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Join in the Free Fun

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 10th November 2011

Elyard Street in Narellan will be in a buzz this Saturday when it is closed and transformed into a cultural hub and community space for the Narellan Rhythms Festival.

Field of Flowers

Source: Campbelltown Advertiser - 26th October 2011

MDSI had been part of the Narellan Rhythm Festival since it started several years ago. Some of the programs and activities for the 2011 festival include the refugee awareness tent and the 'Field of Flowers' creativity project.

Ethnic Cultural Tips for Service Providers

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 8th November 2011

Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative will hold a session on Thursday to share culturally specific information with service providers that will help them when working with clients from Arabic and Indian backgrounds.

A Flavour Of Iraq To Enjoy

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 1st November 2011

Khatoun Shamoun from Macquarie Fields still remembers the pots of Burghul the community shared in Mosul City, Iraq.

Stirring Up A Tasty Favourite

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 25th October 2011

Woodbine woman Ghada Baltagi-Hewitt took traditional Lebanese ingredients, added a pinch of creativity and came up with her very own healthy stir fry, named multicolour dish.

No Interest Loan Scheme

Source: Campbelltown Connector - 21st October 2011

I recently announced grants of $84,331.36 for Macarthur NILS, $36,142.01 for Macarthur Diversity Services NILS and $12,047.34 for Mount Annan Church Community Services to deliver vital financial support services to residents in Campbelltown.

Winners Are Outstanding

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 12th October 2011

Last weekend MG My Gateway celebrated the 30th anniversary and 2011 Apprentice & Trainee of the Year Awards at the Campbelltown Catholic Club.

Freekeh A Tasty Treat

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 11th October 2011

Iman Renno learned how to cook the traditional Syrian dish freekeh when she was a child so not cooking it perfectly is not an option.

Dish For A Celebration

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 4th October 2011

Summer is a time for celebration, and her family a favourite celbratory dish is traditional stuffed vegetables.

Dip in For a Tasty Treat

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 20th September 2011

Fijian/Indian women Sangeeta Birt ensures there’s always a traditional tasty entree on the table for her girls.

Grants Keep Wheels Turning

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 20th September 2011

Community groups across Campbelltown will continue to thrive following an allocation of funding to promote their projects.

Boost for Financial Support Service

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 13th September 2011

Macarthur Diversity Services initiative will continue to provide financial support services in the Campbelltown area following a state government grant.

Eid Ends the Fast

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 13th September 2011

The Macarthur community came together recently to celebrate one of the year’s most culturally significant events - the end of Ramadan.

No Interest Loans Help Avoid Debts

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 31st August 2011

Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative now has $36,000 to load interest-free to locals in need.

Muslim Fast Ends

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 31st August 2011

Last Wednesday, Campbelltown people gathered in Koshigaya Park to celebrate the end of Ramadan.

Sana Al-Ahmar, CPP Officer Multiple Communities MDSI

Source: The Diversity Age - 12th August 2011

For many years i have worked with migrants, refugees and humitarian entrants of all ages as a Community Capacity and then as a Family Settlement worker.

Rice ‘n’ Ease Does it Now

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 26th July 2011

When Lizelda Ramirez immigrated to Australia from the Philippines in 2004, one thing that struck the keen cook was the easte of Australian cooking.

One Table, Two Worlds

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 24th May 2011

The Morheb household gets to experience the best of both worlds at dinner time. Saja Morheb uses her kitchen to whip up a global wonderland of cuisine.

The Oldest Calendar

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 10th May 2011

Traditional Easter celebrations might have come and gone but that didn’t stop Campbelltown’s Coptic community having some fun with their own celebrations on April 28.

Easter Celebration Marked with a Traditional Lunch

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 4th May 2011

MDSI celebrated Coptic Easter last month with a traditional Eqyptian lunch. On Thursday April 28, they enjoyed smoked fish, boiled eggs and sweets. The Coptic community marks Easter according to the Coptic Orthodox calendar, the oldest in history.

Homeland Inspiration

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 12th April 2011

A Lebanese migrant shares her love of the cuisine of her homeland, and her passion for cooking.

Kids Reach Out

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 6th April 2011

Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative’s group for multicultural seniors eith dementia recently celebrated Harmony Day with Campbelltown Primary School pupils.

Pakistan Food Diverse, Rich in Flavours

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 15th March 2011

With four beautiful little girls, Shabnum Nasir is always busy but she still finds time to prepare tradional Pakistani cuisine for her family each night.

Enjoy Harmony

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 15th March 2011

It’s heartening to be reminded “everyone belongs” and that’s the theme for this year’s Harmony Day celebrations.

Help For Dads

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 2nd March 2011

A support group for Arabic-speaking fathers designed to help them support and understand teenagers began last week. With five sessions remaining, next week’s topic (March 8) is self-esteem.

MDSI Community Garden Botanic Garden Tour

Source: Community Greening Newsletter - 1st March 2011

The excursion was held on Monday Nov 2010 in partnership with Botanic Gardens’ Program as the Green Street Coordinator arranged activities for the day.

Mum’s Food is a Tradition

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 1st March 2011

The food from her Lebanese homeland plays a major role in Monda Dehaini’s family gatherings.

Healthy Food for New Arrivals

Source: The Minto Messenger - 20th February 2011

Ladies, do you want to share your recipes and learn about and taste food from different parts of the world?

Cutting Edge Preparation

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 15th February 2011

Experience the exotic flavours of the world in our new Global Kitchen feature. The key to the aromatic and tantalising taste of Iraqi food is in the number of ingredients and their patient preparation.

MULTICAN Cancer Support Group

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 21st December 2010

Meets at 32 Lithgow St, Campelltown, on the first and third Mondays of the month from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Details: Sana on 4620 6855.

When HIPPY Spells so Very Happy

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 15th December 2010

The Home Interaction program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) program in Claymore had its first class graduate from its program last month.

Livvi’s Place Rally

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 8th December 2010

A vital and well-used children’s facility in Campbelltown is rallying support to stay open after it failed to attract government funding.

Such Fantastic Family Fun

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser - 8th December 2010

Rain could not dampen the spirits of a large crowd gathered for the Campbelltown City Christmas Carols on Saturday.

Expo Calendar Features Artists’ Work

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 30th November 2010

Macarthur Textile Network members are hopeful a celendar of stunning photos of entries in the inaugural Macarthur Textile Expo will go towards funding a second event.

HIPPY Graduates

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 16th November 2010

Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative is celebrating a milestone event on Thursday with its first graduation for young children from Claymore who have completed the Home Interaction for Parents and Youngsters program.

A Showcase of Community Spirit

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 9th November 2010

Despite winning awards for her community work, Tali Ofo remains focused on helping families from Pacific Islander backgrounds.

Helping’s No Trouble for Tali

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 2nd November 2010

Despite winning awards for her community work, Tali Ofo remains focused on helping families from Pacific Islander backgrounds.

Snags Deployed to Fight Poverty

Source: Campbelltown Macarthur Chronicle - 2nd November 2010

Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative held a barbecue recently to draw the community together for Anti Poverty Week.

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