This is an important update on the coming month of Ramadan and Eid. GAMCI will be following the beginning and end of Ramadan as outlined by the Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) and ANIC, where the year 1443H – 2022 will commence on Saturday 2 April, 2022.
The Community Iftaars and the Eid Dinner have now been moved to the Federation University Student Lounge in Churchill. GAMCI are very thankful to Federation University for again allowing us to host these events.
The Iftaar program is as follows:
Saturday 9th April – generously hosted by UMSLV (RSVP required)
Saturday 16th April – generously hosted by GAMCI (RSVP required)
Sunday 24th April generously hosted by Dr Zafar and family (RSVP required)
Saturday 30th April – this is currently vacant – if anyone would like to host, please contact GAMCI, otherwise One Dish Program.
Eid Dinner is booked for Saturday 7th May. This is a One Dish Program.
As we have moved events to the Federation University student lounge extra costs will be incurred. If anyone would be able to sponsor or assist with these costs, please contact GAMCI (gamci.2013@gmail.com).
GAMCI wishes all Gippsland Muslims a blessed and holy Ramadan. May Allah (The Almighty) bestow his mercy upon us all and accept all our prayers, and keep us safe from COVID.
(The time, place and date for the traditional Eid Prayer and breakfast will be confirmed later - Federation University will probably be unavailable).
GAMCI Executive
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
GAMCI is pleased to invite you all to a Community Iftaar on 24th April 2021, Saturday at Kernot Hall (50-70 Princess Drive, Morwell).
This Iftaar is catered for, and so requires a RSVP by 15 April 2021. Please reply to this email with the names of people attending.
GAMCI will be collecting monetary donations at this event.
Please feel free to circulate this message among your network.
May Allah (The Almighty) bestow his mercy upon us all and accept all our prayers, and keep us safe from COVID.
GAMCI Executive
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Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
As we enter the sacred month of Rabi' al-awwal, GAMCI is again pleased to announce that we will be holding a Mawlid. This event will be held virtually this year.
Please accept this email as an invitation to attend and participate in this function.
As in prior years, children are invited to present a short Surah; Nasheed; or a story about the prophets’ (PBUH) life.
This can be done in one of two ways:
Please forward names of your children and what they will be presenting. Note that because of successful VMC funding, each child will be presented with a gift voucher if they register before 1 December 2020. Please notify GAMCI by return email gamci.2013@gmail.com on the attached form. Parents or Guardians will need to sign (can be typed) the attached Video Consent and Release Form to approve of their child’s performance.
If sending a video this is to be sent to gamci.2013@gmail.com and limited to 2 minutes.
Also please note that coaching is available to assist children with their presentations. Please email gamci.2013@gmail.com for details.
This will be the seventh GAMCI Mawlid.
We hope that the community attends this worthy event, and the community can come together again via Zoom.
Please also extend an invitation to any friends who do not receive GAMCI emails.
Our Facebook page will have updates!
GAMCI Executive
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
GAMCI will hold its 2020 Annual General Meeting at 4 pm on Saturday November 7. The ACNC has allowed this AGM to be virtual this year (see below for link).
As per the GAMCI constitution, the ordinary business of the annual general meeting is to receive and consider -
Further as per the constitution, elections will be held for each of the following positions
Members of GAMCI may nominate other GAMCI members on the attached form only. Due to the virtual nature of the AGM, the form is usually signed by two members (as nominees) and by the candidate, but this year email addresses can be used. Nominations will be accepted up until 5 pm on 3 November2020, and should be returned to gamci.2013@gmail.com and these will be sent to the Returning Officer. GAMCI is encouraging anyone in the Muslim community who has an interest in joining the committee to contact us for information. Please respond to this email (gamci.2013@gmail.com) with a phone number we will return a call. Please join GAMCI for this important event.
Zoom AGM: 4 pm on Saturday November 7.
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Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI
The Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) and the Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) have officially announced that the first day of the Month of Shawwal 1441AH and the Day of Eid Al-Fitr will be Sunday, 24th of May 2020. This year we are unable to pray in congregation, however prayers may be performed at home.
The Australian Fatwa Council also advises that the khutbah can be streamed and can also be followed via modern technology and other means of communication and social media.
For members of the Gippsland Community, GAMCI president Dr Zafar will be delivering the Khutbah. This Khutbah will be made available via Zoom.
Arrangements are as follows:
Prayers will need to be conducted individually at people’s homes.
Following this prayer, a number of separate Zoom meeting rooms will be re-established for men, women and children for greetings etc. Rooms will close afterwards.
Zoom Link: The link below will take you directly into the meeting room.
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Please note that you will first be placed in a waiting room. Logins with device names such as iPhone or galaxy won’t be admitted. The device names need to be changed to participants’ names for security purposes. Allocation into break out rooms will take place while people are praying their Eid Salah at home, so do not leave the meeting at the end of the Khutbah.
For those joining by phone first phone 0731853730, and then enter the meeting ID 7724044738#
GAMCI wishes the Gippsland Community Eid Mubarak, and we hope that the community joins us for this special prayer.
PLEASE COVEY THESES ARRANGEMENTS THROUGH YOUR NETWORKS.
GAMCI Exec
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
Please find below the GAMCI Ramadan Calendar in conjunction with the MAA. Please note that times are Melbourne.
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
Due to the Coronavirus Stage three restrictions in Victoria, there will be no Iftaars held this Ramadan in Gippsland.
Further, there will be no Tarahwee prayers offered as all Mosques are closed.
This Ramadan will be different to others but provides a great opportunity to strengthen our Iman within our households.
GAMCI encourages everyone to stay safe, stay at home and observe all restrictions on movement. If anyone requires any assistance GAMCI, or knows of brothers or sisters in Gippsland who are in need of support, please make us aware of such situations. GAMCI will use the resources we have to support.
GAMCI will make an announcement as to the beginning of Ramadan, which will coincide with the Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV); the Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) and the Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV).
GAMCI Exec
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI
GAMCI wish to advise that a “One Dish program” will be held at the Federation University Student Lounge on Saturday February 29 from 5:30 to 9pm.
GAMCI is also pleased to announce that our guest speaker will be Mr. John Mitchell, the president of the Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund (GERF).
Please come with your family and friends to hear how GERF provided major financial donations to fire-affected East Gippslanders during this disaster, and the extent of the work they do. An Islamic perspective of how communities can assist will also be given.
GAMCI requests those attending to bring either a main meal, a salad, sweet or drinks or any combination as well as the appropriate serving utensils. Some assistance to set up the lounge beforehand and to clean up afterwards.
GAMCI hopes that all attend this event. Please issue an invitation to those in your networks. John Mitchell is looking forward to meeting the Muslim community, and we hope for a good attendance and punctual start.
GAMCI Exec.
As salamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI
GAMCI will hold its 2019 Annual General Meeting at 3 pm on Saturday October 19 in room 5N 158 at Federation University Churchill.
As per the GAMCI constitution, the ordinary business of the annual general meeting is to receive and consider—
Further as per the constitution (model rules) and point c (above) at the annual general meeting, elections will be held for each of the following position
Members of GAMCI may nominate other GAMCI members on the attached form only. The form must be signed by two members (as nominees) and also by the candidate themselves. Nominations will be accepted up until 5 pm on October 13, 2019. Nomination forms should be returned to Gamci.2013@gmail.com
GAMCI is encouraging anyone and everyone in the Muslim community who has an interest in joining the committee to contact us for information. Please respond to this email (gamci.2013@gmail.com) with a phone number and someone from GAMCI will return a call and discuss anything.
Please join GAMCI for this important event.
GAMCI Executive
The Eid Dinner will be held at the Federation University Student Lounge on Saturday 8 June, 2019, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. This is a Traditional ONE DISH PROGRAM.
GAMCI requests you to please bring a meal that you are comfortable preparing, and share with the community. This can be either a main meal, a salad, sweet or drinks or any combination. Please also bring the appropriate serving utensils.
GAMCI requests some assistance on the evening to set up the lounge and re-arrange at the completion of the night.
The Eid al Fitr Salah will be offered at Kernot Hall, Morwell (corner of Princes Highway and Monash Drive Morwell) on Wednesday 5th June, 2019 as per the ANIC/ICV announcement.
Kernot Hall will be open at 8:00 am, and Takbeer will start at 8:20 am. Salah will begin at 8:35 am SHARP. For those attending please bring a Musallah. Some assistance at 8am with preparing the Hall for prayer would be appreciated.
After Salah the traditional breakfast will be held. Those attending please bring one dish to share, and / or drinks, and the appropriate food utensils. Tea and Coffee will be available. Kernot Hall will close at 10:30 am.
GAMCI / Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) Interfaith Iftaar.
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
The ANIC and the ICV have issued the following announcement that the Blessed month of Ramadan will begin on Monday 6 May (see attachment).
GAMCI wishes the Gippsland Muslim community a blessed Ramadan.
GAMCI have booked the Student Lounge at Federation University for a number of Community Iftaars. The Iftaar program and their hosts are:
GAMCI is seeking some financial sponsorship for each Iftaar to cover the cost of the Student Lounge and Cleaning and the Utensils. To hold each Iftaar costs approximately $250. If anyone from the community would like to sponsor one night ($250), please email GAMCI. GAMCI will publically thank each Sponsor. A donation box will also be at each Iftaar.
Taraweeh prayers will be offered at the Light of Hidayah mosque in Morwell. Time to be confirmed.
Eid Dinner is booked for Friday 7 June. This is a One Dish Program. Details will follow.
Kernot Hall has been booked for the traditional Eid Prayer and breakfast. This will be confirmed at a later time and date.
GAMCI wishes all Gippsland Muslims a blessed and holy Ramadan. May Allah (The Almighty) bestow his mercy upon us all and accept all our prayers.
GAMCI Executive
Celebrating International Mother Language Day 2019.
"GAMCI congratulates br Noorudin and family for representing GAMCI and the Muslim community at the Mother language international day event in Pakenham library.
His family’s performance and his presentations on Yoruba language and Nigerian culture was exceptional and without any doubt the best of all presentations.
Well done and thanks to Bro Remi family.
6th Annual Mawlid to commemorate the Birth of the Prophet (SAW)
As in prior years children are invited to present a short Surah; Nasheed; or a story about the prophets’ (PBUH) life.
Please forward names of your children and what they will be presenting. Include whether the children will need a computer for presentation. Please notify GAMCI by return email gamci.2013@gmail.com by February 2nd.
Even though this program is a little late this year, we still invite you to come and participate in this worthy event. Please also extend an invitation to any friends who do not receive GAMCI emails.
Please bring a dish to share – something you are comfortable preparing - either main meal, sweets or both, with the appropriate serving utensils.
Gippsland Asian Cricket Festival
Activities:
Fixtures:
Soccer - Game for all
Fixtures:
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
GAMCI will hold its 2018 Annual General Meeting at 2 pm on Saturday October 13 in room 5N 158 at Federation University Churchill.
As per the GAMCI constitution, the ordinary business of the annual general meeting is to receive and consider—
(a) the annual report of the Committee on the activities of the Association during the preceding financial year; and (b) the financial statements of the Association for the preceding financial year submitted by the Committee in accordance with Part 7 of the Act; (c) to elect the members of the Committee; (d) to confirm or vary the amounts (if any) of the annual subscription and joining fee.
Further as per the constitution (model rules) and point c (above) at the annual general meeting, elections will be held for each of the following position
(a) President (b) Vice-President (c) Secretary (d) Treasurer, and (e) Assistant Secretary.
Members of GAMCI may nominate other GAMCI members on the attached form only. The form must be signed by two members (as nominees) and also by the candidate themselves. Nominations will be accepted up until 5 pm on October 6, 2018. Nomination forms should be returned to Gamci.2013@gmail.com
GAMCI is encouraging anyone and everyone in the Muslim community who has an interest in joining the committee to contact us for information. Please respond to this email (gamci.2013@gmail.com) with a phone number and someone from GAMCI will return a call and discuss anything.
Please join GAMCI for this important event.
GAMCI Committee
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
The Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) and the Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) have officially announced that Monday 20th August will be the Day of Arafah, and so Tuesday 21st of August will be the Day of Eid Ul Adha.
The Eid Ul Adha Salah will be offered at Kernot Hall, Morwell (corner of Princes Highway and Monash Drive Morwell) on Tuesday 21st August, 2018. Our Imam will be Shiekh Abdul Al Qadir. Allah reward him for this wonderful duty.
Takbeer will start at 8:15 am, followed by Salah beginning at 8:30 am SHARP. Please bring a Musallah.
After Salah the traditional breakfast will be held. Those attending please bring one dish to share, and / or drinks. Tea and Coffee will be available.
IF YOU KNOW PEOPLE WHO MAY NOT GET THIS EMAIL, PLEASE COVEY THESES ARRANGEMENTS, AND CIRCULATE ACCORDINGLY.
Some assistance on the morning of Eid Salah, at Kernot Hall is requested.
A donation box will be available Eid morning to cover the cost of the Kernot Hall Hire.
GAMCI wishes the Gippsland Community Eid Mubarek!
A reminer of the community ONE DISH Dinner Program at Federation University Lounge on Saturday evening (25th August) - pray Magrib in congregation, dinner at 6:30pm.
GAMCI Committee
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
The Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) and the Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) have officially announced that the 1st day of Shawwal 1439 AH will be on Friday 15th June 2018 (see attachment).
Our Mosque in Morwell the “Light of Hidayah” will announce Eid based on the Moon sighting. GAMCI will convey this information when known.
The Imams of the ANIC “acknowledge the different opinions” that exist in regards to Eid. To cater for these differences and for those in the Gippsland community who wish to follow the ANIC and the ICV, the following arrangement are made:
The Eid al Fitr Salah will be offered at Kernot Hall, Morwell (corner of Princes Highway and Monash Drive Morwell) on Friday 15th June, 2018.
Takbeer will start at 8:30 am, followed by Salah beginning at 8:45 am SHARP. Please bring a Musallah.
After Salah the traditional breakfast will be held. Those attending please bring one dish to share, and / or drinks. Tea and Coffee will be available.
IMPORTANT: IF YOU KNOW PEOPLE WHO MAY NOT GET THIS EMAIL, PLEASE COVEY THESES ARRANGEMENTS.
Some assistance on the morning of Eid Salah, at Kernot Hall is requested.
Further A donation box will be available Eid morning to cover the cost of the Kernot Hall Hire.
GAMCI wishes the Gippsland Community Eid Mubarek, and trusts that wherever individuals wish to perform their Eid Salah that the community can come together on Saturday evening (16th June) for the ONE DISH Dinner Program at Federation University. As per the attached announcement, the Grand Mufti of Australia noted that we should “respect “differences by avoiding debates that lead to disagreements and misunderstanding amongst the Muslims, and to focus on the potential unity amongst the community, and what brings them closer to Allah, The Almighty”.
Also note that the UMSLV Eid al Fitr Festival will be held on Sunday 1 July from 10 am to 4 pm at Gippsland Heritage Park (211Lloyd Street Moe). More details will follow.
GAMCI Committee
At the ICV Multifaith Iftaar in Araratt today it was announced that GAMCI will host the 2019 Interfaith Iftaar in conjunction with ICV.
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
The following FOUR Community Iftaars have been planned to occur at the Student Lounge at Federation University.
Saturday 19th May – One dish program. - Please bring anything you wish to share - either main meal or Iftaar.
Sunday 27th May - Hosted by Dr Zafar and Family
Saturday 2 June – Hosted by UMSLV
Saturday 9th June - Hosted by GAMCI
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI,
Late in 2017, Sister Sarah Price and GAMCI organised a crowdfunding project to through Chuffed and Muslim Aid Australia. This was titled “Rohingya Emergency Relief”.
This project has now closed and GAMCI is pleased to report that a donation of $377.00 has been made to this appeal via Muslim Aid Australia (see receipt attached).
GAMCI would like to thank those who donated to this appeal and especially Sister Sarah Price for organising this.
Allah bless the people of Rohingya and throughout the world.
GAMCI Exec
Gippsland Muslim Community BBQ raises funds for Royal Children’s Hospital
Cricket tournament
Two imporatant events THIS Sunday (29th October) to be held at the Traralgon Cemetery (Cemetery Drive, Traralgon, http://www.gippslandmemorialpark.com/ 1. The Official Opening of the Islamic Section of the Traralgon Cemetery.
GAMCI have been working with the Traralgon Public Cemetery Trust for over two years to establish an Islamic Section for the Muslim community of Gippsland. Please join us for the opening of this Section on Sunday October 29, beginning at 2pm till 4pm.
The afternoon will involve a tour of the Islamic Section, and the wider Traralgon Cemetery. Speeches will be made by Mr Dennis Seymour (Secretary / Manager of the Traralgon Cemetery Trust), and Mrs Sharyn Seymour who has been involved in the landscaping and plant designs. GAMCI will also discuss the arrangements for Islamic Burials. Afternoon Tea will be available at the conclusion (please BYO a plate to Share).
Site set for Islamic burials - Latrobe Valley Express
2. At 4:30, following the Opening of the Islamic Cemetery, GAMCI will hold its Annual General Meeting also at the Traralgon Cemetery Function Room.
As per the GAMCI constitution, the ordinary business of the annual general meeting is to receive and consider—
(a) the annual report of the Committee on the activities of the Association during the preceding financial year; and (b) the financial statements of the Association for the preceding financial year submitted by the Committee in accordance with Part 7 of the Act; (c) to elect the members of the Committee; (d) to confirm or vary the amounts (if any) of the annual subscription and joining fee.
Further as per the constitution (model rules) and point c (above) at the annual general meeting, elections will be held for each of the following position
(a) President (b) Vice-President (c) Secretary (d) Treasurer, and (e) Assistant Secretary.
Members of GAMCI may nominate other GAMCI members on the attached form only. The form must be signed by two members (as nominees) and also by the candidate themselves. Nominations will be accepted up until the date of the meeting.
GAMCI is pleased to report that from collections over two Khutbahs at Federation University and from Bank Transfers we have raised $1,150.00 to assist our Rohingya Muslim brothers and sisters.
The Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) and Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV) have announced that Eid Al’Adha will be on the Friday, 1st September 2017. ( see attachment ) and PRESS RELEASE - THE DAY OF ARAFAH Eid al Adha greetings are extended to all Gippsland Muslims and the entire Australian Muslim community.
Eid al Adha greetings are extended to all Gippsland Muslims and the entire Australian Muslim community. For the Gippsland community the following arrangement are:
Eid al Adha Salah: Date Friday 1st September 2017
Time: Takbeer will start at 8:15 am, followed by Salah beginning at 8:30 am SHARP.
Place: KERNOT HALL (corner of Princes Highway and Monash Drive Morwell).
Please bring a small dish to share as in past years UMSLV have arranged for a breakfast that is a one-dish program after prayers. The Hall has been booked until 11.00am.
The donation box will be at Eid Salah to help with the costs of Hiring the Hall.
Eid al Adha Dinner:
Time: Date Saturday 2nd September 2017 beginning at 6:00 pm
Place: Federation University student union lounge
This is a ONE DISH PROGRAM, and all are invited to attend. Please bring a meal that you are comfortable preparing, and share with the community. This can be either a main meal, a salad or sweet dish or combination. Please also bring the appropriate serving utensils.
GAMCI requests some assistance on the evening of the Eid al Adha dinner and for the morning prayer to set up re-arrange at the completion of both functions.
We wish all in the Gippsland Community Eid Mubarak.
During the final Iftar on June 24, 2017, GAMCI members donated $500 to the Latrobe Regional Hospital.
The Board of Imams (Victoria) and the Islamic Council of Victoria have announced that the 1st day of Shawwal 1438 will be on Sunday 25th June 2017 (see attachment). ).
Eid ul Fitr greetings are extended to all Gippsland muslims and the entire Australian Muslim community. For the Gippsland community the following arrangement are made:
Eid ul Fitr Salah: Date Sunday 25 June
Time and Place: The Eid al Fitr Salah will be offered at Kernot Hall, Morwell (corner of Princes Highway and Monash Drive Morwell).
Takbeer will start at 8:15 am, followed by Salah beginning at 8:30 am SHARP. Please bring a mushallah.
After Salah UMSLV have arranged for a breakfast that is a one dish program and that will be run until 10.30am. Please bring a plate to share.
Eid al Fitr Festival: Date Sunday 16 July
The attachment is from UMSLV regarding their Eid Festival.
Time and Place: This will be held Sunday 16th July from 10 am to 4 pm at Gippsland Heritage Park (211 Lloyd Street Moe).
There are lots of activities for the family to enjoy, so please come and support this Gippsland event.
The Islamic Council of Victoria and the Board of Imams Victoria (see attachment) have announced that the first day of our holiest month of the year will be on Saturday 27th May.
GAMCI wishes all Gippsland Muslims a blessed and holy Ramadan. May Allah (The Almighty) bestow his mercy upon us all and accept all our prayers.
A reminder of the following community Iftars to be held at the Federation University Student Union (please arrive before break fast time): ALL INVITED
Iftars confirmed include:
In shaa ALLAAH, Taraaweeh prayers will be offered in congregation (jamaa'at) at the following
three places:
The Islamic Council of Victoria would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for taking part in a very important new project - a statewide Mosque open day. Mosque open days are a great way of connecting with the wider community, being transparent about the beauty of Islam and breaking down misconceptions about Islam, mosques and Muslims. We are incredibly grateful for the funding we've received to run such an important project with you all and hope the project will aid in breaking down Islamophobia across our state.
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GAMCI has forwarded two receipts to appeals for money in Syrai. The first ($900) is to the Australian Red Cross Syria Crisis Appeal, which was collected during Khutbah. Receipt: 933750
The second ($500) was to Islamic Relief Australia’s Give to Winterisation program, which was collected by Brother Mohd Fabian Bin Hasna, and Sister Nur Azrida Bt Azhari Wasi. Winterisation Receipt
Assalamu alaikum Brothers, Sisters and Friends of GAMCI.
Annual General Meeting of GAMCI will be held on Saturday November 5, 2016. GAMCI is fortunate to have two presentations on this day: from Br Mohamed Mohideen (newlely elected ICV president), and Murray Lobley (Head of GECC Interfaith Steering Committee) who will present the "GECC Challenge Kit for Domestic Violence". Nomination forms are also attached and can be returned to Bro Ali naqi Gilani (alinaqi.gilani@monash.edu) for those wishing to nominate by November 1, 2016.
GAMCI looks forward to your attendance.
Please find the forthcoming GAMCI AGM documents below,
AGM Event Updates:-
The Islamic Council of Victoria have announced that the 10th of Thul Hijjah will be on Monday 12th September 2016 ( see attachment ). Eid al Adha greetings are extended to all Gippsland Muslims and the entire Australian Muslim community.
Eid al Adha Salah: Date Monday 12th September 2016
Time: Takbeer will start at 7:45 am, followed by Salah at 8:00 am SHARP.
Place: KERNOT HALL (corner of Princes Highway and Monash Drive Morwell).
After Salah, UMSLV and MUIS have arranged for a light breakfast which will conclude by 10.00 am. Please bring a sweet or savoury to share.
Eid al Adha Dinner: Date Saturday 17 September at 6:00 pm
Place: Federation University MUGSU student union lounge
The Eid al Adha Dinner will be a ONE DISH PROGRAM, and all family and friends are invited to attend. Please bring a meal that you are comfortable preparing, and share with the community. This can be either a main meal, a salad or sweet dish or combination. Please also bring the appropriate serving utensils.
GAMCI requests some assistance on the morning of Eid Salah, as Kernot Hall is a new venue, and also the evening of the Eid al Adha dinner.
A donation box will be available Eid morning to cover the cost of the Kernot Hall Hire.
The Board of Imams (Victoria) and the Islamic Council of Victoria have announced that the 1st day of Shawwal 1437 will be on Wednesday 6th July 2016 ( see attachment ).
Eid ul Fitr greetings are extended to all Gippsland muslims and the entire Australian Muslim community. For the Gippsland community the following arrangement are made:
Eid ul Fitr Salah: Date Wednesday 6 July 2016
Time: Takbeer starts at 7:45 am, followed by Salah at 8:00 am SHARP. Please bring a mushallah.
Place: Federation University MUGSU student union lounge
After Salah UMSLV and MUIS have arranged for a breakfast that is a one dish program and that will be run until 10.30am.
Eid ul Fitr Dinner: Date Friday 8 July 2016 at 6:00 pm
Place: Federation University MUGSU student union lounge
This is a ONE DISH PROGRAM, and all are invited to attend. Please bring a meal that you are comfortable preparing, and share with the community. This can be either a main meal, a salad or sweet dish or combination. Please also bring the appropriate serving utensils. GAMCI requests some assistance on the evening of the Eid ul Fitr dinner to set up the lounge and re-arrange at the completion of the night. We wish all in the Gippsland Community Eid Mubarok.
The Islamic Council of Victoria and the Australian National Council of Imams (see attachment) have announced that the first day of our holiest month of the year will be on Monday 6th June 2016.
GAMCI wishes all Gippsland Muslims a blessed and holy Ramadan. May Allah (The Almighty) bestow his mercy upon us all and accept all our prayers.
Please note that as mentioned by MUIS, community Iftars will occur at the Federation University on Saturday's and NOT Fridays. You are all invited to these Iftars, so please come and break your fast in congregation.
Iftars confirmed include:
In shaa ALLAAH, Taraaweeh prayers will be offered in congregation (jamaa'at) at the following
three places:
Make a sincere 'niyyah' (intention) to join one of the jamaa'ats and may ALLAAH grant us 'toufeeq' to accomplish our intentions.
On April 22 Four brothers from the Melbourne Multicultural Centre (MMC) visited Gippsland. The brothers have purchased land in the Western Suburbs of Melbourne which the Wyndham council has approved for a Masjid (address 700 Davis Road Tarneit). The Masjid will be called the “Golden Wattle Masjid”.
Our friends had requested monetary donations from members of the Gippsland Muslim Community (a payment needs to be made to the owners of the land in May, and they are still short of the amount required). The Gippsland Community responded to this call to help our fellow brothers and sisters.
Four brothers visited Gippsland and delivered the Khutbah (see Recording attached) at the Spiritual Centre at Federation University. This visit had the full support and the approval of Federation University Gippsland Campus and was organized by GAMCI and MUIS.
GAMCI and MUIS sincerely thanks the brothers and sisters who attended Khutbah that day. The Gippsland community raised a significant amount of money for this very worthy cause. The brothers who attended were very pleased as ours is a small congregation. GAMCI and MUIS thank our community for their contribution.
If you missed the Khutbah, donations can still be made via the following bank account.
BSB: 083961
ACC: 166 573 589
ACC NAME: MMC
We than MMC and we hope that one day the Golden Wattle Mosque will also donate money for a Gippsland Mosque, Inshallaha.
The weather was windy, but this did not stop the young (and older) children from enjoying the day inside and outside. Inside it was warm and the food was beautiful. The speeches made were wonderful, and shows how much the UMSLV and Muslim community in Gippsland has done this year. The outside facilities at Parky's were enjoyed by all, and the bouncing castle, laser guns, and the ropes course kept everyone amused.
Ramadan Announcmnet Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV)
In shaa ALLAAH, Taraaweeh will be prayed in congregation (jamaa'at) at the following
three places:
Make a sincere 'niyyah' (intention) to join one of the jamaa'ats and may ALLAAH grant us 'toufeeq' to accomplish our intentions.
Ramadan Timetable 2015 (Morwell)
As per the GAMCI constitution, the ordinary business of the annual general meeting is to receive and consider—
Further as per the constitution (model rules) and point c (above) at the annual general meeting, elections will be held for each of the following positions
Members of GAMCI may nominate other GAMCI members on the attached form only. The form must be signed by two members (as nominees) and also by the candidate themselves. Nominations close on at Noon on Saturday 1 November, 2014.
GAMCI has requested that Brother Shakif Azam (current MUIS president) to collect and handle all the nominations. His email is : shakif78@gmail.com
