Volume 21
Issue 3
Message from the President
Assalamu alaikum was rahmatullahi wa barakathahu!
As you are well aware, USMAA is now 21 years old. The questions are: Where are we? What do we want to do? Where do we want to go?
Last year, as an Association, we almost said bye, bye to USMAA. But we managed alhamdulillah to get together a (mostly) young and vibrant group to form the Management Committee and to carry on the good work that we have done in the past.
Looking forward, the focus of the Management Committee this year has been to establish a better structure within USMAA. The main objective of the structure is to have a model that can be easily followed by successive Management Committees and will serve the ongoing needs and expectations of our members, member families and friends. The model will also give comfort to those who wish to join 'Team USMAA' in the years to come, insha Allah. The basic idea is to keep it all simple.
Whilst installing the correct structures and programs in place we must also focus on the people who are best suited to run those programs. That is why we need to go searching for the right people within our community. So, if and when you get a tap on your shoulder do not hesitate to volunteer. You will enjoy community work if you do it all for the sake of Allah.
What the Main Committee proposes to finalise this year, insha Allah, is to draw up an USMAA Manual of Operations which will:
If we were to follow the above course of action it will ensure that:
A VCE Information session organised by the newly established Education Sub Committee (ESC) headed by Sister Ziada Tokhi was held on the 29th of May 2011 in Oakleigh. This was focussed towards the education and future of the children and the youth. The event was well attended and a detailed report with pictures will be published in the next USMAA newsletter. In the mean time parents and children are encouraged to actively participate and support the future activities and programs organized by the ESC.
Two important events/ matters are coming up:
Since USMAA is now 21 years old, the question whether it is time for USMAA to have a place of our own. We have been approached by the Committee of the Afghan Mosque in Doveton to inquire whether USMAA is interested in taking over the Mosque premises plus four adjoining properties. Discussions are going on. There are major costs involved and the community as a whole has to come to the party if we were to venture down this track. If we were to go ahead we will also need a champion to lead the team on this particular project and carry it through successfully. Make dua.
In the meantime, take it nice and easy and enjoy the cool weather. Hope you enjoy the news and photos in this Newsletter. May Allah shower his choicest blessings on you and your family. Wassalaam. Fahmi Haniffa President, USMAA
Editorial
Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakathahu!
2011 has sped past and we are now at the half way mark of the year and also at the end of yet another USMAA tenure. It has been an eventful year so far with activities to encourage greater participation from the community and Alhamdulillah it has been a success and we hope it will continue in the rest of the year to come as well.
USMAA Alhamdulillah celebrates 21 years of existence this year. It has over the years been successful in bringing the Sri Lankan Muslim community together be it for social gatherings, religious events or fund raisings. It has created friendships and created a community that is there with you when you need it. It has been an opportunity for the children to meet and have their own little groups. We now need to think of where we need to be heading Insha Allah in the next 20 years. As much as the "Arab Spring" has been spoken about in the last few months, it is time for the membership to make their voice heard and say what they desire from their leaders and what type of organisation they want USMAA to be. It is also an opportunity for the youth to come forward and shoulder the responsibilities in the future as has been the case this year.
While the uprise in the Middle East is hoped is a good start to making a more Islamic middle east that will stand for its people and Islam and be an example to the rest of the world, we hope that USMAA grows in strength in the coming years Insha Allah.
The long awaited USMAA Annual Fellowship Dinner is only a few days away
The long awaited USMAA Annual Fellowship Dinner is only a few days away. Time to look back at where we were, where we are now and where we want to be in the future. This is going to be an exciting gathering, the final event hosted by the current Management Committee, insha allah. The details are as below:
| Date: | Saturday 18 June 2011 |
| Time: | 7:30 pm |
| Venue: | Mulgrave Community Centre |
| Tickets: | Adults $15 Child $10 (Below 12 years) Child below 5 years FREE |
On this occasion the USMAA will be presenting a commemorative souvenir to its membership which is over 400 people. We are now calling upon organizations who would like to advertise their business or services in our souvenir which will be distributed at this function.
The prices of the advertisements are listed below;
| Full page | $100 |
| Half page | $50 |
| Inner cover pages | $150 |
| Back cover | $200 |
| Banner to be displayed at the function | $50 |
We also welcome gifts that could be used for Door Prizes or for a raffle.
Since we have a limited number of seats available, please purchase your tickets early to avoid last minute disappointment. You can reserve your tickets by calling any of the Management Committee members or by email to info@usmaa.org.au. The Program and other details will be released shortly.
The acting Sri Lankan High Commissioner Sashikala Premawardhane has confirmed that she will grace the event. For more details, visit USMAA website www.usmaa.org.au
Australia Sri Lanka Flood relief Fundraiser
Although organized at very short notice, over 250 members and friends gathered at the Mulgrave Community Centre on Saturday the 19th of February 2011, to support the efforts made by United Sri Lankan Muslim Association of Australia (USMAA, Inc) to raise funds for those affected by the recent floods both in Australia and in Sri Lanka.
A power point presentation of the devastating effects of the floods in Queensland and Victoria was followed by an account of the on going struggle in Sri Lanka to cope with the destruction caused to the people by the torrential rains and floods in the Eastern part of the country. The MC for the night Fazlun Haris presented the staggering figures of those affected in Sri Lanka. According to most recent reports more than 1.2 million people were affected by the floods with almost 50 deaths. Damage and destruction to property is overwhelming with over 3,700 homes completely destroyed and another 50,000 or so homes damaged. The damage costs are estimated to exceed US$600 million and the cost of essential commodities such as rice is expected to rise due to the destruction of vast extents of paddy cultivation in the Batticaloa and Trincomalee districts.
The President of USMAA, Dr. Fahmi Haniffa welcomed everyone and thanked the invitees and guests for their overwhelming response despite the short notice. Fahmi mentioned that one of the primary objectives of USMAA is to respond to humanitarian appeals; it was therefore appropriate for USMAA to raise funds via an appeal to the local community so as to assist those who were affected by the scale of the disasters caused by the floods in Australia and Sri Lanka.
The Chief Guest Bandu Dissanayake, the Honorary Sri Lankan Consul addressed the gathering and expressed his pleasure to have the opportunity to attend an event organized by USMAA. He commended the Association for responding to the crisis in Sri Lanka with the flood appeal dinner. He also invited the Association to contribute to the 'Pahana' newspaper on a regular basis so that there would be greater exposure of the activities of the Sri Lankan Muslim Community living in Victoria. The community TV channel would also be available to telecast news about USMAA activities.
This was followed by a speech by the Guest of Honour Mr Nadeem Hussein, member of the Executive Committee of the Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV). Nadeem commended the Association for the relief efforts and referred to the injunctions in the Holy Quran that there is an obligation on mankind to look after each other and that Allah will reward you for your kindness and good deeds.
Funds were also raised through auctions of items donated by members of the community. The vote of thanks was proposed by the young USMAA committee member Fayaz Zurfick. Fayaz thanked the members, friends and donors for having responded generously to the flood relief appeal; and extended a special thanks to the USMAA Management Committee for their great team work in organizing and hosting the function. The evening ended on a pleasant note with a delicious dinner which was enjoyed by all.
The funds raised via the appeal were donated to the Australian Red Cross and the Serendib Fund for Relief and Development, charitable organization in Sri Lanka, (see photos below) to be used in the ongoing flood relief efforts.
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| Bandu Dissanayake, Honorary Sri Lankan Consul addresses the gathering. | (left to right): Nazeem Yakoob (USMAA, Vice President), Dr Fahmi Haniffa (USMAA,President) and Genelle Ryan Manager Red Cross Emergency Relief Services, North Melbourne. | Donation handed over to representatives from Serendib Fund for Relief and Development Mr Mohamed Wazeer by Shimal Zackariya on behalf of USMAA in Colombo Sri Lanka. |
7th Annual USMAA Ladies night - A Night to Remember!
On the 26th of March, 2011, the Mulgrave Community Centre was transformed into an enchanting fairy land of glowing pink and black, for the annual USMAA Ladies Night. In keeping with the theme of 'My Fair Lady' the lovely ladies of USMAA and their friends from many communities donned their glamorous gowns, gloves, hats and parasols to add to the fun and festivities of the night.
The event was a fundraiser organized by the Education Sub Committee of USMAA which is launching a drive to raise funds to award educational scholarships to deserving students in Sri Lanka and also to facilitate seminars, workshops and other educational programs for our students here in Melbourne. The VCE high achiever's award scheme will also be implemented where those students in the USMAA membership who received VCE scores of 85% and above in 2010 will be recognized for their achievements.
The two young MC's for the night Shezna Shafeer and Shazma Gaffoor kept the audience enthralled throughout the program with their wit and humour. Mariam Tokhi's introductory video depicted the importance of education in making a difference in the lives of young children, while Shakira Salahudeen eloquently outlined the message and the purpose of the fundraiser.
The highlight of the night was the scintillating dramatic performance by Nilufer as the unforgettable Sri Lankan Prof Higgins who woos the Lankan version of Eliza Doolittle played delightfully by Suharmi Dole. In the supporting roles were Nazreen Dole, Nazha Nazeem and Khadija Haniffa who played their parts to perfection.
A side attraction to the event was the wide array of enticing stalls beautifully displaying clothes, costume jewellery, cosmetics, shoes and many more items that were of special interest to the throng of ladies who attended.
Everyone enjoyed the delicious dinner followed by an entertaining and enthralling session of song and dance where the DJ's for the night Hasna Tokhi and Aysha Zackariya catered to the musical tastes of everyone present. It was indeed a night to remember.
The event flyer can be found at http://usmaa.org.au/attachments/for_email/My_Fair_Lady_Poster_2011.pdf
Maulidur Rasul 1432 Hijri / 2011
This event was jointly organized by USMAA and Khairat Melayu Islam Victoria (KMIV - Malay-Muslim Welfare Victoria). The President of KMIV brother Ahamed Sarbini and three of their committee members had a meeting with some of the USMAA committee members to discuss the formalities of hosting a joint event on 28 February 2011. This event was held on 12 March 2011 at the Glen Waverley Community Centre located at 700 Waverley Road. Proceedings started off at 3.00 PM and continued late into the evening. Islamic Lecture by Ustaz Omar Maulana Abdul Kader a freelance imam from Singapore and the nasyid group Qafilah Zikrullah from Singapore were the highlights of the evening. An array of food from both communities was available at this event which was very well attended by both USMAA and KMIV members.
USMAA Janaza Sub Committee update
USMAA Annual Cricket Tournament 2011
The JSC organised the USMAA Annual Sport Day (Fund raising) on Sunday 27th March at Garnut Park Reserve in Wheelers Hill. Many teams participated in the tournament and our young cricketers really enjoyed themselves competing in the correct spirit, for the USMAA Trophy and the other awards. Thanks to Bro Fahme Abul Hassan and our main Sponsor Bro Riaz for their tireless and dedicated organising skills to make this annual event a success. JSC also thanks the several other volunteers for their assistance that day. The event generated approx $1200/- for the Janaza Fund.
The tournament flyer can be found at http://usmaa.org.au/attachments/for_email/USMAA_Six-a-Side_Sport_Day_2011.pdf
Other JSC news
The JSC was for the first time involved in a Janaza that came from overseas and it was a learning experience for us all. However, with the expert guidance of Brother Barakath Ali of ISOMER (www.isomer.org.au) and the support of young volunteers from USMAA, including Brother Hanif Mohamed, the JSC team were able to provide an excellent service to the bereaved family.
Due to Falkner Cemetery still being hesitant in the pre purchase of burial sites in the Islamic Section, JSC will endeavour to overcome this problem in due course with a planned meeting with them later this month.
JSC was also involved in 2 other Janazas from the wider ummath during this time.
In order to better assist the community, we have drawn up a document which outlines procedures to follow in the event of a Janaza. Instructions are in English, Tamil and Sinhala. Please visit the Janaza Sub Committee web page on the USMAA website http://jsc.usmaa.org.au where you can download it.
JSC takes this opportunity to thank the many volunteers and well-wishers, from within and out of USMAA, who are quick to respond to our occasional and varied calls for help with JSC activities.
USMAA Qiraath, Hifdh & Public Speaking Competition - 2011
The annual USMAA Qiraath competition was organized by the USMAA Qiraath Sub Committee (QSC) and was held in April 2011. This year's competition consisted of 3 components (public speaking, hifdh and qiraath), and 2 events- the Qiraath workshop and the Qiraath competition. The event was designed in this format this year to ensure that all participants were not only given the opportunity to showcase their Qiraath skills, but to also benefit and learn from the competition.
The Qiraath workshop was held on the 3rd April at the Mulgrave Neighbourhood House and was run by five Hufaaz (Hafiz of the Quran) from the local community. The Hifdh competition was held on this day, followed by the workshop- where all participants were taught the basic rules of Tajweed.
The Qiraath competition was held 3 weeks later on the 30th April at the Mulgrave Community Centre. This provided participants with adequate time to prepare for the competition by implementing the rules of Tajweed that were taught during the workshop. Both the Qiraath and public speaking competitions were held during this event, and winners of the Hifdh competition (held on the day of the public speaking competition) were also announced. Approximately 60 participants attended the workshop and competition. Alhamdulillah, due to some generous donations, all participants were awarded with certificates, and winners were awarded trophies, cash prizes, Islamic books and clothing.
The judges were Hafiz Abdul Wahab Yunus, Hafiz Azam Kassim, Hafiz /Sheikh Abu Umar and Sheikh Amr Fouda. MC for the event was Brother Abdullah Mahmud. Dinner followed the competition.
Alhamdulillah, both events were a great success and we hope to incorporate this format as an annual event run by USMAA, Insha Allah.
Participants: Aaliya Fanham, Abdul Khalique, Aflal Hyder, Ahmed Asif, Ahmed Athif, Ali Haniffa, Asif Mifrah, Asma Mohamed Ilyas, Ayesha Fanham, Baakir Haris, Dhaanish Haris, Fathima Buhary, Haleema Ilyas, Hasna Hyder, Hudaifa Amirdeen, Jemima Amirdeen, Lina Zakariyya, Manaal Sadir, Mariyam Hussain, Maryam Hussian, Nashith Wazeer, Nuzha Wazeer, Omar Haniffa, Raadiya Fanham, Saaleha Amirdeen, Sajid Fanham, Seyed Bilal, Shamik Rahman, Shanza Shafeek, Sharik Rahman, Shathir Shafeek, Shathir Shafiq, Shazfa Shafiq, Shazna Shafeek, Shazna Shafiq, Shelana Rahman, Shimri Buhary, Tasneem Usman, Uzmaan Nazeem, Yoonus Nazeem, Yusuf Nazeem, Zacki Rizwan, Zakiyyah Usman
These are the winners of the following 3 competitions.
HIFDH
Under 14 (Boys)
Under 14 (Girls)
14 and above (Boys
and Girls)
1st
Sharikh Rahman
Zakiyyah Usman
Nuzha Wazeer
2nd
Dhaanish Haris
Maryam Hussain
Omar Haniffa
3rd
Shathir Shafiq
Hasna Hyder
Uzmaan Nazeem
QIRATH
4 to 10 Years (Girls)
4 to 10 Years (Boys )
11 to 15 Years (Boys and Girls)
16 Years and above (Boys and Girls)
1st
Mariyam Hussain
Shimri Buhary
Nuzha Wazeer
Omar Haniffa
2nd
Hasna Hyder
Nashith Wazeer
Radiya Fanham
Hudaifa Amirdeen
3rd
Tasneem Usman
Abdul Khalique
Zakiyyah Usman
N/A
PUBLIC SPEAKING
6 to 11 Years (Boys and Girls)
12 Years and above (Boys and Girls)
1st
Omar Haniffa
Mariyam Hussain
2nd
Nuzha Wazeer
Nashith Wazeer
3rd
Aaliya Fanham
Shanza Shafeek
Congratulations and well done!
Member gifts laptop to USMAA
A member of USMAA who wanted to remain anonymous gifted a brand new Acer TravelMate laptop to the organization early this year. It is now being used by the USMAA secretary for record keeping. Having a dedicated laptop for this purpose makes life a lot easier for the administration of USMAA documentation. It will minimize the need for paperwork that amounts to stacks of boxes that get handed down each year to the incoming committee. The USMAA committee wishes to convey our sincere thanks to the donor for identifying the need and supporting us. We also urge the rest of the community to keep up the support and step forward and volunteer in any way possible.
Membership fees and changes
Please renew your USMAA membership if you have not already done so by paying in your annual subscription. This will enable USMAA to continue playing a valuable role in our community.
Members are advised that the function fee of $100 is not charged this year. Instead you will buy a ticket for a nominal fee for some USMAA functions. Contact the treasurer or any committee member for further details.
You can pay Membership fees to the Treasurer Mohamed Najeeb by Cash or send in a Money order or Cheque drawn in favour of USMAA. You could also make a Bank transfer/deposit to the following account,
BSB 06 3121
A/C No 10185803
Commonwealth Bank
Membership fees:
If you are not a member yet then please sign up using the online membership form which can be found at USMAA is all about you. Please contribute and actively participate in all the activities and functions.
Family
$ 50
Adults
$ 30
Students
$ 30
Pensioners
$ 15
Upcoming Major USMAA Events
USMAA Events Calender 2011
| Annual Fellowship Dinner 2011 | Saturday, 18 June 2011 | Mulgrave Community Centre |
| USMAA AGM | Saturday, 16 July 2011 | Mulgrave Community Centre |
Dates and venues listed above are subject to change. Please visit www.usmaa.org.au regularly for updates.
Other news
AFIC Press Release 8 June 2011: All of God's creatures deserve compassion and humane treatment!
The President of Muslims Australia (AFIC), Mr Ikebal Patel expressed serious concern and sadness at media reports and images of cruel treatment of Australian cattle in Indonesian abattoirs. Mr Patel stated, "Islam places great importance on the care and consideration of all of God's creatures. It implies a duty to animal welfare, both during the rearing and during the slaughter."
Muslims Australia (AFIC) is committed to animal welfare in Halal accreditation services and has partnered with Halal Kind Meats to reinforce this message. The Halal Kind Meat concept incorporates the interests of rural industry leaders, animal rights groups and AFIC Halal certification services which all realise potential prosperity combined with compassion and good business sense to achieve equitable outcomes for all, said Mr Patel.
Muslims Australia (AFIC) during its National Federal Congress meeting in 2008 called on the Australian Government to cease live exports immediately. AFIC Federal Congress members agreed live cattle/sheep export is traumatic for the animal during the journey and as evidenced, cruel and inhumane and un-Islamic at their destination during slaughter. Muslims Australia (AFIC) again calls on the government to cease live exports and promote Halal slaughter in Australia under the supervision of Islamic authorities and Australian Quarantine and Inspection Services (AQIS).
Mr Patel emphasised the leading and important role Muslims Australia (AFIC) undertakes with the Department of Primary Industry and AQIS to ensure humane and compassionate treatment of all livestock is enforced in order to comply with Halal standards throughout the process of Halal slaughter and the premium status of Australian Meat industry. AFIC calls upon the Federal Government to make available the Australian tax payers funds which are being paid to MLA to be redirected for the purpose of building infrastructure in regional areas of Australia and for local councils to provide crown land so that meat processing plants could once again become a viable proposition in rural and regional areas promoting jobs creation in the struggling country towns. Mr Patel further stated that he would like the Department of Immigration and Agriculture to support a Halal Kind Meats Agriculture training centre to approved asylum seekers, indigenous and indeed anybody living in regional areas. He proposes a leasehold arrangement might be one option for free range farms thus providing a future for regional Australia.
Mr Patel also welcomed and endorsed comments by Mr Lukman Hakim from Indonesia's peak Islamic body, Indonesia Ulema Council (MUI), who stated the inhumane treatment of animals in Indonesian abattoirs is "sinful and would be investigated".
For more information visit the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils website.
Coffee shop with halal treats
If you venture towards the Knox Shopping Centre level 1, it would be hard to miss the familiar faces of brother Naufal and his two sons Hishan and Hinas behind the counter at the Gloria Jeans Coffees kiosk. Brother Naufal says that all the meat products at his coffee shop is halal certified. Drop in and enjoy the wide range of hot beverages and delicious food next time you visit Knox Shopping Centre. Best wishes to the Naufal family on this new business venture.
Alkauthar Institute: Month Of Mercy - All About Ramadan
Learn all about the rulings, fiqh, secrets, worship and benefit of fasting and Ramadan!. In Melbourne 23rd July 2011.
The Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: "There has come to you Ramadan, a blessed month which Allaah has enjoined you to fast, during which the gates of heaven are opened and the gates of Hell are closed, and the rebellious devils are chained up. In it there is a night which is better than a thousand months, and whoever is deprived of its goodness is indeed deprived." An Nisai
Please visit www.alkauthar.org for more details and enrolment. They offer a variety of courses that may be of interest to you.
Community Announcements
Janaza
INNA LILLAHI WA INAA ILLAIHI RAJIUN.
Brother Shafrin Mubarak's mother passed away in Sri Lanka. Janaza took place on 5 January 2011 in Sri Lanka.
Zaneela Zubair, beloved wife of Zubai Iduroos Lebbe, and beloved sister of Dr Kaleel Rahman (Lecturer, RMIT University) and sister-in-law of Nazooha Rahman (Islamic College of Melbourne), passed away in Sri Lanka on 7 March 2011. A Janaza Ghaib prayers were organized on 7 March 2010 at the Virgin Mary Mosque (Hogan mosque), 143-145 Hogans Road, Hoppers Crossing after Maghrib Prayers.
Mohamed Sakkaff, father of Shafeela Cassim and Shafeer Sakkaff; father in law of Faizal Cassim passed away in Sri Lanka on 28 March 2011. Janaza took place in Kurunegala.
Marhoom Mohamed Markani, (Chartered Accountant - Central Bank, Dubai). Son of Mohammado Markhani, Attorney-at-Law and Nasabia Markhani, devoted husband of Leesa, father of Sara, Kamran, Aaliya and Adam, brother of Mrs. Suraiya Onais, expired in Dubai. Janaza took place on Sunday, 3 April in Melbourne. Janaza Prayers were held at the Lysterfield Mosque and interment at the Muslim Section of the Springvale Cemetery. Janaza prayers were also held on Friday 8th April after Jumma Prayers at Dewatagaha Mosque, Colombo 07.
M H M Ameen, father of Brother S H Aslam (a Founder Member and a former USMAA Secretary) passed away 3 April 2011. Janaza took place on Colombo.
Al-haj Mohamed Haroos, brother-in-law of Sis. Shihana Jabbar from Keilor Downs passed away in Akurana, Sri Lanka. Janaza took place on 22 April 2011 in Akurana. Prayers were held on 23 April at the Maidstone mosque in Footscray following Asar prayers.
U.L.M Yakoob, father of Br. Nazeem Yakoob (current USMAA Vice-President) passed away in Nikawaratiya, Sri Lanka. Janaza tool place on 23 April in Nikawaratiya.
Al Haj M S M Suhaid (Attorney at Law), father of Shabry Suhaid (Melbourne), Shabeena (UK), Shahra (UK), and Nushda (SL); father in law of Sabrina (Melbourne) passed away last in Colombo. The Janaza took place on 11 May 2011.
May Almighty Allah grant them all Jannathul Firdhouse.
USMAA Web site
The USMAA website has a picture gallery of images that relates to USMAA events and newsletters. Please email newsletter@usmaa.org.au if you wish to remove any images from the newsletter or the USMAA gallery. Please ensure you provide a link to the image you want removed. The USMAA website now has the prayer times for Melbourne updated daily on it's home page www.usmaa.org.au. We hope this is an incentive to visit the USMAA website more often and check for updates. If you have come across any interesting features that might be useful and add value to the community then please pass it along.
As you may have already noticed, some Community Announcements appear in this issue of the USMAA eNewsletter. We would like this to be a place where the achievements of community members is applauded and a place where community information both happy and sad is shared.
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