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Learning in COVID – 19 times: Pause. Reset. Renew.

Learn from life, learn for life. By Sudha Kumar A microscopic bug brings humanity down to her knees. And how! But as we absorbed the shock and reality sunk, we realigned and repositioned, albeit with diminished clarity and a generous dose of confusion, all shrouded in an all-encompassing fear for life. The gravity of the […]

How teachers in NSW Schools are coping during COVID -19

Sydney’s Lock Down Diary – 2 By Rekha Rajvanshi Coronavirus outbreak in Australia and around the world has impacted everyone’s work, personal and social life. Social distancing measures are still in place and everyone is suffering irrespective of their age. It has greatly impacted our education system. Students as well as parents are finding it […]

Insights from Prof Raina MacIntyre on COVID-19

The Latest from Science: Insights from Prof Raina MacIntyre on COVID-19 Here are Professor’s following comments in an interview with Paul Richards: On elimination: So what we aim to do with disease control measures is to reduce the reproductive number or R0 below one. And that’s what the 10 cases giving rise to 5 new […]

First Super: beware early access to super scammers

Local industry super fund First Super is warning people to be aware of a new scam that started after the Federal Government’s announcement to allow early access to super to help people through the COVID-19 crisis. Eligible super fund members will be able to access up to $10,000 of their superannuation savings before 1 July […]

Pankaj Upadhayay’s euphony as a cinematographer and a film maker

By Manju Mittal The multitalented Pankaj Upadhayay is not only an accomplished Cinematographer, but also a film maker, podcaster, editor and writer. Originally from Calcutta, Bengal, Pankaj belongs to a family infused with creative literary genes but he stands apart. Pankaj also leads his expertise and manages entertainment website ‘Euphony’, his extensive portfolio that covers […]

Coronavirus, In-house isolation continues.

By Santram Bajaj As a result of this indoor isolation or lockdown, our physical movements are further curtailed. We may be now feeling mentally drained too by the deluge on Coronavirus news. Let us not be disheartened. We must keep our minds active and always alert. Our body may not, but our mind can travel […]

Meet Harvinder Mankkar Cartoon creator of ‘Motu Patlu’

By Manju Mittal Multitalented Dr. Harvinder Mankkar doesn’t need any introduction. He is a popular cartoonist, illustrator, writer and director. He is a living legend of his field. His cartoon characters ‘Motu Patlu’ are quite famous in the Animation world. His comic characters ‘Motu Patlu’ published in ‘Lot-pot’ magazine; are now one of the most […]

State Library NSW during COVID-19

Sydney’s Lock Down Diary-1   By Rekha Rajvanshi Coronavirus outbreak in Australia and around the world has made people anxious, disturbed and lonely. Practicing self-isolation has impacted our mental health and well being. Community is disturbed, people are confused, and elderly scared and lonely. School system has changed, online learning is taking place and students […]

Grant to Combat Social Isolation for Seniors During COVID-19, respond by 26 April

Message from Julie Owens Federal Member for Parramatta On Grant announced by the Federal goverment to do with isolation and seniors: During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is extremely important that we care for isolated and at risk communities to ensure we all stay connected, feel safe and remain healthy. A new grants program has been […]

Buddha and the four women

By Neena Badhwar PLAY: Buddha and the four women This play is based on the fact that one cannot achieve enlightenment like what King Siddhartha did in one life time without the help of people around him. They say ‘There’s always a woman behind a man’s success’. In King Siddhartha’s case, for him to have […]