Toowoomba Mosque Plans

Mosque for Toowoomba

Earlier this week, the Islamic Society of Toowoomba announced plans were under way to establish a mosque to cater for the growing number of Muslims living in the city.

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Integrating Human Rights Standards

ohchr

A report from the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) calls for integrating human rights standards in post-2015 goals, saying discussion of the post-2015 development agenda is an “unmissable opportunity” to address lack of accountability and unfulfilled development commitments regarding the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

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McDonalds, KFC, fast-food Hallal

McDonalds, Sydney

HALAL food is now sold at a dozen McDonald’s restaurants and bacon is off the menu at some KFC outlets to accommodate the religious sensitivities of Australia’s growing Muslim population.

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Democracy Awareness Campaign

The Democracy Awareness Campaign conducted by Crescents of Brisbane, AMARAH and the Islamic Council of Queensland through roadshows around the state was concluded on Thursday 23 May in Queensland’s Parliament House in Brisbane with the tabling of the report on the project to a small group of invited politicians, government officials and community leaders.

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Buddha's Birthday in Tasmania

Budda's Birthday, Tasmania

Buddha’s Birthday will be celebrated at University of Tasmania Multifaith Centre on Saturday, May 25th, 9.30 am to 12.30 pm. The celebration is provided by Buddhism@UTas and the Tasmanian Buddhist Chaplaincy Support Group.

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Love and Care in the Age of Social Media

Love and Care in the Age of Social Media

The E-Vam Buddhist Institute is hosting a multi-faith forum on 2 June entitled Love and Care for Others in the Age of Social Media. This will be a fascinating discussion and a lovely day out in the Yarra Valley.

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