The Office of Multicultural Interests (OMI) is a division of the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries. Its key role is to advise the Minister on the development of State Government policies and programs to achieve the full potential of multiculturalism.

OMI develops strategies that include everyone—culturally diverse communities, the wider community, business and industry groups, government and non-government agencies—to help develop a society that values and maximises the benefits of its cultural diversity. Its strategies assist organisations to develop policies, programs and services that are accessible and responsive to the needs of a diverse community.

OMI provides information, advice, funding, training and support to communities and community organisations to help build strong communities that maintain and share their diverse cultures and participate actively in all aspects of Western Australian life.

The Western Australian government proudly acknowledges and celebrates our cultural diversity as one of our State’s great strengths and actively plans for a future that captures its potential.

Being active, having a sense of belonging and having a purpose in life all contribute to happiness and good mental health.

Act-Belong-Commit is a unique, evidence-based mental health promotion program applicable to the whole community. It was created in Western Australia, and has now expanded to other states and globally.

In essence, Act-Belong-Commit aims to increase individual and community wellbeing by increasing and strengthening connections between community members.

We do this by encouraging participation in family, cultures, community events and organisations, and increasing collaboration between community organisations that offer activities conducive to good mental health and wellbeing.

Website: https://www.actbelongcommit.org.au

Healthway funds activities related to the promotion of good health in general, with particular emphasis on young people.

Healthway operates under the Western Australian Health Promotion Foundation Act 2016. The Act defines the objects, functions and powers of Healthway and establishes a skills-based Board of Management. Healthway’s role defined in the Act, is to “promote and facilitate in Western Australia good health and activities which encourage healthy lifestyles.”

Healthway’s role is:

to fund activities related to the promotion of good health in general with particular emphasis on young people; and

to support sporting and arts activities which encourage healthy lifestyles and advance health promotion programmes; and

to provide grants to organisations engaged in health promotion programmes; and

to fund research relevant to health promotion; and

to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of the performance of the Foundation in achieving health promotion activities.

Every day Lotterywest gives West Australians a chance to dream by playing a range of lottery games. As well as selling our games and handing out millions of prizes to winners, we are unique in Australia as the only lottery to directly support the community through our grants.

Every time you play Lotterywest games, you help support thousands of grants for not-for-profit organisations and local government authorities, as well as health, sports and arts sectors through our statutory funding.

Lotterywest has proudly supported the community for over 80 years and remains committed to our vision to build a better Western Australia together.

Website: https://www.lotterywest.wa.gov.au

The third chapter of “Confluence: A Festival of India in Australia”, to be supported by the High Commission of India in Australia and produced by pioneering arts and entertainment company Teamwork Arts and Australia-based Gandhi Creations, will once again bind India and Australia in a colourful and collaborative tapestry of the arts.

The previous two festival editions, received by diverse audiences with great enthusiasm, were vibrant, eclectic, multi-city artistic and cultural depictions of India in Australia ranging across shows, themes and exhibitions. In 2017, quintessential Australian towns such as Townsville and Bundaberg reacted with great fervour when festival acts took place at their key venues. This year too, the festival will travel to Australian towns and cities bringing in its characteristic excitement.

Confluence 2018 will once again not just bring alive for Australia the essence of India with a varied range of performances which combine the classical and the contemporary in dance, music, theatre, cinema, literature and puppetry, but also strengthen artistic bonds between the two countries.

Website: http://confluencefoi.com

Website: https://cgiperth.gov.in/

The Tamil Association of WA Inc was founded in 1979 and celebrated its Silver Jubilee (25yrs) in 2004. The Tamil Association of WA, also commonly known as TAWA, actively promotes the Tamil Language and Culture within the Tamil Community in Western Australia and to the larger Western Australian Community. The common unifying factor has been the Tamil language, culture, arts and cuisine and these themes continue till today to be TAWA’s success factors in integrating the Tamil people from all walks of life in WA.

The TAWA has its home, a leased premise at the Bateman suburb, known as Mandala Hall. The TAWA makes this Hall available for hire to other organisations or individuals. Please visit the Mandala Hall Hire link. Most of the TAWA functions are held in this facility.

Website: http://tawa.org.au

Perth Radiological Clinic is a Practice that comprises approximately 70 radiologists including some of the most talented specialist radiologists in the country. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach to imaging and are recognised nationally as a leader in diagnostic medical imaging.

Website: https://perthradclinic.com.au

Quality Press is the largest integrated printing company in Western Australia, with a service offering unrivalled in our marketplace.

We have a dependable reputation based on our proven commitment to customer satisfaction, product quality and cost efficiencies.

We are a family owned business employing 65 people from 16 different nationalities, all coming together to provide a “one stop shop” solution to your printing and signage needs.

Large national financial institutions and businesses spread across Australia, Government departments and agencies, advertising agencies, designers and corporate specifiers, publishing houses, and small businesses, all depend on Quality Press to provide a diverse range of products and services, on time and on budget. We also support many print management suppliers and smaller printing companies throughout Australia.

From a simple business card through to the complex design, printing and installation of building signage, Quality Press has the expertise and passion to make your business stand out from the crowd.

We invite you to explore the opportunities that we can provide and just how much more we can do for your business.

Website: https://qualitypress.com.au

Based on the increasing life expectancy, currently over 82 years, one needs to think, plan and decide on their future lifestyle of around next 25 years from the age of 55 years.

Social isolation, loneliness, depression and dependency are not uncommon among people as they grow older. This is especially true when their children and grandchildren have moved on with their own lives. In this modern era, all family members need their own space to enjoy their lives.

These common problems surface even more in couples when one partner passes away and the other partner is left on their own.

Jeevan Saath’s goal is to offer a vibrant, independent, socially and physically active life with like-minded people in a secure and self-contained atmosphere.

Website: http://www.jeevansaath.com.au

Scoop is WA’s largest guide to arts, culture and events and is proud to be showcasing the Swan Festival of Lights 2018 - Celebrating Deepavali Together.

Website: www.scoop.com.au

Email: scoop@scoopdigital.com.au

All things India. In Australia. Indian Link is an award winning multi-media group covering community and news in print, broadcast, online and social media.

Website: http://www.indianlink.com.au

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndianLinkAustralia

Twitter: @Indian_Link

Flametree Creative is a Western Australian owned communications consultancy that specialises in transformational change. Our clients vary from one-man bands to national companies and we operate on a project basis or in a full service capacity, but our objective is always the same: to clearly differentiate our client’s business to the extent that it becomes or remains a brand leader within its category. To achieve our aims we follow a process of continuous improvement that clearly positions our client’s brand by simplifying offers and ensuring that the expectations we create are matched by the outcomes desired by our clients.

Website: http://www.flametreecreative.com.au