Volume 3

Issue 14

Pakistanis in Australia
A newsletter of the community, for the community and by the community

8th July 2013

Contents:
Page 1: From the Desk Page 2: In the News New members of the parliament Prayers arrangement in Morley AlZainab designer in Morley Page 3: Employment and interstate news Page 4-5 Zakat & Donations

FROM THE DESK

In less than three days the Muslim Ummah will be celebrating the fasting month of Ramadan. We wish a very happy Ramazan to all of the community with a prayer that each of us has got the strength to fast and give Zakat. The tickets to 17th August Eid Milan are now available through members of the management committee or by direct deposit to our bank account on first come first serve basis. Please note that children (up to primary school) are admitted free to the event if they are accompanied by their own parents. However for the occupational and public health requirements they will still need a ticket to enter. The planning for next event which will be Eidul Azha on 20th October is also underway. This is a project that we are involved with a number of other organisations with city of Vincent taking a lead role and regular updates will be provided to members of the community. As member of Ethnic Communities Council of WA we are also engaged in reviewing a guide for healthcare providers related to Muslim patients.

Office bearers
President: Dr. Zarrin Siddiqui Secretary: Ms. Fatima Khushnud piasecretary@hotmail.com Treasurer: Ms. Maria Farooq piatreasurer@hotmail.com

BANK:

WESTPAC

A/C NAME: Pakistanis in Australia BSB: 036054 A/C No: 321437

Pakistanis in Australia Inc. is an incorporated group to support students and migrants from Pakistan in their settlement and to initiate projects in Australia and Pakistan that promote mutual collaboration between two countries and promote a positive image of Pakistan and Australia. For membership, please submit your details at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YM66H9Q

46 Kanangra Crescent, Greenwood WA 6024. Ph. 0434841705, pakistanis.in.australia@gmail.com

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IN THE NEWS

New members of Parliament

On behalf of the group we send congratulations to Hon. Ed Husic. Mr Husic became Australia's first Muslim frontbencher last Monday when he was appointed as parliamentary secretary to the Prime Minister and parliamentary secretary for broadband. At the same time heartiest congratulations are conveyed to Hon. Melissa Parke MP as she joins federal cabinet. The Hon. Member from Fremantle extended her full support to OXFAM fundraising campaign for flood relief fund in Pakistan three years ago and we are sure that with her portfolio of international aid she will continue to be a friend of Pakistan.

Friday prayers at Les Hansman Community Centre

A new venue is now arranged starting from 12th July 2013 in Morley. The address is 246 Walter Road. The sermon will start at 12.50 pm followed by prayers at 1.15. As there is no arrangement for Wudu, please ensure that you are ready for prayers beforehand. For more details call Hafiz Kasim (0425560040) or Amir Qureshi(0430535521)or Yasir Fida at 0430278456.

Al-Zainab ladies designer

Latest and Fabulous Design Ladies Wear / Suits , shalwar and qameez available in Morley, Perth Western Australia which are mostly from Leading Boutique of Pakistan at very affordable Price. Contact 0404 009 030 or visit https://www.facebook.com/AlZainabPakistaniLadiesBoutiqueWA

EMPLOYMENT & INTERSTATE NEWS

Community Research Team, National Drug Research Institute
The National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University, is seeking expressions of interest regarding a Research Officer position from enthusiastic and organised people with an interest in public health. The team conducts research that informs community evidence-based intervention and policy, including research within school settings. The team offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for ongoing training and career development. Applicants should have completed tertiary qualifications, preferably honours level or higher in a relevant area. The position will involve working on two school-based projects: the Commonwealth Illicit Drug Education Resource Project, focusing on development of a teacher and parent illicit drug resource package; and the Climate Schools Combined study, an internet-based universal prevention trial for anxiety, depression and substance use in young Australians. Last date is 30 th Juy 2013. For more details contact NDRISecretary@curtin.edu.au

UWA Postgraduate Teaching Internship Scheme - Information Session

Tue, 06 Aug 2013 13:00 - Fox Lecture Theatre (Arts)

The Postgraduate Teaching Internship Scheme allows promising doctoral research students, including professional doctoral students, to develop teaching skills in their fields and to undertake a program of professional development activities during the course of their PhD candidature.

Senior Policy Officer REF:13-044

The City of Joondalup is seeking an individual experienced in the development and analysis of community consultation processes. Key skills include exceptional data analysis, research and report writing capability. To apply visit www.joondalup.wa.gov.au The last date for applications is 22nd July.

Iftar at UNSW arranged by ISOC on Following Dates

Thursday 25th July 2013, Saturday 27th July 2013, Tuesday 30th July 2013, Thursday 1st August 2013.

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ZAKAT AND DONATIONS

HASIL FOUNDATION: A PAK YOUTH INITIATIVE

https://www.facebook.com/HasilFoundation

This is a fortnightly newsletter to keep community informed of whats happening in Pakistan and in Australia with a special focus on Western Australia at this time. We acknowledge that this newsletter is disseminated from Noongar land. The earlier issues can be accessed through web at http://pakistanisinaustrali.wix.com/piainc or through the group Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/pakistanisinaustralia. Our Youtube channel can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/user/PIAChannel1 . You can also follow our twitter account @PIAInc

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