Majlis Muhibah Aidilfitri

Assalamualaikum & Salam Sejahtera,

Victoria Malaysian Postgraduates Association (VMPGA) cordially invites you, your family and friends to

Majlis Muhibah Aidilfitri
on 4th of November 2007, 11:00AM
at North Melbourne Town Hall*

Do join us all in this festivity with the rest of the Malaysian community at Muhibah Aidilfitri!

For further information, please contact Nushi Mahfodz (nushimahfodz@yahoo.com), Mahazan Mutalib (mahazan2uim@yahoo.com) or Basha Othman (basha_othman@yahoo.com).


*North Melbourne Town Hall is on the corner of Queensberry & Errol St, North Melbourne.
Melways Ref: 2A J9

Parking is available on surrounding streets. Be aware that local resident parking restriction may be enforced.

Public Transportation: Take Number 57 tram from Elizabeth St. Alight at Stop 12.

MASCA AGM postponed

Dear MSO's and Observers

It is with great regret that I have to inform you that the MASCA Vic AGM has been postponed to the 3rd week of March 2008 due to the rushed nature of holding it this year. This will enable everyone to concentrate on the more important things (ie studies and exams).

We hope this has not inconvenienced anyone and thank you to all who have sent us a copy of their annual report and nominations. Nominations will be open until the AGM. So, there will be loads of time to think and consider about potential candidates for the mentioned positions.

Once again sorry for any inconvenience caused. Good luck to all for the upcoming exams and we, the committee of MASCA Vic look forward to working with you in the future.

Thank you.
Anthea Kwan
Secretary
MASCA Vic

MASCA Victoria AGM

Details of AGM
Date : 20th OCTOBER 2007 (SATURDAY)
Time : 2pm
Venue : Malaysia Hall, K4 High Street - Directions here: http://www.msdaustralia.org.au /Myhall2.htm#DMM

1) Report from all affiliates & observers

Annual report & Financial report: all affiliates are requested to submit a report on their activities throughout the year, financial standing and any other problems / issues the associations may have.

The reports are to be distributed to all members and attendees of the AGM. MASCA Victoria will be able to print your reports (annual report & financial report) if you could send them within a reasonable time. The last date you can send your reports to us will be the 16th of October 2007. However you are more than welcome to print these reports out yourselves. Please make sure you provide sufficient copies (20 or so).

Chairpersons: you are to present the report during the AGM. (Introduce your committee, annual report, financial report - briefly, only 10 minutes. Powerpoint presentations are welcome, but please give notice).

2) Nominations of MASCA Victoria positions 2007-2008.

Nominations must be made in writing, signed by 2 members of the association. Nominations must be delivered to masca_vic@yahoo.com at least 5 days before the date fixed for the AGM.(16th October 2007) Nomination forms are attached to this e-mail. Nominations closes on the Tuesday, 16th October 2007.

Positions:
a) Chairperson
b) Deputy Chairperson,
c) Secretary
d) Treasurer
e) Liaison Director

*Positions (a) - (e): open only to affiliates of MASCA Victoria (all members of MSOs & observers, including MASCA Victoria current councils- (experience is essential)

f) Cultural Director
g) Education and Career Development Director
h) Social and Welfare Director
i) Information & Technology Director

**Positions (f) - (g): open to all Malaysian students studying in Melbourne.

All nominees will be contacted by the council to prove capabilities.
All nominations will be reviewed by the MASCA Victoria Executive Councils and nominees will be contacted in writing whether the nomination is accepted / rejected.

3) Notice of any other business

Please write to us at masca_vic@yahoo.com should there be any additional business/agenda you would like to raise during the meeting.

4) Votes per MSO

Each MSO (including MASCA Victoria) will be entitled to 5 votes.
A proxy may be nominated. (form attached with this e-mail)

Attached with this e-mail:
i) Nomination form
ii) Proxy form

Please e-mail us at masca_vic@yahoo.com should you need further clarification.

Yours sincerely,
Karthiben Mahendranathan

President

MASCA Victoria

Jemputan ke Majlis Sambutan Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1428H dan Rumah Terbuka MSDA bersama Persatuan Pelajar Malaysia di Victoria

Assalamu’alaikum wbt. dan Selamat Sejahtera,

Jemputan ke Majlis Sambutan Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1428H dan Rumah Terbuka MSDA bersama Persatuan Pelajar Malaysia di Victoria

Dengan segala sukacitanya, Jabatan Penuntut Malaysia Australia (JPMA) dengan kerjasama Kelab Dewan Malaysia Melbourne (KDMM), Victoria Melbourne Postgraduate Australia (VMPGA), Kelab UMNO Australia Melbourne (KUAM), Federal of Australian Muslim Student Youth – Malaysian Students’ Department (FAMSY-MSD), Petronas Victoria Club (PETROVIC), dan Malaysian Association Student Council Australia (MASCA); ingin menjemput semua warga Malaysia di sekitar Melbourne untuk menunaikan Solat Sunat Hari Raya Aidilfitri dan Rumah Terbuka seperti berikut:


Tarikh: 13 Oktober 2007 (1 Syawal 1427 Hijrah)
Hari: Sabtu
Tempat: Dewan Malaysia Melbourne
K4 High Street, Windsor 3181, Victoria
(Stop 27 - Tram 3, 5, 6, 7, 16, 64, 67)
Melway 58 (B6)

Aturcara majlis adalah seperti berikut:

8.15 am Ketibaan tetamu
8.30 am Takbir raya
9.00 am Solat Sunat Hari Raya Aidilfitri
9.45 am Jamuan Rumah Terbuka
12.30 pm Majlis bersurai

Untuk kemudahan para tetamu, beberapa perkara yang perlu diambil perhatian adalah seperti berikut:

• Pihak KDMM tidak menyediakan kemudahan tempat letak kereta. Walau bagaimanapun, terdapat kemudahan tempat letak kereta awam berbayar di sepanjang jalan (High Street dan St. Kilda Road).
  
  
• Sila bawa jaket atau baju sejuk kerana majlis akan dibuat di kawasan terbuka (outdoor) dan cuaca dijangka agak sejuk (8 – 16°C)
  
  
• Bilangan sejadah dan tikar adalah terhad. Justeru itu, saudara-saudari adalah digalakkan untuk membawa sejadah dan tikar sendiri.

Semoga Syawal pada tahun ini lebih meriah dengan kehadiran saudara-saudari sekalian. Kami juga mengalu-alukan sebarang sumbangan berbentuk juadah untuk jamuan Hari Raya.

SELAMAT HARI RAYA. MAAF ZAHIR BATIN


Ikhlas,

NOOR AZIZI MARDI
Presiden
(0405574627)

AGM 2007 & Mooncake Festival

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Annual General Meeting 2007

It is the time of the year to elect new committees for next year. Please nominate members whom you know are confident and has leadership qualities. Feel free to nominate yourself if you want to be in the board. E-mail us (msa_rmit@yahoo.com) & give us the person’s name, e-mail address and contact number.

Please take into consideration that good committee members will bring the club a better future and thus give you more benefits. Nomination will end on 2nd October 2007 (Tuesday). Those who are nominated will receive an e-mail from us for further notice.

All members are encouraged to attend the AGM and please bring along your friends who are not members for them to register with us.

Date: 5th October 2007
Time: 4.30pm
Location: International Student Lounge Room, RMIT University (City campus - Building 10.4.31)

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"MOONCAKE FESTIVAL"

Coming back to lectures and tutorials after a short break is so "uncool". Knowing it's 3 weeks left before the semester exams and graduation, MSA - RMIT University is having the Mooncake Festival. It's a popular Asian celebration of abundance and togetherness, dating back over 3,000 years to China's Zhou Dynasty (refer to Wikipedia for more info:-D). There is going to be heaps of food, games, tea, lanterns and socializing, so come along with your friends & let's celebrate!

Date: 5th October 2007 (Friday)
Time: 8.30pm
Location: Bowen Lane, RMIT University (City campus - check your student diary)
Fees: AUD$5 only

Draculas’ Cabaret Dinner

Dear members,

MSA RMIT is organizing a social gathering in the famous Draculas’ Cabaret Restaurant. Those who have not been to this restaurant, this is your chance! Draculas’ has won a lot of tourism awards. So come join us in a night of excellent performances, fantastic ambience and great company.

Date: 20/9/2007 (Thursday)
Time: 7pm (Pls be punctual..Or else you’ll miss the ghost train!)
Venue: Draculas’ Cabaret Restaurant
100 Victoria Street, Carlton.
(On the corner of Cardigan Street , just behind the Carlton Baths.)
Fee: $ 50 (normal price - $ 65/$59)
RSVP: Pls reply to us with your name, contact details and number of people you’re bringing or call 04 33 159953 (Jay Ee) by 17th Sept (Monday).

What does the price include?
Ticket price includes ghost train ride, three-course dinner, all pre-show entertainment and a two-hour live horror-comedy show. Drinks and souvenirs are not included in the ticket price but can be purchased on the night.

What is the current show?
'Vampirates' opened 6th June 2007

Dracula's takes the plunge into the high camp world of Vampire Pirates in this fast-paced comedy voyage of the damned. The costumes are lavish, the comedy is jet-black, and the acts are a feast for the senses - All set to a rockin' song list that'll have you stomping your peg leg.

Prepare yourself for mind bending optical illusions, hysterical comedy skits, loads of puppets, mime, magic and live rock music productions that "Aaarrrrr Amazing!"

Vampirates continues Dracula's tradition of highly visual, professionally produced entertainments that feature a hand picked cast of outrageously talented performers.

Ticket price includes a Ghost Train ride, quality three course dinner and non-stop entertainment*(Winner 2007 National Tourism Awards - Best Australian Tourism Hospitality Venue).

"It's so ingenious it's mind blowing. The cast, swathed in lusty body gear, salivates over the wicked script with raunchy relish." Ken Lord Sunday Courier Mail "

" A slick, fast moving production appealing to anyone aged 17-70" John Hamilton HWT

What does the menu include?
Dracula's has a three-course set menu with a choice of 5 mains. Vegetarians are catered for.

What happens when the show finishes?
The cocktail bar and disco is open until midnight. Please join its crazy team for a drink and a dance before you leave us for the evening.

Regards,
MSA RMIT

AGM 2007/2008

Dear members,

It is the time of the year to elect new committees for next year. Please nominate members you know whom you are confident that the person will make a good committee next year. Feel free to nominate yourself if you want to be in the board yourself. Please e-mail us and give us the person’s name, e-mail address and contact number.

Please take into consideration that good committee members will bring the club a better future and thus give you more benefits. Nomination will end next Tuesday (18/9). Those who are nominated will receive an e-mail from us for further notice.

Thanks for your patience and enthusiasm for this year. We hope that all of you enjoyed and will enjoy the activities that we organized.

Regards,
MSA RMIT

Merdeka Activities!!!!

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Come out Come out n play!!!
Poster is self explanatory. See u there!! bring friends...
Hot.. friends... preferable.. ahahha jokes


ALSO!!!
right after that, on friday night, we've got a dinner gathering for chatter and catching up @ Bali Bagus. See Azera's post below:

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Hope everyone in a good health.
MSA RMIT would like to invite all of you to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Independant Day.
So, here it comes one of our annual events of the year : MERDEKA DINNER 2007.

Date: 31st August 2007 (friday)
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: Bali Bagus Restaurant, 85 Franklin Street, Melbourne
(In front of ALdi and Milano Apartment)
Menu: Buffet (4 dishes with finger foods)
Price: $15 per person

Thus, spread the news around~!
Reply to us at msa_rmit@yahoo.com or send an email to me (Azera) at pasu_pecah@yahoo.com ('',)

3-on-3 Basketball Tournament (Update)

Hi Members,

Due to the lack of response, MSA-RMIT University have to postpone the Basketball Tournament to a later date.

We encourage all members to continue sending your participation forms to msa_rmit@yahoo.com in and I am sure when the date is confirmed, we shall have a fantastic tournament.

Regards,
MSA - RMIT University

KPMG in RMIT University tomorrow!!

When: 530pm to 630pm
Where: Bourke St. Campus
Bld 108, Lvl 7, Room 18

Be there or be Square...

Regards,
MSA-RMIT University

3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

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Bowling Event

Bowling was awesome. Had more than 20 members who came to bowl and here is the winner for this bowling event:

BILL

Thank you all for coming and see you at our next event!

Sounds of Light

Ernst & Young Malaysia is visiting Melbourne

Graduan Fair Flyer 2007!

MASCA National Conference and Games 2007 - Victoria Selection

SPORT: Table Tennis

PERSON IN CHARGE: Jay Ee & Nurul Ain

SELECTION METHOD: Best teams/ individuals

LOCATION: RMIT University, Mirror Room (Bld 8, Level 3, behind the gym)

DATE: 5th May 2007 (Saturday)

TIME: 12 to 3pm

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SPORT: Basketball

PERSON IN CHARGE: Amrit & Umar

SELECTION METHOD: Best team

LOCATION: RMIT University, city campus. Basketball court

DATE: 5th May 2007 (Saturday)

TIME: 12 to 3pm

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SPORT: Tennis

PERSON IN CHARGE: Rafiq

SELECTION METHOD: Best teams/ individuals

LOCATION: Flagstaff Garden

DATE: 5th May 2007 (Saturday)

TIME: 11 to 5pm

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SPORT: Volley Ball

PERSON IN CHARGE: Faliq & Rowena

SELECTION METHOD: Best team (MIX)

LOCATION: Melbourne Uni Sport Complex

DATE: 5th May 2007 (Saturday)

TIME: 11 to 5pm

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SPORT: Badminton

PERSON IN CHARGE: Jay Ee

SELECTION METHOD: Best teams/ individuals

LOCATION: RMIT Bundoora

DATE: 6th May 2007 (Sunday)

TIME: 12 to 4pm

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SPORT: Futsal

PERSON IN CHARGE: Ben

SELECTION METHOD: Best team

LOCATION: La Trobe Uni. Sport Complex

DATE: 6th May 2007 (Sunday)

TIME: 12 to 4pm


Please contact Jay Ee at darth_82@hotmail.com or 0433-159-953 for more details!

Movie screening: Sepet

Dear members,

MSA RMIT will be organising a movie night in conjunction with the International Week. Details will be as follow:

Movie title: Sepet

Date: 4th of May (Friday)

Time: 7-9pm

Venue: Building 12 Level 5 Room 2

Fee: 2 dollars

Synopsis: 19-year old Ah Loong is in charge of a stall selling pirated vcd's. Contrary to what you might expect someone of his social standing to be, Ah Loong is an incurable romantic with an unlikely hobby - he loves to read and write poetry. Quite content to carry on being the Romeo of the slums, Ah Loong's life takes a sudden turn one day when a 16-year old Malay schoolgirl arrives at his stall in search of Wong Kar-Wai's films.

Those who are interested pls purchase your tickets on Wednesday 11am-2pm. MSA will be having a booth on Bowen Street for the market day. Otherwise, you can purchase the tickets on the spot before the screening of the film. However, PLACES ARE LIMITED! So it is better to purchase your tickets in advance! Feel free to bring your friends along. The price of the ticket will be the same for non-members.

Old Melbourne Gaol.....Spooky

Fantastic turn out today with a total of 40 participants for the Old Melbourne Gaol trip. Despite being a bit lengthy with the tour guide giving explanations to everything; it was scary in some ways.

Please have a look at our pictures and recap what we all went through the 1st night of our Easter break. Have a enjoyable Easter Break and see you in a week's time.

Photos - Flickr

BBQ Review

Attendance was expected, heaps of food for everyone to eat and most importantly the old meets the new. Enjoyable day I would say; many of the newbies are eager to come for more events and many of them I can see are possible committee members for 2008 :D

Anyway, check the BBQ pictures by clicking on the "Photos - Flickr" on the right-hand side. A sneak picture from the album :D

EVENT: Night Tour to the Old Melbourne Gaol

MSA RMIT will be organising a Night Tour to the Old Melbourne Gaol. This is a rare opportunity to go on an adventurous tour with your friends as this is a private tour booked by MSA.

Explore the imposing interior of the Old Melbourne gaol at night when it would normally be locked and left to the restless souls within.

Experience a creative blend of cutting edge theatre and historical fact that brings the forbidden secrets of the prison to life by candlelight. It will be a guided tour by the 'Hangman' himself.

This is an enthralling tour that you wouldn't want to do alone...The details of the tour follows:

Date: 5th of April (Thursday) - The 1st day of our Easter break
Time: 8:30pm
Venue: Old Melbourne Gaol, Russell Street, Melbourne (Just behind RMIT)
Price:

1. Members - 20 dollars
2. Non-members - 25 dollars
   **Special offer!!! Pay 23 dollars and become a member of MSA RMIT and enjoy the benefits of being a member!!**
   

Please be punctual on that day. We wouldn't want to start the tour late as most of us don't want to stay in the gaol till late to witness any ghostly activities, do we? (Just kidding) We will gather in front of the gaol and collect the payments before proceeding with the tour.

Feel free to bring your friends along! With just 3 dollars extra they get to enjoy the benefits of being a member of MSA RMIT.

Those who are interested please reply to us at msa_rmit@yahoo.com ASAP with your name, number of friends going and your contact details. PLACES ARE LIMITED!!!

Chinese New Year Spectacular in Melbourne

The Chinese New Year Spectacular is a variety show introducing Chinese traditional culture and values to both Chinese and Westerners. A lot of effort has gone into bringing this performance to both the wider Chinese communities outside of China, and non-Chinese who have a genuine
interest in Chinese Culture. It is a show for all, and is sure to be a great hit.

With its theme of Myths and Legends and featuring genuine traditional Chinese Culture inspired by Chinas ancient legends and virtuous heroes, it is truly a divinely inspired showpiece of performing arts. This show is coming for the very first time to the best theatre in Melbourne, The Regent. There will be 3 shows at 1pm & 7.30pm on 23rd and 7.30pm 24th March.

For the Friday 23 March matinee that starts at 1pm. Tickets price for the student is only $30 and prices for evening show remain the same. But if you book the tickets from us we would like to offer 10% off and 20% off for group tickets (more than 10 poeple).

Please visit website below for more information with feedback from last year show in New York city:

shows.ntdtv.com

Bookings can be make through 9899 2645 daily from 10am to 7pm 7 days.

Please share with your community members and feel free to contact me (Peng Wang) on 0421 813 237 if you have further queries.

Jemputan dari Universiti Malaya

Assalamualikum w.b.t dan Selamat sejahtera,

Satu delegasi dari Universiti Malaya akan hadir di University of Melbourne Exchange Fair pada 20 Mac 2007. Pelajar-pelajar khususnya pelajar tahun akhir yang berminat untuk melanjutkan pelajaran ke peringkat Sarjana atau Doktor Falsafah di bawah tajaan Universiti Malaya adalah dijemput untuk menghadiri sesi temubual pada tarikh dan waktu yang berikut:

Mac 20, Selasa
10am-4pm di Conference Room 2, Old Physics Building, University of Melbourne

Mac 22, Khamis
2-4pm di Dewan Malaysia, K4 High Street, Windsor 3181

Untuk maklumat lanjut sila kunjungi laman web http://www.msdaustralia.org.au/Opportunity.htm

Terima kasih,
Noor Azizi Mardi
Kelab Dewan Malaysia Melbourne

FREE LUNCH

Dear members,

The Malaysian Students Association will be holding its welcoming BBQ and buffet this Saturday to welcome new members and also for old members to gather. Most importantly. IT IS TOTALLY FREE!!! Details are as follow:

Date: 17/3/2007 (Saturday)
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Venue: Bowen Street

Hope to see you guys there!!

Regards,
MSA RMIT

Events for year 2007

Below is the list of events for year 2007:

a) Welcoming BBQ at Bowen Street (DONE)
b) Movie Night (DONE)
c) Old Melbourne Goal Night Tour during Easter Break (DONE)
d) Merdeka Dinner
e) Mooncake Festival
f) Badminton Match
g) Basketball Competition

BBQ On The Dock by KUAM on 11th March 2007

Assalamualaikum wbt and Hi eveyone!

KUAM will be organizing its first event this year, 'BBQ On The Dock', for Malaysians on this Sunday, 11th of March 2007. The details of the event are as followed:

Venue: Docklands Park
Time: 12.00pm till 4.30 p.m.

Do spread the news to your friends and family members so that more people would come and join us! 2007 membership will also be opened on the day. We look forward to seeing you soon! Cheers!

p/s ; Bring your own mat since seats are limited.

Direction of the venue

• Take tram from La Trobe Street
• Stop at Stop-D4 (Central Pier/ Harbour Esplanade)
• The BBQ site is 3 mins walking distance from the tram stop.
• For those who are coming by car, go down till the end of La Trobe Street, turn left and drive further on and turn right for parking. The park is next to the parking area.
  

Regards,
KUAM

Friday Nite Out with MoMu

There is a event which MoMu is organizing this Friday. I refer to all of you the details below AS WRITTEN in their weblog:

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This Friday,
$5 entry into Beachclub, Docklands
Free champagne AND beer for all boys and girls who enter BEFORE 12 am.

See below for an e-flyer with more details. Errr, I know it says entry is $15 but this Friday it's $5. Bring your student cards okay! Don't forget, student cards are super important!


See you guys there!

Visit Malaysia 2007 - 50 years of Independence

Hello Everyone,

All of you must had a wonderful New Year's. I was in Times Square during New Year's and it was packed....

Just a reminder to all that this year is a very special year for all Malaysians......it's 50 years of independence! Do your best by getting some quarantine free food, spread the words and here is a snap-shot of the Tourism Malaysia website. You will all love it.....

http://www.tourism.gov.my/

Regards,
Amrit