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     

                                                                      

                                                                       

     

               

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      

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    

                                                                                                                                                                                                      

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      

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 

                                                                                                                          

                                                                                                                          

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                                                                                                                               

                                                                                                                              

      Professional advice for all type of immigration & student related enquiries Skill Assessment Change of College General Skilled Migration Tourist Visa Student Visa MRT & RRT appeals

TR or PR Visas Change of Course or Visa Subclass State Nomination Business Visa Family Visa Business Migration

Harneet Kaur Registered Migration Agent MARN 0964443 ABN: 38104954746

Ph: 07 3343 7773 Fax: 07 3349 7779 Mob: 0410 837 707 Email: harneet@immigrationhub.com.au www.immigrationhub.com.au

Add: Unit 8B, Level 1, 50 Sanders ST Upper Mount Gravatt (Opposite Garden City Westfield) 

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                               

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                                                                                                                                                                                             

                                                   

                                                 

                                              

        

Sangeet Premi Club presents a

Jagjit Singh Tribute Concert On Saturday, November 26th 2011

6.00 PM for 6.30 PM at the

Hamilton Town Hall Corner Rossiter and Racecourse Road, Hamilton, 4007 Performers: Joseph Abeyannand, Hemant Naik, Neela Nazneen, Rekha Sharma, Yousuf Alikhan Musicians: Joseph, Veer, Shekhar, Junia, Jai and Rajendra Tickets $15 Tickets contact: Yousuf 0401 006 430, Joseph 0409 008 775, Shekhar 0402 003 619, Sailesh 0410 526 094

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                                                                                                                                                                                                     

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Aarcharya Pandit Brahm Anand Tularam Upadhyaya 10/09/1929 - 4/10/11

VEDIC and Arya Samaj ke Vidwaan, Aacharya Pandit Brahm Anand Tularam Upadhyaya aged 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 4 October 2011 at Queen Elizabeth The Second Hospital in Brisbane. Pandit Brahm Anand Tularam was the son of Swargye Arya Samaj ke bidwaan Honorable Pandit J B Tularam, MLC (First elected Indian Member of the Legislative Council of Labasa, Fiji Govt), damaad of Swargye Pandit Shiu Narayan Sharma (Most revered Pandit of Vuci, Nausori, Fiji), husband of Pandita Raj Kumari Tularam, and father of Pandit Dr Gurudeo Anand Tularam; Malika Devi, Deepika Devi, Vedita Devi, Nitijyata Devi and Ambrina Devi. Pandit Tularam was born on 10 September, 1929 in Labasa Fiji. On 26th January 1956, he married his beloved wife and best friend, Mrs Raj Kumari. As noted above he had one son and five daughters from this marriage. But more importantly, twelve grandchildren. Education: He attended Vunimoli Islamiya School and

All Saints School in Labasa for his Primary School Education and attended Marist Brothers High School in Suva for his Secondary School Education. He then attended Nasinu Training College in Suva for his teaching qualification. He was one of the few teachers doing extension courses from Massey University which gained him a Scholarship to complete his Bachelors Degree, Bachelor of Arts majoring in Geography and English and continued his work on philosophy completing more advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Education. Professional Career: He first taught at Wailevu Govt School in Labasa and in fact his contributions at this school and the many others he taught at were the key to the success of all the schools he was involved in. He taught more than 30 years in Fiji in his teaching career. His success after completing his higher degrees, led to him gaining a position of Secondary School Principal of high schools such as Suva Muslim High, Rishikul High, Marist Brothers, Nanduna Arya high from 1972 till he migrated after retiring in Fiji and moving to Brisbane; Australia. Interests and Hobbies: He was a very highly learned guru and a very highly regarded teacher of

the Vedic Dharma.. He was a Vedic priest who preached and practiced himself, and followed the Vedic Dharma diligently all his life and conducted the essence and all related activities related to Vedic Prachar all over Fiji; being the first to revive this ancient function in Fiji. He taught Vedas in Nanduna Arya Secondary School in Naduna, Labasa and Bhawani Dayal Memorial School in Suva Fiji. His sermons attracted many followers of Vedas to revisit the ancient texts and knowledge. He initiated Vedic Prachar in the remote parts of Fiji which led to the formation of Naitasiri Arya Samaj, Tailevu, Fiji. He was a govt. gazetted and a very highly qualified as a Pandit of Arya Samaj in Suva and became a marriage celebrant well before many; he performed all 16 sanskaaras including many marriages and anteyesti ceremonies as well as many other religious services throughout Fiji. Emigration from Fiji to Brisbane, Australia: After his retirement in 1987, he emigrated to Brisbane Australia. He was the first Pandit of Hindu Mandir Association of Brisbane. He initiated the progress of the Vedic Prachar by formed with Vlilash and Mr Sen the first Arya Samaj Sanstha in Australia, called the Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Brisbane, developing the constitution himself; he was the first priest and his son the second president of the Sabha. The works he did for the samaj can never be forgotten by those who care for the Samaj’s progress; he also became highly recognized as a Vedic Scholar and a Vedic

Teacher in Australia and was the first Arya Marriage Celebrant in Brisbane. In Australia, and Brisbane he performed many many ceremonies, such as weddings, births, birthday celebrations, special events, including many funeral services and continued Vedic works from his first arrival to Brisbane till his passing and was about to perform a Hawan for his Grandson: Monash who turns 18 in November 2011. He also was a Govt registered teacher for NSW and QLD from 1987 to 2011 and taught in various schools for all Grades from Preschool to Grade12 as well as Special School from the time he migrated to Brisbane in 1987 till August 2011. He was able to teach all courses including maths and physics; health education and manual arts, as well as music. Achievements: He was always interested to support people to excel in life as well as in the form of education. He devoted all his time to make certain that his students learn and attain all their goals. Indeed he always followed through with his commitments; he taught those who knew and helped those who did not know as well to attain higher goals. One example is Dhirendra, a person who had very little schooling, who was inspired by Taji’s devotion to Vedic Dharma and this man spent a lot of time with Taji in Fiji just to learn the Hawan. In time with Taji’s teachings, he was able to conduct a prayer (Hawan) by himself and was able to forward his teachings onto others as well and became a very recognized and learned person of the Vedic Sanstha, the Naitisiri Arya

Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji. Another is Dick Sen. And most importantly he taught all that to his only son Pandit Dr Gurudeo Anand Tularam. He was a really a people person which brought his popularity but this slowly became less as he aged due to normal reasons. He was a man with many interests and talent from mechanics to maths. He enjoyed being involved in community services such as the Boys Scout and attended Jamborees in Fiji and New Zealand. He also loved Art and Music. He had a passion for gardening which he did till the very last moment before going to the hospital where after 2 days he passed away. He was a very practical and action oriented man, who always got things done, and he stayed on task and principal until the end; he never had any regrets in his lifetime. He could do anything and everything with his spare time. He always repaired his own car and his most recent car was the “Valiant” which he loved dearly which he jacked up fully only a week ago. His life ended exactly as he wished without any suffering whatsoever and without any body marks, abrasions or operations. He wished for a very natural death although he was advised by doctors from some 5 years ago to have a pacemaker fitted; on principle of no operations, he refused it wanting to have a natural death whenever it was to occur. Aum bhur bhua swaha tatsavitur varenyam bhargo dewasya dhimahii dhiyoyo naha prachodayaat. Aum Shaantiihii Shaantiihii Shantiihii.

Majority of unpaid family carers have no future plans for loved ones BRISBANE, Queensland, 19 October 2011: 66% of Queensland’s unpaid family carers have made no future arrangements for loved ones once they are no longer able to provide care for them. This is one of the preliminary findings from the first ever state-wide audit of unpaid family carers, undertaken by Carers Queensland and Partners for Liveable Communities. Many carers are so consumed by their day-to-day caring role that they have not even begun to start thinking about planning for accommodation and care needs. Others find the planning challenge con-

siderable and need support to manage what is a complex and multifaceted task. There are a number of reasons why many carers haven’t made these plans. Carers Queensland CEO, Ms Debra Cottrell said. “The options for carers looking for long-term accommodation and services are both limited and expensive. With caring responsibilities consuming so much of their time, planning can feel like an overwhelming task for many carers.” While this is an issue faced by all carers regardless of age, older carers may be particularly concerned.

Carers aims to enhance the options available to carers and to provide services to assist carers with future planning. Carers Queensland is currently assisting the University of Queensland with research exploring the issue of ‘futures planning’ for parental carers aged 50 years and over, looking at issues such as accommodation and care needs. The timing of the release of the audit’s preliminary findings coincides with national Carers Week 2011 (16-22 October). Carers Week aims to recognise, support and celebrate’s 2.9 million unpaid family carers. Over 50 events are

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being held throughout the State. For more information, please visit www.carersqld.asn.au About Carers Carers is the statewide peak body dedicated to improving the lives of all unpaid and family carers. Carers provides information, support and services, researches and advocates for carer’s needs to government and promotes awareness of carers within the community. There are approximately 500,000 unpaid carers in . Learn more about Carers Queensland at www.carersqld.asn.au

Police urge motorists to remain vigilant on roads DEPUTY Commissioner Ian Stewart is urging motorists to keep the road toll down in the lead-up to Christmas. Queensland’s road toll stands at 210 which is 11 more than the same time last year. “It is always a tragedy when anyone loses their lives on Queensland roads,” Deputy Commissioner Stewart said. Last year, motorists, Queensland police officers and the general community contributed to limiting the road toll to 249, which was the lowest rate of road deaths in Queensland since records have been kept. “Road safety is a huge challenge for all of us. Ongoing inter-agency and whole-ofGovernment approaches and strategies aim to lower the road toll each year,” Deputy Commissioner Stewart said. “I ask everyone to remind their families and their community of the need for safe road use, driving safe vehicles at safe speeds and to generally encourage safer behaviour to reduce the number of people killed on our roads.” Police will increase their focus on recognised road safety programs over the coming summer months, including speed detection, failing to wear seat belts and impaired driving, including drink and drug driving and driving while tired, to ensure the safety of all road users. “With only two months left until the end of year, I would like to remind everyone of the importance of reducing the road toll as each and every fatal is one too many,” Deputy Commissioner Stewart said. Call Trudi on 07 3356 0102

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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         

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                                                                                                      

                                                     

                                                    

                                                                          

                                                    

          

                                                        

       

                                             

                          

         

  

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                                                                                  

                                                                                      

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                                                 

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               

                                                                                                                                 

                                                                                                                                                                           

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Baird Review amendments take a new regulatory approach for overseas students ESOS: Consultations THE Baird review of the to build a stronger, Education Services for simpler, smarter Overseas Students Act framework for inter2000 reported in Umesh Chandra national education in February 2011 and Australia to seek stressed new and feedback on the secstrengthened regulatory approaches to protect Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reputation ond phase of its response to the Baird Review. Many questions focussed on the for quality education. The review stated: The entry requirements need to be strength- appropriate way to assess and manage risk. ened for providers wanting to enter the sec- The provisions in the Bills mark the second tor. Changes need to be made to ensure stage in the implementation of the recomproviders have the financial resources to mendations of the Baird review. operate and a sustainable business model. The government acted upon those recomThey need to have the right capacity, capa- mendations to protect the sector and to probility and intent to operate successfully. tect the students. The first step was to strengthen the regisRisk needs to be better identified at entry into the sector and a range of indicators tration criteria for international education need to be used that go to the heart of providers and to demand a re-registration of whether the provider will be able to operate providers under stronger criteria by the end of 2010, those who could not demonstrate successfully now and in the future. This assessment of risk should guide or chose not to demonstrate that education whether the provider gains entry to the sec- was their principal purpose and that they tor, and it should be used to test and scruti- had a capacity to deliver education services nise providers already through the gateway. to a satisfactory standard were removed The first stage response to the recommen- from the register. Some 1100 providers met the criteria and dations was implemented with the passage of the Education Services for Overseas around 200 providers left the sector. Around Students Legislation Amendment Bill 2010. 20% of Commonwealth register of instituProviders are now required to demonstrate tions and courses for overseas students. The CRICOS registered VET providers access to financial resources, have a sustainable business model and the capability, exited the system, and that number was governance and management structures to highest in Victoria with a quarter of all support the delivery of education of a satis- providers did not re register. The government also introduced a risk factory standard. It also extended the risk managed approach used in the management approach to the regulation of re-registration process to the ongoing mon- providers and extended the jurisdiction of itoring throughout registration. This entails the commonwealth ombudsmen to include a consistent process for assessing risk to be students of private registered providers, applied by all state authorities and a consis- importantly the government strengthened the integrity of students visas by de coutent risk related management strategy. On 7 December 2010 the Government pling skilled migration from international released the discussion paper Reforming education, the important milestone follow-

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viding greater support to providers operating across a number of locations, central to the legislation is the single agency tuition protection service to safeguard the interest of students if their service provider closes, there will be one contact point for students with one set fee for providers with great accountability, all providers who offer international education will be required to contribute in way the reflects the underlying risk of default. The government is delivering on the education and skills need of this country and has announce 3 billion dollars worth of investment on skills and training to address the shortages being experienced by the industry. The industry has been placed in the centre of the budget to target skills and training and to respond to pressures of the patchwork economy. The government understand the interrelation between vocational education and training sector, our schools sector, our university sector in the provision of high quality education and training to Australian students as well as the international offering we provide to this most valuable export industry, the overseas education services market. The international education is and will continue to be an important drover of Australian prosperity, it is an important part of Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contribution to build a world class education system.

ing the release for the Baird review on 9th of March 2010, the government agreed to begin work on consulting and implementing a number of recommendations. In April 2011 the first phase amendments of the ESOS act were enacted, this included better complaint handling through strengthening of registration requirement and introducing risk management approach to the regulation of international education, the second phase of the recommendation was put to parliament on 3rd November 2011 to addressing the remaining recommendations made by the Baird review. The centre piece for the review is the reforms to strengthen tuition protection, to ensure that students are looked after in a timely manner and effective way should their provider close, these reform comprise the introduction of the tuition protection service which will incorporate the TPS director, TPS advisory Board, Overseas students tuition fund and an online information and access service to the overseas students, it will also comprise of limiting students refunds to only the unspent proportion of the up front fees that have been paid by the individual student, further limiting the amount of prepaid fee a provider can collect at any one time to one study period in requiring non exempt providers to keep the initial prepaid fees in a special account, rather like a trust fund until the student commences his first study period and finally requiring the providers to strengthen their record keeping processes relating to students contact details and academic progress. The other main reform being introduced is national streamline registration regulation which will reduce duplication and effort as well as better target regulatory resources to improve monitoring and enforcement, pro-

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                                                                    

                                                                    

                                                                                                                                

                           

                                                                                                                   

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                                                                                                                                                        

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                                            All are invited to attend and take part in this            Maha yagna.        The Yag i s bei ng or gani s ed i n many par t s of t he wor l d t o pr ay f or  peace and      har mony i n t he uni ver s e.    When: 20 November 2011 commencing 6 a.m. finishing 6 pm   Where: Aviation High (Formerly Hendra Secondary) Widdop St         Clayfield Brisbane               Conducted by : Shri Shiva Chariyar Sada Shiva of Canada          All Bhajan madalis & Devotional groups are invited , food and   refreshments provided. Donations, volunteers and all help welcome.  Continuous Bhajans will be sung through out the day.   Further information Contact: Ravendra 0412127940 Peter 0403433379 ;  Gopal 0412442698 Vikesh 0431802412    

                                                                                                                                                     

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                                                                                 

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                                                                                               

                                                                                                

                                                  

                                                                 

                                                                                                                                                                             

                                                                                                                                                                

                                                                                                                                                              

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

                                                                                                                                                                                                        

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                                                                                                                            

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â&#x20AC;˘ Suresh Raniga celebrated his 70th birthday at Brookwater Golf Club on 6 November. The surprise party, organised by his family, was attended by many close friends and family. (From left) Maha Sinnathamby chats to Mr & Mrs Suresh Raniga. â&#x20AC;˘ The delightful and very talented Kathak group as the main act at the FICQ Diwali Celebration on 14 October at King George Square â&#x20AC;˘ Left: Ashutosh Saroch !USTRALIAN )NDIAN )DOL &INALIST FROM "RISBANE "ABAS "AND ENTERTAINING THE CROWD

â&#x20AC;˘ Griffith University students performing lively Garba in full traditional costumes 20 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; THE BRISBANE INDIAN TIMES, November, 2011

â&#x20AC;˘ Lively bhangra performance by Sher-e Punjab group at the Hindu Society of Queenslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diwali Celebration on the 15th October at RNA Auditorium. www.indiantimes.com.au

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                        

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        

                                                 

                                     

  

   

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                                                                                                                                     It is difficult to find a description            Dharma repeatedly of       sing                                                                                                 He is responsible for the                                                             There is no need  for        The Supreme entity      manifests                                            

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

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                                                                                                                                                      

                c b      t p         H                                         m                                                                                                          t e c                                     b g y                                                  

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                                                                                                                                                                       

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                                                                                                                                                   

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                                                                                                                                                                                                               

                                                                                                                         

                                                                                           

                                                                                                                

                                       

                                                                                              

                                                                                                 

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

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Real Estate News Protecting and identifying your property ENGRAVING or marking your property leaves no doubt as to its ownership. Not only does it deter others from taking your property because of the difficulties involved in “off-loading” identifiable property but it also helps police to recover and return items which may have been stolen “A detailed inventory should be kept of all your property,” Neighbourhood Watch state coordinator Sergeant Steve Batterham said.

“Record serial numbers, makes and models, and when your inventory is complete, keep the list in a safe place. Having a personal inventory helps police recover stolen items.” Items most often stolen which should be included in a personal inventory include: Inside and outside the home • Televisions Firearms • Video and DVD equipment Clocks

• Binoculars Power tools • Radios and stereos Lawn mowers

• Microwaves Trailers • Cameras Chainsaws • Kitchen appliances Garden tools • Clothing Bicycles • Furniture Welders • Sporting goods Rotary hoes and slashers • Musical equipment Tool boxes • Computer equipment In the car • Radios and CD players • Two-way radios

• Speakers • Mag wheels • Tools and tool boxes • Batteries Free engravers are available for loan from your local police station or Neighbourhood Watch area coordinator. Always seek operating advice before using the engraver as some items are not suitable for marking by electric engraver. For more information go to www.nhwq.com.au

Interest rate cut overdue THE decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia to cut the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.5 per cent on November 1 was long overdue, according to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ). The September quarter inflation figures shows that inflation is well and truly contained at 2.3 per cent and was quite possibly benign from earlier this year if temporary upward spikes, such as from this year’s natural disasters, had been removed. “Anyone working within the property industry in Queensland knew months ago that our economy was far from running away from us, which was contrary to the Reserve Bank’s assessment at the time,” REIQ chairman Pamela Bennett said. “In Queensland especially, the last year has been a struggle and not only because of the floods and Cyclone Yasi. There continues to be an over-arching mood of uncertainty amongst consumers and business owners, even though our State

has been the recipient of billions of dollars of mining investment.” "The property market remains sluggish at best with demand at levels not seen for many years, Ms Bennett said, and even the opportunity of $10,000 from the State Government to build or buy a new home was not enticing buyers out of the woodwork. “The removal of the principal place of residential concession on stamp duty from 1 August also greatly impacted the residential market in historically retracted conditions,” she said. “There is no question that this interest rate cut must be passed on in full by lenders given one year ago today they were the ones who all but doubled the Reserve’s last upward adjustment. That move no doubt caused unnecessary stress to some home and business owners so it is only fair that they now unwind this undue financial pressure.” REIQ

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                                                                                                                                                                                                   

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                                     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                      

    

   

  

         

  



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   

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      

  

     

      

  

  

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      

 

      

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Astrology Aries “The Ram” “The Go-Getter” March 21 - April 20 You could be planning a journey for love or you may be looking at offers from people and places abroad. On or near the 23rd, excitement is in the air, however, you will need to be cautious. Look carefully at the small print and watch for hidden agendas. Taurus “The Bull” “The Builder” April 21 - May 22 The full moon of the 10th helps you find closure and completion. A relationship could be in the frame, whether you are making a big commitment or terminating a long-term contract. Either way, with Jupiter on side, your life is on the up and up. Gemini “The Twins” “The Magician” May 23 - June 21 Events of five months ago could be the reason this November is one for the memory books. Endeavours begun in June reveal their true potential and what happens on or around the 24th may change the map. Relax, when you’re making waves, you kick up a lot of spray. Cancer “The Crab” “The Caterer” June 22 - July 22 You look to be quite the social butterfly this month, and a family celebration may be in order. Your creative talents could be in demand too and a project started on or near the 22nd should go from strength to strength. Try not to overdo it though, you’re not invincible. Leo “The Lion” “The Boss” July 23 August 22 Getting the right price and being treated as you deserve

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are major themes for November. You may have to fight for your rights but by standing your ground you’ll be a winner. The 16th and 23rd are days of action and achievement in a month of great opportunities.

spirit, the better. From the 22nd you’ll be in demand, and the solar eclipse of the 25th augurs a major celebration before Christmas.

Virgo “The Virgin” “The Accountant” August 23 - Sept 22 As soon as Mars enters your sign (11th) you’re on red alert! You’ve waited long enough for other people to get their acts together so now it’s up to you. Use the element of surprise to achieve your goals, whether your objective is financial or rather more romantic.

Capricorn “The Goat” “The Mayor” Dec 23 - January 30 You won’t be able to blame your stars for any disappointments. These are some of the best influences of 2011. Personal and professional endeavours get the thumbs up and it seems your hopes in someone were justified. Give a relationship a breathing space late in the month.

Libra “The Scales”“The Councellor” September 23 - October 22 When life lacks balance you are not a happy camper and it seems something is out of whack – very possibly finance. Use the full moon (18th) to face facts and figures and end unproductive practices. Around the 22nd an unexpected development could have you in a spin.

Aquarius “The Water Bearer” “The Innovator” Jan 21 - Feb 19 If you’re making plans for Christmas, get your bookings and your posting done early. Mercury turns retrograde on the 24th, after which delays and reroutings will be par for the course. Near the weekend of the 19th not everything is quite as it seems.

Scorpio “The Hydra” “The Psycho Analyst” Oct 23 Nov 21 Get your sums right now and you could be in clover for a long time to come. Whether you’re in the property game, negotiating salary structures or simply getting back in balance, there are serious gains to be made. And your love life is not looking too bad, either.

Pisces “The Fish” “The Social Worker” Feb 20 - March 20 Fate takes a hand in your affairs, settling an issue once and for all. And people and places at a distance could be part of the equation. Mars enters the relationship zone on the 11th adding some spice to life and reminding you that members of the opposite sex have their uses.

Sagittarius “The Archer” “The Teacher” Nov 22 - Dec 22 Practice and preparation make perfect. Avoid packing your diary with commitments. The more time you devote to the health of mind, body and

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THE BRISBANE INDIAN TIMES, November, 2011 - 35

Bollywood & Entertainment                                                                            

                                                       

                                                                                                                                               

                                                           

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

                                                                                                                                       

                                                                                

                                                                                            

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                                                                            

                                                                       

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                                                        

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Bollywood & Entertainment                                                                                              

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                                                                                                           

   

                                                                                                                                                

                                                                                           

 

                                                                                    

                                                                                           

                                                                                                                

                                                                                           

                                                                                                 

                                                                                    

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                                                                                                                      

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                                                                                                                 

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                                                                                                                                                                                             

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Sports News Meet the Captains of the Indian and Sri Lankan Cricket teams.

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The Commonwealth Bank is giving one lucky customer the opportunity to win a Meet and Greet session with the Captains of the Indian & Sri Lankan cricket teams at the Commonwealth Bank Series One Day International in Brisbane on the 21st February 2012. The prize also includes two (2) Gold reserved seating tickets and a Commonwealth Bank Merchandising Pack. To enter enter,, simply complete an International Money Transfer in a foreign currency at selected Commonwealth Bank branches in South East

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(currency conversion required). The winner will be the first eligible transaction drawn on Wednesday 1st February 2012 at 12 noon. Talk to the branch staff for more prize details and terms and conditions.

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