Beyond Borders: Exploring caste bias Down Under
Dr Pradeep Taneja recalls walking into a petrol station at a Melbourne suburb when a compatriot, who was working at the counter, asks him...
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...
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...
Jaya Manchikanti: Making her mark
It was in the 1970s that Jaya Manchikanti came to Australia along with her parents as an eight-year-old from India. The family settled in...
How organisations in Australia are reaching out to India
As India grapples with its worst outbreak of coronavirus there has been an outpouring of support flowing from Australia. The country's worst health emergency...
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...
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...
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...
A Gentle Giant of the Community: Farewell Arvind Shrivastava
The Indian community in Victoria is in mourning following the passing of Arvind Shrivastava, a revered scholar, priest, and community pillar. Shrivastava passed away...