked on with ease. In the present age, Swami Satyapati Parivrajak has enlightened the common man on Yoga Darshan by his discourses and treatises +LV ERRN WLWOHG Âł6DUDO Yoga Se Ishwar Sakshatkar Âł 6LPSOLÂżHG <RJD IRU God Realization) helps us achieve our aim of Peace : internal and external both. Pranayam , which leads to perfect peace, is a part of the Ashtanga Yoga. This eightfold path of Yoga comprises eight steps to realization of God. These are given hereunder: Yama or social ethics, Niyam or personal ethics, Asana or correct postures, Pranayam or control of breath, Pratyahara or drawing sensory organs back from sensuous pleasures,Dharana or intense concentration, Dhyana or meditation and Samadhi or communion with the Almighty. Pranayam cleanses a man or a woman of sins and ills. It gives a tremendous power

of concentration, patience, perseverance and perfect health to a practitioner. A practitioner’s personality achieves an all round development. Peace prevails thereafter. One moves a step closer towards realization of God and attainment of Moksha, that is, emancipation from the bondage of birth, death and rebirth. As per the Vedic philosophy of life, Moksha is the ultimate goal of a soul or the Jeevatma. Pran is our life-giving breath and Ayam means control. In other words Pranayam is control of the speed and sequence of inhalation and exhalation. In this sequence, the air that a person breathes in is called Shvasa and that which is breathed out is Prashvasa. A practitioner of Pranayam controls the process of Shvasa or inhalation and Prashvasa or exhalation as per his or her capacity. With a gradual practice, one may suspend the process of breathing-in and breathingout for a period of one’s own choosing without causing discomfort. There are certain prerequisites to embarkation on a practice session. One should go by rules of personal and social

ethics called Yama and Niyama. Yama comprises: Love and non-violence, Truth, Shunning-Urge to Steal, Celibacy and Non-possessiveness. Niyam comprises points of personal ethics like cleanliness, contentment (not to be mixed up with lack of initiative), austerity or absence from ostentation, continuous VHOI VWXG\ DQG XQÀLQFKLQJ faith in the Almighty. Of course, a practitioner should learn to sit in the correct posture or Asana in a clean place and in a peaceful environment as far as possible. One should prepare one’s self physically and mentally before starting a practice session of Pranayam. Let not the stomach be loaded with undigested food or drinks and let the bowels be empty. Ego, jealousy, avarice, greed, jealousy and other negative thoughts should be kept out of a practitioner’s mind. Under the guidance of a Guru, make a beginning with a chant of AUM. Please exhale gradually and stop the air from making an entry until you feel uncomfortable. When stoppage of air outside the body makes you uncomfortable, breathe- in

. One may do it thrice at the beginning. In the second phase, take the breath in and stop it inside. When you feel uncomfortable, take more air in. Then exhale slowly. At the beginning, practice thrice in the morning and thrice in the evening. One may do it many more times later depending on the stamina, will power and perseverance. Of course, intake of a balanced diet which promotes health plays a vital role in successful practices of Pranayam. There may be many variations in the method of practice but the ultimate goal remains the same as enunciated earlier. Let us pass on to the Bhramari Pranayam. Let the air go out of both the nostrils making a bee-like nasal sound rhythmically. It clears the respiratory passage and generates energy too. A practitioner may be able to keep common cold at arm’s length. After a little gap of time, one may practice Kapal Bhati. You may throw out with force through both the nostrils as much air as possible. Let the air come in again effortlessly and UHSHDW WKH ¿UVW DFWLRQ

If unbearable, please stop immediately. We may pass on to Bhasrika Pranayam. You may start doing Kapal Bhati in quick time, commencing with exhaling. One may call it internal jogging. Bhasrika tones up the breathing system tremendously and a practitioner will always earn a “Lungs &OHDU´ FHUWLÂżFDWH IURP KLV physician. Last but not the least in the present sequence is Nadishodhan. Let us start it by exhaling air from the left nostril while keeping the right one closed with the thumb, stopping the air outside till its absence becomes unbearable, inhaling and stopping the air in the lungs until it is time to release through the right nostril. Let this go on with a rhythm till you have completed the beginners’ number, viz. - three in a session. One may go on and on with other variations in process but let us now say : period. One may ask what the mental activity will be while the process of Pranayam is going on. Well meditate on AUM or say silently the Pranayam mantra. It is this: Aum Bhuh, Aum Bhuvah, Aum

Swah, Aum Janah, Aum Tapah, Aum Satyam. The meditation or the silent chant will prevent the mind from aimless wandering and distraction. Further, it will enhance a Pranayam practitioner’s capacity of concentration of mind tremendously. Let us not be oblivious of the cleansing of mind and bad Sanskara that is going on simultaneously. It is LQGHHG EHQH¿W SOXV Please remember, dear practitioner, Pranayam is for bodily, mental and spiritual enjoyment of a higher plane and a practitioner should never allow it to degenerate into a burden that may not be HDV\ WR FDUU\ DQG GLI¿FXOW to shake off. Wishing you all a happy and healthy Pranayam session for experiencing a spiritual pleasure or VEDIC ANAND. Adopted from Arya Samaj America By Brigadier Chitranjan Sawant,VSM Please contact President: Jitendra Deo 3273 3029 or Secretary: Sunil Dutt 5613 3410 for information on activities of Arya Samaj Queensland or log on: www. aryasamajqueensland.org/ Facebook Arya Samaj Qld

Yog and Meditation - Healing through knowledge THE purpose of the Yoga Sutras is to eliminate human misery by means of knowledge of the self and the universe. This goal of eliminating misery is shared by each of the six Indian spiritual sciences, called darsanas, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is one of them, and is also known as “Yoga-darsanas.� In ancient India, darsana is synonymous with science. The word derives from the root “dras�, which means to see. A darsana helps one see that which is not previously seen or recognized, much

as a periscope or telescope lets one see things that are obstructed or far away. In modern times, the six darsanas are more popularly known as “the six systems of Indian philosophy.â€? Six different rishis propounded these and are their founding teachers. These teachings do not compete with one another, nor are they mutually exclusive — each addresses a separate topic, but there is overlap. Misery (duhkha) is FODVVLÂżHG LQWR WKUHH NLQGV • Adhyatmika: Suffering caused by one’s own body

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and mind — for example, depression, trauma, and frustration. • Adhibhautika: Suffering caused by other beings, such as a bite from a snake or dog. • Adhidaivika: Suffering caused by natural calamities, such as HDUWKTXDNHV ÀRRGV DQG tornadoes, The highest goal of human pursuit is to completely eliminate these three kinds of misery. This goal and the effort to achieve it is called purusartha. The objective of all darsanas is to help

us in achieving that goal. There are four purusarthas — right conduct, earning ZHDOWK IXO¿OOLQJ SK\VLFDO and mental desires, and liberation from all misery. Liberation is one of the main topics of darsanas. 7KH 6L[ 'DUVDQDV • Each of the darsanas addresses a different topic. • Sankhya: The distinction between consciousness and nature. The great sage Kapila is considered the founder of this philosophy. • Yoga: The control of the mind that enables

this distinction between consciousness and nature (and the overall goal of Sankhya). Patanjali FRGL¿HG WKLV ERG\ RI knowledge into the Yogadarsana. • Nyaya: Methods of investigating the truth (reality), and discussion of proof. Gautama is the author of the Nyayadarsana. • Vaisesika; The discussion of various categories of substances, entities found in the universe, and atomic theory, and also discussion of proof. This work was

developed by Kanada. • Purva Mimamsa (also called Daksina Mimamsa): The discussion of virtuous conduct and the interpretation of ancient texts called Vedas (and associated rituals. Sage Jaimini was the composer of this work. • Vedanta (also called Uttara Mimamsa, or Brahmasutras): The discussion of the nature of God (Brahman). This darsana is attributed to Sage Badarayana. (Continued in next issue).

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Tulsi Poojan celebrated with an invitation for Parents worship day celebrations

ACCORDING to UNESCO, there were a total of 46 ancient civilizations in the world. While 45 of the 46 civilizations have almost disappeared and the only surviving civilization LV WKH +LQGX FLYLOL]DWLRQ 0DQ\ +LQGX UXOHUV OLNH Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Maharashtra, Maharana Pratap in Rajasthan, Ahom Dynasty in Assam & Baji Rao Peshwa in Poona fought the Mughals to save our rich +LQGX &LYLOLVDWLRQ +LQGX Civilisation suffered a great damage during the rule of the Mughals and the British. Our civilization has given us numerous resourceful traditions. To maintain the identity of our civilization, it is imperative for us to follow all the rituals and traditions that our ancient rich culture has given us.

The sky over Zillmere in Qld was echoed with the chanting of soul soothing verses of Shrimad Bhagavad Gita on the evening of 25th December 2019 during Tulsi Poojan celebrations. Tulsi Pooja was performed in a hall in the evening of 25th December 2019 in Zillmere (Qld) with the assistance from Yog Vedant Smiti. The event was a big success and despite the much-loved year-end break when most people have gone out of city, a large number of devotees attended this event. The attendees celebrated Tulsi poojan with great love, devotion and enthusiasm. The event was aimed to promote the awareness about rich Indian Vedic culture and about the great spiritual, religious and PHGLFLQDO EHQHÂżWV RI WXOVL plant. The event started

with the information session about the importance of tulsi poojan celebration, which was followed by tulsi pooja, satsang & kirtan and a vegetarian dinner. Shri Ghanshyam Bhardwaj (Sagar Ji), who has been serving the Indian community with his sweet voice, performed kirtan and the audiences were mesmerized all the time listening to the divine music. Mr. Daven Pathik, the exSUHVLGHQW RI +LQGX 6RFLHW\ of Queensland, who had worked tirelessly in the last 3 years for the development of Gayatri mandir Boondall, accompanied Mr. Sagar in playing musical instruments. As per Devi Bhagavata Mahapurana, Tulsi plant is the holiest of all plants and is the manifestation of Lakshmi, the goddess

Urdu Forum announces launch of Urdu language classes By Dr. Naveed Kureshi, Secretary

URDU Forum Incorporated is delighted to announce the launch of its Urdu Language classes. Australia is home to a myriad of cultures, representative of people from numerous ethnic backgrounds, speaking different languages. A QRW IRU SURÂżW RUJDQLVDWLRQ Urdu Forum was formed with the express purpose of promoting Urdu language & literature with a special emphasis on education. In doing so, our objective is to promote inclusiveness, harmony, social cohesion and further enhance multiculturalism in Australia. Urdu is a centuriesold language. With over 200 million native and between 500-600 million second language speakers

in the world, it ranks 19th among the approx. 6,900 languages spoken in the world. According to the 2016 census, there are 69,131 Urdu speakers in Australia and ranks 16 out of 93 languages spoken at home here. Our Urdu Language classes are in response to the persistent demand from parents whose school going children were either born here or had made Australia their home at an HDUO\ DJH DQG ZHUH ÂżQGLQJ LW GLIÂżFXOW WR FRPPXQLFDWH in Urdu. The classes will DOVR EHQHÂżW WKRVH ZKR can speak Urdu but were unable to read or write because of unfamiliarity with the Nastaliq script as well as those who might want to learn a second language. To meet these criteria, our courses are tailored

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to suit both adults and children. They include Basic Conversational Urdu and Reading & Writing Courses. Our team of dedicated teachers have volunteered their services to provide personalised mentoring in a relaxed and friendly environment. The classes are free and will be held on a weekly basis every Sunday from 2-4PM at the Brisbane City Council’s Toowong Library. To coincide with Queensland Schools Term GDWHV WKH ¿UVW FODVV ZLOO be held on Sunday 2nd February 2020. Registrations are now open. To enrol or for further information, please contact Ghazal Basit on 0412 076 864 or Yousuf Ali Khan on 0401 006 430, or email us at: urduforumbrisbane@ gmail.com

of wealth. Tulsi plants are found with light green leaves and dark green leaves. The plants with the light green leaves are called the RamaTulsi and the plants with the dark brown leaves are called Shyama-Tulsi. Along with the numerous medicinal EHQHÂżWV WKH SHUVRQ ZKR is wears, worships and takes care of tulsi plant

gains moksha (salvation) and gets the divine grace of Lord Vishnu. Respect of parents is the LGHQWLÂżFDWLRQ RI ,QGLDQ culture. At the end of the event, the attendees were informed about Parents worship day celebrations (Matri-Pitri poojan diwas), which is a very unique

festival. Millions of children all over globe are already learning the values and rites of Indian culture and already celebrating parents worship day on 14th February each year. On 14th February, the children of any age will be worshipping their parents with the same spirit they worship God. In Brisbane, the parents worship day festival will be celebrated at two places as per detail in the À\HU LQ WKLV QHZVSDSHU For any query about parents’ worship day, please contact Ashok Attri (0426 834 434) or Anu Attri (0405 277 802). To watch parents worship day celebrations of last year, please watch this you tube link. https://bit.ly/2Fcbifq

Hindus seek dedicated areas for scattering cremated remains in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane HINDUS are urging city councils of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide in Australia to work on creating dedicated areas for the dispersal of the cremated remains over sea, river, or other bodies of water. +LQGX VWDWHVPDQ 5DMDQ Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that areas in and around these cities now had substantial +LQGX SRSXODWLRQV DQG LW was important for grieving +LQGX IDPLOLHV WR VFDWWHU the cremated remains of their loved ones on the body of water. These city councils should work with interested local communities to create dedicated areas along the

bodies of water available in/nearby their cities so that grieving families and friends could gather and perform the last rituals properly, respectfully and peacefully; Zed, who is President of Universal 6RFLHW\ RI +LQGXLVP VWDWHG Rajan Zed urged Mayors Clover Moore (Sydney), Sally Capp (Melbourne), Adrian Schrinner (Brisbane), Sandy Verschoor (Adelaide), and Perth Chair Commissioner $QGUHZ +DPPRQG WR seriously and earnestly delve into developing this dedicated area for scattering cremated remains; which could include installing a platform, raising an open roofed structure like gazebo and building a link road.

Zed further said that LI WKH RIÂżFLDOV RI WKHVH cities needed any help in the religious expertise during the designing and development process, he or RWKHU +LQGX VFKRODUV ZRXOG be glad to assist. Besides +LQGXV LW ZRXOG DOVR EHQHÂżW DOO RWKHUV LQWHUHVWHG in scattering the cremated remains on the body of water. A multi-cultural country like Australia should be more receptive and responsive to the basic needs of its hard-working, harmonious and peaceful +LQGX FRPPXQLW\ which had made lot of contributions to the nation and society; and continued to do so; Rajan Zed added.

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VIOLENCE on the JNU campus on Sunday has left everyone curious about who was behind the attacks that left 34 people, including students and teachers, injured inside the campus. Students from both, ABVP and Left, have been blaming each other for the violent attack conducted by masked goons armed with rods and sticks. Students from JNU, who don't wish to be named, claim that both Left and ABVP, had been at loggerheads since last Friday. +HDWHG DUJXPHQWV ZKLFK LQFOXGHG WKUHDWV to each other, took place inside the JNU campus on multiple occasions since Friday. "There were minor skirmishes inside the FDPSXV KRZHYHU QR FRPSODLQWV ZHUH Âż OHG with police about these incidents," said a student. ,QGLD 7RGD\ 79 KDV OHDUQW WKDW WKH Âż UVW incident took place on January 4 around 1 pm when few masked intruders entered the Central Information System and damaged the server of the university. Next day at noon, ABVP students who had gone for registration for the winter semester were attacked which went on till 1 pm. The security guards present at the spot tried to intervene but were also beaten up E\ WKH DWWDFNHUV +RZHYHU LW LV QRW FOHDU LI WKH DWWDFNHUV DUH DIÂż OLDWHG ZLWK DQ\ SROLWLFDO wing or not. Within a few hours, over 50 intruders entered the campus from the back gate armed with lathis, clubs and sticks. They entered the hostels and attacked students LQVLGH 6DEDUPDWL +RVWHO DQG .R\QD +RVWHO The intruders also attacked students who were at the dhabas. Students told India

Today TV that masked men and women entered from the back gate of JNU.There are two to three private security guards at the back gate which is in Vasant Kunj area, however, is not clear if private guards allowed them to sneak inside. Those who entered the campus were armed and moved around the campus freely. While Left students have alleged these goons belong to ABVP, the right-wing students' union claim they were from JNUSU. Neutral students say both were involved in the clashes. ABVP through a video has claimed that JNUSU president Aishe Ghosh entered the campus accompanied by masked intruders DQG ZDV EHKLQG WKH DWWDFN +RZHYHU $LVKH Ghosh claims that she saw some faces of ABVP students who were from JNU and were involved in the violence. Aishe Ghosh, who suffered injuries in the attack and was seen bleeding, claims that at 3:30 pm on Sunday, she informed the police that some unknown people with rods are roaming inside the college campus and was assured protection but then they became mute spectators. "I saw the internal security personnel leaving when violence broke out. I will not give any defense about the video ABVP has released, defaming me. I will tell how the entire incident unfolded. If I had to perpetrate violence, I won't be roaming around showing my face on the CCTV," said Ghosh. Students present during the attack told India Today TV that it appears that someone guided the intruders and they knew who to attack and when and where. As news spread about the clashes on

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Sunday, another set of outsiders blocked the gate of JNU campus. They also targeted people who tried to get inside the campus to SURYLGH ¿ UVW DLG WR LQMXUHG VWXGHQWV The police have lodged 4 FIRs in connection with the violence and suspect involvement of outsiders along with students in the violence. Questions are also being raised on the SROLFH V FRQGXFW 7KH ¿ UVW GLVWUHVV FDOO according to sources, was made around 5pm and few local police personnel reached the campus but stopped at entrance gate because they had no permission. Around 7:45 pm, the JNU administration gave a written consent to Delhi Police to enter the campus. Then subsequently several calls were made by students who were attacked. Delhi Police reinforcement entered the campus and FRQGXFWHG D À DJ PDUFK Three sets of complaints have been given to the police. In one of the complaints, the Left has blamed ABVP behind the attacks and bringing in outsiders who carried out

violence for over two hours from 5 pm on Saturday. In another complaint, ABVP has complained blaming Left students for assaulting them in the afternoon. JNU administration including the guards KDV Âż OHG FRPSODLQWV RQ WKH FODVKHV WKDW EURNH out post-noon on Sunday. In the complaint, they have said "outsiders" ransacked JNU properties, hostel and cars and attacked students. JNU administration has also mentioned how outsiders on Saturday (1 pm) entered CIS and damaged the server and cut the power supply. Several WhatsApp chat screenshots having conversation about when and where to attack have been shared in the social media. The police claim that they are in possession of those chat records and investigation is being conducted. "We are checking videos of men and women entering the campus with their faces covered. We have also seized material evidence. The Crime Branch is also investigating WhatsApp messages and social media posts. Footage is being collected," said the Delhi police.

India summoned Pakistan's acting "PM Modi Is Boss, Go By His Word On High Commissioner over Nankana Citizens List": BJP's Hardeep Puri Mr Puri said PM Modi has given his 83;'9;9ÂŞ !8&''6 -2+, Sahib attack and killing of Sikh youth assurance that that there has been no INDIA on 6 January summoned Pakistan's &KDUJp G DIIDLUHV 6\HG +DLGHU 6KDK WR the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi to lodge a protest over the attack on Nankana Sahib Gurudwara and the killing of a Sikh youth in Pakistan. The Ministry of External Affairs in a statement said, "Pakistan's ChargĂŠ d'affaires, 6\HG +DLGHU 6KDK ZDV VXPPRQHG WRGD\ to lodge strong protest at the recent acts of vandalism and desecration of the holy Gurdwara Sri Janam Asthan at Nankana Sahib, Pakistan, and the targeted killing of minority Sikh community member in Peshawar, Pakistan." The incident of a violent mob attacking the Gurudwara occurred on Friday when the main accused Imran Chishti, along with a group of people laid siege to the worship place also known as Gurdwara Janam $VWKDQ D VLWH QHDU /DKRUH ZKHUH WKH Âż UVW Guru of Sikhs, Guru Nanak, was born. While the accused has been arrested, it was learnt that the Imran was the brother of the man who allegedly kidnapped and married Jagjit Kaur in what was termed as a case of 'forced conversion.' The MEA also protested the killing RI \HDU ROG 6LNK PDQ LGHQWLÂż HG DV Ravinder Singh, he was allegedly murdered in Peshawar, Pakistan. Raising concerns regarding the issue of 'minority persecution' in Pakistan the MEA FRQYH\HG WR +DLGHU 6KDK ,QGLD DOVR VKDUHG

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1(: '(/+, Union Civil Aviation 0LQLVWHU +DUGHHS 6LQJK 3XUL RQ 0RQGD\ said that minorities in the country have nothing to fear from the Citizenship Amendment Act, and the ongoing protests were the result of "fearmongering" by FHUWDLQ HOHPHQWV +H DOVR VDLG WKDW WKH controversial law should not be linked to the National Register of Citizens (NRC), especially after Prime Minister Narendra Modi has denied any plan to implement it across the country. "A false narrative is being created on something like the Citizenship Amendment Act," he told NDTV, claiming that the law was intended only to provide refuge to persecuted minorities from neighbouring countries such as Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. The Union Minister also rejected claims that the amended law, when implemented along with the NRC, will prove detrimental to the country's Muslim community. "The Âż UVW LPSRUWDQW WKLQJ WR UHPHPEHU DERXW WKH CAA is that it does not discriminate against anyone, it does not take anyone's rights away. By linking it with NRC, people have created that fear," he maintained.

discussion on a nationwide NRC. "You can believe the PM because he's the boss," he said. The Citizenship Amendment Act, for WKH Âż UVW WLPH PDNHV UHOLJLRQ WKH WHVW RI citizenship in India. While the government says it will help persecuted minorities from three Muslim-dominated countries get citizenship, critics say it violates the secular principles of the constitution. Mr Puri condemned the attack on the Jawaharlal Nehru University campus on Sunday evening, but said that there was some ambiguity on "what exactly happened". "There was one incident that all television channels had on last evening, but trouble has been brewing there for a while," he told NDTV. +H DOVR UHMHFWHG DOOHJDWLRQV RI LQDFWLRQ leveled against the Delhi Police. "The police are caught in a very interesting situation. If they go into a campus and there is violence, you blame the police. But here, the police did not enter and you are saying..." he said, apparently referring to the crackdown by the city police on the Jamia Millia University last month. The Union Minister said that the situation in the Jawaharlal Nehru University was more "complicated" than most people can understand. "I have seen the JNU Students Union president leading a mob. +RZ GR \RX DQVZHU WKDW" KH VDLG DGGLQJ that the actual story may be "very different".

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2) Who all does it cover? 7KH $FW FRYHUV VL[ FRPPXQLWLHV QDPHO\ +LQGX 6LNK Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christian migrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. As per the Citizenship Act of 1955, an illegal immigrants cannot get FLWL]HQVKLS LQ ,QGLD $Q LOOHJDO PLJUDQW LV GH¿ QHG DV SHRSOH who either entered the country without proper documents, or stayed on beyond the permitted time. In 2015 the government made changes to the passport and foreigner’s acts to allow non-Muslim refugees from these countries to stay back in India even if they entered the country without valid papers.

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continued to stay in India even if their travel documents have expired or they have incomplete or no documents," the Bill states.

5) What is the background of the law? It was one of the poll promises of the NDA government. The Bill in its earlier form was passed in January 2019, ahead of the general elections. It again sought to grant Indian citizenship to the six non-Muslim communities+LQGX %XGGKLVW &KULVWLDQ 3DUVL -DLQ DQG 6LNK It reduced the mandatory requirement of 12 years stay in India to seven years to be eligible for citizenship if they do not possess any document. The earlier Bill was referred to Joint parliamentary Committee, however the Bill lapsed as it could not be taken up in Rajya Sabha.

ÂŽm 3> 1!2@ >-ÂŁÂŁ -; !&& ;3 2&-!y9 636<ÂŁ!ধ 32S 7KHUH DUH QR RIÂż FLDO Âż JXUHV RWKHU WKDQ UHFRUGV IXUQLVKHG by the Intelligence Bureau before the JPC saying there are 31,313 persons belonging to these minority community living in India on Long Term Visa. They had sought refuge KHUH RQ JURXQGV RI UHOLJLRXV SHUVHFXWLRQ +RPH 0LQLVWHU Amit Shah in Parliament said the bill will give a new dawn to lakhs and crores of people. Parties like Shiv Sena have been asking for an exact number. As per the IB records the QXPEHUV DUH +LQGXV 6LNKV &KULVWLDQV Buddhists 2 and Parsis 2.

6) Who are the opposers? Among the main opposition against the Bill is that it is said to be violative of Article 14 of the Constitution — the Right to Equality. Congress, Trinamool Congress, CPI(M) and a few other political parties have been steadfastly opposing the bill, claiming that citizenship can't be given on the basis of religion. There has also been widespread protests across North East in Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim.

Â?m ,!; !8' ;,' 3#/'$ধ 329 ;,!; ,!=' come up? The Act has triggered widespread protests in northeastern states where many feel that permanent settlement of illegal immigrants will disturb the region's demography and further burden resources and decrease employment opportunities for indigenous people. A large section of people and organisations opposing the Act also say it will nullify the provisions of the Assam Accord of 1985, which Âż [HG 0DUFK DV WKH FXW RII GDWH IRU GHSRUWDWLRQ RI all illegal immigrants irrespective of religion.

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and properties. +H H[SUHVVHG KLV V\PSDWK\ IRU WHUULEOH loss of livestock and wildlife, and threats to QDWLYH DQG HQGHPLF Ă€ RUD DQG IDXQD The Prime Minister says the scenes of destruction are heartbreaking and he saluted the extraordinary bravery of the thousands of men and women, especially the volunteers of the Rural Fire Service who are placing their lives on the line to protect their fellow Australians. 7KH Âż UHV LQ $XVWUDOLD VWDUWHG LQ 6HSWHPEHU last year and continues to burn across the state of New South Wales. 0HDQZKLOH RIÂż FLDOV ZDUQ KXJH Âż UHV LQ Victoria and New South Wales could meet and create a larger “mega blazeâ€?.

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further claims. 7KHUH KDV EHHQ QR RIÂż FLDO ZRUG RQ KRZ the couple died. Police would not be drawn on details and said it was a matter for the coroner. Nath's body was repatriated to Fiji in the early hours of Sunday morning and a funeral was held in Ba, about 60km from the capital of Nadi, on Monday, the Fiji Sun reported. "We have lost a son, we can't say anything now, it's a very hard time for us now," Nath's uncle told the newspaper. Nath's body was cremated at the Nukuloa Cemetery. A public viewing was held in south Auckland on Saturday before Nath's body was repatriated. +LV ERG\ ZDV GLVSOD\HG LQ D FRIÂż Q RSHQ only to show his head and upper chest. An

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A NEW player has joined the Fiji 7s extended squad. Nasoni Tulavu has been EURXJKW LQ E\ +HDG &RDFK Gareth Baber. Tulavu joined the side last week and will be part of this week’s training camp as well. The former Lelean Memorial School student is a National Fire Authority RI¿ FHU DQG SOD\V IRU WKH club as a halfback and playmaker. Tulavu hails from Nakorosule in Naitasiri

OVER $340m was paid out by the Fiji National Provident Fund to its members in 2019. This was highlighted in the FNPF Annual Report of 2019 revealing that the largest sum of withdrawal was for retirements which stood at $167.1m. In 2018, retirement withdrawal was $144m. Withdrawal for housing also increased to $57.5m compared to $44.2m in 2018. The report also showed that many Fijians are withdrawing upon migration. 7KH Âż JXUH VWRRG DW P

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• Paved patio spot • 2 car garage with internal access and remote control • Powered shed with workshop • Landscaped gardens • Second lot has water and sewerage connection and water metre • Solar panels = 4.5KW • Air-con = 3 split systems • Rent = approx. $500-$520

$849,000

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TWO BLOCKS SIDE BY SIDE • This is an exceptional offer to hard to pass! • 2 blocks side by side on 2,024m2 block combined (1,012m2 each) • The Owners are retiring and need an urgent sale • Sub-divide, design and build 4 brand new homes on this excellent

Boondall

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• Ideal for sub-division or great for future land bank • Main bedroom with air-con, walkin robe, ensuite & private balcony • Spacious open plan living areas with air-con • Large modern kitchen with breakfast bar & dishwasher • Air-cond,separate media room • Upstairs sitting room • Internal laundry • Covered entertainment area

location • Walking distance to Nudgee College, kindergartens, shops, bus and train transport & all other amenities • 2 current addresses; • 94 Landsboro Avenue, Boondall QLD 4034 • 96 Landsboro Avenue, Boondall QLD 4034

Offers over $1,160,000

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Offers over $590,000

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• 3 bedrooms • 1 bathroom • 1 living area • Kitchen with electric stove • Split system air-conditioner • Fenced • Ceiling fans • Easterly Outlook

Boondall

$450,000 - Negotiable

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• Combination of 6 x 2 bedrooms & 2 x 3 bedroom apartments - all with built-in wardrobes • Master bedroom with ensuite and split system air-con • Modern spacious kitchens with stone bench tops, dishwashers & great breakfast balcony • Close to shops, schools, transport and other amenities. Approx. 5 km from Brisbane CBD & 15mins from Airport • 8 secure car parks & plenty for visitors.

• Design your Dream Home on this fantastic, last remaining block • Land size - 421m2 • We offer House and Land Package as well • Short walk to schools, shops and transport • Invest in this ever-growing suburb! • Urgent sale required

$369,000

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Bracken Ridge

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Real Estate Is Our World CONVENIENCE, LOCATION & AFFORDABILITY • Brand New Townhomes in Heathwood on the Southside of Brisbane • 24 minutes drive to Brisbane CBD • All townhomes are 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms & 2 car accommodation • Low-maintenance plus modern living ‡ W\SHV RI ÀRRU SODQV WR choose from • Type A – total area 202.9m2 to 254.9m2 & Type B – total area 241.7m2 – 253.7m2 • Choice of dark colour or light colour scheme ‡ 3ULFHV LQFOXGH ÀRRULQJ cabinetry, kitchen and bathroom stone bench top, splashback tiles, pendant lighting, kitchen sink mixer, cabinetry handles + more

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warranty, stone bench tops, physical termite barrier, exterior lights to each house entry & rear yard, smart Daikin ducted air-conditioning + more • Comes with a 1-year rental guarantee at 5.2% for investors • Outdoor living includes resort style living with pool & BBQ area, plus private courtyard.

$585,000 to $620,000

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disagreements, you are advised to deal with the matter in a calm way. This phase will be pleasant in terms of your personal life. You will enjoy a great time with your spouse or partner. If you keep a calm mindset, disagreements will be easily resolved. It will be wise to treat such situations with maturity. As for your finance, if you wish to invest in the stock market, consult a financial expert before you invest, or it will be a loss. Around the middle of the month, you are likely to face a few issues this week. If you do not resolve minor issues, they could blow out of proportion. You are advised to let your partner deal with situations on their own. Gemini (22nd May to 21st June): In terms of love and relationships, this phase will prove favourable for you. You will get to enjoy special moments with your beloved. Towards the weekend, you could even try to surprise your

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relationship official. You are likely to be in a generous mood. It will be one of those times where you believe in giving more to others than being at the receiving end. It will bring you great pleasure in making your loved ones happy. This generous attitude of yours will attract many people to befriend you. The end of the month will prove to be extremely fruitful. You will be much in love with your spouse or partner and will be able to spend ample time together. You will be able to take the relationship to the next level as well. As time passes, the two of you will enjoy a deep bond of togetherness. Libra (23rd September to 22nd October): You are in for a month full of ups and downs. In terms of relationships, you will be seen making efforts to please your beloved. You could try going on a long drive or to the movies. As for finances, this phase will prove fruitful for you. However, it would be wise to keep a watch on your expenditure. You are likely to face delays in payments. Also, steer clear from lending money during this phase. Career-wise, you may be required to work extra hard and not garner the desired praise. For those married or in committed relationships, this may not be all that ideal. You may have many fights with your beloved. You may even think of leaving them. However, you are advised against it. You cannot throw a relationship away just because you’re facing a few issues. If you give it time and dedication, the two of you will be able to resolve your differences. Stay patient and calm as there are obstacles in your career path during this phase. You will be burdened with work but consult your seniors to ease your problems. Delays are expected where progress is concerned. Do not lose hope. This is a happy time for you as your partner, and you are comfortable with each. Scorpio (23rd October to 22nd November): This is a good time for you to progress and explore new opportunities. Promotion and a raise in salary might be on the cards. Continue to hard work and put in your best efforts. However, around the middle of the month, be ready for professional setbacks. Be patient and stay calm. Avoid getting into office politics. This is a challenging phase for you. A good time for students. You will get good results in your examinations. Avoid any kind of distraction, but do not ignore extra-curricular activities. Stay determined. Be focused on your work. You will yield good results, and this will boost your morale on the work front. Make the most of this phase as your chances of achieving academic success are greater. The natives of Scorpio are likely to find this month extremely favourable in terms of love and relationships. Singles are likely to meet someone interesting during this phase. As for those in committed relationships, you will get the opportunity to spend a lot of time with your beloved. You will be recognised and feel more confident. For sales and marketing professionals, you will bring in big customers. In terms of your academics, you are advised to work harder as the end of the month may be a testing time for you. Sagittarius (23rd November to 21st December): This month is going to bring in a lot of good vibes and knowledge. Relationship-wise, this phase will be ideal for getting married to your beloved. Respect your partner and trust them. Married couples are advised to go on a trip. For professionals, this is a stressful time for your career. You need to be on top of things. This is a good time for people in the manufacturing business. Finance-wise, be careful about your investments. Do not lend money to anyone. Also, do not invest in any property right now. As for students, you are advised to reach out to your seniors and mentors for help required for your academics. Many opportunities will come your way in this phase. Be on top of things, or you may lose out. For businessmen, there is a possibility of starting a new venture. Invest your money in a different medium and not just one channel. There will be workrelated travel this month, and you may

have to participate in group discussions. So be prepared. Those in marketing and sales, good opportunities will come your way. As for your finance, this phase is full of highs and lows. Watch your investments closely and learn to manage your money well. Capricorn (22nd December to 20th January): You can expect good results on the career front. But you need to stay focused and work harder. Do not sign any new document without carefully reading it. Also, avoid trusting anyone blindly. Stay focused, and you will achieve success in your academic endeavours. You may get a promotion or an increase in incentives. Be ready for ups and downs. There will be increased expenses and static income. Professionals will be able to complete all their tasks on time. You will earn accolades and recognition from senior management. You may have to travel for work and may start your own venture. Education-wise, it is a good time for students. Your hard work will pay off, and you will achieve great results. Beware of distractions. Time is of the essence, so make the most of the opportunities that come your way and do not waste time overthinking. You can also join your family business as the time is favourable. For students, this is a good time for you as a student to apply and appear for competitive exams or higher studies. The end of the month will prove favourable. Time is of the essence, so make the most of the opportunities that come your way and do not waste time overthinking. Aquarius (21st January to 18th February): Career-wise, this is an average time for you on the career front. Opportunities will come your way, but they will be slow to arrive. Keep working hard and do not minimise on your efforts. As for education, engineering students or students who belong to other technical streams will face some delay and other problems. Avoid getting into any conflicts with your superiors or seniors at work. If you are planning to go abroad for higher studies, you will succeed. Participate in group studies and discussions. Stay away from distractions, or it will affect your academic results. You will get recognition among your superiors. Towards the middle of the month, things could be challenging for you, and you need to step out of your comfort zone. Try new things and stay on top of your work. Those of you who wish to apply for competitive exams, this is a good time as you will be successful. The end of the month will prove to be exceptionally fruitful. Even in terms of career and business, you will witness progress. You will get support from your colleagues and superiors. Seek help from your mentors. Participate in group projects. Students are advised to be prepared for delays and difficulties. Pisces (19th February to 20th March): In terms of career, this is a good time for your career. Work harder and put in more efforts to ensure all your tasks are completed in time. As for education, stay focused and determined to excel in your academics. You will excel at work but do not take things for granted. Do not be over confident. Seek advice from mentors. Study hard and stay focused. This is a good time for you if you are looking to switch your job. However, take an offer and only then quit. Keep up your hard work, and you will earn recognition and praise from your seniors. If you are a businessman, you will do well. As for students, if you are preparing for government entrance exams for jobs, you will succeed. As a student pursuing higher studies abroad, work harder. You may get a promotion and a salary hike. Education-wise, you are advised to avoid any kind of distractions and stay focused. If you are going to appear for competitive exams, you will do well. Stay humble and work harder as this is a golden period for you. Arrogance will be your downfall. As a student, you will need a lot of conviction to stay true to your academic goals towards the end of the month. Avoid any kind of distractions.

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Queensland Tamil Mandram & Thaai Tamil School present 7th year celebration – PONGAL Festival QLD Time: 3:00pm to 9:00pm Venue: Robelle Domain Central Parklands, Springfield Central FREE ENTRY

Fund Raising Concert by Sri Kamakshi Ekambraeswara Dhaam QLD (SKEDQLD) Time: 5:30pm Venue: Will be announced soon All funds raised goes to Temple Fund For more details contact – Geetha: 0414 614 937, Raj: 0405 287 287

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Robelle Domain PONGAL Fireworks organised by Queensland Tamil Mandram & Thaai Tamil School Time: 8:00pm to 8:45pm Venue: Robelle Domain Central Parklands, Springfield Central FREE ENTRY

Brahmasri Samavedam Shanmukha Sarma Garu coming to Brisbane All are welcome to attend discourses in Telugu on Srimad Bhagavatam Venue: Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Queensland, 198 Leoroyd Road, Willawong QLD 4110 Supported by: Queensland Telugu Association

19th January 2020 Radio Thon hosted by Hindu Society of QLD Inc. Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm Venue: 373 Bracken Ridge Road, Bracken Ridge QLD 4107 For queries please contact: Mrs. Anita Ram 0452 504 502, Pt. Sanat Pandey 0401 683 520, Mr. Dharmesh Prasad 0424 961 302, Mr Prem Chand 0423 375 276

25th January 2020 Shree Hanuman Chalisa by Bhakti Seva Pariwar (Australia) Time: 5:30am – 3:30pm Venue: Runcorn Heights State School, 200 Nemies Road, Runcorn QLD 4113 $5 per child if registered by 5th January $10 per child for registration after 5th January 2020

25th January 2020 Pongal Event – The Harvest Festival by Tamil Association of Queensland Time: 3pm to 10pm Venue: The Circle, Robelle Domain Parklands, 155 Southern Cross Circuit, Springfield Central, Queensland 4300 For more information, please contact: Sri Jeyanthirakumar 0432 168 310 Preethi Singh: 0422 603 703 Saipriyaa: 0474 266 722 Balu: 0413 914 894 Shreemmate: 0431 341 677

26th January 2020 28th Anniversary Celebration by Hindu Society of QLD Inc. Time: 10:00am to 12:30pm

1st February 2020 Shree Parvathi Parameswara Kalyanam by Sri Kamakshi Ekambraeswara Dhaam QLD (SKEDQLD) Time: 3:00pm-8:30pm Venue: Runcorn Heights State School, 200 Nemies Road, Runcorn QLD 4113 For more details contact – Geetha: 0414 614 937, Raj: 0405 287 287

8th February 2020 2020 Antakshari Competition by Hindu Society of QLD Inc. Time: 6:00pm dinner & 7:00pm program Venue: Coorparoo Secondary College Hall Cnr Stanley St. East & Cavendish Road QLD 4151 For queries please contact: Mr. Deepak Kumar 0403 629 381, Mrs. Anita Ram 0452 504 502, Mr. Dharmesh Prasad 0424 961 302, Mr Prem Chand 0423 375 276

14th February 2020 Sangeet Premi Club INC presents Valentine 2020 – Romantic Fusion of Live Music, Dance & Art Time: 6:30pm Venue: Michael’s Oriental Restaurant, 223 Padstow Rd, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113 Early bird tickets: $65; Table of ten $600

21st February 2020 Maha Shivratri Rudra Abhishekam by Sri Kamakshi Ekambraeswara Dhaam QLD (SKEDQLD) Time: 5:30pm Venue: Runcorn Heights State School, 200 Nemies Road, Runcorn QLD 4113 For more details contact – Geetha: 0414 614 937, Raj: 0405 287 287 FREE EVENT Call 07 3865 6533

21st March 2020 Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan Australia, Brisbane Branch presents Bhartiya Nav Varsh Utsav Time: 2:00pm to 8:30pm Venue: King George Square, Brisbane CBD For more info contact: Sanjiv Sharma (M) 0431 383 002 E-mail djjsaustralia@gmail. com FREE ENTRY

4th April 2020 Varnam Cultural Society (QLD) Inc. presents Ipswich Multicultural Tamil & Indian New Year Celebrations Time: 5pm Venue: Robelle Domain Parklands, Springfield Central Cultural Dances-Fun Rides-Fireworks-Food Stalls-Music-Dance Floor. FREE ENTRY

Community Announcement... Hindi Christian Fellowship - Come and worship with us at Merthyr Uniting Church 52 Merthyr Church, New Farm. From: 2.30pm. Last Sunday of every month. Contact: Krishna 0451 270 314 Irene 0414 962 132 Sri Kamakshi Ekambareswara Dhaam QLD Rudra Abhishekam and Aarathi - First Saturday of every month at 5pm, at Runcorn Heights State School, 200 Nemies Road, Runcorn, QLD 4113. Event schedule includes Ganesh and Uma Maheshwara Shodasopachara pooja, Rudra Abhishekam, Shiva Ashotaram, Bhajans, Om Shiva Omkara Aarati and Mahaprasad will be served at 7.45pm. Every month in this event we need 3 families to perform Pooja and Rudra Abhishekam on stage. Please contact us if any family is interested to perform. “For more details contact: Geetha 0414 614 937 or Raj 0405 287 287 Email: ske.shivalayam.qld@gmail.com.” Hindu Society of Queensland Inc. Coming Events Weekly Program: • Every Tuesday from 7pm: Ramayan and Kirtans; • Every Friday from 7pm: Ramayan and Kirtans; • Every Sunday from 5pm: Kirtans and Aarti. Major Programs: • Radio Thon on Sunday 19th January 2020 from 10:30am to 12:30pm; • 28th Anniversary and Maha Yagna on Sunday 26th January 2020 from 10am; • Antaskshiri Competition on Saturday 8th February 2020 at Coorparoo Secondary College

Weekly Events... Mondays… Brahma Kumaris Australia – Meditation & Positive Thinking Sessions – Mondays 10.30am to 11.30am: Regular meditation should improve your ability to focus and think clearly. By practising mediations which cultivate our ability to sense and care for our natural energy we are able to live life with greater awareness and confidence. Each class includes guided meditations, discussions, short talks and the introduction and practice of techniques. Each session is a different topic. Meditation sessions Tuesdays 6.30pm to 7.30 pm and Sundays 5.30pm to 6.30pm. During these sessions there will be meditation commentaries, music and periods of silence.

You can come and go at any time during these sessions. Venue: 27 Bordeaux Parade, Mermaid Waters. Please phone to register – 5575 2126. Email goldcoast@au.brahmakumaris.org or visit www.brahmakumaris.org/au/whatson for more information. Brisbane Good Samaritan Prayer Fellowship (Malayam Service) – Congregation on every Sunday from 10am to 12pm at Stafford Scouts, 38 Appleby Road, Stafford, Qld 4053. For further information contact 0468 358 646 or 0411 269 322. Come and hear the message of your eternal life, GOD BLESS Picabeen Community Centre – you’re invited to playgroup! – For parents with children aged 0-5 years from all cultures and backgrounds. Come along and meet families from all backgrounds in your community. Every Monday (Except public holidays) 10am – 12pm. Picabeen Community Centre, 22 Hoben Street, Mitchelton Qld. Phone 3354 2555 Zi Za Dong Zen Association – Energy Healing to improve health and well beings – ZZDZ Assn. Inc is a not for profit charity foundation based in Brisbane. Focusing on energy healing named Qi Gong through meditation, it provides free energy healing sessions and guidance. Practicing Qi Gong will encourage you to achieve a positive outlook on life, by helping to reduce stress and calm your mind. It also increases vitality, enhances your immune system and helps to eliminate negative attitudes and behaviours. Session Times & Locations: Mondays-Thursday & Saturday 9am – 12pm at 10 Cognac Court, Calamvale. Thursday afternoon (except 1st week) 3.30pm – 6pm at Sunnybank Hills Shoppingtown Library. 67 Level 2, Cnr Calam & Compton Road. Friday afternoon 2pm-5pm at Logan West Library – 69 Grand Plaza Drive, Brown Plains. For more information email zzdz. aus@gmail.com or visit www.zzdz.org.au

Wednesdays… Brisbane Good Samaritan Prayer Fellowship (Malayam Service) – Cottage Meeting on every Wednesday from 6.30pm to 8pm at Stafford Scouts, 38 Appleby Road, Stafford, Qld 4053. For further information contact 0468 358 646 or 0411 269 322. Come and hear the message of your eternal life, GOD BLESS The Mantra Room – Live Kirtan – Spend an evening of sacred Yoga chant with Gayatri, Ishvara, Jayadharma and friends Fridays 6pm, Sundays 5pm and Wednesdays 7pm at Australian School of Meditation & Yoga, 236 Montague Road, West End. Amazing Vego Food $5. Come celebrate, meditate and let the music set you free. For more information call 3844 8441 or email brisbane@asm.org.au

Thursdays… Sai Baba Aarti Program – Every Thursday 7.30pm – Virginia State School, 1678 Sandgate Road, Virginia (next to Virginia Train Station) Aarti & Archana opportunity for all attendees, Prasad & Dinner provided. Enquiries call 0405 392 793 / saibababrisbane@gmail.com / Like on Facebook www.facebook.com/SaiBabaBrisbane

Sundays… Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Qld Inc – Vedic Yaj (Havan) –The Sabha performs Havan Yaj every Sunday from 2-4pm at Queensland Vedic Cultural Centre, 198 Learoyd Rd, Willawong and the public is welcome to be part of it. The members of public now can perform Havan Yaj at the centre. The fee of $50 is required for use of centre facilities to cover operating costs. The Havan Kund, utensils are available for use as well The Havan ingredients can be supplied if you are unable to get them. Mango sticks, Ghee, Samagri, Chamfor etc is available at the centre as well for $25. The seating capacity of the Yajshalla (Havan Hall) is 100. Contact Vice President Mrs Sushila Pathik for further information and bookings on 3314 6059. Contact Hari Chand 3345 4716 or visit www.aryasamajqueensland. com for further information. Australian Pentecostal Assembly Brisbane – Sunday Worship every Sunday 9am-11.30am at 84 The Community Place, 84 Kedron Park Road, Wooloowin Qld with Pastor Prakash Jacob. Cottage Meeting every Tuesday 7.30pm-9pm / Kids Bible Study every Friday 7pm-7.45pm / Intercessory Prayer every Friday 7.45-9pm. Worship in Hindi, English, Malayalam and other Indian Languages. For more information Phone 07 3315 5597 / 0413 347 562 or email info@ apabrisbane.com.au / www.apabrisbane.com. au Bala Samskar Kendra – Hindu Scripture Classes for Children – The aim of Bala Samskar Kendra (BSK) is to provide an opportunity to the children to learn about rich Hindu culture through value

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based education from various Hindu scriptures and let them gain self- confidence and grow up in to individuals who are proud of their tradition. Every Sunday 2:30pm-5pm at Sunnybank State High School, Sunnybank (use Turton Street entrance). Contact bskqld@live.com.au / Hari 0411 137 396 / Krrishna 0411 776 509 / Ram 0416 813 747 Brisbane Multinational Church Service – Every Sunday 9.30am at 757 Gympie Road Lawnton. Come and join us for a great time of Praise and Worship plus inspired preaching of God’s word. We thrive for the presence of God and are passionate to see people be trained up and grow in the knowledge of the word of God. Special service time to pray for healing, deliverance and other spiritual needs. Enquiries 0424 1802 40. Star Christian Church – &ORQWDUI %HDFK State School Hall. Every Sunday – Morning Service at 9.30am. Evening Service at 5pm. Come fired up and expectant! Star Church is a great, young church located on the beautiful Redcliffe Peninsula. A Pentecostal community connected with the Australian Christian Churches. We passionately want God’s presence in our lives, desire to be trained and knowledgeable in His Word, hungry for the supernatural, excelling in our service and hospitable at life. For more information visit www.starchurch.org.au

Monthly Events... Hindu Cultural Hub (HCB) at Clayfield – Monthly Cultural congregation – Bar-Jai Community Hall, 178 Alexandra Road, Clayfield Qld 4011. Pooja by Hindu Priest, Bajan and Kirtan by devotees, monthly religious updates / guest speakers on spiritual (or) yoga techniques. Prasatham with vegetarian dinner served. For more details contact 0469 016 416 or visit www. hinduculturalhub.org The John Oxley District Orchid Society – Meeting – We pride ourselves on being a friendly Society and new members and guests are always welcome at our meetings held on the second Wednesday of each month starting at 7.30pm. Venue is Oxley Bowls Club, 24-30 Englefield Road, Oxley. Please contact Sonia Addison 3277 5825 or jodos-inc@hotmail.com for more information The Gold Coast Hindu Cultural Association - Gold Coast Bhajan - monthly Bhajans held every third Friday of the month starting at 7.15am at the Helensvale Community Centre - 31 Discovery Rd, Helensvale. Activities include Bhajan recitals, short educational presentations and free vegetarian dinner. All are cordially invited to attend. For further information please contact Director/Religious Activities, Mr S Barataraj on 0417 588 839 or gchcan@gmail.com or visit www.goldcoasthindu.org Organization of Hindu Malayalees Queensland (OHM Queensland) – Monthly Bhajans held every first Saturday of Malayalam calendar. Activities include Bhajans, Malayalam Class, Library service, religious short educational presentations, vegetarian dinner etc. For further information please contact President Krishnan AK on 0418 727 570 or ohmqueensland@gmail. com Shirdi Sai Sansthan Brisbane Ltd – Shirdi Saibaba Bhajans and Aaratis – last Saturday every month. 5.30pm at Runcorn Heights State School, 200 Nemies Road, Runcorn Qld 4113. Dhoop Aarati, Bhajans, Ashtotaram, Shej Aarati and Mahaprasad at 7.40pm. For more details contact 416 813 747 or 0479 143 724 – visit www.shirdisaibrisbane.org or follow on facebook Shirdi sai baba Brisbane Mata Amritananadamayi Centre- Brisbane: Regular Satsangs are held at 32 Burnside Crescent, Westlake on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 4 pm. Spiritual chanting, singing, reading and Arati are followed by a prasad meal. Sri Lalitha Sahasranamavali chanting takes place at the Sri Selva Vinayakar Kovil at South Maclean on the 3rd Sunday of each month at 10:30 am. Register your interest for IAM Meditation courses. www.ammaaustralia. org.au; facebook: Amma Brisbane Satsang. Contact: brisbane@ammaaustralia.org.au; ph: 07 3715 8278 Sri Selva Vinayakar Koyil (Ganesha Temple) Brisbane (South Maclean) – For full list of upcoming events please visit www. sriselvavinayakar.org Yoga in Daily Life – Satsang and Full Moon Meditation – Satsang every last Saturday of the Month from 5-7pm with Rajastani Bhajans, meditation & Prasad. Purnima Full Moon Meditation from 7:45pm - 8:30pm (see our website for dates). Regular daily Yoga & Meditation Classes. Shiv Mandir is open daily for Darsan. Website: yidlbris.org, Email: brisbane@ yogaindailylife.org

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