Dear Visitor ji,

FINACT had a great start to the new year. In this issue we highlight a few selected activities completed in February. Please see our Facebook page for a complete list.
Preparations are in full swing for the AusIndia Fair on 2 April 2022, from 12pm to 6pm at Thoroughbred Park. Thanks to the ACT Government for allowing the safe return of events in Canberra.
The FINACT AusIndia team is working hard to put on a great entertainment show this year. Entry and car parking is free, however, we ask all guests to please register here, in order for us to follow COVID Safe Event Guidance.
All Canberrans are invited to join the celebrations and enjoy cultural performances, food, henna tattoo, face painting, kids activities, and much more.
Looking forward to seeing you all on 2 April. Stay COVID safe!
Dr Shanti Reddy
FINACT President

AusIndia Fair 2022
Sat 2 April 2022


Our Sincere thanks to High Commission of India, Canberra and ACT Government for sponsoring the FINACT AusIndia Fair 2022.

AusIndia Fair 2022 Sponsors

Arvensys AusIndia Fair 2022
We thank Arvensys Group for supporting the AusIndia Fair as the Event Sponsor this year.
Arvensys established in 2007, has over 250+ workforces across 6 countries and is the trusted Innovative Technology company of Governments, the Defence industry, Banks and Multinationals. In 2021 Arvensys Group launched its business in Canberra to add value to the local economy and supporting communities.
Arvensys specialises in Strategic Consulting, Enterprise integration, Software development, Intelligent automation, End-to-End Managed Services, Solution architecture, Cyber Security, and the Internet of Things.
Arvensys products include:
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Proprietary next-gen SAAS platform: Field Services Management (FSM) Software Uberisation of Tech-Services and Automation+Intelligence.
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Managed Services specialising in – security, enterprise architecture, ICT, strategy, Governance and support services.
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AI and ML market data and FX data analysis neon sec interval in multi-dimensions of a tick data/ trading FX data.
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Up-Cycling and E-Waste Solutions – recycling of technology equipment.
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40+ Product Partnerships, our key partnerships are with Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Amazon, DELL, Lenovo and Fujitsu to name a few.
Please visit Arvensys website and Linkedin profile.

Gold Sponsor - Aris Zinc & SES
We thank Ariz Zinc for supporting the AusIndia Fair as the Gold Sponsor this year.
Aris Zinc is a small business incorporated in 2007 that engages Australian consultants employing industry best practices to deliver services to Defence, Government, and private enterprises. They offer an end-to-end service methodology with expertise in recruitment, specialist advice in Defence & IT consulting as well as payroll services. Aris Zinc operates across Canberra, Sydney, and Brisbane with national outreach capabilities. Their service is scalable and customised to meet client requirements.
Strategic Executive Solutions (SES) - established in 1999, Strategic Executive Solutions is an Australian owned and Victorian headquartered Management Consulting and Professional Services organisation. We specialise in the deployment of senior consultants in roles where they will work closely with teams of client personnel to identify and achieve organisational goals, through the strategic alignment of objectives with current and emerging technology capabilities.
In partnership - Strategic Executive Solutions and Aris Zinc work closely together as partners, with similar capability in ICT recruitment and consulting which naturally complement each other.
Please visit Aris Zinc website and LinkedIn Profile.

Silver Sponsors
Aussie Gungahlin - let the experts guide you to select the best home loan for you.
Website

Employsure - 24/7 Employment relations support. Helping 30,000 business owners.
Website

Canberra BMW


Blu Ginger - finest Indian cuisine in Canberra.
Website


State Bank of India (SBI), Australia - international money transfer, Bank guarantee, line of credit and other financial services.
Website

Venkat Kantipudi
Tax Agent and Mortgage Broker ( Home loans)
Suite 11,Upper Ground Floor
55 Phillip Street Parramatta NSW 2150.
Ph:+61 2 9633 2536 Mobile :0421 374 365.

Engagement and Events

Meetings with Senator Zed Seselja &
David Smith MP
FINACT EC had a productive meeting with Senator Zed Seselja, Minister for International Development and the Pacific on 23 February. We also had a virtual meeting with David Smith MP, Member for Bean on 25 February.
We discussed upcoming activities - international students meet & greet, General Council meeting, International Women's Day seminar and most importantly our flagship event AusIndia Fair on 2 April. We conveyed the immediate need for a decent size community facility for celebrating multicultural events in Canberra. It is time we address this gap.


Bicycle Rally to Celebrate India@75
Thanks to the India In Australia (High Commission Of India, Canberra) for organising a lovely outdoor event - Bicycle Rally to celebrate India@75. It was a great day with fine weather and great company to ride around the lake with fellow Canberrans.
FINACT will work with the High Commission to organise similar events more often in future.


Indian Students Meet & Greet - 28 Feb
It was lovely to welcome so many bright young students from India studying at ANU and UC. Thanks to Mr Narendra Rana ji from India In Australia (High Commission Of India, Canberra) who welcomed students, offered assistance during their studies in Australia. FINACT will continue to provide support and facilitate interaction with local community members to experience Australian lifestyle and culture.
FINACT wishes all the best.


International Mother Language Walk - 20 Feb
Lovely to see a large turnout at the International Mother Language Day walk and celebrations. Thanks to Telugu Badi for leading the Telugu language group. Telugu Association of Canberra, ACTTA Canberra NATA Australia ACT Community Language Schools Association.


Canberra Malayalees Association (CMA) Cup 2022 - Sat 12 Feb
Another successful sporting event organised by our member Canberra Malayalees Association at Narrabundah oval. Congratulations to CMA for bringing the community together!

Pink Stump Day - 12 Feb
Thanks to the Indian Australian Multicultural Sports Association (IAMSA), member of FINACT, for organising such an entertaining Pink Stump Day at Bonner Oval.


International Women's Week Celebration - Sun 6 March
FINACT organised a workshop to share success stories and experiences of inspiring women of Indian heritage from various fields, focusing on their journey, challenges, obstacles and pathways they undertook to achieve in their field. The theme for the workshop was - Indian women in leadership roles and managing work life balance.
Some compliments after the event:
Thanks Divya for having very good speakers and unsung heroes in the community. Thanks Shanti Reddy and the team for supporting the event."
~ Krishna Nadimpalli OAM



FINACT's General Council Meeting
We thank Laurie Blackhall, President and Clare McGrath Vice President, Neighbourhood Watch ACT for presenting an informative session on safety and security - Be Aware, Be Safe.
This was followed by FINACT 2nd General Council meeting.

Your input/event for FINACT newsletter is appreciated and welcome
Newsletter for communities
You will appreciate that newsletters are critical instrument and platform to meet our functional, operational and strategic communication needs. We have been using this infrastructure for long to effectively interact with you.
Funding under the digital grants from the ACT Government has further boosted our capabilities and confidence in meeting our objectives. We thank the ACT Government for their generosity that enables us to extend our tools to our member associations. Please see below for more information on how you can use this feature.
As you know FINACT newsletter is generally published once a month. If our member associations like to publish their organisation's event in the FINACT newsletter, please provide the following information:
- Event name, date, time and venue followed by text
- Text in word format (not PDF)
- Text within 150 words
- One image/picture if needed.
If you have a flyer ready for the event then FINACT can also publish the flyer in the newsletter.
You can submit this information at [email protected] by the last week of month - marked as For FINACT Newsletter.
What else FINACT can do for you?
We acknowlege that not all associations can afford to have mailing lists or tools to regularly interact/communicate with their members. FINACT has tools and capacity to be of your assistance. You may subscribe your members on our subscription page.
Sponsorship Appreciated for FINACT Events
We understand that one of the main reasons to sponsor a tournament and any event could be to promote one’s business and generate goodwill in the community. Sponsoring the FINACT events will give you brand recognition among the fastest-growing community group of Indians in the ACT and increase sales or traffic to sponsor’s website through their banner on our website (www.finact.net.au ).
Indians are the fastest growing population in Australia. This has resulted in increased air traffic between India and Australia; increased telecommunication; and enhanced trade and cultural ties. For sporting events - players and their supporters make playing cricket a fiercely competitive and memorable event. They will promote the game and use your services to show their appreciation.
In addition to providing an excellent opportunity to connect with the Indian sub-continent communities, the FINACT events' sponsorship will:
- enable sponsors to reach out to wider community groups in ACT and surrounds
- fulfil sponsors business objectives and attract sizeable potential customers
- provide a lasting impression of their business
- promote sports and physical activities in the community
- motivate and assist young players participating in the tournament and community activities
- attract favourable feedback from organisers and media partners
- generate great feel-good stories in Indian community and back to India and neighbouring countries and
- fulfil sponsor’s corporate and social responsibilities
If you are willing to or interested in sponsoring our events, please contact us soon.
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