Tidy up and cook-off by CIISA

A clean up and a curry picnic were two events that were enjoyed by members of Club India

Tbe Youth C lub of C lub India International SA Inc. (CIISA) undertook a beach cleaning drive at the Grange Jetty along the Adelaide West coastline recently This was the second major event of the yomb wing since its tbe incep tion.

On a bright and sunny day aided by a cool, gentle breeze, 11 enthusiastic youngsters tmder the leadership of Allwyn D'Souza, Youth Coo rdinator of CUSA covered a l ong stretch across tl1e coastline of Grange beach in a dr ive to p ick up litte(, inc luding plastic and tin cans, and other debris.

Wearing protective gloves the group scoured the appointed region of the beach in their drive to pick up litter, an initiative that was well received and acknowledged b y some patrons goi ng about their day on Grange beach.

The event began w ith 'get to know yo u' games, followi ng which me youngi,ters were divided into two teams. As the event p rogressed, to make for a ligh t and humorous afternoon, each individual was addressed as their favourite item of food, and witl1 names like 'sushi', 'butter chicken' and 'pizza' to name a few, the afternoon gained momenuun ver)' qui ckl y. A series of games like cricket, dodge ball, and short spri n ts had als o been organised for the enthusiastic youngsters.

Ltmcb was hot 'Fish 'n' Chips from the local deli, organised by Nick Fernandes, Social Coordinator. The games then continued, and refreshments an d lollies saw an end to the day; Each of the youngsters then parricipatd in a short survey, expressing their views on whether they would like to be involved in sim ilru: activ ities in the future.

It was an enjoyable event for the yo un gsters - Alyse, Nathan

1300 849 458 and Shireen De Souza, icole Morais, Chri s Fernandes , Shane Paul, Kar rell Vaz, Samson Fernandes and Allen Anthony John, who were all thanked for their involvement in this Youth Club event.

Club India International SA Inc. also organised tlicir annual curry p icnic cum sports day at the Hazelwood Park recently, which was attended by State dignities including Soutl1 Australia's Governor, Hieu Van Le; Mayor of the City of Charles Sturt, Mayor Kirsten Alexander; and senior officials from the Department of lmmigration

The event was well attended by senior members of tl1e C lub, as well as recenc nligrants w ho have now ruade Ausu·alia their home. i\lfainvell Taylor, President of CIISA welcomed tlie gathering.

Mr Van Le, Chairman of tl1e South Australian Multicul tural 03 and Etlinic Affairs Comnlission (SAMEAC), rook an interest in unders rauding the intdcacies of various dishes cooked mat had their origins in India, as well as me annual cook- off show event.

While the children were entertained witl1 sporting activities, the adults join ed in playing other games followed by a round of rug of war and a treasure hunt. The curry picnic is an annual affair organised by CllSA at which families attempt to cook the best Indian food wllich i s later shared witl1 guests attending.

Frankey Gerard Fernandes