Register now for our upcoming Conversation with Sam Lim MP Federal Member for Tangney in Western Australia, in collaboration with Asian Australian Alliance. Sam was born in Johor, Malaysia. He grew up in a house on a rubber plantation in rural Malaysia. After completing his GCE O levels at school, Sam applied to become a Police Constable in the Royal Malaysian Police Force (RMPF). After his graduation as a Constable in the RMPF, Sam served for two years before he resigned to take on a new challenge as a Dolphin Trainer at the Johor Safari Park. Sam was elected in 2022 to the Australian Federal Parliament. Date 23-08-2022 @ 03:30 PM Location Online Event

Do you have any questions about Malaysian passport renewal / application / extension in Australia? Join this session and get your questions answered! Thursday, 31st March 2022 6-7pm (Sydney/Melbourne/Canberra/Hobart) 5.30-6.30pm (Adelaide) 5-6pm (Brisbane) 4.30-5.30pm (Darwin) 3-4pm (Perth) Zoom Link will be sent prior to the event Cost: FREE Organised by: Date: Thu 31st Mar 2022, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm AEDT Location: Event is held on Zoom. Zoom details will be emailed.

This is the Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2022 for the Australian Malaysian Singaporean Association Inc. (AMSA). This AGM is for AMSA Members only. If you have any questions about your membership status including renewal, please contact membership@amsa.com.au Date: Tue 28th Jun 2022, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm AEST Location: Online event is held via Zoom. Access link will be delivered via email one day prior to the event.

Join us for a conversation with Junda Khoo (the co-owner of Ho Jiak) on his journey from a former Malaysian international student in Australia (double degree in Commerce & IT) to a career in Finance and now chef and restaurant entrepreneur. Ho Jiak Town Hall was recently awarded as a Finalist for Gourmet 2022 Restaurant Awards (Best New Restaurant category) in Australia. Capacity is limited. Registration is essential. A light afternoon tea will be served by Ho Jiak Town Hall. About AMSA Talk AMSA Talk is a speaker series which features high profile local, national and international keynote speakers from government, business, media, arts, entertainment, culinary, not-for-profit sectors and more. It aims to inspire, inform, educate and engagement our members and the wider community in a local and national dialogue on issues, ideas and conversations that matters for Malaysians, Singaporeans, and the wider Australian multicultural community. Date 19-06-2022 @ 02:30 PM Location Ho Jiak Town Hall, York Street, Sydney NSW Register for this Event

Spend a relaxing final Sunday of Autumn with us for Hari Raya celebration and networking, served with authentic Malaysian and Singaporean style dishes. This event will also include the launch of the Australian Malaysian Singaporean Association (AMSA) Queensland Network. TICKET PRICE $28 per person (AMSA member) $32 per person (Non member) $18 per person (12 years old and below) $13 per person (7 years old and below) Free for 4 years old and below Capacity is limited. Registration is essential. MENU Ayam Berempah, Rendang Tok, Kerabu Taugeh, Udang Petai, Nasi Putih, Kuih (2 types), Ais Bandung and Mee Goreng. Banquet Style service. Organised by: For more information about the Australian Malaysian Singaporean Association (AMSA) including signing up as member, visit www.amsa.com.au Refund Policy Refunds are available up to 1 day prior to the event Date: Sun 29th May 2022, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm AEST Location: Kopitalk Malaysian Street Food Shop 14 Crestwood Plaza, 458 Olsen Ave, Molendinar QLD 4214, Australia

“Jom Makan” and spend a relaxing Autumn Friday evening with us for networking, served with authentic Malaysian and Singaporean style dishes. The word “Jom” is a Malay slang which carries the meaning of “let’s go,” and “Makan” is the Malay word for eating. We are very excited to have 2 special guests who are from Singapore and Malaysia respectively for our informal guest speakers during makan. Su-Lin Tan Originally from Singapore, Su-Lin joined the South China Morning Post (SCMP) in 2020 after the Australian Financial Review where she covered housing and commercial property, Asian business and street talk and investigations. She is a qualified accountant and worked in investment banking and funds management both in London and Sydney before becoming a journalist. Premesh Chandran Premesh was the CEO and co-founder of Malaysiakini, and served as non-executive director of KiniTV and FG Media. He believes in finding practical ways to achieve one’s ideals. He sometimes wonders how he got into this, but then he remembers the pre-Internet media and is glad that he did. Premesh left Malaysiakini in Feb 2022, after serving more than 22 years as its CEO. Spaces are limited. Registration is essential. Catering from Sydney Kopitiam: Traditional Malaysian and Singaporean style fried noodle White Rice Mixed Vegetables Chicken Curry Curry Puffs Beverages (soft drinks and water) Photos of this event have been uploaded on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AMSAInc/posts/5482707858429471 Date 20-05-2022 @ 06:30 PM to 20-05-2022 @ 08:30 PM Registration End Date 19-05-2022 Location Level 5, Prince Trade Centre, 8 Quay St, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

Zhi Soon, Federal Candidate for Banks, Former Diplomat and Public Service Advisor About AMSA Talk AMSA Talk is a speaker series which features high profile local, national and international keynote speakers from government, business, media, arts, entertainment, culinary, not-for-profit sectors and more. It aims to inspire, inform, educate and engagement our members and the wider community in a local and national dialogue on issues, ideas and conversations that matters for Malaysians, Singaporeans, and the wider Australian multicultural community. About Zhi Soon Born in Shah Alam, Zhi migrated with his family from Malaysia as a child, living first in Hurstville before settling in Revesby. From working as a diplomat for the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in Afghanistan to his current role with the Australian Institute of Teaching and School Leadership, Zhi’s career has been focussed on public service. Date And Time 23-04-2022 @ 02:30 PM to 23-04-2022 @ 05:00 PM Location The Grace Hotel, 77 York Street, Sydney Photos of this event have been uploaded on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AMSAInc/posts/5386193614747563

Welcome to the first episode of AMSA Talk! A show where we interview some of the most interesting and innovative diaspora, migrants and affiliates of the Australian, Malaysian and Singaporean community. Watch on Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/AMSAInc/videos/670700120749295/ Watch on LinkedIn Live: https://www.linkedin.com/video/event/urn:li:ugcPost:6906479374959292416/ About AMSA Talk AMSA Talk is a speaker series which features high profile local, national and international keynote speakers from government, business, media, arts, entertainment, culinary, not-for-profit sectors and more. It aims to inspire, inform, educate and engagement our members and the wider community in a local and national dialogue on issues, ideas and conversations that matters for Malaysians, Singaporeans, and the wider Australian multicultural community. About the session It’s always risky leaving a big company like ANZ to found a start up. Things might not work out, mental burnouts, and there’s no free food or any of normal corporate perks? So why leave? Don’t miss this International Women’s Day opportunity for a live Q and A session with Jeanette Cheah. We will ask questions around doing great work in a startup, what makes a great manager. Cost: Free. But registration in essential. Jeanette Cheah is the founder and CEO of HEX, an award-winning edtech company delivering internationally recognised innovation and entrepreneurship programs to university students and the next generation of talent. A globally in-demand corporate keynote speaker and panelist, she is also a guest lecturer and mentor at universities around Australia and an advocate for tech inclusion and diversity in business worldwide. Jeanette has represented Australia at the G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance in Argentina, was a Telstra Business Women’s Awards finalist, and in 2021 was named a 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australian and category winner for Entrepreneurship. Date 15-03-2022 @ 05:00 PM to 06:00 PM Location Online Event

“Jom Kopi” and spend a relaxing Saturday afternoon with us for an authentic Malaysian and Singaporean style afternoon tea. The word “Jom” is a Malay slang which carries the meaning of “let’s go,” and “Kopi” is the Malay word for coffee. Light afternoon tea refreshments were served by IKHWAN Cafe Sydney. TICKET PRICE $15 per person (member) $20 per person (non member) Hurry! Limited capacity. Registration is essential. *Images for illustration purposes only. Date: Sat 5th March 2022, Time: 3:30PM to 5:00PM Location Venue: IKHWAN Café Sydney Shop 2/1-27 Murray St, Pyrmont NSW 2009 Photos of this event have been uploaded on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AMSAInc/posts/5255816667785259

Gather with fellow Malaysians, Singaporeans and friends to celebrate the Year of the Tiger! HENG, ONG, HUAT AH! “The inaugural initiative of AMSA Victorian Network” Lunar New Year is one of the major festive seasons in Malaysia and Singapore. Though the date changes each year in accordance to the lunar calendar, the way the festival is celebrated remains the same: unmarried relatives receive Ang Pows (money in red packets), families have reunion dinners, huge feasts being organised across the community, lion and dragon dances, and more COST: FREE. To enter into the Lucky Draw, registration is essential. NOTE: Zoom Link will be sent prior to the event. HIGHLIGHTS – Special Cooking Demo by Sue Ann Ooi from Channel 7’s My Kitchen Rules MKR Season 11, 2020 – LNY Talk Show with Darren – “Lunar New Year Heng Ong Huat!” – Trivia – Lucky Draw (within Australia only) Watch This Video about our Special Guest – Sue Ann Ooi from MKR Lucky Draw – Major Prizes (for AMSA Members Only) Grand Prize: One Night Signature Premium King Room at the Grace Hotel Sydney (Value $325) Other prizes include Vouchers from Westfield, Malaysian and Singaporean Grocery Store and more. Lucky Draw – Minor Prizes – (for both AMSA Members and Non-Members) Vouchers from David Jones, Malaysian and Singaporean Grocery Store and more. To sign up for AMSA Membership, visit here This event is proudly presented to you by the Australian Malaysian Singaporean Association Inc. (AMSA). Special Thank You To Our Sponsors: Philip Au & Associates Austlink Education Group The Grace Hotel Sydney Just Go Shop Date 07-02-2022 @ 07:00 PM to 08:45 PM Location Online Event

In 2021, we celebrated AMSA’s 50th Anniversary as one of the oldest Malaysian and Singaporean associations in Australia, to recognise the contribution of the many members and committees that were involved in the last 50 years. Established in 1970, AMSA is an incorporated not-for-profit organisation for Malaysian and Singaporean residents and their families to meet socially and network with each other. The anniversary was celebrated on the 4th December with dignitaries, VIP and members at The Fullerton Hotel in Sydney, Sydney’s newest luxury heritage hotel in the heart of the Sydney CBD. When: Sat 4th Dec 2021 Time: 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm AEDT Where: The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, 1 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia Cost: $168 – $1680 Catering: Menu curated by Audra Morrice, Judge of MasterChef Singapore Judge8-2022 @ 05:00 PM

"About the session: "Pathway to Purpose" Join us for an informal Q&A session with the Acting Malaysian High Commissioner to Australia, Consul General and representatives from the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra and Consulate-Generals of Malaysia in Australia. Please submit your question via the registration form below. This is a FREE event but registration is essential. Spaces are limited. Zoom link will be sent out prior to the event. On selecting your ticket, you will have an opportunity to submit a question you would like to ask. Refund Policy No refunds Date: Wed 7th Jul 2021, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm AEST Location Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3730999903