The Islamic Society of Eight Mile Plains was first established as the Islamic Society of Rochedale, by a small group of Bosnian Muslim migrants in 1986. In its early days society comprised only 50 families of humble means but great vision.

Soon after setting up the organization, in 1987, they purchased a block of land that they paid off in the same year.

In 1992, to meet a growing need of Bosnian migrants who began to arrive in larger numbers, the society purchased a non-permanent structure and placed it on the land. With some additional finishing touches and effort, this facility served its purpose for a number of years.

However, members realized that in order to meet the demands of the new Bosniak settlers who found refuge in Brisbane, after the Bosnian war of expulsion, particularly from Eastern Bosnia and parts of Herzegovina, it was essential think about the construction of a larger and more functional Islamic Centre.

At the time Bosniak community met their religious and educational needs by inviting temporary imams from Bosnia, particularly during the Holy month of Ramadan.
 

The long existing desire for the construction of an Islamic centre came to fruition only after the society employed a full-time imam from Bosnia and Herzegovina.

It took a few years (from 2002-2004) for all relevant documentation to be finalized before the construction could begin. The society commissioned a Bosnian-born architect, Mr. Enes Stroil, to design a first draft of the Islamic centre. In 2005 the Society obtained the permit from local authorities for the  construction of a mosque and the adjacent facilities.

The foundation stone was laid on 25 November 2005.

Since then, the organization invested, through the help of the entire Muslim Community, about $4M in construction costs. This would have been much higher had it not been for generous donations and voluntary work, as well as building materials donated by members.

The society has grown by more than ten-fold since its early inception and now has 550 paid members which translates into almost 2000 persons. The Muslim Community of Brisbane who originate from many different countries all use the Mosque.

The Islamic centre has been designed with a future vision in mind and consists of various facilities to cater for a modern, well-organized and demanding Muslim community. It consists of a major mosque, library, restaurant, and specially designated youth activities venue with small sporting facilities, ablution and other installations.

Many hard-working members and the greater Muslim public have given their time, money and other valuable contribution, whether physical work or intellectual and fund-raising efforts to make this dream come true.

 
Without this teamwork and selfless enthusiasm this project would never have been possible.
 

To celebrate this great achievement, the Executive Committee of the Islamic Society of Eight Mile Plains cordially invites the community to the Official Opening Ceremony of the Bosniak Islamic Centre of Brisbane.

Date: Saturday, 8th of November, 2014
Time: 11:30 am
Venue: 2674 Logan Rd, Eight Mile Plains

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Program

Welcoming Note: by Dzenita Balic-Durakovic

Recitation of the Holy Qur’an - Zemri Idrizi
Welcoming note Mr. Avdo Vojic, President, Bosniak Islamic Society of Eight Mile Plains
Prof. Sifet Efendi Omerovic, imam of the Bosniak Islamic Center
Sheikh Prof. Jasmin ef. Bekric, Chairman, Mesihat Bosnian Islamic Council of Australia
H.E. Mr. Bakir Sadovic, Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to Australia
Imam Yusuf Peer - Chairman Council of Imams QLD
Ilahija - Nasheed by Amed Gazalah
The Right Honorable Graham Quirk, Lord Mayor, City of Brisbane
Mr. Ian Stewart, The Commissioner of Police, Queensland
His Eminence, Most Rev. Brian Vincent Fannigan, Auxiliary Bishop of Brisbane
The Hon. Robert Cavallucci, Assistant Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Qld
The Hon. Graham Perett MP, Federal Member for Moreton
Ilahija - Nasheed Izudin ef. Mezit
His Eminence Husein ef. Kavazovic, Reisul-ulema Grand Mufti of the Islamic Community in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Doa - Sheikh Prof. Salih ef. Mujala
Closing remarks
Cutting of the ribbon (Official Opening) by Reisu-l-ulema, Husein ef. Kavazovic, Grand Mufti of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mirsad Duranovic and Abdul Hameed Omar Community members
Prayer - 1:00 PM

Official lunch for VIP Guests and all present at the ceremony

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The 9th annual Unity Cup 5-a side football competition was held on Sunday 26 October at the brand new Griffith University Multi Sporting Complex.

Sixteen teams from around Brisbane and the Gold Coast participated for the coveted title including Afghanistan, Halaqa Squad, Young Boys FC, Majistas, Bosnia, The Tigers, Holland Park Hurricanes, Predators, J&F, Dynamos, Capalaba Young Guns, Chicky Lamba, Gold Coast United, OutKast, Bafana and Wolpack FC.

The final was contested between Afghanistan and J&F, both teams having earned the right to play in the decider with wins against Dynamos and Bafana respectively, in the semi finals.

At the end of a thoroughly entertaining day, Afghanistan were crowned champions with a well deserved 8-4 win over J&F. The plate final saw Majistas victorious with a narrow 5-4 win over Young Boys FC. Despite the tournament being played on a scorching hot day, it was played in great spirits, and there was plenty of quality football on show.

The player of the tournament award went to Habib Mohammadi from Afghanistan, and the goalkeeper of the tournament went to Jon Tang from Dynamos.

This year the event took on greater significance with all proceeds from the tournament going towards the Gaza Winter Appeal. The event was hosted by Famsy, Islamic Relief & the Youth of Kuraby. Apart from the excitement on the field, there was plenty of fun for families off the field as well. Face painting, henna stall, and a food stall kept everyone of all ages entertained, and a fun kick around was held for boys between the ages of 6 - 13 during the lunch break.

Just over $10 000 has been raised for the Gaza Winter Appeal through this event. The chance to do your bit however, always exists, and should you wish to donate or participate in the Gaza Winter Appeal in some form, you can visit Islamic Relief and contact one of their members for more information.

Event organizer, Ismail Essof, told CCN: "We want to thank all sponsors and supporters for their backing in hosting a successful event. Next year will be the 10 year anniversary for the Unity Cup. Since it's inception, the competition has been a wonderful initiative uniting young men from a wide array of backgrounds through the camaraderie of football. InshaAllah, next year will be no exception and we look forward to another fun and entertaining day of football."

To keep yourself posted on the next Unity Cup event, and any other initiatives, like the Famsy Queensland page on Facebook:

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This week, a number of John Paul College students, staff and parents (representing the College) made history.

They contributed to a speech that was delivered to the House of Representatives in Parliament by local Member, Dr Jim Chalmers, MP. The then met in round table discussions with a number of parliamentarians from both sides of politics. The students produced a powerful peace video which delivered the following message:

Here at John Paul College, we as a Christian Ecumenical school aim to promote unity among all Christian Denominations, but we also welcome people from all cultures and faiths. The recent climate preaches hostility, fear and hate, but the Christian message teaches grace, love and respect. As a consequence of our ecumenical beliefs, we are challenged to foster peace, harmony and unity among all humankind. In our school community we make an effort to accept people for who they are, choosing to see the person and not just label. Here, racial prejudice and stereotyping has no place in our hearts. A number of students wished to voice their opinions on the violence, religious and racial prejudice shown in the world today and wanted to make their environment a peaceful place. After all we only have one world, one life; so why not live it together.

The initiative was the brainchild of students Faruk Bilgin and Raghe Abdii who were "concerned about the impact of events overseas on the way we treat each other here at home." Following the terror raids the two Year 11 students approached their principal, Mr Foster, saying they were "really upset with what was going on and wanted to express what they felt and bring awareness to the JPC family." This led to the beginning of the "Student Unity Club " at JPC which, together with Ashraf Solwa and other students, produced a "home made" video entitled "Unity in Diversity in JPC".

"Their powerful message will reach major youth forums around the world and the United Nations," said JPC Director of Marketing and Communications, Niki Dowding.

Direct link to YouTube

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On Monday (03/11/14) there will be a program at Algester Mosque after Esha salat to commemorate the 10th of Muharram.

All are welcome, please bring a plate of refreshments to share. 

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The Islamic Cultural Centre of Brisbane collected 310 qurbani this year and delivered them to Indonesia as part of a the national initiative of Islamic Cultural Centres around the country which together raised over 600 individual and share Qurbanis.

The Brisbane collection points were the Mangal Chargrill in Underwood, the Grand Bazaar in the Arndale shopping centre, the Mangal in the CBD and the Centre at 144 Persse Road Runcorn.

The Centre's Imam and five businessmen, along with volunteers from each of the states, travelled to Indonesia to oversee the sacrifice over two days. The distribution was made to the needy through a registration system that ensured fairness and met with eligibility criteria.

A spokesperson for the centre told CCN: "The team from Brisbane was so overwhelmed and honoured to be able to assist and be a part of this project that there are already talks for next year for Bangladesh or even the Cambodia.

"It was an amazing sight to see everyone helping, wherever they could whether it was distributing water to the thirsty or handing out deep fried bananas to the hungry," she added.

If you have any questions or queries on how you may able to assist with the Brisbane centre or you wish to enrol your child for the Alim course contact the Islamic Cultural Centre of Brisbane on (07) 38414685 or 0478 782 418 or write to: info@iccb.org.au.
 

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Dateline gets a rare glimpse into life under sharia law in Indonesia - on patrol with police in Aceh as they hand out harsh punishments to anyone breaking Islamic law.

The police chief of the Indonesian province of Aceh wants to see people beaten and even killed… not by criminals, but by his officers enforcing sharia law.

On Tuesday’s Dateline, Patrick Abboud gets unprecedented access to follow Captain Ibrahim Latif and his notorious sharia police as they go out on patrol.

A policewoman from Aceh tells Patrick, “Women who wear tight clothes are inviting bad things to happen to them, such as rape. Actually, crime happens because we invite it.”

Women are caned in public for breaking Islamic dress code and men for gambling or drinking alcohol - and punishments are set to get even worse.

Captain Latif tells Patrick, “The usual punishment for adultery is that they are buried in the ground on the road. The man is buried up to his waist at a crossroads and whoever passes by has to throw a stone at him until he dies. A married woman would be buried to the neck and be stoned until she dies.”

It’s an unforgiving enforcement of this Islamic version of law, which has been gradually implemented since Aceh gained autonomy in 2001.

“I have a responsibility to God. It’s my job to encourage good and prevent wrong,” Captain Latif tells Patrick.

Human rights groups are pressuring the Indonesian Government to step in, but there’s such fear that even Patrick has to hurriedly leave Aceh after coming under scrutiny for questioning the law.

See his fascinating insight into Indonesia’s Sharia Showdown at SBS Ondemand, plus read the SBS explainer with more information about sharia law.

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President of the Islamic Society of Toowoomba, Prof Shahjahan Khan, spoke with Belinda Sanders on ABC Morning Radio on the Mosque Open Day held at the Garden City Mosque on 25th October:

Click here to listen to the interview.

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What the historical inaccuracies in “Dracula Untold” tell us about the rise of Islamophobia. The vilification of Islam has reached such heights that when the Muslim Sultan Mehmet II is cast opposite history’s bloodiest psycho-tyrant, it’s Dracula who emerges as the tragic hero.

This week I saw Dracula Untold in Istanbul, with an Italian Turkologist who shares my enthusiasm for vampire movies. It was past 10pm when the credits rolled, and the audience was disgruntled. Outside, Istiklal Street was still booming. An armored police van drove passed us, weaving through indifferent crowds. “That film was very anti-Muslim,” said my friend. I’m the Muslim one in our relationship, but I was trying to shrug it off, because frankly what else is new?

I do love a good villain, and take some pride in that black-eyed madness the historical Turk is infamous for. So, far from having an objection to my forefathers being cast in a nefarious light, it actually took some effort to reign back the gleeful cackling every time Dominic Cooper’s Mehmet II came on screen. That said, my issue is one of historical accuracy, and contemporary significance.

Admittedly, Hollywood is no genius when it comes to accurate representation. If it’s not a larger-than-life action flick where America is saving the world from aliens, chances are they’ll get it all wrong. But why Turks? And why now, when all eyes are on Turkey, and the country teeters unwillingly on the frontline of impending war? In the current climate of global political tension and escalating Islamaphobia, what political statement does Dracula Untold make in pitting our vampire hero against the armies of Mehmet II?

The film’s generous use of the word “Turk” was interesting. To call an Ottoman a Turk is like calling a Roman an Italian. True, the Ottoman sultans were of Turkic origin. But the empire was much too big, much too ethnically diverse to be called Turkish.

In the Age of Enlightenment, “Turk”, “Moor” and “Mohammedan” were interchangeable terms which basically meant Muslim. When an Englishman adopted the Islamic faith (and records hint that there was an influx of “apostates” during the Jacobean period) he was said to have “turned Turk”. Europe wasn’t merely compromised by the economic and military might of the civilised Muslim world. It was compromised by the reality of Islam as a fast-spreading faith which bore alarming similarities to the Judeo-Christian revelation. It was appealing. Glamorised even, by wealthy, cultivated Muslim travelers hailing from exotic lands. The wide use of “Turk” then, was an attempt to tribalise the Islamic faith and associate it with foreign, potentially threatening powers, which were the common enemy.

I’ll fill you in on some more history. Vlad Dracul II of the house of Draculesti sought support from the Ottoman Sultan in his claim to the Wallachian throne. To put him on it, the Ottomans waged war with Dracul’s enemies. In return, Dracul willingly offered them not one, but two of his sons: Vlad Tepes Dracula and Radu cel Frumos – aka Radu the handsome.

While Vlad Tepes went on to become the progenitor of the vampire myth, his brother would remain loyal to the Sultan, and his childhood friend, Mehmet II. A skilled and celebrated general, Radu proved invaluable in the conquest of Istanbul. And when Vlad Tepes started wreaking carnage across the Balkans, Mehmet II dispatched Radu to quell his brother’s blood-thirst. Vlad’s insurrection was not dissimilar to the terror tactics of the so-called Islamic State. He killed indiscriminately: Men, women and children; Turks and Bulgarians; Muslims and sympathising Christians alike were put to the stake. He boasted of his cruelty to the horror of his foes and allies. And having been raised among Muslims, he had the advantage of disguise. During their guerilla attacks, his men were dressed in Ottoman uniforms. He talked Turkish, walked Turkish and burned villages to the ground.

The brothers battled long, but Radu was victorious. Vlad Tepes fled to Hungary, where he sought sanctuary with the Corvinus clan. But frankly they’d also had enough of his grizzly antics, so they imprisoned him on charges of treason. True story.

Fast forward to the 21st century. In Dracula Untold, Mehmet II seals his demands on Vlad with a bloody thumb-print, and the scene’s final shot is of the Sultan’s thumb on an imperial edict, alongside a stamp bearing the name of God in Arabic script. The Sultan’s cruelty then is the will of the Muslim god, who is out to get your children. Today, vilification of Islam has reached such heights, that even when the Sultan is cast opposite history’s bloodiest-psycho-tyrant, it’s Dracula who emerges as the tragic hero.
 

Source: The NewStatesman

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A special edition of Q&A will feature Attorney-General George Brandis live from the Bryan Brown Theatre in Bankstown, Western Sydney.
 

This week, debate will focus on the Government’s new security legislation, how to deal with home grown terrorism and preventing community division.

The Prime Minister says we need to shift the balance between freedom and security to fight the current threat of terror. But are we getting that balance right?
 

Also joining the audience will be senior police, Imams and legal experts including Assoc. Prof. Mohamad Abdalla (QLD), Sh. Wessam Cherkawi (NSW) and Sr. Lydia Shelly (Muslim Legal Network).
 

Watch Q&A Monday 9.35pm on ABC, live 9.35pm AEDT on ABC News 24 or stream it on the ABC website.

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Developers have launched a legal appeal against the Gold Coast council's decision to reject a proposal for a mosque at Currumbin.

The planned mosque bitterly divided the community, attracting more than 3,500 public objections.

Salsabil Charitable Organisation lodged an appeal in the Planning and Environment Court yesterday, five weeks after the council rejected the Currumbin Waters development.

The decision drew cheers from scores of locals who attended the council planning meeting, some of whom had brought along placards denouncing Islam.

The Council had initially approved the mosque with 50 conditions, but reneged citing community concerns, car parking and opening hours.

Salsabil had been planning to transform an old factory at Currumbin Waters into a place of worship.

President of the Gold Coast Islamic Society Hussin Goss said an appeal had been lodged with the Planning and Environment Court.

"Well we've put our papers into appeal of course and we believe there's a good chance of winning," he said.

"It is up to Council now to study and go through it but we've got our solicitors working on it and it'll take probably three to six months to make it happen."
 

Source: ABC

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Security agencies are reportedly set to investigate if any Muslims who recently left Australia for the Mecca pilgrimage have joined terror groups overseas.

About 5000 Muslims are believed to have left Australia last month for the annual Haji pilgrimage, which took place in early October.

Security agencies will launch an investigation next month to identify any Islamic extremists who may have left the country to fight for Islamic State and other terror groups in Syria, News Corp Australia reports.

Authorities won't know for several weeks whether Muslims who left for Mecca are taking holidays or are involved in something more sinister, a senior security source told News Corp.

Security agencies are reportedly set to investigate each Australian who departed the country with the intention of attending the Haji pilgrimage and who has not yet returned.

About 60 Australians are fighting with Islamic State in Syria and Iraq, with at least 100 others offering support and 70 who have had their passports cancelled on security grounds.
 

Source: SBS

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One in four Australians holds a negative attitude towards Muslims, a national survey has found.

The social cohesion report, published by Monash University and the Scanlon Foundation, measured public attitudes on issues like immigration and multiculturalism.

It found people were five times more likely to hold negative attitudes towards Muslims than any other religious group.

Report author Professor Andrew Markus said the results were troubling.

"What we're finding is negativity towards Muslims is five times higher than towards Christians and Buddhists, so there's quite a significant issue there," said Professor Markus.

"In a period of increased tension, those who are very negative may, more likely, act out their negativity.

"They might abuse people on the street and so on. So we're really just talking of a very small proportion who act out their negativity, but that's the concern," he said.

The survey was conducted on 2,596 people in June and July, and was the seventh annual survey of its kind.

Experience of discrimination remained close to the highest level recorded at 18 per cent since the studies began in 2007.

Of those who reported discrimination, 30 per cent said it happened at least once a month.

The report listed a "number of demographic variables" in the results, with respondents aged 65 and over four times more likely to hold negative attitudes towards Muslims than respondents aged 18 to 24.

It also stated younger residents of Victoria were most likely to hold positive attitudes towards Muslims.

Abbott Government 'needs to change its rhetoric'

Silma Irham from the Australian Muslim Women's Association said the results were not surprising.

"There has been so much negativity from the media, from the government," she said.

"Until the Federal Government changes its rhetoric and stops using Muslims as the cause of hardships facing the population, things aren't going to improve.

"The Muslim community is a minority here but it is established, there are far more Australian-born Muslims, but it is like it still has to sell itself to the [rest of the] community.

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Just when you thought the state of political discourse in this country couldn’t get any lower, along comes a prankster or three trying to infiltrate Parliament House dressed as a niqabi, a bikie, and a Ku Klux Klan Grand Wizard.

The three men, from a group called “Faceless,” which I’d wager only has three members, claim they pulled the stunt yesterday to protest the wearing of the burqa/niqab in public. They also included the mandatory statement about Islam being “contrary to Australian beliefs.”

Incredibly, the men claimed allowing women in Islamic face veils into Parliament House was “sexist” because “you're allowed to wear a full face covering into Parliament if you're a Muslim woman but no other group is allowed to have that same privilege.”

I’ll get to the contradiction of claiming Muslim women are “privileged” even as they are pitied for their oppression later. But first, I know the temptation to ignore them and hope they go away is strong, but, as this story is making international news even as I write this, I don’t think we have that luxury. So let’s go through the many reasons this stunt is an embarrassment to us all, and why we should have a zero tolerance attitude to this sort of ignorant - and dangerous - buffoonery.

1. They compare Muslim women to the Ku Klux Klan.
2. They equate the burqa with a motorcycle helmet.
3. The disregard for victims of the KKK
4. Their issue isn’t with the oppression of Muslim women, it’s with Muslim women themselves.
 

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TEACHERS across the state have been placed on a “student watch” to report any unusual behaviour to police following the appearance of missing Sydney student Abdullah Elmir in an Islamic State video.

In an unprecedented move, the NSW Department of Education and Communities has issued the advisory to public, Catholic and independent schools amid community concerns some students could be plotting to join the IS movement or becoming radicalised.

The advisory, which gives principals the green light to take their concerns directly to police or CrimeStoppers, ­followed the recent increase in the National Terrorism Public Alert level.

The warning was also distributed to the Catholic Education Commission, Independent Schools Association and Board of Studies.
 

Source: The Daily Telegraph

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Naturopathic Physician

Due to increasing demand and needs of our Muslim community for natural and holistic medicine, we would like to announce the services of Dr Abdulmutalib Kashi, Naturopathic Physician.

During the last few years, a large number of Muslim brothers and sisters have visited Dr Kashi for their health problems at the Healthy Life store at the Myer centre, Brisbane city.

He has successfully assisted many members of the community, addressing many health concerns including weight loss, diabetes, heart and digestive problems, just to name a few. Now he is bringing his services to the south side for the convenience of the community, a mobile naturopath, he will visit your home where he will conduct a full and thorough consultation and examination.

Dr Kashi will be available for consultations on Friday 14th November at Suite 8, 2898 Logan Road Underwood centre.

Please contact him on 0410 533 109 or naturopathkashi@live.com.au to arrange an appointment.

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Pakistan's first animated super heroine is back for a second season and this time she is on a crusade to eradicate polio in the country.

Health authorities have been struggling to cope with a significant rise in polio cases which is being blamed on militant attacks against vaccination workers.

Girish Sawlani reports.

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As disturbing as the events in Ottawa were, we are entitled to ask whether the political response here in Australia, on the other side of the world, was helpful or merely exploitative, writes Barrie Cassidy (pictured left).

The threat of terrorism is real, but is it exaggerated?

The need to be vigilant is obvious, but do we have to live in fear?

Every time someone goes berserk overseas, do we have to behave as if it happened around the corner?

Why in 2014 is every act by a crazed gunman immediately interpreted as an act of terrorism?

And when does the rhetoric of politicians cross the boundaries from sensible public safety and security warnings to fear for the sake of it?

As disturbing as the events in Ottawa were, they could have been the actions of a "lone wolf" with a criminal history. Even if it turns out he was part of some sort of organised global terror attack - what the Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, described in the Parliament as part of Islamic State's "war on the world" - we are still entitled to ask whether the response here in Australia, on the other side of the world, was helpful or merely exploitative.

The politicians rushed to the microphones to draw the links with Australia, to underline the similarities between the two countries, and to emphasise how the same thing could so easily happen here.

The presiding officers of almost every parliament in the country put out statements on security. Tony Abbott gave an interview and followed up with a statement to the Parliament. The Opposition Leader Bill Shorten fell in behind. There was a minute's silence. How often does that happen when a soldier in another country dies at the hands of a gunman?

Of course Australian authorities charged with the safety of the public should be impacted and instructed by the shootings in Ottawa. Of course everybody is disturbed and alarmed when these shootings happen.

But even so, why did the politicians on both sides of the aisle feel the need to see to it that every Australian shared the fear that they were so ready to express? What are we supposed to do?

Why did the politicians tell us that threats of a 17-year-old Year 10 student should leave us "chilled?" The Courier Mail, by contrast, ran a headline: "ISIS Aussie terror threat backfires. He's just a very naughty boy." A "naughty boy" that one senator - David Leyonhjelm - dismissed as "an absolute dickhead."
 

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This week's CCN Editor's Book Choice is

Revolution

by

Russell Brand

We all know the system isn’t working. Our governments are corrupt and the opposing parties pointlessly similar. Our culture is filled with vacuity and pap, and we are told there’s nothing we can do: “It’s just the way things are.”

In this book, Russell Brand hilariously lacerates the straw men and paper tigers of our conformist times and presents, with the help of experts as diverse as Thomas Piketty and George Orwell, a vision for a fairer, sexier society that’s fun and inclusive.

You have been lied to, told there’s no alternative, no choice, and that you don’t deserve any better.

Brand destroys this illusory facade as amusingly and deftly as he annihilates Morning Joe anchors, Fox News fascists, and BBC stalwarts.

This book makes revolution not only possible but inevitable and fun.

Would you like to see the cover of your favourite book on our book shelves below?

Then simply email the title and author to thebookclub@crescentsofbrisbane.org

Double click a book cover to find out what others think of the book

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Mula Nasruddin's daughter: "Dad, I'm in love with a boy who is far away from me. I am in Australia and he lives in the Canada. We met on Shaadi.com, became friends on Facebook, had long chats on Whatsapp, he proposed to me on Facetime and now we've had two months of relationship through Viber. Dad, I need your blessings and good wishes."


Mula Nasruddin: "Wow! Really!! Then let's perform the nikah by Skype, let the witnesses Tweet the Imam, ask for your Mahr in Bitcoins, have fun on Tango, buy your kids on Amazon and pay through PayPal. And if you are fed up with your husband....sell him on EBay".

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