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The Jump 'n' Jiggles event on Saturday the 4th of July has been cancelled.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

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By News Online's Amy Simmons

The idea that the Muslim burqa represents the enslavement of women and undermines their dignity is an ignorant misconception, according to a young, part-Australian Muslim woman.

French President Nicolas Sarkozy has said the burqa is "not a sign of religion", but a sign of "enslavement ... and subservience".

Mr Sarkozy spoke in favour of a recent call by 65 French MPs to create a parliamentary commission to study a small, but growing trend, of wearing the full-body religious garment in France.

"We cannot accept in our country women imprisoned behind netting; cut off from any social life, deprived of any identity," he said.

"This is not the idea the French republic has of a woman's dignity."

But Nada Ibrahim, a Griffith University PhD student, says the veil is an integral part of her identity.

She says she chooses to wear the veil not to satisfy any male influence, but because she believes it is a commandment from God.

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Date: Friday, 24th July 2009
Venue: Laila Reception, Brunswick
Time: 7pm till 11:30pm
Entry: $35 per person

There will be an auction held on the night, God-Willing.

For more information please contact 0403 719 618

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In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

“And of His signs is that he created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought.”Qur’an 30:21
All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the Worlds, the Merciful, the Irresistible, the Hearer of supplications, and may the peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

Insha-Allah this site aims to help single brothers and sisters within the community explore one of many avenues in finding their potential spouse, whilst maintaining the harmony of the family structure. This service is free, confidential and all care has been taken in order to maintain strict conformity to Islamic rules and guidelines.

View: Click here to enter the marriage portal
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Once again, the Australian Federal Police and the Essendon Football Club are proud to co-host the Unity Cup Family Day. A day which aims to unite our multicultural communities through Australian Rules Football, as well as providing plenty of fun and entertainment for the entire family.

The day will feature a round-robin football competition between four multicultural communities, each team consisting of local community members as well as representatives from AFP, Victoria Police and Essendon.

Will IISNA retain the cup? Come and find out!

Location: Windy Hill, Napier Street, Essendon (Melways 28 H3)
Date: Sunday 21 June
Time: 10am – 4.30pm

For further information please contact CLTMelbourne [at] afp [dot] gov [dot] au

Highlights of the day will include:
  • Free Entry!
  • Football Competition
  • Police Expos
  • Meet Essendon Players
  • BBQ Lunch
  • MFB Smokebuster
  • Kids & Womens Activities

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