Federation of indian associations of act (finact) Inc

Coordination :: Cooperation :: Collaboration

This is particularly a difficult message for me to write because at the time when we should have been celebrating the festivities of Diwali the news of untimely death of Manmeet Alisher has saddened the community. The brutal incomprehensible act of cruelty, and the manner in which Manmeet died has spread shockwave within the community.

Manmeet Alisher was a generous and kind-hearted man, who was committed to his community back home and in Australia. There are sentiments of anguish within the community but we must not reach to any conclusions while the police investigations are underway. We have full faith in the justice system of our country and we believe that the guilty will be appropriately and adequately punished by the law of land. Our prayers are for the departed soul and with family of Manmeet. Cricket team players, supporters and spectators along with FINACT officials paid rich tribute to the departed soul on Sunday 30 October.

In an another development, you may be aware that Indian High Commissioner to Australia, His Excellency Mr Navdeep Suri has been appointed as an Ambassador to United Arab Emirates and will be leaving Australia soon. UAE being a strategically important nation and a major supplier of major sources of energy to India is home to around 2.6 million-strong Indian community, it would be an important placement for Mr Suri. 

Finally, the ‘Westpac-FINACT T-20 Tournament’ has entered into Quarter Final Stage. The league matches have witnessed some nerves and some very anxious moments. The final match will be played 3.00pm onwards at Nicholls Neighbourhood Oval, Clarrie Hermes Drive, Nicholls on 20 November 2016.

Invitation for Final Match on 20 November at Nicholls Neighbourhood Oval

On behalf of FINACT I cordially invite you to attend the closing ceremony of the tournament at Nicholls Oval, Clarrie Hermes Drive, Nicholls from 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm on 20^th November 2016. There will be drinks, snacks and of cultural performances and kid’s activities to mark the closing ceremony. The evening will offer the full on entertainment for the whole family, your presence will encourage the players and the participants.

Amardeep Singh 

President

The Tournament Cup Title Sponsor - Westpac

Quarter Final Matches on Sun 6 November at Kaleen Ovals

We would like to advise you that the Westpac - FINACT T-20 Cricket Tournament 2016-17 pool matches are now complete and the following teams have reached the quarter finals:

• Deccan Warriors
• Gujarath Lions
• Karnataka Bulldozers
• Kerala Warriors
• PK XI
• Punjab Lions
• R. P. CSA Kings
• Turbo Tamils

Quarter finals matches will be played on Sunday, 6 November at the Kaleen Sports Oval. We would like to invite you and your association members to come and watch the quarter finals matches.

Quarter Final Matches: Sun 6 November  

Invitation: Final Match & Award Ceremony on Sun 20 November

The final match will be played on Sunday, 20^th November 2016 and an award ceremony will follow.

Venue:  Nichols Neighbourhood Cricket Oval
Date:     Sunday, 20^th November 2016
Time:     3 - 6pm  Match & 6 - 6.30pm  Awards Ceremony

FINACT would like to cordially invite you and your association members for the final match and the awards ceremony.

We have invited several VIPs including the federal and state political leaders and elected representatives.  We are also expecting either the Indian High Commissioner or his Deputy to grace the occasion.

On the finals day lots of entertainment activities are planned.

• Refreshments for all
• Free face painting
• Free Jumping castle for kids
• Cultural items like crowd entertaining Bhangra dances and other items

How you can support/sponsor the Tournament

We appreciate sponsors of this tournament. Please note that your association and your members are also welcome to contribute to the success of this event by setting up stalls or tables at the play grounds to:

• Promote business, cultural and social activities of your association
• Set up food stalls
• Set up language school stalls
• Set up sales or marketing stalls
• Display/distribute promotional materials

Associations, businesses and individuals interested in the above promotional activities are requested to obtain prior approval of FINACT for setting up the stalls and tables. Please send your expression of interest to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.';document.getElementById('cloak484760e9221cf793c8e438f58d35a5d4').innerHTML += ''+addy_text484760e9221cf793c8e438f58d35a5d4+'<\/a>'; or contact me on 0438 446 268

Kindly circulate this message to your association members and their friends.

Thank you and regards,

Venkatesh Bidarkal
Coordinator – Community Services, FINACT

General Council Meeting at the Parliament House (members only)

FINACT General Council Meeting is scheduled on Tuesday 15 November 2016 at the Parliament House. Invitation for participation has been sent to all member associations.

Agenda items include briefing by our host Senator the Hon Zed Seselja, introducing new associations seeking membership, review of activities since last GC meeting - FINACT EC meetings with elected representatives of ACT legislative assembly and federal parliament, CPM General Secretary Mr Sitaram Yechuri’s interactive session - financial status, upcoming events/activities, Cricket Tournaments, Multicultural Festival and Community Harmony day. 

We will also consider how to improve communication between FINACT’s member associations and broader ACT community. If you have any concern or issues to raise, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Pre Final Dinner and High Commissioner's Farewell (by invitation)

The High Commissioner of India Mr Navdeep Suri has been assigned another important task by the Government of India and will be departing Australia leaving an exceptional impression among the communities and diplomatic circles. 

During his short stay of around 18 months in Australia Mr Suri has made a special place for himself in the hearts of Australians and he will be leaving behind as true success story in terms of not only the Indo-Australian diplomatic relationships but also enhancing the acuity of India among Australian.  

FINACT and its members associations is hosting a farewell dinner for His Excellency shortly. The member parliament from Eden Monaro Dr Mike Kelly (confirmed) and Senator Zed Seselja (yet to confirm) are requested for their esteemed presence at the pre-final dinner party along with both the finalist teams and bid a farewell to His Excellency Mr Suri.   

Results of League Matches 

Week 1 - 23^rd October

Ground - Lyneham 209     

Kerala Warriors- 59/10  in   16.2 overs                      

Gujarat Lions -    60/3    in   11   overs        Won     

Man of Match - Mehul (5 wickets/3.5 overs)

Pondicherry Panthers   -  94/10   in  20 overs                         

Kerala Warriors   -  95/8      in 18   overs        Won     

Man of Match - Arun Samynathan (4 wickets/4 overs)

Ground - Lyneham 210    

Punjab Lions  -    133/5   in  20  overs                        

Karnataka Bulldozers      135/8  in   19.4 overs       Won     

Man of Match - Sumit Grover (2 wickets/33 overs, 8 Runs not out)

Telugu Lions       156/4  in   20  overs                        

Karnataka Bulldozers      159/4  in   16.1  overs      Won     

Man of Match - Prasad Mayker (74 runs)

Ground - Lyneham 211

Deccan Warriors               118/7 in   20    overs                      

BJSM PK XI      120/3  in   15.1  overs      Won     

Man of Match - Jai (63 runs Not out)

BJSM PK XI      204/10  in 20   overs        Won      

Rajasthan Tigers               129/4   in  20  overs    

Man of Match - Gagandeep (43 runs not out)                 

Ground - Kaleen 209         

R. P. CSA Kings   165/1    in  17.1  overs      Won      

Delhi Strikers     163/6  in   20  overs                        

Man of Match - Jaspreet (74 runs)

Jai Hind XI                                                           

Delhi Strikers                                                    

Ground - Kaleen 210         

Jai Hind XI            54/10   in  20   overs                       

Turbo Tamils      254/3  in   20  overs         Won     

Man of Match - Vijay Selivarathnam (Century Not out)

Turbo Tamils      140/10 in 19 overs          Won      

R. P. CSA Kings   116/8 in    20  overs                        

Man of Match - Sarath G (67 runs)

Week 2  - 30^th October

Ground - Deakin 205         

Pondicherry Panthers    123/10 in 20   overs                       

Gujarat Lions     193/7   in  20 overs          Won     

Man of Match - Dinesh (77 Runs)

Rajasthan Tigers               120/9  in   20                          

Deccan Warriors               123/4   in  18.4        Won     

Man of Match - Surya D (54 Not out)

Ground - Deakin 211         

Jai Hind XI            28/10                                    

Delhi Strikers     29/0    in   2   overs           Won     

Delhi Strikers     142/5  in   20 overs          Won     

Turbo Tamils      122/10 in  20   overs                       

Ground - Deakin 105         

Punjab Lions      148/4    in 19  overs         Won      

Telugu Lions       147/10  in 20  overs                         

Man of Match -  Ajit (77 runs)

Sangeet Sargam on Friday 4 November at Albert Hall

Diwali Mela 2016 - Sun 6 November 2016