Desi Buzz… “A Weekly E-Newsletter” – ISSUE: 030926
Stay Connected with your community with our weekly dose “Desi Buzz… A Weekly e-Newsletter” check out this week’s ISSUE 030926. Simply Click on the below image to read the full issue.
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Igniting the Diaspora’s Flame: Haut Monde Mrs India Worldwide Shines in Sydney
True empowerment belongs to women who carry the warmth of home, pursue demanding professional careers and still find the courage to follow their own dreams. It was both a surprise and an absolute honour to join prominent members of Sydney’s Indian diaspora, including Kumud Merani, Manjula Viswanath and Simran Gulati, on the jury panel for […]
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Teej Mahotsav Brings Thousands Together in Celebration and Solidarity
Sydney’s Nepalese community came together in a powerful celebration of culture, connection and resilience as Teej Mahotsav 2026 transformed Burwood Park into a vibrant showcase of Nepalese music, dance and tradition. Organised by the Nepalese Hindu Society of Australia, the festival attracted thousands of people from the Nepalese and wider Australian communities on 14 September. […]
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Indian-Australian Jinal Shashin Parmar Recognized for Advancing Health Equity Across Western Sydney Communities
Indian-origin public health researcher and educator Jinal Shashin Parmar has been recognised with the 2026 Western Sydney University Unsung Hero Award, acknowledging her sustained contribution to community health, health equity and student wellbeing across Western Sydney. Parmar is undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health within the Health Equity across the Lifecourse (HEAL) Research […]
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Nepali Australian Community Thanks Governor-General for Standing With Nepal After Devastating Floods
Australia’s Nepali community has expressed its appreciation to Governor-General Sam Mostyn for her solidarity and support following the devastating floods that struck Nepal and affected communities across the region. The Australia Nepal Friendship Society (ANFS) recently brought members of Canberra’s Nepali community together at Government House, where representatives had an opportunity to acknowledge the Governor-General’s […]
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NSW Introduces New Safeguards for Learner Drivers and Driving Instructors
The NSW Government has introduced updated regulations aimed at strengthening protections for learner drivers while increasing accountability across the state’s driving instruction industry. The new Driving Instructors Regulation 2026 introduces clearer requirements for driving instructors and schools following a period of public consultation. Among the key changes is a requirement for instructors and driving schools […]
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UPI Payments Above ₹2,000 to Attract MDR From October 15: What Changes for Customers and Merchants
India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is set for its biggest pricing change in years, with a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework coming into effect from 15 October 2026. Under the revised system, specified person-to-merchant UPI payments above ₹2,000 will attract an MDR of 0.4 per cent, while millions of everyday low-value transactions and eligible […]
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BIBA Brings India’s Fashion Legacy to Australia with First Store at Westfield Fountain Gate
India’s renowned fashion brand BIBA has officially opened the doors to its first Australian store at Westfield Fountain Gate, marking a significant new chapter for Indian fashion retail in Australia. The landmark store was inaugurated on 12 September 2026 by BIBA India Managing Director Siddharth Bindra, alongside City of Casey Deputy Mayor Cr Anthony Walter […]
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She Shapes History: Walking in the Footsteps of Remarkable Women
What if we could walk through Sydney and discover the stories of women who helped shape its history, women whose contributions are often overshadowed by those of men? That is the premise behind ‘She Shapes History’, a walking tour that takes participants to significant locations across Sydney while introducing them to women who challenged convention, […]
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Smart Rental Bonds Now Available Across NSW as Statewide Rollout Begins
Renters across New South Wales can now access Smart Rental Bonds statewide, allowing them to transfer an existing rental bond to a new property instead of finding thousands of dollars for another bond while waiting for their previous one to be returned. The Minns Labor Government has expanded the scheme across the state after an […]
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