From Gurdwara to Greenery: Officer blossoms into an eco oasis
At Melbourne’s satellite suburb of Officer, a vibrant community is actively engaged in efforts to create a greener environment.
The extent of their endeavours was...
Indian Women in Melbourne reflect on heritage, identity & influence
As we mark International Women's Day on 8 March, we turn our focus to the vibrant city of Melbourne, a melting pot of cultures...
Pandemic conversation: How can we stay relatively safe?
With a highly infectious Omicron third wave, the pandemic conversation is now shifting to how communities and individuals can keep themselves safe.
On an average,...
Where philanthropy and passion meet on the open road
Sydney-based Birinder Singh lives for the thrill of the open road on his Suzuki Boulevard M109R every week, fortnight, or month. But he is...
Harmony & holidays: Indian flair in Aussie Christmas cheer
From cherished customs rooted in India to embracing the diversity of Australian celebrations, discover how these three families have created a heart-warming celebration of...
Why we need to talk about Covid vaccine & children
Ten-year old Akash*, who goes to a school in Melton, is not vaccinated. His mother Supriya* says she is happy with not going ahead...
Cultural soundscapes: Harmonising voices in diverse Australia
Welcome to the voices of multicultural Australia. In this collection, we bring together diverse voices from across the Victorian landscape, each sharing their unique...
Doctor’s diary: Sarat’s journey to Home Hill triumph
Dr Sarat Chandra Viswanadh began his medical career in the rural town of Nellimarla in Andhra Pradesh, India. Joining the newly established Maharajahs Institute...
The bold plan to teach multicultural communities to swim
Taking a dip in the water is as quintessentially Aussie as barbecues, but for many in the multicultural community, swimming isn’t a central activity.
Over...
Why the row over naming of Guru Nanak Lake in Berwick Springs?
In 2019, during the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, the Sikh community in Victoria proposed establishing a landmark...