Dear Visitor ji,
Best wishes on the occasion of India’s 67th Independence Day.
All Indo-Australians are proud to celebrate the day and show India’s "Unity in Diversity". On behalf of all member associations, FINACT invites you for the 67th Indian Independence Day Celebrations displaying the richness of Indian culture. The event is being organised in association with India-Australia Association of Canberra and presenting a variety of cultural programs.
Please show the strength and unity of Indian communities on the day, rejoice the vivid presentation and make the event a grand success.
Venue: Weston Neighbourhood Hall, 6 Gritten Street, Weston
Date: Sunday 17th August 2014
Time: 3-6pm
Entry: Free
Please find below inspiring messages and good wishes from our leaders in the ACT.
JAI HIND!
President
On behalf of the Executive Committee
Flag Hoisting Ceremony at the High Commission of India
 On the occasion of the 67th Anniversary of India’s Independence a Flag Hoisting Ceremony will be held at the High Commission of India, 3 Moonah Place Yarralumla on Friday the 15th August, 2014 at 9.00am. All members of the Indian community are cordially invited to attend and are requested to be at the site by 8.45am.
We shall be grateful if you could kindly circulate this information among the members of your Association.
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Independence Day Message from His Excellency Sri Biren Nanda
On behalf of the High Commission of India in Canberra and the Government of India, I would like to convey my heartfelt good wishes on the occasion of India's Independence Day 2014.
The Federation of Indian Associations of ACT has been playing a very significant and substantial role in promoting the welfare of the Indian community in Canberra, ACT.
Message
The celebrations of India's Independence Day are an occasion to reflect upon the diversity of Indian culture and the contributions of the Indian community to multiculturalism in Australia. Indeed, the Indian community in Australia has a unique role to play as a bridge promoting relations between India and Australia.
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Independence Day Message from the ACT Chief Minister
It is with great pleasure that I extend congratulations to the Indian community on the 67th anniversary of independence.
The Indian community in Canberra is strong and vibrant, contributing significantly to business, tourism, education and the sporting, artistic and cultural life of the nation's capital.
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Canberrans look forward to the National Multicultural Festival each year and the Indian community's contribution to the festival is greatly enjoyed and appreciated.
This important occasion is also an excellent opportunity to acknowledge the work of the Federation of Indian Associations of the ACT (FINACT} for uniting the community in the ACT region.
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Cricket Tournament - FINACT T-20 in Oct-Nov 2014
For last 3 years, FINACT T-20 tournament has been FINACT’s signature event, well accepted by all Indian communities and popularity overgrowing to wider Australian communities. Due to the ICC world cup 2015 scheduled for Feb – March 2015, FINACT has decided to bring forward FINACT’s T-20 tournament schedule to avoid clashes with ICC World Cup schedules.
FINACT’s fourth annual T-20 tournament is scheduled to start on 12 October and finals on 9 November 2014. To spice it up, the best players of the tournament will have an opportunity to represent India during the first ever ACT Cricket Mini World Cup.
FINACT is inviting the member associations to send their expression of interest and team nominations to FINACT by 15 September 2014. The draws will be held by the Indian High Commissioner on the auspicious day of Gandhi Jayanthi, 2 October.
FINACT is also actively seeking sponsorships for the T-20 Tournament. Please provide your suggestions and/or be a sponsor for the most successful Indian community cricket event in the ACT.
Independence Day Message from FINACT Patron
I convey my best wishes to Canberra's Indian community in marking the 67th Independence Day of the Republic of India.
Canberra is a wonderfully diverse city and the contribution of Australians of Indian origin now adds to the richness of our community.
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The ACT Government and community continue to work to provide opportunities to showcase, celebrate and increase community understanding about Canberra's cultural diversity- and the celebration of India's Independence is another reminder of our local diversity.
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ACT Mini World Cup - Nov-Dec 2014
FINACT in association with ACT Cricket and ACT Sports are the prime organisers of first ever ACT Cricket Mini World Cup. The mini world cup is scheduled for November – December 2014, following FINACT’s T-20 tournament.
The best players of FINACT T-20 tournament will be selected to represent India at the ACT World Cup, so get competitive, tune up your skills and register your team for FINACT T-20 tournament.
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Independence Day Message from Senator Zed Seselja
It is my great pleasure to offer my best wishes to the Federation of Indian Associations of the ACT (FINACT) and the wider Indian community on the occasion of the 67th Indian Independence Day.
FINACT has played an important role in promoting Indian culture throughout Canberra. Associations such as FINACT strengthen the bond between our two countries, and by sharing your culture with our community you help make Canberra an even more vibrant and dynamic city.
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Cultural associations fulfill an important and valuable role in our communities and this celebration will be a time to reflect on the commitment and dedication of each individual that has devoted time and energy in any capacity over the years.
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Independence Day Message from Senator Kate Lundy
It is with great pleasure that I extend my best wishes to the Indian Community on the occasion of the 67th Indian Independence Day. In doing so, I particularly acknowledge the contribution of the Federation of Indian Associations of the ACT and all those involved in this important celebration.
The Indian community here in the ACT is renowned for its vibrancy which has helped to shape many aspects of Canberran life. It forms a vital part of our multicultural society and makes a major contribution to Canberra's cultural, social and economic life.
Message
Independence Day celebrations are rich in historical and cultural significance, reminding us that tradition, his tory and culture play an important role in enriching our society as a whole.Independence Day is also an opportunity for us to come together and reflect on the value of freedom which is upheld in both Australia and India.
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Calling for Nominations for the 2014 Multicultural Awards
Nominations for the ACT Government’s Multicultural Awards are now being sought to shine a light on individuals and organisations which actively support and promote multiculturalism in Canberra.
The awards acknowledge the outstanding contributions of individuals or organisations that have actively supported cultural diversity and made a real impact in promoting community harmony.
Now in their fourth year, the seven award categories include: ACT Multicultural Advocate of the Year Award; Business Employer of the Year Award; Community Organisation of the Year Award; Education Award; Media Award; Public Sector Award; Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award.
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Independence Day Message from the Hon Andrew Leigh MP
Indian Independence is one of the great events of human history. The 67th anniversary is a chance for us to acknowledge the achievements of Indian democracy, supported by the Indian diaspora around the globe.
Fourteen years ago, I spent a month in India, travelling and meeting with public intellectuals and political leaders of all parties. One person I met with was Narendra Modi, who was then the General Secretary of the BJP.
I congratulate Prime Minister Modi on his election, and hope he will visit Australia in November for the G20, the first Indian Prime Minister since 1988 to do so.
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Independence Day Message from the Hon Giulia Jones MLA
I am pleased to congratulate you on the 67th Anniversary of Indian Independence.
As the Shadow Minister for Multicultural Affairs I am so honoured to support FINACT and the Indian community here in Canberra and to be a part of this great celebration.
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Last year I had the pleasure of attending the Indian Independence day celebrations; it was one of my favourite events of the year. The celebrations have a great community atmosphere that is vibrant and full of life and I especially appreciate that the FINACT and IAAC events are so family friendly.
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2014-15 Work Experience and Support Program
The Work Experience and Support Program (WESP) is designed to help Canberrans from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds enter the workforce by providing an opportunity to improve skills and confidence, as well as develop important networks within the ACT Public Service.
Registration for the first intake of the 2014-15 WESP will close on Friday, 15 August 2014. Expressions of interest received by this date will then be invited to submit a formal application for the program.
To register your interest in participating in this program, or for further information, please contact the WESP Coordinator on (02) 6205 3047 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
More info: For more information visit the website.
2015 National Multicultural Festival: 13-15 February 2015
A kaleidoscope of colours, sounds, sights, flavours and fun is set to transform Canberra when the 2015 National Multicultural Festival unfolds in the city centre next February.
The festival will feature all the key events and performances it’s renowned for, including: the Food and Dance Spectacular, Greek Glendi, Carnival in the City, Chinese New Year and Pacific Island Showcase.
During the 2014 festival, more than 250,000 people flocked to the heart of the city to revel in Canberra’s love affair with its cultural diversity.
New report reveals the people of Australia
A new report compiling data from the 2011 Census provides a key statistical picture of our population and the make-up of our migrant communities.
Comparing 2006 and 2011 census data, the report provides profiles of our existing migrant pool.
Key statistics of The People of Australia report reveal:
- 252 overseas places of birth represented in the current Australian population, with England in top spot with more than 900,000 people and New Zealand second with 483,000
- The growing importance of Asian migration to Australia - in 2011, there were 148,000 more people born in India, 112,000 more Chinese and 51,000 more people born in the Philippines compared with 2006
- The main non-English languages spoken in Australia are Mandarin, Arabic, Italian, Cantonese, Greek and Vietnamese which are all spoken at home by at least 1 per cent of the population.
The report will assist governments and other agencies to respond to the challenges of providing services in a diverse cultural environment, including identification of sectors most in need of English language services.
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