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Sanskrit School 50 Sydney Annnual Bhagavadh Gita Competion
Commission of India, Canberra 14 High Celebration of India’s Independence Day 2019
Festival (2019) 46 SAFAL is Getting Bigger and Better
Independence Day 15 India’s Celebration by India Australia Association of Canberra
time to… 53 It’s Stop Making Molehills Into Mountains
16 IWiN presents its Final CIAP Workshop
Farewell Lunch to honour 18 HE Dr A M Gondane, outgoing High Commissioner of India to Australia: a GOPIO
tastes the flavours 17 Canberra of World Curry Festival - a Canberra India Council event
Canberra, SAFACT and IAAC event
32 Barriers 06 Breaking Inspiring Business Women of Indian Origin
Foods to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
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Help Us 30 Please Find A Cure And Solve This Cruel Mystery GOPIO 13 Canberra celebrates TEEJ
2019 IABCA Finalists 10 Honoured at Annual Stars Event
new strategy 51 Australia’s in navigating the ‘India economic challenge’
12 CIBG Cyber Security Networking Session
26 Ganeshotsava attracts thousands of devotees this year
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Editor-in-chief Arti Banga
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Hello Everyone, Desi Australia magazine’s cover page and Health story highlights the awareness of lupus, a cruel mysterious disease. Lupus is a chronic condition that results from a malfunctioning immune system. There are different types of lupus. The most common type is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Symptoms can vary and may include: skin rashes, joint and muscle pain and fatigue. Lupus (SLE) can affect the joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart and lungs. Survey data shows that 1 in 700 Australians suffer from lupus. It is the most under diagnosed and under funded disease. Around 5 million people worldwide have lupus and it can strike anyone at any time. Lupus month aims to raise awareness and highlight the life-altering effects of lupus. Indian-Australians celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi festival in Sydney along with worldwide Hindu community. Youth and culturally diverse people participated with great enthusiasm in various events. Major events were held in Liverpool, Helensburgh, Westmead and Minto temples and cultural activities followed by visarjan (immersion) of Ganesh idols. As per Newland Global group, a corporate advisory firm, Australia’s recently released report on its economic strategy for India recommending that India should be put in its top three export markets and be made the third largest destination in Asia for the country’s outward investment. Though there are many challenges, the future must be woven around the three pillars, which are economic relationship, geostrategic congruence and people to people ties.
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Editor-in-Chief This month we are bidding farewell to HE Dr. A.M. Gondane, High Commissioner of India in Australia and his wife Mrs. Versha Gondane. Dr. Gondane has successfully completed his three years term in Australia and played a key role in promoting bilateral relations between India and Australia. Desi Australia wish Dr. Gondane and his family all the best for his future endeavours. Our Editors from across the major cities of Australia have gathered the community news for you. We hope you enjoy reading this edition as we keep you connected.
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Breaking Barriers Inspiring Business Women of Indian Origin husband and a best friend. Here is her inspiring story-
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omen from all around the globe are overcoming barriers by taking major roles in various successful businesses. They have come a long way from being just a homemaker to business, inventions and leading new ideas. They are making their valuable contribution in the field of education, law, investing, real estate, travel, retail, fitness, hospitality etc. They have an equal and balanced approach towards their career and family. Thinking forward, staying positive, working hard and keeping a balance in day-to-day chores are the key attributes of their personalities. Let’s meet some successful business entrepreneurs of Indian origin and ask them their secret of success. Kala Philip- General Manager – BSI Learning Institute PTY LTD Meet Kala, she is an aspiring leader, who gives 100% time to each and everything in her life. She is a passionate educator who has been working in the learning & development industry for the last 20 years. She is a mum of two, loves food and travel, always look forward to meeting new people. Kala calls herself ‘an extrovert’ who draws inspiration from the world. She believes in keeping things simple and not over commit or cluttering her life. Her inspiration came from her
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‘I joined this learning and Development Company in 2013 as a senior consultant and slowly grew into my current role as General Manager. Last year I became a partner & director, as a result own a portion of the company with some inspirational business owners that have mentored and coached me to be what I am today. What the company does is life changing for people from all walks of life – be it finding a job, getting a promotion or returning back to normal life after serving a prison sentence. I found my passion and more importantly my purpose in this company, my personal values aligned with the company’s vision and I decided this was it – my IKIGAI [Japanese word for “a reason for being”] Professionally – I have always followed the life and career of Indra Nooyi – Former Chairman and CEO of PepsiCo and current chairman of the ICC and recently joined the board of directors at Amazon. Upon her exit, she wrote a letter in which she shared five parting lessons with her employees are very inspiring- 1. Always have a clear, compelling vision for what you want to accomplish. 2. Focus on the short-term and the long-term. 3. Bring people along with you.4. Be good listeners. 5. Be lifelong students. Her motto has always inspired me – ‘We must be lifelong students to succeed’ is a great reminder that life is about continuous learning regardless of what job, title, position or industry we are in.’ Kala’s Mantra for success ‘There are Leadership Traits that natural-
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ly come to women – qualities like Social Networking, Empathy, Being Expressive, ability to Multitask, Subtleness, Emotional Intelligence, etc., The recent leadership trend towards empowerment and collaboration – these are traits naturally associated with women – as a result leadership is increasingly seen as a domain more suited to women. According to me ‘Teamwork and authentic communication as a key to success.’ Greatest obstacle you faced and how did you overcome it? My greatest obstacle was to have the confidence to take risks. But I learned a way to try new things in a psychologically safe environment. Taking little steps, having conversations with other successful women and men, getting advice from a coach, checking progress every time and not worrying about gender as an obstacle in the process. In my opinion the skills of men and women complement each other. Your advice to the other aspiring women My advice for anyone who wants to build, grow and challenge themselves without having a glass ceiling: *Get your pathway for upskilling – not just a degree or qualification but soft skills, confidence building and influencing skills. Business & leadership is about influence. *Join networks that give you inspiration and keep you motivated to pursue your goals. 4Keep a good circle of friends who have similar aspirations like you and think like you, they are your best critics and advisors. 4Get a coach later on in your career, an independent one that will be honest
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the Brush Farm House. Mittu’s inspiration came from her parents, who are solicitors themselves and have also been High Court Judges and Attorney General of the State in India. She shared her story with us‘I started my business in 2013, when my previous work colleague/boss, Mr Harry Freedman and I moved out from the previous firm that we were working in, and began the new practice in the name of Freedman & Gopalan Solicitors. To work with our mottos being; ‘People over profit. To have a better working environment where staff are treated respectfully’. Mittu’s Mantra for success In my opinion mantra of success is dreaming big. We need to wake up and chase your dreams, chase it until you achieve it and do not let anyone stop you. When you fall, which you will; get back up with more might and keep chasing your dreams. Dream big and aim to leave your signature on this earth for “this life is truly extra special.”
and your hardest critic. They help you work on improving and focussing on your strengths. *Marriage, kids, housework – is always a part of your life, but it shouldn’t limit you from following your passion or chasing your team. There is always a way to work around it. When you are in disposable, the world works around you! Good luck with it all. Mittu Gopalan – Principal Freedman &
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Gopalan Solicitors Meet Mittu Gopalan, she has been practicing successfully as a solicitor for the past twenty one years in Sydney, New South Wales. Mittu graduated from the University of Sydney and have always worked as a Solicitor on a full time basis. Mittu has two children and a loving husband. She loves cooking and keeps her house in perfect condition. Last year she had a solo exhibition of her art work at
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Having to deal with colleagues and bosses whose principles and values are against your virtues. Having the strength and courage to stand up and face them head on and to ensure that truth and justice prevails on your client’s behalf was a great obstacle that I had to face, considering the age and the corporate world that I am in. The manner in which I overcame it was by; 1. Taking just one day at a time; 2. Telling myself that God has a plan and He will get me there and to work through the obstacles one day, one hour and one step at a time. 3. By surrounding myself with great mentors positive friends and peers who will lift you up are always there to support you. 4. By giving each day 110% and having family and friends reassuring that it will all work out well.’ Greatest obstacle you faced and how did you overcome it? Having to deal with colleagues and bosses whose principles and values are against your virtues. Having the strength and courage to stand up and face them head on and to ensure that truth and justice prevails on your client’s behalf was a
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up for what you believe is right and to act on behalf of your client, and to stand by the ethical morals I had undertaken, it was a nerve-racking experience. But with strength, courage and determination, I was able to overcome it. Your advice to the other aspiring women. Mittu’s advice to young, aspiring business women is ‘Never give up. Work hard, dream big and be prepared to reap the success.’ and determination you are sure to achieve success, but there is no shortcut to hard work.
great obstacle that I had to face, considering the age and the corporate world that I am in. The manner in which I overcame it was by; a. Taking just one day at a time; b. Telling myself that God has a plan and He will get me there and to work through the obstacles one day, one hour and one step at a time. C. By surrounding myself with great mentors positive friends and peers who will lift you up are always there to support you. d. By giving each
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day 110% and having family and friends reassuring that it will all work out well. Having discovered that my senior partner had embezzled my clients’ money, and the matter being brought up by the Law Society of NSW, I had to appear in the Supreme Court of NSW in order to be cross examined and outline my position. Apart from the fact that it was very daunting to be a whistle-blower and stand
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Ruma Mundi – Director Principal First National North West Ruma is an award winning licensed real estate agent in North Western area for the past 15 years. Ruma is known by her fine negotiation skills, absolute integrity and professionalism. Ruma was born and raised in India. Her Dad was in the Indian Military and Mum was a schoolteacher. After completing Bachelor’s in Commerce and MBA from New Delhi, she migrated to Sydney in 1998 with $1500 (for a return ticket to India), big dreams, lots of energy, enthusiasm and confidence. Ruma shared her journey with me, ‘I started working for Telstra. I did not see myself in that role for long. Being a people person, I was looking at a career where I don’t have to be at a desk all day. I got my opportunity in a real estate career with a property development and construction firm in 2002. I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it. I also completed the Real Estate License course whilst working there and started working in Residential Sales in the North West of Sydney with Century 21 Real Estate. I started my own business in 2005, only four months after my daughter’s birth. The owner of the business where I worked offered me a chance to buy the business. It was a very hard decision with the baby in tow, but my family encouraged me to take on this opportunity and I took over the business from my boss. I had 90% confidence and 10% knowledge of real estate and running a business. In 2012, we opened our 2nd office. In 2016, I changed my brand to First National after 12 years with Century 21.’
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Ruma’s Mantra of a Success Based on her personal experience and journey of running a successful business, Ruma has identified following basic attributes or traits as Mantra of success: ‘As women juggling family and business is a massive challenge. So the key is having *Good Time Management and getting the best out of your 24 hours that we all have. * Second important thing is Delegating and Outsourcing -As a Businesswoman, we must know where to invest our time to have the desirable results. I have always delegated nondollar productive activities to make the best use of my time. *Thirdly Learning and Development - I have always been a big believer that you only grow through learning and I invest heavily in training. *Decision Making -I have always been an action person and some decisions have not gone so well. But I have learnt from them and I am not shy of making decisions. *Accountability is another important attribute, a business woman should have. *Taking care of self and keeping ourselves physically and mentally healthy is also important to run a business successfully. And finally *staying away from negativity and focussing on positively keeps you energetic and charged. Greatest obstacle you faced and how did you overcome it? In my opinion the most challenging time for a working woman is motherhood. Motherhood is the greatest inspiration as well as it sometimes becomes the greatest obstacle. The challenge to give your children and your career the very best at the same time. I had a challenging time leaving my 3-weekold baby at home after a C-section as I had to get back to Business due to unplanned and surprise shortage of staff. I managed by calling in my Mum to help, I hired a live-in nanny and the baby was ok. I carried the guilt for a long time which has been my biggest challenge. My girls now are 14 and 9, they are now super proud of me. My greatest obstacle in Business though has been a partnership that didn’t go as per plan and I was locked out of my business. My income was switched off and my resources restricted. I had to file court
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proceedings to regain control of my business which led to an 18-month legal battle. During this adverse time, I continued to work, maintained my market share, improved online profiling, juggled my family commitments and stayed healthy. I overcame it with courage, resilience, immense amount of mental strength and positivity. I managed to regain my business, started a new business in new premises, employed new team members
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and am now back on track. Your advice to the other aspiring women My advice to young woman is believe in yourselves. Knock backs happen but what matters is ‘how quickly we stand back up.’ Also be responsible and accountable for your decisions and actions. Exercise and mindfulness are essential to manage stress and to ensure long term wholesome success in our businesses.
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Mag Corner
2019 IABCA Finalists
Honoured at Annual Stars Event
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n Friday 16th August 2019, finalists for the sixth annual India Australia Business & Community Awards supported by Trade & Investment Queensland were honoured at the IABCA Stars event in Sydney. The IABCA Stars welcomed more than 500 CALD communities to the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences.
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the nation including; The IABCA Stars Event, whilst primarily serves as a vehicle to celebrate the finalists, also acknowledges the contributions of sponsors, panelists, board members, ambassadors, and key bilateral leaders to what is now a nationally recognised platform of bilateral significance. IABCA was pleased to host more than 25 key leaders from all across
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Julian Leeser MP, Federal Member for Berowra representing the Hon. Scott Morrison MP, Prime Minister of Australia. Hon Dr. Craig Emerson MP, Australian Economist & Former Politician Manish Gupta, Consulate General of India in Sydney and Mrs. Nimeesha Gupta
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stories of business excellence and community spirit across the two nations. Winners will be announced at the sixth annual IABCA Gala on Friday 11 October 2019 at Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane. To secure your ticket to IABCA’s pinnacle event, please click here: https://www.outix.net/tickets/event/ iabca2019
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200 items of historical significance. Deliberated by an independent judging panel of industry experts, finalists were recognised for their contributions to the India-Australia relationship through fields and sectors such as research, business, export, sport, innovation, and community service. In a campaign that received more than 300 entries across a six-week period, IABCA celebrates the Australia India relationship and share
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The Hon. John Sidoti MP, Minister for Sport, Multiculturalism, Seniors and Veterans representing The Hon. Gladys Berejiklian MP, Premier of New South Wales. Complimenting the formalities, the IABCA Stars also incorporated several key engagement opportunities showcasing culture from both India and Australia, whilst MAAS Museum itself offered a wealth of engagement through the 50th Anniversary Apollo Exhibition which is currently featuring more than
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Community News | Canberra
CIBG Cyber security networking session
The importance of Cyber Security - CIBG and ACPS Business Networking Event
By: Rajni Ghai Malhotra
The keynote address by Ms Shubamangala Sunil (anti cyber-terrorism expert), Asia from ACPS, provided a detailed overview of the emerging cyber security and privacy risks for Download Our App
small to medium sized organisations and tips on addressing them effectively within their cost pressures. During the session Ms Shubha highlighted the effective role ACPS plays in helping skilled resources find career opportunities in SEPTEMBER I 2019
cyber security and also touched on the topic of ‘women in cyber security’. It was an insightful evening ending with a Q&A session with the audience. www.DesiAustralia.com
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anberra India Business Group (CIBG), a representative organisation and advisory group of Canberra based business owners and Australian Centre for Professional Studies (ACPS), a Canberra based firm providing quality training to graduates and professionals in various domains to advance their career with international competence, jointly organised a business networking event on Cyber Security on 20th august 2019 at the ACPS workspace in Gunghalin, Canberra. The event was organised with the aim of providing CIBG members a better understanding of various cyber security and privacy challenges and concerns.
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GOPIO Canberra celebrates TEEJ en, GOPIO opened the doors to men and children making it a family friendly event. Mrs Nishi Puri, President GOPIO Canberra emphasised that Teejwas a perfect opportunity to celebrate women empowerment.
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OPIO Canberra celebrated Teej– a celebration of womanhood, on 3 August at Theo Notarus Multicultural Centre. While Teej is a festivalof women, for wom-
Guests for the evening included Mr David Smith MP, Mr Deepak Raj Gupta MLA, Ms Nicole Lawder MLA, Mr Krishna Nadimpalli OAM, Ms Elizabeth Kikkert MLA, Counsellor Mr Ajay Srivastava and friends from the Chinese, Nepalese, Middle Eastern, Columbian and African communities. The event was marked by a variety of mul-
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ticultural performances showcasing musical talent, dancing, African drumming and an engaging Bollywood themed quiz for the audience. The night ended with a sumptuous dinner.
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Community News | Canberra
High Commission of India, Canberra Celebration of India’s Independence Day 2019
By: Rajni Ghai Malhotra
Dinner Reception at Albert Hall. Celebration of the Independence Day ended
with a dinner reception hosted by the High Commission at the iconic Albert Hall. The reception was attended by more than 250 guests including the ACT Chief Minister Hon Andrew Barr, Federal Parliamentarians, MLAs of ACT Assembly, Chief of Protocol (DFAT), senior officials from Department of Foreign Affairs and other departments of Australian Government, members of the Diplomatic Corps and prominent members of Indian diaspora in Canberra. In his address, HE Dr A.M. Gondane traced the progress of modern India since Independence and the significant milestones achieved in every sphere of endeavour including the recent historic launch of lunar orbiter/lander Chandrayan 2 and highlighted the ascent of Indian economy. Dr. Gondane also touched upon the decision taken recently by the Indian Government to ensure good governance, social justice and also promote economic development in the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. On the bilateral relations with Australia, Dr. Gondane stressed on the need to build on the excellent foundation to help realise the vast untapped potential across
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all areas. Mr. Andrew Barr, Chief Minister of ACT and Senator Malcolm Roberts (Queensland) also addressed the gathering and shared their views on Australia India relations and the contribution of Indian diaspora in Australia. The reception also showcased two special stalls to promote the “Make in India” and “Digital India” initiatives of Government of India detailing the measures involved in transforming India into a Global Design & Manufacturing Hub and a digitally empowered knowledge based economy. www.DesiAustralia.com
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Flag Hoisting at India House: The 72nd anniversary of India’s Independence was celebrated at India House, Canberra with a flag-hoisting ceremony on the morning of 15 August 2019. The President’s Address to the Nation on the eve of the Independence Day was read out by the High Commissioner HE Dr. A. M. Gondane. More than 100 guests including members of the Indian community and friends of India attended the flag hoisting ceremony.
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India’s Independence Day Celebration by India Australia Association of Canberra
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ike every year, India Australia Association of Canberra celebrated the 72nd Independence Day of India with a grand mix of entertainment for all and an underlying theme of World Peace.
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Special guests at the event included Minister for Multicultural Affairs Mr Chris Steel, Leader of the Opposition Mr Alistair Coe, Deputy High Commissioner of India Mr Karthigeyan, Counsellor Mr Ajay Srivastava, MLA Mr Deepak Raj Gupta and Dr Krishna
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The event started with a call to observe a two-minute silence for the flood victims of
Maharasthra followed by the national anthems of both India and Australia. Mr Sandipan Mitra, President IAAC invited special guests to share in the traditional lamp lighting ceremony. The entertainment for the evening comprised of multicultural performances by children and adults, patriotic music, bollywood fusion, African drumming, bhangra and a lucky draw. The audience was able to participate in a quiz on Mahatma Gandhi and Guru Nanak Dev ji courtesy the High Commission of India.
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IWiN presents its Final CIAP Workshop
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nitiatives for Women in Need (IWiN) recently presented its third, activity based, half day longinteractive workshop for the Canberra Community. This was the final in a series of three workshops to develop a collective impact action plan (CIAP) for improving economic wellbeing of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) women in the ACT. A first of its kind social change initiative for the ACT, this CIAP is designed to bring together organisations from all over the ACT and beyond, in an effort to support diverse women, particularly low skilled women above 55yrs of age and new migrants with language, legal and cultural barriers. There were four inspiring speakers and a large group of attendees at the workshop, representing different multicultural communities, businesses, academics and nongovernment agencies. The workshop aimed at identifying commitments of the participants to support actions for creating economic security for CALD women at both Download Our App
individual and community level. IWiN outlined its own organisational commitments for implementing the CIAP by introducing its next project, Her Kitchen Table (or, HKT), funded by a Commonwealth Grant. HKT project is designed to create a group of catering service and household care service providers through provisions of free certified trainings, client base and necessary infrastructure for small businesses. As a part of this HKT project, IWiN employed four women from different multicultural communities to cater for ethnic home-made food from Indian, Lebanese and Samoan cuisine, for the workshop. IWiN has partnered with various organisations to deliver the HKT project, which are: the Social Outcomes Lab, Mill House Clinic, JCE Positive Outcomes and Multicultural Hub. SEPTEMBER I 2019
Dr Madhumita Iyengar, Chair IWiN, talking about IWiN commitments to its CIAP, says “IWiN is very excited to design and deliver the HKT project in 2020 which is currently in its development and partner consultation stage. HKT will be a 3 months long pilot project creating jobs for about 20 disadvantaged ACT women using their traditional skills such as; cooking ethnic food, sewing/mending cloths, arts and crafts, home care services, traditional skin and hair care services etc. I believe that HKT will be an example social enterprise by showing the way to economic security for women who are either low skilled or ageing or disabled or any combinations of these attributes. It will build a supportive social network for these women to be self-independent and to escape abusive relationships, when required.� www.DesiAustralia.com
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Canberra tastes the flavours of World Curry Festival - a Canberra India Council event
By: Rajni Ghai Malhotra
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he 5th World Curry Festival (WCF) brought its customary flavourful vibe and a much needed distraction from the extended Canberra winter
on the last weekend of August at City Walk, Canberra. The Festival, held by Canberra India Council (CIC) under the leadership of Mr Lucky Prasad, President CIC and able guidance of Mr Deepak Raj Gupta MLA, former president and now patron CIC, was supported by the ACT Government through the City Renewal Authority’s City Grants program.
and pulsating dance performances and activities. The highlight of the festival continued to be the Chilli-Eating Competition, attracting numerous entrants from various cultural backgrounds. It is estimated that around 8-10 thousand people visited the fair during the two days, savouring both, the flavours of curries and breath-taking performances from across the world. Download Our App
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Each year, the WCF provides an opportunity to the diverse multicultural community of Canberra to showcase their cultures, languages and faiths through food, craft/produce, music
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Farewell Lunch to honour HE Dr A M Gondane, outgoing High Commissioner of India to Australia: a GOPIO Canberra, SAFACT and IAAC event IAAC, acknowledging his warm, friendly and helpful approach towards the community and any matter that came to his attention.
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OPIO Canberra, newly founded South Asian Federation ACT - SAFACT and India Australia Association of Canberra - IAAC came together to bid farewell to the High Commissioner of India to Australia HE. Dr A M Gondane and his wife Mrs Varsha Gondane as he approaches the end of his tenure in Australia. Dr Gondane has spent nearly three years in Australia playing an important role in promoting bilateral relations between India and Australia.
The speeches were followed by a mehfil style entertainment including renditions of musical masterpieces and sher-aur-shayari. The musical performances by Mrs Nishi Puri, Mr Hari Iyengar, Mrs and Mr Joshi, Mrs Manju Bhardwaj and Dr Khushbir Johar ranged from popular ghazals to peppy Bollywood music, taking a slightly sombre tone with a special rendition of Rabindra Sangeet by Dr Madhumita Iyengar, Chair IWiN. Some of the guests including Mr Prasad Tipirneni,
Mr Joe Bailey and Mr Jacob Vadakkedathu also shared farewell messages. The afternoon ended on a lighter note with a few witty poems shared by Mr Haseeb Khan. The event was skilfully and poetically weaved by MC for the afternoon, Ms Rajni Ghai Malhotra. In his inspiring speech, Dr Gondane, while expressing gratitude for the love and affection he has received from the Indian community in Canberra and across Australia, left the guests with words to ponder, highlighting the great strides that the diaspora has made over the years and would continue to make in the future.
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Community News | Melbourne
4th Independence Cup Badminton Tournament
doubles teams.The players were from all over Melbourne. Results of the tournament 4Junior Winners up-Nikhil Gulyani & Tony Thomas Runners up - Simran & Mehak 4Men’s doubles Winners up- Jinu & Jaison Runners up - Tejinder & Rohit 4 Mix doubles Winners up -Thomas & Krystal Runners up - Amarjot & Mehak 4Kind Sponser’s were 4RLC 24 Nutrition for energy drinks 4Olive club for lunch. 4ALH loans for evening snacks. The tournament was successful with the hard and tirelessly work done by Aloke Kumar,Paramdeep Chhabra,Akash Kumar,Dr Sharif,Anshu Gulyani,Tejinder Chhabra,Sameer,Manan Chawla Nick ,Chandan Chawla,Avinash,SatinderChawla and all Champs.
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n the eve of 73rd Independence “Landmark Community Sports Club “affiliated to Badminton Victoria and “South Asian Public Affairs Council “organised 4th Independence Cup Badmin-
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Other dignitaries from different cultures were also there to witness the matches. ton Tournament. Hon Ross Spence MP graced the opening ceremony and Hon Kaushaliya Vaghela MP graced the Prize distribution ceremony.26 men’s doubles teams, 14 junior doubles teams and 7 mixed
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At last LCSC & SAPAC Team spread the message to all champs be ready for the next 5th Independence Cup Badminton 2020 to participate with more zeal and sportsmanship
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The Indian Bazaar T
he Indian Bazaar is coming to Fed Square with the biggest Diwali and Karwa Chauth Shopping Extravaganza in the heart of Melbourne on Saturday 12th October from 11am to 9pm!
Over 30 stalls of top of the range designer dresses, jewellery, home decor, gift hampers, Diwali decorations and
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much more.
Food trucks with all your favourite street food including pani puri, chole bhature, butter chicken, vada pav, pav bhaji, masala chai and of course faloodas and ice cream. Dance to the tunes of Bollywood music, get henna tattoos for Karwach-
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auth and face painting for kids. Watch magnificent dance performances and build up your make up skills! An entire Saturday packed with shopping, fun, food and entertainment for the whole family. So, come on down and have an amazing time at The Indian Bazaar on Sat 12th Oct at Fed Square Atrium from 11am to 9pm! Free Entry!
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Community News | Adelaide
Tearful send-off to
Ravneet Kaur Monica Sharma
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ut to buy grocery, to feed her family including two sons, little did Ravneet know, she will never reach home with the goodies the morning of August 29. 31-year-old Ravneet Kaur had come to Adelaide about ten years ago from India and worked hard to achieve her goals. She studied nursing and was living her dream, with her husband and two sons, when tragedy struck the family after she was killed in a car accident. Ravneet had picked up grocery from the store and was wheeling the trolley towards her car in Prospect shopping center when she was hit by the car, driven by an 82-yearold. She was admitted at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in a serious condition on August 29. She succumbed to her injuries on September 1. Tearful adieu was given to Ravneet Kaur by her family, friends, and colleagues. She is survived by her husband, and two sons, aged 7 and 1. Overseas trip of Ravneet’s mother and brother Harmeet Singh ended into a life-long ordeal with the passing away of Ravneet. Tears filled up the eyes of well-wishers when Ravneet’s mother, visiting her daughter in Adelaide, read out an emotional
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speech in ‘English’ to bid goodbye to her daughter. The Punjabi speaking mother, Bhupinder Kaur with choking voice and tears rolling down her cheeks said “My daughter, you always insisted that I should speak in English with your friends. I could never do that when you were around. Here I stand and address the gathering in English to fulfil your wish.” She shared fond memories of her daughter and thanked the community for being with them in this hour of sorrow. Ravneet’s husband Bhupinder Singh had never imagined life without his wife and
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has not been able to come to terms with the loss till date. Relatives, friends, and colleagues remember Ravneet as a strong woman who was good at maintaining a work-life balance. A friend of Ravneet attending the funeral said, “This was the time when she was almost settled in life, to bear the fruits of her decade long hard work. But destiny had something else in store.” Ravneet’s funeral services were held on September 10 at Peter Elberg funeral, where She was cremated and prayer ceremony was organized at Gurudwara Sri Sarbat Khalsa Sahib, Prospect.
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Mag Corner
THE END OF AN ERA
Ram Jethmalani : 1923-2019
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escribed as one of the most brilliant minds of Bharat, the Bhishma Pitamah of Indian law, a maverick, distinguished jurist, an exceptional lawyer, to me his niece he was more than a father, he was the anchor of my family, my hero, my role model.
A Sindhi from Shikarpur, Ram Jethmalani became a lawyer at the age of 17. He dominated the courtrooms for more than 78 years, continuing his practice up until just short of his 96th birthday. Starting his career in Karachi and moving to Bombay post partition as a refugee, he won a legal battle opposing the Bombay Refugees Act which allowed the State to relocate, sequester and question refugees at any time. Thereafter he rose to fame when he was in a team of prosecutors in the KM Nanavati vs State of Maharashtra case, one of India’s last jury trials, in which a naval commander was tried for the murder of his wife’s lover. He argued dozens of other high profile cases and represented people from all walks of life. He had a penchant for defending the most despised members of society, including convicts in the cases of the assassinations of Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi, as well as Afzal Guru of the Parliament attack case. He believed strongly in the rule of law and rose to the challenge of ensuring a fair trial for those against whom the public had already made up their mind. A legal and political maverick, Ram
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served as law minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government and later held the Urban Development Portfolio. Since 1988 he continuously held a seat in the Rajya Sabha. As an independently minded politician, he was fearless in pursuing his beliefs. One of Ram’s greatest passions was teaching. He taught at the government Law College Mumbai for several years during the 1950’s and conceived the National law school at Bangalore. During his exile in the US in 1976 he taught comparative criminal law at the University of Michigan, and in his later years he also lectured at the Symbiosis Law School in Pune. Ram was also known for his writing.
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He authored several books including Big Egos, Small Men. While teaching at the government law college he wrote a text book called Conflict of Laws – a commentary on Private International Law, which was prescribed by the University of Bombay for law students and his writing, was published in numerous newspapers over the years. Always immaculately dressed in a tailored Italian suit or crisp kuta, Ram was a humble man, devoted to both his beliefs and his work. He read the GITA daily and recited the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra countless times over the course of his life. Between shaking up the courtroom and breaking new
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political boundaries, Ram always managed to find time for his family and friends, who he did not hesitate to give support, love, and guidance as needed. A grounding force in our lives, I fondly remember his loud, authoritative voice and clarity of thought. His passing away on 8th September 2019 at 95 years of age was a loss to our family but a still bigger loss for the Indian nation. As a family we decided not to grieve but instead to celebrate his life which he lived to the fullest on his own terms. Such a man is born once in a century. We will miss him deeply. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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Festival
Ganeshotsava
attracts thousands of devotees this year
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ast week marked the culmination of Ganesh Chaturthi festival in Sydney. Biggest of all events, the three-day Ganeshotsava celebrations in Liverpool attracted a sizeable 7,000 devotees, a 30 percent jump from last year. Download Our App
Organisers of the event, Friends of India, said the annual fest now in its 24th year is growing bigger with increasing involvement of the Indian youth and curious culturally diverse participants pouring in from across Sydney.
“As one of the best examples of a multicultural society, in Australia, this means not just being aware of these important occasions, but joining with various communities to celebrate with them and make them feel included as part of the fabric of broader Australian society,” added Charisma Kaliyanda, councillor, Liverpool Labor Team.
If the participation was earlier restricted to the Kannada community from Liverpool, it is now pan Indian. “Over the years, it has expanded and become much more diverse. It’s more pan Indian now and the local community also joins in the festivities,” said Shobha Deshikan, president, Friends of India.
The population surge of Indian community in Liverpool in the last couple of decades where Ganeshotsava is organised at Whitlam Leisure Centre is also the reason for the free-ticketed event to draw large crowds. Hinduism makes up 1.9 percent of
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number of these were youth. “This is a completely volunteer driven general community celebration. Selfless spirit and spirit of service is amazing. Volunteers have come together to cook for around 7,000 people in different houses. Serving of food, garbage collection, hosting of cultural programs was all done by the young blood,� said Dr Rajiv Jairam, senior member and volunteer for the last 16 years.
the population in Australia as per 2016 census consisting of more than 440,300 followers. Ganesh Chaturthi is a major Hindu festival that marks the birthday of Lord Ganesha, son of Shiv and Parvathi and is observed over August and September. Interestingly, Ganeshotsava started of as a social gathering in 1995 with just over 200 participants.
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A few families from a single street in Liverpool got together and conceived the event with the sole intention to keep the traditions alive and make sure the next generation remains culturally grounded. Today, it is one of the biggest indoor event in Sydney. Gradually, demographics have also changed with the youngsters invigorating the older team members pitching in not just to keep abreast with the culture by learning how to perform puja, which is an ancient art, but also volunteer. About 200 volunteers helped get the venue set up, run and a considerable
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Meanwhile, the preparation for next year’s celebrations have already begun and 2020 Ganeshotsava marks its silver jubilee. Similar celebrations were held at major Hindu temples in Helensburgh, Westmead and Minto with day long festivities comprising rituals, procession of deities around the temple premises, cultural activities followed by visarjan (immersion) of the eco friendly clay Ganesh idol at Stanwell Park Beach. The clay Ganesha idol from Liverpool was immersed at the Georges River. The procession organised by the Sri Venkateswara Temple, Helensburgh, had 40 drummers/dancers in the lead.
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Book Launch
Our NSW editor, Harmohan Singh Walia published and launched his first Punjabi poetry book “Lachakdaar Paani” at Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana, where he started writing Punjabi poetry during his college days. The current Principal, Dr. Sehijpal Singh, Dr. Rupinder Pal Singh Sukerchakia (Principal Retd), Dr Surinder Bir Singh (Principal Retd) and S. Jaswant Singh Zafar, (SE, PSEB and a great poet) were present at the initial launch of his book “Lachakdaar Paani” at the Mechanical Engineering Department’s Seminar Hall on 9th September 2019. Now we are looking forward to the launch of this book in Sydney. Desi Australia takes pride in congratulating Harmohan Singh Walia for the release of his first Punjabi poetry book.
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Cover Story
Please Help Us Find A Cure And Solve This Cruel Mystery
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upus Australia Inc is charity and for 30 years has been devoted to supporting those living with lupus and their families in the quest to solving the mystery of lupus, one of the world’s cruellest, most unpredictable and devastating diseases, while giving caring support from its brutal impact. Lupus is a serious and disabling autoimmune disease. 1 in 700 Australians suffer from Lupus it is the most under diagnosed and underfunded disease in modern times. Survey showed that Lupus was believed to be more common than cystic fibrosis, viral meningitis and Crohn’s disease in
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Australia (35%). An estimated 5 million people worldwide have lupus, it can strike anyone at any time, but 90 percent of the people living with lupus are women and usually develops between ages 15 and 44, and lasts a lifetime. Lupus has no boundaries and there is no limit to the impact of lupus. Lupus is a global health problem that affects people of all nationalities, races, ethnicities, genders and ages but women of color are two to three times more likely to develop lupus than Caucasians. Lupus can affect any part of the body, in any way, at any time, often with unpre-
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dictable and life-changing results. With over 4,000 members and a prominent and active Board headed by Barbara Ward the President their mission is to work with people living with lupus by providing support, advocacy, education and research. Barbara works tirelessly for this cause and was instrumental in World Congress held by Monash University attended by scientist, researchers, Doctors and patients. Lupus can affect any part of the body in any way at any time, often with unpredictable and life-changing results. While lupus knows no boundaries, knowing all you can about lupus can help control its
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highlight the life-altering effects of lupus and the challenges people with lupus face every day from pain, inactivity, isolation, inability to do anything, most people are unable to work, psychological, lack of support, little or no understanding or support from employers, loss of self-esteem and depression lead to attempts of suicide, lack of nutrition and physical activity, breakup of families and economic and hardship, these are the impacts on daily life are top concerns for people living with lupus” said Barbara.
impact. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common form of lupus, whereby the body’s immune system wrongly identifies healthy tissue and organs as foreign invaders and attacks them. It is a chronic autoimmune disease that can result in inflammation and organ damage over time. Although people with lupus may have a variety of different symptoms, some of the most common include extreme fatigue, painful or swollen joints (arthritis), unexplained fever, skin rashes and kidney problems. Lupus is an acute and chronic (lifelong) autoimmune disease in which the immune system is unbalanced, causing inflammation and tissue damage to virtually any organ system in the body, including miscarriages and organ failure. The accumulation of these antibodies in the tissues can cause symptoms such as inflammation, swelling, and damage to joints, skin, kidneys, strokes, brain blood, the heart, lungs basically no organ is spared. As lupus is such a highly complex and individualised disease, there are many challenges associated with the diagnosis and effective management of the condition. Awareness of lupus is lowest among women aged 18-24, those most at risk. Women with lupus have a five-to-tenfold increased risk of cardiovascular disease. More than one in five patients are permanently disabled and unable to work. Lupus typically affects patients in midlife, at the peak of their productivity, so there are compelling economic reasons for improving treatments and outcomes. “Key challenges facing people living with lupus include the low level of public understanding and common misconceptions of the disease, the stigmatisation of lupus patients and lack of support for lupus patients” said Mrs Ward. Important Facts to Know about Lupus, it is not a form of arthritis. Lupus can damage any organ or tissue from the skin
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or joints to the heart or kidneys. Symptoms of lupus come and go, change over time, making lupus difficult to diagnose. Common symptoms include joint pain, skin rashes, overwhelming fatigue, and fevers that last for days or weeks. Lupus is not contagious. You cannot ‘catch’ lupus from someone else. While there is no cure for lupus, in most cases lupus can be managed successfully through early diagnosis and expert medical care. “Lupus is a cruel disease affecting many people and making their life a misery. Lupus affects many Australians yet it remains one of the most under recognised and most misunderstood diseases in both medical and lay communities in modern times. While most cases develop among women in their crucial childbearing years, children, men and women of all ages can suffer” said Barbara Ward President. “Lupus is rare condition but it appears to have been neglected in terms of research and the development of novel treatments, in contrast to other autoimmune diseases. “Nothing new has been available for years, mortality has not changed, and it is almost an embarrassment. Lupus is the most under-recognised, under-funded chronic illnesses in modern times in Australia, unlike Multiple Sclerosis and Arthritis which are also major autoimmune diseases” said Barbara. Many people with lupus suffer on average for 4 or more years and visit 3 or more doctors before obtaining a diagnosis. In the meantime patients can suffer from multiple organ failures and lupus goes undetected because the root cause remains undiagnosed. “Lupus month aims to raise awareness and
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“The fact that almost every day we are confronted with the devastating effects of lupus on individual’s life from this debilitating illness to in some cases death. The impact of lupus, is heart breaking” said Prof Moran. Lupus nephritis is usually regarded as a distinct subset of lupus. There is a separate trial of anifrolumab is the condition, which is likely to be listed as a separate indication. Lupus advocacy has evolved to become an Australia-wide organisation. There is not an obvious cohort of ‘celebrity’ lupus patients who can assist with advocacy. The singer Selena Gomez is an exception. Lupus gained more attention from the public in 2015 after singer Selena Gomez announced she had been diagnosed with the condition in her late teens and underwent treatment for the disease. In 2017 she underwent surgery for a kidney replacement the root cause of LUPUS. Despite many years of limited research, the cause of lupus is still not known. Scientists believe there are several things that may trigger the formation of the antibodies, including genetic, hormonal and environmental factors. Some of the possible triggers include: Hormones (females between the age of 15 and 45 are most commonly affected) Exposure to UV light, Viruses and bacteria, Stress, Genetics, Pregnancy, Dietary factors and certain medications. Early diagnosis provides quality of life and can saves lives. Contact : www.Lupusnsw.org.au Phone 02 9878 6055
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Health
Foods to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia dementia as we age.
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dopting Healthy lifestyle choices that includes diet, nutrition, physical exercise and keeping socially active as well asnot smoking, and maintaining normal blood pressure and cholesterol levels – these are all important factors that plays vital role in reducing the risk of developing dementia and other cognitive disorders. Research suggests that what we eat might have an impact on our ability to remember and our likelihood of developing Download Our App
As a Dementia Consultant, I often get asked the question of what is the Top Diet or Top Foods to eat to fight dementia and boost brain health. I thought this would be a useful topic to write about to educate our community members of significant role of the diet to reduce the risk of dementia. While there are some genetic factors that are beyond are control, there are steps that each person can take to lower the risk of dementia. Brain researchers have developed a “diet for the mind” that could prevent memory loss, sense of judgement and focus - that defines dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.This diet is called the Mediterranean diets that are traditionally high in fruits, vegetables, legumes and cereals, with moderate consumption of oily fish and dairy, and low in meat, sugar and AUGUST SEPTEMBER I 2019 I 2019
saturated fat. Most fat in this type of diet comes from olive oil, and alcohol is consumed in moderation. These are the following 10 foods can you include in your diet to fight Alzheimer’s disease and dementia: Foods rich in Omega-3: Omega-3 foods are oily fish like salmon, sardines, trout, tuna and mackerel are great options as they have high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. It is best to consume oily fish in food at-least 2-3 times a week. Oily fish also help to boost vitamin D intake, which may also help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia and consuming omega 3 food slows down cognitive decline, reduces inflammation, and boosts memory. Green Leafy Vegetables: Include in your diet green vegetables like www.DesiAustralia.com
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broccoli, kale, and cabbage - it boosts iron levels as well as vitamin levels including vitamin A, C, and K. Vitamin K is especially important to protect against Alzheimer’s disease, as vitamin K deficiency has been linked to the development of Alzheimer’s disease. Nuts: Include in your diet nuts such as walnuts, almonds, and hazelnuts – they are packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants. Walnuts, in particular, have lots of fatty acids, and nuts like almonds and hazelnuts are packed with vitamin E, which is linked to a reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Also include in your diet peanuts as they contain dementia-fighting enzymes such as niacin. Choose unsalted and raw shelled peanuts over salted ones. Berries: Berries like blueberries and strawberries contain antioxidants plus vitamins C and Vitamin K that protects the brain against cognitive decline. Berries are easy to eat and are great for the digestive health – add berries to your yogurt, cereal or eat as a snack. Beans Add to your diet Beans as they are loaded with fiber and are good for gut health. Eating beans two -three times a week has also been shown to slow down cognitive
decline. You can have baked beans on toast in the morning for breakfast and/ or add handful of beans to the soup or casserole. Cocoa: Flavonol consumption from cocoa and other high-flavonol foods provides the best protection against dementia when started early in life and in conjunction with regular exercise and a healthy diet (reference: University of Utah Health Care: Could Chocolate’s Antioxidants Boost Brain Function?). So next time you could tryhealthy mocha coffee without syrup and sugar or a very dark chocolate bar with high cocoa content. Coconut: Coconut oil boosts ketone production, which is a fuel used by the brain and body for energy. Coconut oil’s fatty acids and ketones mean the brain has an alternative fuel source that improves brain function. Olive Oil: Olive oil is an excellent replacement for animal fats and feeds the brain with Oleocanthal – the phytochemicalthat provides anti-inflammatory protection and boosts production of protein and enzymes that fight brain plaque. Red Wine:
Diet isn’t the only way to preserve memory. Did you know that there are other ways to protect memory as you age? Follow these recommendations, if you want to keep your brain active and sharp as you get older: • Control your cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels with diet, exercise, and medicines such as statins or beta-blockers if you need them. • Quit smoking - research studies have associated smoking with a significantly higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease. • Do Physical exercise - Exercising three or more times a week has been linked to a lower risk for dementia. • Work with your doctor to keep your body weight in a healthy range for your height. A Body mass index between 18.5a and 24.9 is considered normal. • Remain socially active and engaged – engage in social activities that add meaning and purpose to your life. There are studies published by researchers that states that resveratrol- the good stuff found in red wine, is associated with fighting the negative effects of Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other regenerative neurological illnesses (reference: https:// medschool.ucla.edu). Whole Grains: Whole grains are good for you because they include the bran and outer germ of grains, which are stripped away in processed white cereals. The outer layers are full of fiber and antioxidants that boost brain power and keep your bowels healthy enough to eliminate toxins efficiently.
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National Nutrition Week
Together we can improve the health of Australians
By: Barbra Wards
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utrition Australia NSW (NANSW) will launch its Tryfor5 campaign during National Nutrition Week which is celebrated from 13th to 19th October 2019. The aim is to encourage Australians to consume the recommended serves of vegetables each day, which forms part of an overall healthy and balanced diet. National Nutrition Week coincides with United Nation’s World Food Day on the 16th of October. It is estimated that diabetes, which is largely a “lifestyle” disease, afflicts 422 million individuals worldwide amongst other related chronic diseases. With current research connecting unhealthy food with a number of health issues, from obesity and diabetes to heart disease, stroke and mental health it’s vital that Australian’s include more vegetables in their daily diet. Despite the latest studies and recurring healthy eating messages only 4% of Australian’s are eating enough vegetables each day and a whopping 99% of children are missing out on essential nutrients from vegetables. The average person eats only half as much vegetables as they should, and it is our aim that the message from this campaign Tryfor5 will not only highlight the benefits of comsuming five vegetables a day, but to also maintain healthy and balanced eating habits. Vegetables, especially deep and bright coloured vegetables such as eggplant, broccoli, and tomatoes, are high in phytochemicals that provide antioxidant protection. Based on research, eating five serves of vegetables Download Our App
As a non-government charity and community based-organisation, NANSW aims to promote the health and wellbeing of all Australians. Our vision is to inspire and empower healthy eating for all Australia through campaigns such as Tryfor5. a day can reduce the risk of cancer, protect against heart disease and reduce the risk of inflammatory disorders. We encourage you to try vegetables for breakfast by making a vegetable omelette or make a batch of savoury muffins or frittatas with chopped left over vegetables, which freeze well and can be added to lunchboxes for school or work. Our challenge to all Doctors, allied health practitioners, public health physicians and health policy professionals is to promote Tryfor5 and encourage everyone to consume five serves of vegetables every day. SEPTEMBER I 2019
NANSW is the peak nutrition education organisation that provides scientifically based nutrition information to encourage all Australians to achieve optimal health through food variety and physical activity. Members of NANSW include the general public and some of Australia’s most influential food and nutrition experts, together making Nutrition Australia a key nutrition voice. Visit www.tryfor5.org.au to discover new ways to add vegetables to your day with handy tips to buy, store, cook and enjoy vegetables. www.DesiAustralia.com
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Community News | Sydney
Sri Lanka MICE road show in Sydney
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he Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), in collaboration with the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Sydney, organised a Sri Lankan MICE destination promotion at the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney on 5 September. A 20-member Sri Lankan MICE trade
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delegation, led by Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) Chairman Kumar de Silva, participated at the B2B meeting followed by a roadshow with Australian counterparts. The Sri Lankan MICE destination promotion was held in Australia after a lapse of eight years, and the objec-
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tive of organising MICE roadshows in Melbourne and Sydney this year were to capitalise on the Australian market and to position Sri Lanka as a cost-efficient and attractive destination for global conferences, corporate events, and incentive travel. Australia is also shaping up to be a key
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market for Sri Lanka’s MICE sector with flight connectivity and the convenience for travel between the two countries improving. SriLankan Airlines is planning to operate direct flights from Sydney starting next year, and the Australian budget airline Jetstar is also planning to start flights to Sri Lanka. Tourist arrivals from Australia have also been improving despite the recent setbacks for the Sri Lankan travel industry. Kumar De Silva and the SriLankan Airlines Melbourne Business Development Manager Dilshan made presentations highlighting Sri Lanka’s MICE attractions. Consul General Lal Wickrematunge and Consul Commercial Abdul Raheem also spoke at the occasion. The Channa-Upuli dance group entertained the audience with mesmerising cultural performances.
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Sri Lankan MICE trade representatives and SriLankan Airlines offered raffle prizes for the Australian participants at roadshows in Melbourne and Sydney. The program was coordinated by SLCB Senior Manager Achini Dandunnage and Consul Commercial of the Sri Lanka Consulate General in Sydney.
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Winner Anju Mathur
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esi Australia Congratulates Ms Anju Mathur -our outstanding Dementia Consultant- for being Awarded 2019 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award for North Western Sydney as the Overall Winner as well as 2019 Adult Volunteer of the Year Award for North Western Sydney, presented by the NSW Centre for Volunteering.
Each year, NSW Centre for Volunteerism receives thousands of nominations from the community seeking to recognise the work of volunteers across Australia. The Awards not only celebrate the people, but it is an opportunity to share their stories, journeys and learn more about the organisation and programs they represent. Anju says humbly that “This award represents the thousands of migrants, and culturally diverse volunteers who selflessly sacrifice their own time and often personal resources. I see volunteers as the foot soldiers of this community and I am humbled and honoured to receive this prestigious award recognising the joy I have volunteering for my community.”
On 4th September’2019 Anju was Awarded this prestigious Award by The Hon. Ray Williams – Member for Castle Hill and serving the State of NSW as Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier and Western Sydney; Julian Leeser – Federal Member of Parliament for Berowra; Dr Michelle Byrne – Mayor of the Hills Shire Council. Anju’s outstanding work in the community has been well recognized through this prestigious Award and we acknowledge the contributions made by Anju as a leading Dementia Consultant and Ageing Well Consultant in Australia. Anju Download Our App
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Cancer Project by Indian Seniors Group Hornsby
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he Indian Siniors Group Hornsby (ISGH) conducts regular monthly functions to help support the seniors in their physical, emotional and psychological needs by lifting their confidence to lead a happy life while keeping their identity, the culture and lifestyle as per their day to day living. The food ordered could sometimes be left over which used to be sold for Cancer Council. There was then the feeling that ISGH should raise money by organising a formal function in a bigger way. Hence, the philosophy of Cancer Project was conceived in the kitchen of Epping Leisure and Learning Centre, where the food disbursement used to be managed for the members of Indian Seniors Group.Hornsby (ISGH). A committee of 5 people was formed to lead the project and they donated some money themselves as the saying goes “Charity begins at Home”. Avjit Sarkar, and his team offered to perform with a live band while Sharmila Maitra of Geetanjali Dance School offered her services for the performance of her students choreographed by herself. It was all done then, and a big show was held at Parravilla Main Function Hall on 6 September . It was led by Kanchan Passi with the support team of Lalitha Visvanathan, Jiwan-Asha Sood, Sunit/Bharat Download Our App
Sood and Dave Passi (Digital Support). The event started with an emotional speech on Cancer by Dr Palu Malaowalla . Kanchan Passi elaborated the process of Cancer project which was born in her mind to fulfil her dream to raise financial resources in support of needy and helpless people. Over 200 attendees gathered to help raise money through raffle, auctions, and event tickets,while they enjoyed the night of entrainment and delicious food. With the support of the sponsors over $15,000 were raised which was donated to Cancer Council. The of ISGH said “It had been a great challenge for the seniors to plan, organise, conduct successfully and opened the gate for future bigger and better functions for the community.” SEPTEMBER I 2019
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Reena Jethi - Deputy Mayor of the Hills Shire Council
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years about a service that was in great demand in the community - Kuber Vaults, a Safe Deposit Box / Locker facility for people to keep their valuables such as jewelry, documents etc. secure and safe.
e know her as an entrepreneur, a teacher, a councillor and a very active citizen of the Hills District. Now Reena Jethi has one more feather added to her cap - she is the Deputy Mayor of The Hills Shire Council!
The first Indian born female to hold this position. Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne congratulated Clr Jethi on her appointment during the September 10 Ordinary Meeting of Council. “I look forward to working with Clr Jethi as we continue to build on The Hills’ reputation as a great place to live, grow, do business and raise a family,” Mayor Byrne said. “Clr Jethi is a strong advocate for The Hills community, women in Local Government and those from diverse backgrounds, and I have no doubt she will continue the wonderful work carried out by the former Deputy Mayor, Clr Haselden.” For those who know Reena Jethi, this honour comes as no surprise because here’s a person who just doesn’t believe in stopping or even taking a breather when it comes to growing as a personal and as a professional. Reena Jethi’s graph has been on the rise from the day she Download Our App
landed in Australia nearly 20 years ago. Starting with a highly successful stint as a teacher - some of the students have made it big in the field of sports and other professions such as Usman Khawaja, Jarryd Haynes, and Israel Folau. Venturing into politics with the Liberal Party, the party of choice, Reena was the candidate for the Upper House in NSW elections for 2015. Moved on to be the Treasure for NSW Women’s Council followed by The Hills Shire Councillor. Always conscious of her duties as a citizen of her adopted country, Reena has been actively involved in the local politics and became a councillor in 2017. Around the same time, she also brought to fruition an idea that she had had for SEPTEMBER I 2019
So what does her new role of Deputy Mayor involve? As a councilor, Reena’s role included providing a civic leadership in guiding the development of the community strategic plan for the area and to be responsible for monitoring the implementation of the Council’s delivery plan. As a Deputy Mayor, the role extends itself to carry out Mayoral duties in her absence, in cases of necessity, the policy-making functions of the governing body of the Council between meetings of the Council. Great going for a true battler. Reena Jethi belongs to the group of locals who have not only embraced their adopted home but have flourished in its progressive, inclusive culture which allows everyone to have a good crack at life. Reena is many roles, responsibilities and skills rolled into one tireless achiever. The new role of Deputy Mayor will only inspire Reena to reach higher. Our good wishes are always with her and we are proud of Deputy Mayor Clr Reena Jethi as a community as well as citizens of this beautiful country. www.DesiAustralia.com
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Arts & Culture
Hindi Diwas Celebration in Sydney - Dedicated to Gandhi ji least talk to their children in Hindi, saying any language will remain lively till the people speak it with pride. Indian diaspora also celebrated Hindi Diwas 2019 in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Hindi Diwas celebration took place at the Indian Consulate in Sydney on 14th September. The program was organised by the Indian Literary and Art Society of Australia (ILASA) and Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan Australia. The occasion was dedicated to celebrating Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary this year and was attended by over 200 Hindi lovers including Hindi writers and teachers.
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ahatma Gandhi was a big supporter of our Indian languages, especially Hindi. He once said, ‘the way British speak
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and use English in all their work, we must also speak our language. Hindi should be recognized as our National Language.’ Gandhi ji gave his speeches in Hindi as he believed that Hindustani is the most spoken language of India. Another new Hindi movement started after current Prime Minister of India Mr Narendra Modi came into power. This year Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that ‘Hindi Diwas will be celebrated publicly from 2020, and it will achieve new heights by the 2024. Minister also appealed to people to at
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The program started with an online quiz on Mahatma Gandhi, an initiative of the Indian Consulate, which was followed by ILASA’s founder Rekha Rajvanshi’s welcome speech. She highlighted Gandhi ji’s views on Hindi, and recited a poem in Hindi. Indian Consul General Mr Manish Gupta addressed Hindi lovers and spoke about Gandhian principles and how they are relevant in today’s world. He also spoke about growing need of Hindi in Australia. Richa Srivastava’s newly formed ‘Sri Hindi Choir Group’ beautifully performed Gandhiji’s favourite bhajan ‘Vaishnav Jan To Taine.’ The adult choir group was followed by Darcy Road Public School children, who performed Vande Mataram and Hindi Bhasha hamko pyari hai. Hindi teachers of Darcy Road Public School Ekta Chanana and Kulwinder Kaur worked hard to teach children these songs. The program was emceed diligently by Sanghmitra Kumar and Virat Nehru, who kept the audience entertained by their witty comments. Indranil Haldar spoke about his ‘Dhoti Sutra’ Movement and how he was inspired by www.DesiAustralia.com
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Mahatma Gandhi, a poem on Dhoti was also recited by Bhawna Kunwar. For the first time, the ‘Hindi Sahitya Sewa Sammaan’ was given on Hindi diwas, to a satirist and writer Santram Bajaj. Apart from being a well-known satirist and writer for many years, he has been a long-term community worker. He also served as the President of Australian Hindi Indians Association (AHIA). This was followed by the panel discussion on how to promote Hindi in Australia. The panelists were: Nihal Agar, Mala Mehta OAM, Archana Chaudhary (first Hindi teacher in NSW), Mritunjay Kumar Singh (South Asian Hindi School), Meena Srinivasan (founder of Sydney’s first Sanskrit school), and Ekta Chanana (teacher, Darcy Road Public School). The discussion was moderated by past Hindi teacher writer and poet Rekha Rajvanshi. Discussion was focussed on how Hindi can be promoted and given a better platform in Australia. Main discussion points were: how to promote Hindi in schools, what the challenges are and what needs to be done. It was suggested that community and parents need to run a campaign in their children’s school and convince school authorities that there is a need to start Hindi at the mainstream school in their area.
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Finally, poetry recital session started. Poetry session was dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi’s principles. The poets were Shweta Sharma, Amandeep Singh, Mrinal Sharma, Vipul Goyal, Manit Bhaskar, Farida Lehri, Farhat Iqbal, Sahil Kandol, Richa Raj Srivastava, Sidhant Nakra, Gunjan Tripathi, Virat Nehru, Anil Verma, Neena Badhwar, Vijay Kumar Singh, Awadhesh Sinha, Om Varma (from India). Audience enjoyed poems on peace, harmony, truth, nonviolence, nature and environment.
hashabdkosh Mobile App’ this year on Hindi Diwas in India, which might be helpful to Hindi learners and teachers in Australia.
Over two hundred people attended the program. It was encouraging to see such a big support to our mother tongue, and third most spoken language of the world. ACARA recently published Hindi syllabus alongside with other languages, teachers need better Hindi teaching resources. Union Minister Amit Shah also inaugurated ‘E-Saral Hindi Vakya Kosh’ and ‘E-Ma-
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The Hon Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama
marama on Friday night urged members of the Fijian community in Sydney to consider investing in their home country and be part of an increasingly dynamic and diversifying Fijian economy.
By: Barbra Wards
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he Hon Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama, Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji was invited on a State visit by the Hon Scott Morrison Prime Minister of Australia. Prime Minister’s agenda included high level visits and meetings with State and Federal Ministers and Departments, business leaders, defence force, Garden Island, Australian Defence Force members working with the Republic of Fiji Military Forces on peacekeeping and the War Memorial of Australia to mention a few. Despite his busy state schedule Prime Minister Bainimarama met with the Fijian community who greeted him with the Fiji smile and warmth. Prime Minister Hon. Josaia Voreqe Baini-
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While addressing the Fijian Diaspora at Sydney’s Holiday Inn in Warwick Farm, Prime Minister Bainimarama said it “means a great deal to me, and every Fijian, that you remain so invested in the success of our country – a country that will always be home for you”. “Our cities are modernising, services are becoming more available and reliable, our networks of infrastructure and consumer choices are expanding, businesses are growing bigger, and higher paying jobs are being made available,” he said. “Young Fijians are stepping into an economy where their most ambitious dreams can become a reality, and they are making themselves heard in a democracy where their rights cannot be infringed and their voices cannot be silenced” “For years, I’ve urged our Fijian diaspora to take up their role in the great story of Fijian progress to build industries through the ingenuity of the Fijian people and to capitalise on the growth of increasingly dynamic and
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into a funnel for investment and technology,” he said. “We’re supporting businesses to allow for cashless transactions and utilise e-payment gateways to step into the world of digital commerce. For those who are considering reclaiming your Fijian citizenship, we’ve just received our new Fijian e-passports last week. As you know, under my Government, we now allow for Fijians to hold multiple citizenships.
diversifying economy.” With the introduction of the new digital Fiji programme, Prime Minister Bainimarama added that applying for new businesses by any Fijian in any part of the world has undeniably been made easier. “Under the digital Fiji umbrella, we’ve already launched an online “biz Fiji” portal. The portal gives you all the information you need, to turn a bright idea into a brand-new Fijian business.
“The benefits of that offer are now bigger than ever, as these new e-passports allow for seamless, efficient travel in the world’s airports and immigration systems for our people, while strengthening the security of our own borders as well. “You may all be settled in Sydney, but your Fijian pride beats as strongly in your hearts as it does in the hearts of Fijians across our islands today.” Prime Minister Bainimarama attended WIN Stadium where he watched rugby between NSW Country vs Fiji Drua match and met with
players. He met the Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Sunday at a church service with the Fijian community. In Canberra Prime Minister Bainimarama was greeted with a Ceremonial Welcome at the Forecourt, attended one-on-one meeting with the Prime Minister of Australia, dinner at The Lodge, met with Hon Anthony Albanese MP, Leader of the Opposition and attended Tree planting and viewing from Diary Farmers Hill. The Fijian communities support and affection for the Fijian Prime Minister Hon Bainimarama was evident from the community gathering, church service attendance and other events. “Friday evening was as if we were back in Fiji, the casual (Fiji style) however respectful way in which we exchanged Q&A in an open forum, sang and danced with the PM – it was obvious to me that the PM genuinely cares for the wellbeing of his people in and from Fiji, and the church service was amazing and very uplifting” said Barbara Ward.
“Our latest national budget identified key areas for growth, giving businesses every reason to expand into new arenas and grow their existing operations. “Stamp duty on offshore borrowings has been eliminated, Fiji Airways is upgrading its fleet to consolidate its position, and open new markets and also expand import and export cargo capacities, zero fiscal and excise duty on building materials for new hotels, and the marketing grant to Tourism Fiji standing strong at $30 million. “Our incentive package for ICTs no longer carries any minimum requirements, and the licensing fee has been removed entirely, loss carried forward has been extended from four to eight years for all businesses and 100 per cent of employer contributions to FNPF are now tax-deductible, among other initiatives.” The Prime Minister also dispelled rumours of Fiji’s financial sustainability and reassured the Fijian diaspora community of the health of the Fijian economy “Our country is not what it was fifteen years ago. We’re capitalising on our prime geographic position, transforming our nation
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SAFAL Festival (2019) is Getting Bigger and Better Main Festival Partners.
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ustralian South Asian Forum Incorporated (ASAF) held its 3rd Annual South Asian Film, Arts and Literature Festival (SAFAL Fest) on the 3rd, 4th, 10th and 11th August with City of Ryde, Commonwealth Department of Communication & Arts, and Multicultural NSW being the
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Safal Fest 2019 was a tremendous success which was made possible with a very dedicated and passionate team comprising of Ash Gholkar Festival Chair, Kedarnath (Kevin) Pagaddinnimath Festival Director, Sabrin Farooqui, Kavitha Jeykumar, Jeykumar Ramasamy, Saliya Tennekoon, Hasitha Adhikariariachichi, Nagendra Adhikari, Prachi, Kekre, and Meenakshi Cholkar. The Festival kicked off on 3rd August with the Screening of the Oscar Entrant Sri Lankan film Frozen Fire at the Event Cin-
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ema Macquarie Centre, North Ryde which was organised by Kithsiri Karunaratne. It was attended by Sri Lankan Consul General Mr Lal Raj Wikramatunga, Clr Bernard Purcell from City of Ryde and members of Srilankan Community The Safal Arts &Literature Festival was officially inaugurated by Mr John Alexander Federal MP for Bennelong on the 4th of August at the Brush Farm House, Eastwood. The Art Exhibition, curated by Kavitha Jeykumar, had exhibits from local Artists from the Indian Sub-continent. The literature panel discussions and poetry slam competition was managed by Hasitha Adhikariacchichi and topic of discussions were on Media and Journalism, Script Writing, Fiction and Non Fiction writing. Many renowned writers were invited to speak. The Poetry Slam Competition had good participation with Tammi and MasudParvez being declared Joint Winners and Manik Bhasker Runner Up. The Judges for the Poetry Slam competition were Rekha Rajvanshi, Nagendra Prasad Adhikari and Kazi Sultana. The Talent hunt competition was managed by Kedarnath (Kevin) Pagaddinnimath, SabrinFarooqui and www.DesiAustralia.com
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Saliya Tennekoon. The audition Judges were Aparna Nagashayana, PadamShakya, Anil Liyanage & SriyaniTennekoon. The Grand Finals were Judged by our international guests Omkar Shetty (Director of Film Aaron) and Shashank Ketkar(Star Actor) both from Mumbai and Yasothara Bharathy very well-known dance teacher / Choreographer. Bhidhan Pandey was declared Best Male Singer , Raman Regmi Runner Up, Ishiyogya Mahadurge was declared Best Female Singer ,Priyanka Chowdhury Runner Up, SasaniJayasinghe was declared Best Solo Dancer , Rakshya Khatri Runner Up. The Safal Fest 2019 Gala Awards Night was held on 10th August at the Ryde Civic Centre Top Ryde. The Hosts for the Gala Awards Night were Saroni Roy and Sanjay Bhosle. The dinner was attended by The Hon. NSW Minister for Customer Service who also represented the Premier of NSW Glady’s Berejiklian NSW Opposition Leader Jody Mckay, Mayor of City of Ryde, Mr Jerome Laxale, Consul General - People’s Republic of Bangladesh Hon. Khandker Masudul Alam, Mr Nandkumaran Konnat Consul, Republic
of India, Mr Abdul Raheem Mohamad Meerasahib Consul, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Councillors from City of Ryde, Parramatta, representatives from Multicultural NSW, our International guests Annurudha Jaysinghe director of Sri lankan film Frozen Fire, Onkar Shetty director, Shashank Ketkar actor of Indian movie Aaron, community leaders from
Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Srilanka, Spon sors, Media and Guests. Both the Hon. NSW Minister for Customer Service and Opposition Leader Jodi Mckay praised the Australian South Asian Forum for taking such unique initiative to bring 8 South Asian Nations under one platform in the field of Music, Arts, Literature& Films by organising Safal Fest and said it represented true spirit of Multiculturalism in Australia Dr Shelton Premratne and Mr Kiran Pradhan were awarded life time achievement award for contribution to music, Dr Chandrika Subramaniyan ,Mr Munir Hosain and Dr Sydney Srinivas were awarded distinguished achievement award for contribution to Literature , Dr Sabrin Farooqui was awarded special encourage
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SAFAL festival? Around 2016 Ash Gholkar Co-founder of ASAF got this Idea to organise a Film Festival by getting together the 8 South Asian countries and I happened to meet Mr Ritchie of Macquarie University at a forum organised by Salvation Army and Ryde Council, where I discussed the idea . He was very receptive to the concept and said it would really fit in with the promotion of Multiculturalism as there were lot of students from the Subcontinent at the University. We also had a chat with Ryde Council and they were happy to support the project and the First Safal Festival was held on 20th and21st of May 2017 at the Macquarie University Campus. What is your main objective behind SAFAL Fest? The aim of the festival is to encourage and provide a single platform to communities from South Asia in the field of music, arts, literature and films. You recognize talented people from the field of art, film and literature and give them awards. What is the process? Do people nominate or you select? The selection is done by the Australian South Asian Forum management committee after receiving nominations from the team leaders of each country who form the part of the Safal organising Committee.
ment award, for contribution to fine arts , Mr Annurudha Jaysinghe, Mr Omkar Shetty and Mr Shashank Ketkar were awarded the Safal Recognition awards for contribution to Film and Media . The highlights of the Festival were dazzling Dance Performances by Sasani Jayasinghe (Best Solo Dancer Safal Fest Talent Hunt 2019)and her group for the curtain raiser, dancing to the music of 8 South Asian Nations, which was followed by other dance performances. Safal Fest 2019 Best Female Singer IshiYogya Mahadurge, Best Male Singer Bidhan Pandey also sang. Sound and Digital Lighting effects provided by Event 360. The Gala Award Night ended with the Dance Floor Open for Dancing to the Download Our App
Hit Beats of the South Asian Nations. Safal Fest 2019 concluded with the screening of the Indian Movie AARON on Sunday the 11th at the Event Cinema Macquarie Centre North Ryde which was very well attended and received. Being a part of SAFAL Fest for the past two years (2017-2018), I could clearly see that the Fest has really picked up. It will attract more artists, writers, actors and film directors in future. Q and A with SAFAL Fest organizer Kedarnath Pagaddinnimath When and how did you decide to start SEPTEMBER I 2019
You have been organizing this event for the past three years. Was anything different this year? This year there was great response and participation from Nepal , Bangladesh and Srilanka and the sound and digital effects and the disco on the Gala Awards Night were some of the highlights. How do you manage funds to run this 3 day festival? We apply for funding grants in various councils. We also raise money through Sponsors. What is your biggest achievement so far? Getting more and more artists, writers and film makers involved. Response and Participation by South Asian Countries every year is testimony to the success of Safal. Where do you see SAFAL in the next ten years? We are looking at expanding the concept to all the other states in Australia, so that real talent can be rewarded for their work. www.DesiAustralia.com
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Sydney Sanskrit School Annnual Bhagavadh Gita Competion
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ydney Sanskrit School annually conducts the Bhagavad-Gita Competition with a prime purpose of promoting its principles of active spirituality in our lives. Recently, recitation of Subhashitam was also added to the oral repertoire in the competition as they discuss moral lessons from which we can extract meaning for life. The 11th annual competition was held in Marsden Road Public school in August, coinciding with Krushna-Janmashtami Celebrations, open to all ages. Over 70 enthusiastic students participated, accompanied by their parents and well-wishers the audience swelled over 250 on a day marked by spirituality, knowledge and learning. Students had to learn Slokas 31-47 from the First chapter of the Gita, recite and explain the meaning. Age appropriate challenges were considered. Competition starts with Dyaana-sloka of Srimad-Bhagavadgeeta composed by Sri Madhusudana Saraswathi Swami. Bhagavadh Gita and Subhashitam are a part of the learning curriculum taught in the class. Students have been learning Chapter 1 Arjunavishadayoga, since 2017 and continue till Chapter 18 to facilitate vocabulary building and historical perspectives in Sanskrit. Besides memorizing students also play Antaaxarii , Aadyaaxarii with these slokas , one minute word game, Antyaaxarii word game , Chart making based on content (Triguna, Rain cycle and emotions cycle and food cycle) and the Gita is taught as a self-improvement program such as the ability to deal with anxiety, overcome procrastination, develop analytical judgment skills and so on. Different tasks are assigned to qualify in the competition each year. The students were grouped in five groups, 0,1,2,3 and 4, youngest to senior most. Over the past years, there has been a substantial improvement in the quality of the presentation as well as an increase in the participating numbers, throwing a challenge to both judges and organisers. The committee as it has established an evaluation process by a panel of three independent judges well versed with the subject, ensuring that there is no conflict of interest in the panel of judges. The evaluation was based on a wide variety of aspects such as clarity, diction, presentation with additional evaluation on gist, recitation Download Our App
and meaning for seniors. To keep in alignment with the numbers represented in each group, a fourth prize is awarded based on participation strength. The competition was held in 2 batches, for juniors and seniors with a panel of 3 judges for each group. The first 4 from each group were declared winners and consolation prizes for the youngest participants were announced, totalling 25 prizes. All participants were awarded a certificate and book sponsored by benevolent SEPTEMBER I 2019
members of the community. The prize winners will be awarded a price during annual Samaskrutotsavam program and the first rank holders in each category will get a subscription to “Hinduism Today” magazine sponsored by Himalayan academy, Kauai, Hawaii, USA. The school thanks all the participants for their overwhelming performance, teachers, parents’ volunteers and all the judges for their support in making this a great program.
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It’s time to… Stop making molehills into mountains
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any people have the habit of making molehills into mountains. They like to amplify things, giving them more weight than necessary and making them larger than life. But does this type of attitude and vision really serve us? How many times have we found ourselves fretting about small situations that don’t really matter very much at all? Some people tend to blow things out of proportion. Everything gets exaggerated! There is no excitement or adrenalin rush, if it’s not! It’s almost like living out a fantasy or fairy tale of adventure and heroism and making everything a big drama! Another reason for making things bigger than they are is fear. In a recent survey it was found that 94% of our fear is imagined. In other words, it has very little basis in reality. Because of our fear we then also create fear in others. Fear and anxiety can only create more of the same. Do we realise that, as we send our imagination off into these realms, we are also becoming creators of our reality, as we subtly invoke those scenarios (mostly negative) towards ourselves? In fact, expanding the details of a situation is easy. We can gain a lot of attention by exaggerating small matters, and this is why for some people it is almost an addiction. Making big things small is an art, which takes maturity, wisdom and a certain amount of self-discipline. To make ‘big things small’ is usually the sign of people who can manage themselves and, therefore, are more easily able to manage the situations around them. It is very freeing to the soul to let go of old Download Our App
attitudes, preconceptions, remembered hurts and grudges from the past. If we don’t let go, they can dilute, even pollute, actions, which we are about to perform. The way we see things is often not innocent, not clean. We so often look for the negative, for someone to blame, or we tend to find fault with something or someone. We are not helping ourselves by thinking this way. If we can just accept the moment for what it is and not bring in memories from the past and fears for the future, then it becomes much easier to apply a full stop in the present situation. Whether we exaggerate out of panic, fear or simply a desire to dramatise, we have to realise that the ego is in control of us at that moment. If we are slaves to overblown emotions, we cannot be in charge of situations. If we are grounded in a real sense of who we are, if we are calm, controlled, peaceful, relaxed and centred, then instead of throwing fuel on the fire, we will sprinkle cool water on a situation. We will remain stable and make others around us feel safe and secure. In one second we can allow ourselves to indulge in a rampage of thinking, where one thought leads to another and another and another… or in the same second we can decide to apply the brakes and call a halt to the waste of thoughts, time and energy. Choose to be essenceful. The more we allow our thoughts to expand SEPTEMBER I 2019
on a situation, the more life we give to it. If something is not important, let it go! Learn to put a full stop! Question marks are more difficult to shape and curve. Full stops are definitely easier to manage! It’s time… to stop making mountains out of molehills and to learn to put a full stop. Before we allow ourselves to expand on our thoughts, let’s ask ourselves whether it’s necessary to do so, or is it better to save our time, energy and self-respect? As we practise making the mountain into a molehill, we will feel our greatness grow. The Brahma Kumaris in Australia The Brahma Kumaris have had a presence in Australia since 1975. There are centres and class locations in the major cities, as well as three Centres for Spiritual Learning, where courses, classes and retreats are held.
The Brahma Kumaris Australia is a registered charity in the area of education (spiritual). All programs are offered free of charge as a service to the community. The ongoing operations are funded through donations from students and the public in the spirit of maintaining its educational services for the benefit of all in the community. For further information: Meditation online: http://learnmeditationonline.org www.brahmakumaris.org.au www.facebook.com/BKAustralia www.DesiAustralia.com
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Australia’s new strategy in navigating the ‘India economic challenge’
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ustralia recently released a report on its economic strategy for India recommending that India should be put in its top three export markets and be made the third largest destination in Asia for the country’s outward investment. The report titled ‘An India Economic Strategy to 2035’ — authored by former Australian High Commissioner to India, Peter Varghese — was greeted by Australia’s former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull. The report states that it sees Australian exports to India grow from USD 14.9 billion in 2017 to around USD 45 billion in the next 20 years, and outward Australian investment to India rise from USD 10.3 billion to over the 100–billion mark, thereby reflecting a transformational expansion of the relationship. Through its ninety recommendations, the report however noted that opportunities would not come easy. The government would require a sharper national focus. Patience, perspective and preparation is needed to engage with India. Download Our App
The report identifies 10 sectors and 10 states in an evolving Indian market: where Australia has competitive advantages, and where it should focus its efforts. These are divided into a flagship sector (education), three lead sectors (agribusiness, resources, and tourism) and six promising sectors (energy, health, financial services, infrastructure, sport, science and innovation). Indian diaspora in Australia is expected to play a big role in building these economic linkages, highlighting the importance of the largely prosperous 700,000 strong Indian–origin population in Australia. The focus on states reflects that India is not seen as a single economy, but as an aggregation of very different state economies, each growing at different rates, driven by different strengths, led in different ways — and likely to continue to be uneven in their progress. Today, India is the fastest growing major economy in the world and offers immense opportunities for businesses and SEPTEMBER I 2019
economic partnerships. Australia’s new India economic strategy shows that India’s growing economic weight makes it an unavoidable economic partner, despite the challenges in navigating its market. It is not surprising that Australia wants to press the reboot button. Many countries are reformulating their economic and foreign policies to engage with India. The India story is extraordinary. It is expected that by 2024, India will overtake China as the world’s most populous country. India has the world’s largest youth population, but isn’t fully capturing its demographic dividend. Over 30% of India’s youth are NEETs (not in employment, education or training), according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). By 2025, one–fifth of the world’s working age population will be Indian. By 2030, there will be over 850 million internet users in India, and by 2035, India’s five largest cities will have economies comparable to the size of mid www.DesiAustralia.com
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dle income countries today. Over the past decade and a half, India’s economic growth, its appetite for resources, energy demand, skill development, technical know-how and investments have made it an important trade partner and export destination for Australia. There is no market over the next 20 years which offers more growth opportunities for Australian business than India. IMF Economic Outlook reports: “The Indian economy is expected to grow at an annual rate of 7.4% in 2018 and 7.8% in 2019, lifted by strong private consumption, structural reforms and implementation of the national goods and services tax.” India–Australia trade The India Economic Strategy report acknowledges that though India is already in the first tier of Australia’s diplomatic relations, its economic relationship is stuck in the second tier. It notes that bilateral merchandise trade was only USD 19 billion in 2015–16 (compared with USD 150 billion for China), making India Australia’s 10th largest trading partner. Many Australian resource companies, keen to invest in India, have found themselves locked out of the market. Merchandise trade has declined by 50% in value since 2010. Australia is ranked 33rd in countries to whom India exports, and India is no longer in Australia’s top–ten two–way trade partners. Investment is thin and largely one–way, i.e. from India to Australia. Australian firms remain uneasy about doing business in India. Their biggest concerns are corruption, red tape, enforcement of contracts, and cost of doing business. An elusive CECA For many, the remedy to declining trade and investment was a preferential trade agreement, just as Australia has done in recent years with Japan, South Korea and China. But, this has not been successful. Despite years of negotiation, a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) remains elusive. The negotiation for the CECA between India and Australia, was started in 2011 to provide fillip to trade and investments between the countries. Several rounds of negotiations have been completed for liberalising trade and services regime, besides removing non–tariff barriers and encouraging investments. But, both the sides have yet to resolve issues pertaining to goods Download Our App
and services. There have been nine rounds of negotiations so far on CECA. The last round was held in September 2015. Such an agreement is always a challenge between countries that are at different levels of development and the gap between India and Australia is substantial. Given the poverty levels and backwardness, India has to be careful about what it opens up to with foreign trade and investment. With massive underemployment among the youth, more imports and setting up of high technology industries, will hit Indian employment. Indian agriculture is in crisis. More import of agricultural products would pose severe problems for the farmers who are agitating in a big way across the country. The report concedes that India and Australia are “too far apart” to conclude the bilateral Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) in the near-term. It states that Australia should focus on securing some of the objectives of the CECA with India through the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). Geostrategic compulsions The paper came soon after a foreign policy white paper by the Australian government, which made a big space for relations with India, pushing India to among Australia’s top strategic partners. Both India and Australia are situated in the most dynamic region on the planet where the centre of economic and strategic gravity is shifting to the Indo–Pacific. India and Australia are wary of China’s assault on maritime security and freedom of navigation in the Indo–Pacific region. These common concerns have strengthened the need for greater maritime cooperation between the two nations. Opportunities and challenges Australia’s interest in developing a stronger economic relationship with India comes at a time when Australia is increasingly aware of its economic exposure and potential vulnerability to China. It also comes at a time when the Australian government acknowledges the need to “catch up.” In his introduction to the report, Peter Varghese mentions: Timing has always been a challenge in Australia’s relationship with India.. Today the risk is that we are not moving fast enough and Australia might fall behind as other countries accord India a higher priority.. We cannot SEPTEMBER I 2019
afford to lose momentum or to assume that the logic of complementary interests will be enough to take the economic relationship to the level it needs to rise. The India Economic Strategy report categorically states: India is too complicated for its growth story to be linear. Its economic progress will be uneven and incremental, constrained by the political compromises demanded by a diverse democratic federation, held back by thinly resourced institutions, burdened by a bureaucracy too susceptible to arbitrary interference, dented by endemic corruption and shaped by a political tradition which puts much greater faith in government intervention than the efficiency of markets. There is no point lamenting these constraints. They are wired into the Indian experience. We need to understand them, but also acknowledge that they are changing and look beyond them to grasp the significance of the opportunities created by a growing Indian economy. India needs to be understood on its own terms. It will always march to its own tune. The way ahead The India–Australia bilateral relationship has been largely a case of “one step forward, two steps back” — though one witnesses a positive shift in relations since the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Australia in November 2014 — after a gap of 28 years. PM Modi in his speech to the Joint Sitting of Parliament in Canberra in November 2014, stated that Australia was no longer at “the periphery of India’s vision but at the centre of its thoughts.” The opportunity as well as challenge is that the two nations are at very different levels of development. There can be converging and diverging interests. The future must be woven around the three pillars, which are economic relationship, geostrategic congruence and people-to-people ties. The glue that can bind this is a sustained momentum. Written by Newland Global Group, a corporate advisory firm specialising in the Australia-India trade and investment space. For further information our website: www. newlandglobal.com or follow us on Twitter: @NewlandGlobal, or contact us at info@ newlandglobal.com www.DesiAustralia.com
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Fabulous fish balls A healthy, balanced diet should include at least 2 portions of fish a week, including 1 of oily fish.
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hat’s because fish and shellfish are good sources of vitamins and minerals. Oily fish – such as salmon and sardines – also are particularly high in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, which are great for cardiovascular health. Most of us should have more fish in our diet, including more oily fish, though special conditions apply to pregnant and breast feeding women.
In addition fish, is often quick to cook and an easy meal for the busy family. This tasty recipe is packed full of vibrant veggies and is bursting with flavour.
41 tsp raas el hanout
Salmon is a popular choice of fish with many, however white fish provides many health benefits too.
Ingredients Fish balls 4500g boneless skinless white fish fillets (here I’ve used ocean perch, but ling, cod and barramundi all work well too) 42 garlic cloves cloves crushed 4200g zucchini grated 41/2 medium brown onion chopped finely 41 cup baby spinach finely chopped 41/2 cup flat leaf parsley finely chopped 42 tsp dukkah
White fish are: low in fat, making them one of the healthier, low-fat alternatives to red or processed meat, which tends to be higher in fat, especially saturated fat some species can be a source of omega-3 fatty acids, e.g. sea bass, sea bream, turbot, halibut, but at lower levels than oily fish
Sauce 4 1 large red Romano pepper deserted and cut into eighths 44 ripe large tomatoes quartered 4 100g pumpkin peeled and chopped roughly into 2cm chunks 41 clove garlic peeled 41 tsp ground cumin
Fish that is steamed, baked or grilled is a healthier choice than fried fish. Frying can increase the fat content of fish and shellfish, especially if they’re cooked in batter.
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Method Fish balls 4 In a broad but deep frying pan heat a tablespoon of olive oil (you don’t need to wash this as you will use it to cook the fish balls) 4 Add the onion, zucchini and garlic 4 Sauté these gently until the onions are just transparent 4 Then transfer this to a large mixing bowl to cool 4 Place the fish fillets in a blender or food processor (you may need to do this one fillet at a time if using a small blender) and pulse the fish 3-4 times. The fish should be minced but not a paste. 4 Add the minced fish to the onion zucchini mixture 4 Add the parsley, spinach, dukkah and salt
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smooth The dish 4Return the fish balls to medium heat and pour in the sauce
if desired 4 Mix these well using your hands and ensuring the fish and veggies are well combined 4 Using a tablespoon as a measure, form the fish balls, gently but firmly rolling the misfire between your hands 4Set the fish balls on a tray or board aside 4 Then in the same pan heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil 4 Gently place the fish balls in the pan ensuring enough space to turn each and reduce to a medium heat 4 Keep turning the fish balls until they are sealed all over then reduce to a low heat (you may need to cook the fish balls in batches)
4 Bring to the boil and then reduce to simmer adding salt if desired 4 Serve with cous cous as shown here. In this picture I’ve used chick-
pea couscous seasoned with half a teaspoon of harissa paste in the boiling water. It’s tastier than regular cous cous and has additional protein from the chickpeas. Enjoy!
Sauce 4Place the tomatoes, Romano pepper, garlic, pumpkin and spices in a blender or smoothie maker and blend until Download Our App
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Cloud Storage
access, edit a single file or document. It is also possible to access cloud from anywhere in the world therefore your location is no longer a concern.
Drive and Dropbox.
Scalable – Over a period of time if your data storage increases it is then possible to buy extra storage without having to visit a retail store. It is simply done in few clicks. The option to increase space is in your control and super cheap if ever required compared to buying a physical drive.
By: Sarang Vengurlekar
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n this day and age, we are all talking about the CLOUD storage. What exactly is cloud storage and how will it benefit everyday user?
Although there are many options available, we will be concentrating on OneDrive solution available from Microsoft as a preferred option. OneDrive is free online storage that comes with your Microsoft Account. Save your files in OneDrive folders and you’ll be able to get to them from any PC, tablet, phone or any PC connected to the internet. Cloud services are the most suitable option for storing data online digitally. There are massive benefits for everyday users to use the cloud storage as listed below.
Do you remember the days when you would have multiple Floppy Disks, CD’s, USB Keys, Hard Drives etc lying around in your home? When it came to locatea particular piece of information you would be fumbling with multiple drives or CD’sand still may not find the required information. This is no longer an issue with the cloud storage. As we move towards the future the cloud is going to be expanding at a rapid rate. Simply put cloud storage is just a complex model of computer data storage in which data is stored in multiple servers and multiple locations by a hosting company.
Useability and Accessibility – Users can easily drag and drop files just like using file explorer in windows. Disaster Recovery – Loosing important information is tragic specially photos of family, friends and Kids when the Hard drive fails. Cloud storage is perfect for backing up your important information. You no longer need physical drives. Easy Sharing – Stored data on cloud can be easily shared with other family members or users as it is no longer a case of passing around physical USB keys around. Cost Savings–This is mainly for business users as they no longer have to fork out extra cash for NAS Drives which will require additional resources such as power and other resources.
There are many organisations such as Microsoft, Google, Amazonproviding storage for your personal data. Typical size starts from 5GB to 15GB if you are on a free plan as it is provided as a default when you sign up for a new email account such as Outlook, Gmail etc. These storage accounts are usually known as Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive, Amazon Download Our App
Security – This is probably the most important as the servers which holds the data have encryption. The data is also distributed on several servers and location therefore risk of loosing data due to a physical server failure is no longer an issue. Collaboration – Online cloud platform is ideal for collaboration as it enables multiple people SEPTEMBER I 2019
Convenience – This is a big factor for every day users offered by cloud storage. There is no need to save, label or track information the convenience of online cloud storage enables you to concentrate on your work without getting stressed. Synchronization – Your local data is always in sync with the cloud data therefore you will always have the latest documents in the cloud when you have the requirement to access it from anywhere. OneDrive lets you purchase 1TB per person for up to 6 people in your family with a Microsoft Office 365 Home subscription. It will cost anywhere from $99 to $129 per year. In total that is 6TB of storage combined and you will never have to purchase a copy of Microsoft Office package ever as it is included for all 6 users online and on your devices such as PC, Mac, Phones and Tablets. 4 Share with your entire family – for up to 6 people 4 For use on multiple PCs/Macs, tablets, and phones (including Windows, iOS, and Android) 4 Premium versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 4 1TB OneDrive cloud storage with advanced security per person 4 Collaborate on documents with others online 4 Tech support via chat or phone with Microsoft experts 4 Annual or monthly subscription. I hope this has provided much needed information and guidance for everyone to make the transition over to the cloud storage. The option to choose Microsoft, Google or Amazon is a personal choice and all these options are equal no matter what you go with. If you have any feedback regarding this article then be sure to send your email to sarang@vengurlekar.com www.DesiAustralia.com
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Tarot september forecast Sanjivani Kalsi
Aries (March 21- April 20)
Everything will go according to plan, profits can be enjoyed, and arguments will be settled on a happy note. Relationships will blossom fruitfully under the guidance of the Sun, leaving room for the possibility of new projects, experiences, or even births. This month represents a bundle of joy that can enter your life and bring a smile to your face. Advice: Keep your thoughts and words positive and you will thrive. Remember, only light can drive out darkness, so open the windows of your life and let the sun shine in!
Cancer (Jun 22- July 22)
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Taurus
(April 21- May 20)
Gemini
(May 21-Jun 21)
This month brings a Complete clarity, victory, or justice for you. Basically, a huge AHA! moment where you can see the truth clearly and breakout from old patterns, situations and habits. You’ve fought hard to get to this beautiful place. New ways of thinking and a wave of new energy will spark that creative drive. Communication skills and mental power will excel in life.
Move forward with the little things first and the larger things will follow. Stop planning and start taking action towards your goal. Some may receive Good news regarding their finances. This month mixed feelings will be there some might feel stable and some will have the feeling of stagnant. You may need patience and perceptive when our current life does not measure upto our expectations.
Advice: Remember don’t let your ego get the better of you. Cut away what you do not want to leave your path clear for growth.
Advice: Don’t look at the situations as a setbacks instead see their value of lessons to help you to grow and improve your life.
Leo (Jul 23 - August 23)
Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 23)
Keep your eye on the prize! Whatever it is, when you encounter bumps in the road, don’t get discouraged. Stop and remember why you’re doing what you’re doing. All in alignment toward a specific goal or intention, success in that area is guaranteed! Share this happy moment with friends and family who have been with you and supported you in all the time when you need them.
Listen to your heart. Your tension and loneliness will ease as your emotions find an equilibrium that has been absent from past few days. A new opportunities or a good news comes your way. Travel plans for someone. A new kind of experience moves into your life,meeting a new person or some will get the marriage proposal ,some will meet their love interest,some will spend their time in social activities.new friendship in your life.
Advice: Life has come back full in circle, reminds you what all you have gone thru before this moment… How can you stop this moment forever and make the best of it !
The solid foundation is right round the corner. Now is not the time to get cocky or lazy. Keep optimistic and follow your plans, don’t give up. Use your communications and negotiation skills in order to improve your day. First and foremost, it is important to have a plan. There is much work to be done and having some general guidelines to aid you in reaching your goal is in your highest and best interest. This is not a time to be simply winging it.
Advice: Don’t stop yourself to express and open yourself. Don’t Take anything for granted. emotional happiness !
Advice: Don’t be afraid to observe others as they find their way, just remember you’ve got to find your own.
Libra (September 24- October 23)
Scorpio (Octo. 24-Nov. 22)
You watch your balance. Take the time to make sure your reactions, decisions, and words are appropriate for the situation at hand. It is time to be a lil more careful and tactful. Anything that is feeling delayed right now is not as punishment, but as divine protection to bring us to greater healing and satisfaction. Be non- judgmental and use moderation. Now is the time to work on healing your spiritual self.
A situation in your life is now coming to a happy conclusion, and there is a sense of completion and satisfaction. A completion of something. The right place at the right time. You will be recognised for your talents. Travel plans for some. some may have the feeling of complete, whole and content. you will be expanding your horizons both emotionally and physically now it’s time to free yourself from restrictions.
Advice: You are advised to practice moderation and patience. This is no time for extreme behavior or overemotional gestures.
Advice: You’re at a place of enlightenment and profound understanding of the Universe. Remember to speak words of gratitude to the your Angels in recognition of their help.
Capricorn
Aquarius
( December 22 - January 20)
give attention to your creative pursuits. If you have been ignoring your creativity for a while now, try to acknowledge it. If you have been feeling unhealthy lately, then this is a great time for good omen for health & vitality. Stability can be yours as you work on creating a rock-solid foundation for your life. Use your knowledge, combined with your passion, to put yourself in a position which leaves you feeling secure. Advice: If there’s a detail that seems to be missing from your plans, it will reveal itself as you move forward. So fix your eyes on the horizon and get going!
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(January 21 - February 18) New energy signifies new beginnings, new cycles & the start of a new phase in life. Whatever path you have decided to follow, go after it. In health, a positive & vital cycle ahead. It asks you to release the stress & live life in the moment. In finance, avoid taking any reckless decision. With regards to love, if you are already in a committed relationship, bring about some fun & adventure in your relationship. If you are looking for a partner, take a leap of faith without any hesitation. The infinite energy is going to guide & help you. Advice: Learning from mistakes is important if we are to avoid people and situations that hurt us, but its important to remember that while you are being hurt you are learning, growing and evolving.
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Sagittarius (November 23 - December 21)
You will get recognition for your work publicly.For someone there will be promotion in their work. success and rewards coming your way,or someone who is talented could come into your world to change it for your better. For some of you this is your time. Things are turning around in your favor because you did not give up on yourself. The door has now open for a new energy. It’s time to stand back and take a little credit for your achievements.Advice: It is also gentle reminder that magnanimity and grace should accompany your success. To avoid losing friends and inviting retributions, do not let the good fortune go to your head.
Pisces (February 19 - March20)
A situation may not turn out as you are hoping. Stop comparing with the past,and learn from the mistakes of the past and move forward. A need to let go and move on in a situation or in a relationship. New opportunities are on the way if you start looking for it. Look positive side of life and appreciate the present. Your regret is more emotional than financial. Release yourself from the disappointment. Start your new beginning, Write down any idea that strikes you today. So make that effort today and start working on the plans. Advice: Forgive yourself AND others. When you finally do that you actually begin to see that all is not lost. You still have more positive than negative, and ultimately we get to move on and live our lives free of the past.
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