P AKISTANIS IN A USTRALIA PAWA NEWS

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NEWSLETTER OF THE COMMUNITY, FOR THE COMMUNITY AND BY THE COMMUNITY

2011 VOLUME 1, ISSUE 01

Dr. Zarrin S Siddiqui, 46 Kanangra Crs. Greenwood, WA 6024, Australia Ph: 0434841705, Email: pakistanis.in.australia@gmail.com

CHOGM is now less than two weeks away and Perth has never been so vibrant as it is now. The events that are planned in conjunction with the CHOGM will be starting soon and for Pakistani community, Hockey series is the major attraction where Australia, India, Malaysia, New Zealand and Pakistani team led by Imran will be playing for a very specialised hockey series. We have been able to secure our own marque on 21st October when four matches will be played and Pakistan will play against India. The tickets are discounted at 17 dollars each and will also include drinks and sandwiches.If you have not booked your tickets with us, you have twenty four hours now to buy 20 remaining tickets. An invitation to the Deputy High Commissioner has been extended today to join the group with other delegates coming for business and youth forum. This is our day to show solidarity and already the two organisations APNAPAN, PACS are spreading message fast with further support from the team at Dildar Pakistan, our urdu channel at FM Radio 6 eba www.6eba.com.au Alternatively if you miss out you can still buy tickets through ticketmaster. The team has arrived last night. Our best wishes are with the team. FROM ECCWA DESK As the Secretary of Ethnic Communities Council, WA it is a pleasure to inform that ECCWA has also made a booking for Sunday afternoon for the matches and will have its own marquee. Will update our Facebook page Pakistanis in Australia. I will look forward to welcome you at ECCWA marque. Tickets can be purchased for 23$ each from 20 view Street, North Perth from Tuesday onwards. You can also pay using mobile banking by Wednesday 2 pm so tickets can be sent. The bank details are
Name: Ethnic Communities Council of WA (Inc.) Bank: Commonwealth Bank of Australia - Mt. Hawthorn BSB: 066 120 Acct: 1006 5251 You MUST Identify your payment with the reference: LISS2011

CHOGM ACTIVITIES CHOGM Peoples Forum will set the agenda for CHOGM and opens on 25th October. Regional consultations have already produced background material and from Pakistan Ms. Faryal Gauhar (Lahore Bachao Tehreek) had participated in the consultation. Additionally Youth forum and Business Forum will be on next week and we will be welcoming Pakistani delegates.

EMPOWERING WOMEN TO LEAD

A panel discussion focusing on women and leadership on the eve of the CHOGM 27th October 2011. The Hon. Julia Gillard MP, Prime Minister of Australia will host the event to promote the important role women play in leadership in the Commonwealth and mark the theme of Commonwealth 2011, Women as Agents of Change

NEWS FROM COMMUNITY

1. PAK LADIES LUNCH 25th OCTOBER. The bookings for traditional Pakistani Lunch are now closed and it is expected to be a colorful event coinciding with CHOGM spirit. The event is a fundraising activity to raise funds for Southern Metropolitan Muslim Association towards proposed mosque on Russell Road. Keep it up ladies 2. Pakistan Association of Curtin Students (PACS) participation was a huge success on the final eve of PASAR MALAM the multi-cultural week at Curtin University. 3. APNAPAN, PACS and PTI joint Barbecue was well attended at Matilda Bay and has marked new beginning of collaboration and support for each other. 4. Pakistan Association of Western Australia has postponed its AGM for the time being and nominations are yet to be announced which closed on 11th September 2011.

TRAINING ATAPS: Circle of Security Parenting Course

This 8 week Group Program (1.5hrs per week) is available to all individuals who are eligible for the Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS) Program. (Please see attached criteria & referral form).In 2010 the creators of Circle of Security developed a parent education program to help parents enjoy their children through understanding how to best meet their needs. Participants will: Learn about your childs relationship needs Learn about your personal challenges Learn how to improve your parenting experience Remind yourself just how important you are

Attendance is required for all 8 sessions. Certificates of attendance provided on completion of all 8 sessions. Handouts & refreshments provided. Crche available. Date: Monday October 24th 2011 - Monday December 12th 2011 Time: Venue: 1:00pm 2:30pm Marangaroo Family Centre, 46 Highclere Blvd MARANGAROO WA 6064

Cost: $5 per weekly session Presenter: Dr Vivien Bainbridge, Clinical Psychologist and Jungian Psychotherapist

Bookings & enquiries - Liam Kennedy (9208 9520) or Vivien Bainbridge (0403 159 803) Email: liamk@pnml.com.au Maximum Participants: 18

The Circle of Security Program is designed to strengthen parents ability to observe and improve their care giving capacity. Attachment theory, through the Circle of Security, offers clear, individualised pathways for providing a secure relationship between parent and child. Decades of university-based research have confirmed that secure children exhibit increased empathy, greater self esteem, better relationships with parents and peers, enhanced school readiness, and an increased capacity to handle emotions more effectively when compared with children who are not secure.

COMMUNITY CONSULTATION

COMMUNITY CONSULTATION
Stroke is a major cause of mortality and disability in Australia. The Neurosciences and the Senses Health Network, which was established as part of the WA Health Reform in 2004, developed a Model of Stroke Care for WA in 2006. This Model is being updated to ensure that it continues to reflect current evidence for best practice, changes in the WA health care environment and is responsive to the principles of health reform identified by WA Health. The Model of Stroke Care for WA 2012 Consultation Document has been developed and WA Health is seeking feedback from interested individuals and organisations, within the health care sector, non-government sector, local, state and Commonwealth governments and most importantly, consumers of health care services and carers. Feedback is requested by 10 November 2011 using an online or the attached feedback form. The online feedback form can be accessed at the following link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MOSCforWA2012ConsultationDocStakeholderFeedback

Otherwise, the feedback form is attached and written submissions will be accepted. Your feedback is valuable and will be used to complete the final Model of Stroke Care for WA 2012.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOW INCOME EARNERS

National Australia Bank low interest loan for low income earners is a great opportunity for people who may not otherwise qualify for a loan. Please pass around to those you think may benefit from this. http://www.nab.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/nab/nab/home/about_us/7/4/3/4#1

GRANTS

This is a fortnightly newsletter to keep community informed of whats happening in Australia with a special focus on Western Australia at this time. Feel free to contribute any news that may be of interest to community or to disseminate it among your networks.