Multicultural Community Connect Queensland

31/05/2026

26/05/2026

13/05/2026

✨ Abhangwari brought the divine spirit of Pandharpur to Brisbane! 🙏🎶

On 4 May 2026, audiences experienced an unforgettable evening of devotion, music, and bhakti as Mahesh Kale presented his acclaimed program Abhangwari. From the vibrant dindi procession and traditional décor to soulful abhangs and audience participation, the event beautifully recreated the sacred Wari tradition of Maharashtra.

Presented by C&G Entertainment Brisbane, the evening united communities through music, devotion, and culture — making Brisbane feel like Pandharpur itself. 🌸

09/05/2026

🌐 As AI transforms the world, cyber risks are evolving faster than ever.
From Mumbai to Melbourne, Bengaluru to Brooklyn — the Indian diaspora remains digitally connected across borders. With that connection comes the need for stronger cybersecurity awareness, smarter online habits, and collective resilience against emerging AI-driven threats.

🔐 Stay informed. Stay protected. Stay connected.
💡 Topics covered:
• AI-powered cyber threats
• Digital identity & privacy
• Cross-border cyber awareness
• Online safety for global communities
• Resilience through awareness

09/05/2026

SAVE THE DATE ✨

Experience the elegance, culture, and grandeur of India at the spectacular Alluring India – Australia Edition 2026 🇮🇳🇦🇺

A glamorous celebration of Indian fashion, lifestyle, heritage, and creativity — bringing together culture, style, and community under one unforgettable evening.

📍 Venue: The Star Brisbane
📅 Date: 16 August 2026
🎉 Celebrating 80 Years of Indian Independence

Presented with pride by the Consulate General of India, Brisbane, Australia in collaboration with community and lifestyle leaders.

Get ready for an evening filled with fashion, inspiration, elegance, and cultural brilliance ✨

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01/05/2026

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"Multiculturalism is a shared national commitment that has shaped modern Australia and strengthened our democracy, economy and social fabric. When this legacy is treated as a political wedge, the real cost is borne by communities who already experience exclusion, racism and marginalisation.

Multicultural communities belong. They have consistently demonstrated their commitment to Australia’s democratic values, civic life and shared future.
Any rhetoric that creates artificial hierarchies of belonging undermines social cohesion and legitimises division, at precisely the moment when leadership, unity and responsibility are most needed.

ECCQ stands with Federation of Ethnic Communities' Councils of Australia - FECCA in calling on all political leaders to reject divisive narratives and uphold the bipartisan legacy of multiculturalism."

- Lisa Ward, CEO of ECCQ

Read full media release: https://fecca.org.au/updates/statement-political-misstep-bipartisan-legacy-at-risk/

07/03/2026

🇮🇳 Chak De! India! ⚽🔥

The excitement is building as Team India gears up for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026. Let’s cheer for our women warriors as they step onto the field and represent the nation with pride. 💙

📅 Match Schedule:
🇮🇳 India vs Vietnam
🗓 4 March | ⏰ 19:00
📍 Perth Rectangular Stadium

🇮🇳 India vs Japan
🗓 7 March | ⏰ 19:00
📍 Perth Rectangular Stadium

🇮🇳 India vs Chinese Taipei
🗓 10 March | ⏰ 20:00
📍 Western Sydney Stadium

Let’s come together and support the Indian Women’s Football Team as they chase glory on the Asian stage. 🌟

💙 Chak De India!
Tag your friends and show your support for the Blue Tigresses!

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07/03/2026

Australia vs Korea Republic International Women’s Day clash
Dami Im to perform both national anthems at Australia vs Korea Republic International Women’s Day clash
Australian-Korean star Dami Im will deliver both national anthems in a powerful a ca****la performance ahead of Sunday night’s blockbuster AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ International Women’s Day clash between Australia and Korea Republic.
Two football powerhouses will collide at Stadium Australia in what is set to be the biggest attendance of the tournament so far, with a huge Sydney crowd expected to create a finals-like atmosphere for this top-of-the-group showdown.
Tickets remain available for Sunday’s International Women’s Day showdown between Australia and Korea Republic at Stadium Australia.
Fans are encouraged to secure their seats now and be part of what promises to be one of the defining and most electric nights of the tournament.

Buy tickets: Lock in your tickets here. https://www.womensasiancup2026.com.au/
India News

15/12/2025

The death toll from Sunday’s shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach has climbed to 16. Police have confirmed that the attackers were a father and son, now at the center of an ongoing investigation.

28/11/2025

Equity in education starts with language👏🏽
The Queensland Multicultural Service Sector Executive Network, which ECCQ proudly chairs, with representatives from over 30 multicultural service providers, presented our latest policy paper today to the Hon. John Paul Langbroek MP and the Hon. Fiona Simpson MP, in their capacity as Minister for Education and Minister for Multiculturalism, respectively.
We called for more strategic and accountable English as a Second Language (ESL)/ English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) programs to effectively empower migrant & refugee students across Queensland.
We thank the Ministers and their senior departmental staff, including Director Generals, for their time and their willingness to be a part of these ongoing, solution-focused discussions.
You can view the presented policy paper here:

The term EALD is now often used in Queensland state schools instead of English as a second language (ESL) to recognise that some migrant and refugee students