Did you know that breast cancer is a leading cause of death in women in India and Sri Lanka? In Australia, the Department of Health and Aging seeks to persuade women aged 50 to 69 years to have a Mammography every two years. This strategy is adopted because the risk of developing breast cancer increases with […]
Dawned the day in the history as the first Diwali Celebration in the Hills District by Australian Indian Cultural Council Inc. (AICCI). The magnanimous efforts put by AICCI was evident in well-planned array of stalls, children rides, cultural programs, DJ and other supporting facilities in the venue. It appears the blessings were showered by almighty […]
I have seen and reviewed many dramas in India and Sydney, but I had been waiting eagerly to watch Kanjoosafter Saba ZaidiAbdi formed Adakar Theatre Group and announced its first production in 2013. Saba is a renowned TV and theatre personality, well known in India for her outstanding work as a TV drama director and […]
The sails of the Sydney Opera House had turned a vibrant orange and yellow during an event hosted by NSW Premier Mike Baird and Minister for Citizenship and Communities Victor Dominello in celebration of the Hindu festival of light, Deepavali. Multicultural NSW Chair and prominent member of the Indian community, Dr Hari Harinath, to mark […]
Living in Sydney we all have seen the Opera House from outside and some of us from inside, but a few of us had the opportunity to perform at this iconic building. Ewan Jacob is a high school boy who just did that, perform at the Opera house. He auditioned for the RydeSchools Spectacular 2014 […]
The 2014 Deepavali Fair was held on Sunday, 19th October 2014 at Parramatta Park,Parramatta. Organised by the Hindu Council of Australia, an umbrella body for Hindus in Australia, it proved to be a larger event than previous years and a resounding success. It remains a highlight of the Indian Community calendar and is the largest […]
Padma Shri, a highly regarded civilian award of India, recipient Pankaj Udhas, a voice and talent loved and revered by Indians all over the world, entertained an audience to a magical evening of Ghazalson Friday 10th October 2014, performing some of his most recognised musical renditions. The housefulaudience who were present at the‘Jashn’, which means […]
Arijit Singh needs no introduction as he is currently the No 1 Bollywood Male Playback Singer with his songs in nearly every new release Hindi Film. Arijit Singh captivated the houseful audience with an unforgettable concert on Sunday, October 26 at Sydney Town Hall. The excitement of fans was felt in Town Hall as most […]
NSW Premier Mike Baird has tonight hosted an event for the Indian Hindu community in celebration of Deepavali, the Hindu festival of light, at NSW Parliament. Mr Baird was joined by Minister for Citizenship and Communities Victor Dominello, who joined him to light a traditional diya, a ceremonial lamp, at the start of the event. […]
$7.5 billion went through NSW cash registers in September with the State recording a bumper month of retail trade. NSW Treasurer Andrew Constance said the ABS figures released today show retail trade increased 1.7 per cent in September to be up 9.5 per cent through the year – the highest of all the States. “This […]