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Dec 7, 2021 - Vol 4, Issue 9
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Torrens University Australia announces Jim Varghese AM as second Chancellor 2022. Retiring Chancellor Michael Mann AO said he was very pleased with the Board’s decision. "On behalf of the University Board, I am delighted to announce Mr Varghese as the University’s new chancellor."
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r Jim Varghese AM will succeed Michael Mann AO, who has been Chancellor of Torrens University since its inception. Mr Varghese will assume the role from 1 January
"Jim is a highly effective, respected, and successful leader in both the private sector and public institutions. His reputation in the Higher Education sector is impeccable, with a commitment to the highest standards of governance, transparency, equity, and stakeholder management." “Torrens University was founded with the vision to be Australia’s
international university, and very few Australians better embody the ethos of Torrens’ vision to connect the world for good.” “He is highly regarded for his commitment to global citizenship, social justice, equality, and his belief that business has a role to play in ensuring greater public good.” “I have every confidence Jim will continue the extraordinary outreach that defines Torrens University. I’m proud to be handing over the reins to such a distinguished individual with his many accomplishments.”
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arnam Cultural Society (QLD) celebrated Karthigai Deepam (festival of lamps) on December 4 in Darra, Brisbane. The fun-filled family event started with lamp lighting, and soon followed karaoke singing, comedy shows, kids performances, etc. Also, dinner was later served to the attendees.
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he Australia India Business Council (AIBC) NSW State Chapter hosted a Welcome and Networking Event for Mr Manpreet Vohra, High Commissioner of India to Australia, on 19 November. It was the first in-person event hosted by the AIBC NSW Chapter in almost two years, due to the recurring Covid-19 lockdowns in Sydney. Continuing to celebrate the theme, “The NSW/Australia India bilateral people to people connect to facilitate business to business outcomes,” the wellattended event had a guest list which included Mr Vohra and Mr Manish Gupta, Consul General India, Sydney, AIBC members and senior representatives
Karthigai is essentially a festival of lamps. The lighted lamp is considered an auspicious symbol.
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