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Hindi Samaj OF WA Inc Patrika OCTOBER 2011

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हिन्दी समाज

• Patrika September Edition

• Next event – Ladies Night Out:

Mehndi Night

• New Members

• HSWA Family Picnic

• Phulwari Update

• HSWA Patrikas

• CHOGM

– Hockey in Perth

Contents

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– ऑस्ट्रेलऱया मं भारतीय काययक्रम

- Indian Events in Australia

• Navrathri at Perth Hindu Temple

• Navrang – Navratri celebration

• Navratri 2011

• Secrets of Joyful Living

• Busy bee cleaning session

• Mental Health Week

• HSWA Mehndi Dinner & Dance

• Swan Festival of Lights

• ZAKIR HUSSAIN – Live in Perth (FREE

CONCERT)

• Diwali Mela

• Road, Movie – free screening

• Sri Sri Yoga

• Sound of Mumbai – free screening

• Bombay Royale – free concert

• Deepavali 2011

Patrika September Edition Hello members

Wondering where is September Patrika?

No, it wasn’t just your email address that it didn’t get

to.

Author aka Kaveesh prepared it before he went

touring Europe for some days for publishing but

as our ‘systems were down’ and we were

encountering ‘some delays’ it could not be sent

out on time due to ‘some technical issues’.

(Trust me it is better than being told that the plane you are

going to take had ‘some technical issues’ in its previous

flight)

So we thought, we might as well surprise you with 2

patrikas togethers (and a big attachment in an

email!)

Enjoy both newsletters this time

To compensate for that, here are some photos from

my Europe trip! 4

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Ladies Night Out Mehndi Dinner Dance 2011

Hindi Samaj of WA proudly presents

Mehndi Dinner Dance 2011 Date: 14th Oct

Time: 7-11pm

Venue: TBC

Entry: $20 (HSWA members)

$22 (Non-members) Includes 3 course dinner and drinks.

Mehndi will be on sale at cost price.

Hurry to reserve your spot latest by Monday, 10th Oct with

Mrs. Ila Goel on 0431 175 265 or email at

goelila@hotmail.com

Bank Details:

BSB: 066000 Acc No: 11053780

Limited tickets, so get in first.

Please note since this is a short notice event, it may be cancelled if

minimum numbers are not achieved. But we are quite positive, it will

be a sell out.

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Welcome new

members

Neeti Thakur & family

Suresh Nair & family

Dheeraj Gupta & family

Siddharth Bhattacharya & family

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HSWA Family Picnic

Get your picnic baskets ready!

HSWA family picnic will be on

coming soon in November

More details will be sent in the

next edition.

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Phulwari Update नन्िे मनु्ने बच्चे तेरी मटु्ठी मं क्या िै

Our Hindi Samaj ‘nanha munhas’ had a lot to offer and

show to their elders. Busting with happiness, lively

and colorful performances fuelled by their unlimited

energies was an evening of fun and enjoyment.

As kids showcased their immense talent, the usual DJ

man was still coping with his 8 hour jet lag having

returned to Perth less than 24 hours ago before the

show began. Even the slight sound hiccups were

shadowed by the amazing performances that kids put

on stage. HI5 to all involved. Great work little

champions.

Parents, take them out and buy them an ice cream, they

deserve it. Present them their certificates again on

their next birthday and let them be proud of their

achievements among all their friends.

Here are some glimpses from the evening

Enjoy

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Sur and Taal

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Des Pardes

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Stars of the night

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Ramayana in 5 minutes!

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Bollywood stars

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PatrikaSEPTEMBER 2011

CHOGM

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CHOGM brings Indian

Hockey team to Perth

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Day Gender Start Time WA

Finish Time WA

Start Time AEDST

Finish Time AEDST

Draw

Oct 20

Female 6.00pm 6.35pm 9.00pm 9.35pm Mal v Ind

Oct 20

Female 6.45pm 7.20pm 9.45pm 10.20pm Aus v Mal

Oct 20

Male 7.30pm 8.05pm 10.30pm 11.05pm Aus v Pak

Oct 20

Male 8.15pm 8.50pm 11.15pm 11.50pm NZ v Ind

Oct 21

Female 6.00pm 6.35pm 9.00pm 9.35pm Mal v Aus

Oct 21

Female 6.45pm 7.20pm 9.45pm 10.20pm Aus v Ind

Oct 21

Male 7.30pm 8.05pm 10.30pm 11.05pm Aus v NZ

Oct 21

Male 8.15pm 8.50pm 11.15pm 11.50pm Pak v Ind

Oct 22

Male 12.30pm 1.05pm 3.30pm 4.05pm Pak v NZ

Oct 22

Female 1.15pm 1.50pm 4.15pm 4.50pm Mal v Ind

Oct 22

Female 2.05pm 2.40pm 5.05pm 5.40pm Aus v Ind

Oct 22

Male 2.50pm 3.25pm 5.50pm 6.25pm Aus v Ind

Oct 23

Male 1.00pm 1.35pm 4.00pm 4.35pm 3 v 4

Oct 23 Female 2.05pm 2.40pm 5.05pm 5.40pm 1 v 2

Oct 23 Male 3.10pm 3.45pm 6.10pm 6.45pm 1 v 2

Fixture Day Comp

Gender

Start Time WA

Finish Time WA

Start Time

AEDST

Finish Time

AEDST

Draw

1 Thurs

Round

Female

6.00pm 6.35pm 9.00pm 9.35pm Mal v Ind

1 Thurs

Round

Female

6.45pm 7.20pm 9.45pm 10.20pm Aus v Mal

1 Thurs

Round

Male 7.30pm 8.05pm 10.30pm

11.05pm Aus v Pak

1 Thurs

Round

Male 8.15pm 8.50pm 11.15pm

11.50pm NZ v Ind

2 Fri Round

Female

6.00pm 6.35pm 9.00pm 9.35pm Mal v Aus

2 Fri Round

Female

6.45pm 7.20pm 9.45pm 10.20pm Aus v Ind

2 Fri Round

Male 7.30pm 8.05pm 10.30pm

11.05pm Aus v NZ

2 Fri Round

Male 8.15pm 8.50pm 11.15pm

11.50pm Pak v Ind

3 Sat Round

Male 12.30pm

1.05pm 3.30pm 4.05pm Pak v NZ

3 Sat Round

Female

1.15pm 1.50pm 4.15pm 4.50pm Mal v Ind

3 Sat Round

Female

2.05pm 2.40pm 5.05pm 5.40pm Aus v Ind

3 Sat Round

Male 2.50pm 3.25pm 5.50pm 6.25pm Aus v Ind

4 Sun Final Male 1.00pm 1.35pm 4.00pm 4.35pm 3 v 4

4 Sun Final Female

2.05pm 2.40pm 5.05pm 5.40pm 1 v 2

4 Sun Final Male 3.10pm 3.45pm 6.10pm 6.45pm 1 v 2

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Indian Events in Perth

• Navrathri at Perth Hindu Temple

• Navrang – Navratri celebration

• Navratri 2011

• Secrets of Joyful Living

• Busy bee cleaning session

• Mental Health Week

• HSWA Mehndi Dinner & Dance

• Swan Festival of Lights

• ZAKIR HUSSAIN – Live in Perth

(FREE CONCERT)

• Diwali Mela

• Road, Movie – free screening

• Sri Sri Yoga

• Sound of Mumbai – free screening

• Bombay Royale – free concert

• Deepavali 2011

Perth Hindu Temple

NAVARATHIRI FESTIVAL-2011

28th September – 6th October 2011

History:

Navarathri or „nine nights‟ is a Hindu festival which pays respects to three Hindu goddesses: Durga,

Lakshmi and Saraswathy. Navarathiri is symbolic for the defeat of Mahishasuran by Goddess

Devi who took the form as Sri Mahishasura Mardini (Chandika Devi). The battle raged for nine

days and nights. Finally on the tenth day of Ashwin shukla paksha, Sri Durga defeated and killed

the evil demon Mahishasuran and ushered peace on earth. It is in praise of this victory that Devi

is worshiped as Sri Durga on the first three days; as Sri Lakshmi from the fourth to the sixth day

and finally as Sri Saraswathy on the last three days.

The tenth day is celebrated as Vijaya Dasami marking the final victory of the three goddesses over

Mahishasuran. On this day, Sri Meenakshi Somasuntharar will give darshan in a procession

following the most auspicious ceremony of “Ambu Poduthal” (an event which captures the battle

with and the defeat of Mahishasuran).

PARTICIPATION:

Navarathiri will be celebrated on a very grand scale in the new temple. Special poojas

comprising Abishekam, Sahasranama Archana, Salanga pooja, Kanya pooja, Vidya pooja, and

cultural programmes have also been organised. Devotees are warmly invited to participate as a

family in this major celebration of the year and, enjoy the colours and the different alankarams

of Devi.

Please do come and seek the blessings of Sri Meenakshi, Sri Ashtadasabhuja Mahalakshmi Durga and

Sri Maha Mariamman for peace, good health, happiness, long life, good job prospects, good

education, growth of artistic talents, and removal of obstacles.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE?

Devotees may provide any or all of the following during the Navarathiri festival: milk, yoghurt,

sandle wood powder, tumeric powder, loose flowers, garlands, fruits and etc. You may

participate in the special sangalpam pooja at 7pm daily at a cost of $31 only. Alternatively, you

may host a day as part of a group. Consult the day host coordinator, list printed overleaf, for

details. You may also contact the Resident Priest on 9455 2097or Temple Administrator for more

information.

Those who wish to participate in this year’s Navarthri cultural programs please email to the

coordinator on skumar@iinet.net au or contact 0417929934

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Busy Bee Cleaning Session at

Ramakrishna Mission

Namaste to all

Dear Friends, devotees and well-wishers,there will be a busy

bee cleaning session coming Sunday the 9th October

The busy bee will begin at 11.00am and continue till

completed.

We would like to request that all who are able - please turn up

to assist.

Many Hands will make light work

Thank You and Warm regards

Unni

Ramakrishna Mission

Vedanta Church of Universal Religion

51 Golf View Street

Yokine WA 6060

Ph: 0410-569-585

www.vedantaaustralia.org

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Swan Festival of Lights

The Temple of Fine Arts and Annalakshmi Cultural Centre of

WA are proud to present the fourth annual Swan Festival

of Lights, from 21 – 22 October 2011 at the Supreme

Court Gardens, Perth.

This festival coincides with the most celebrated Indian

festival, Deepavali. While it is popularly known as the

"Festival of Lights", the most significant spiritual meaning

of Deepavali is "the awareness of the inner light”.

Attracting around 20,000 people over 4 days last year, the

Swan Festival of Lights is a multicultural festival with a

difference, featuring some of the best multicultural artists

representing WA’s various ethnic groups and a variety of

mouthwatering vegetarian cuisine prepared by

Annalakshmi On The Swan, as well as fun activities for

children.

With support from the Bell Tower and City of Perth this year’s

festival will showcase everything from the vibrant

Ukrainian Cossack dance to India’s famous epic, The

Ramayana. This is not only an alcohol and smoke free

event but also an entrance FREE festival.

The festival opens at 4.30 pm and the performances start at

6.00pm.

For more info about the festival, please visit www.sfol.com.au

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Zakir Hussain – LIVE in

Perth: Free Concert International drumming sensation Zakir Hussain brings his

Masters of Percussion performance to the stage to

complete the evening. A classical tabla virtuoso of the

highest order, Zakir is a national treasure in his country,

India, and has achieved worldwide acclaim. For this

performance he is joined by the dancing drummers of

Manipur, whose acrobatic choreography creates an

energetic percussion finale.

Light and fireworks illuminate Supreme Court Gardens as the

evening’s musical journey concludes, a symbol of new

beginnings and hope.

This event is alcohol free. Non-alcoholic beverages and a

variety of Indian food will be on sale. There will be space

for you to set up a picnic blanket; but please don’t bring

any glass items. The weather could get cold so come

prepared.

Some of the great Indian food available for purchase at the

event is thanks to the organisers of the Swan Festival of

Light, which is being held in the days preceding the

Commonwealth Festival - 21 to 22 October. For more

information visit the Festival of Light website.

Source: http://commonwealthfestival.com/program/opening-

celebration

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Road – Bollywood

Movie

This movie will be screened as

part of CHOGM’s ‘Films of the

Commonwealth’

Director: Dev Benegal

24th Oct, 12:30pm

State Library of Western

Australia Theatre

Entry: FREE

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Sound of Mumbai

A documentary about Ashish, an

11 year old boy from Bombay

Chamber Orchestra

Director: Sarah McCarthy

Duration: 65 min 15+

recommended

Wednesday, 26th Oct

Perth Cultural centre LED

Screen

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CHOGM Festival Finale

Bombay Royale which is a

Melbourne based group will be

playing some old tunes from

Bollywood 60’s and 70’s at the

closing night with some disco

and funk mixed in them.

3:00pm – 7:00pm

Sunday Oct 30

James Mitchell Park, South

Perth Foreshore

Free entry

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Disclaimer This newsletter is put together by Kaveesh Kumar (editor)

on behalf of Hindi Samaj of WA Inc.

The editor or the Hindi Samaj committee members take

care to ensure any contents including in the newsletter

are appropriate. However, Hindi Samaj of WA Inc. and

none of its committee

members are responsible for any errors and false

information provided to us by others.

Jai Hind, Jai Hindi

______________________________ Patrika’s Editor

Kaveesh Kumar

E: kaveesh.kumar@live.com.au

M: 0413 096 166

Deadline for newsletter submission:

5th of every month