Holaa!!;D
I'm sure most of you have heard the terms GST and GDP (especially during this crunch time;P). So I would like to say something about it and its effect to our economy. The term GST refers to the Goods and Services Tax while GDP is the Gross Domestic Production...Hold up!!...Are you serious?? Put the textbooks aside for a while, you're going to get a HD don't worry!;P..Now, take note what I'm trying to say next!
For the 'oldies' you're probably familiar with the system by now but for US(haha!) newbies, the next few lines might give you some useful information.
DST which refers to Daylight Saving Time is the convention of advancing clocks so that afternoons have more daylight and mornings have less (Wikipedia).
For us in NSW, our DST will STARTS on the 28 October 2007 which is this Sunday. So remember to adjust your clock at 2.00am by moving it forward by one hour.
What's the point of this, you say?
After browsing through the net, me myself still confuse on the benefits of DST. I used to think that they're doing it to conserve energy but the evidence for this is rather weak.
BUT!..haha...the best part about DST is that all of us can go back home earlier by one hour!! yayyy!!haha;P
So what do you guys think? Do drop us a comment!;D
Your IT Nerd,
Qawiem senpai
sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daylight_savings_time
http://www.lawlink.nsw.gov.au/lawlink/Corporate/ll_agdinfo.nsf/pages/community_relations_daylight_saving
Thursday, 25 October 2007
Monday, 22 October 2007
Review - Raya Di Kampung Macquarie!
Hi EveryoneeE~!!
It's good to see the counter is increasing! Im sure it's not just me since I have already filtered my ip:P..So perhaps you guys looking for the review of our latest event or maybe just checking if your face made it into our blog??..well, most probably the latter one!hehe;P
So here it goes...
MSA had organised an event to celebrate Hari Raya on the 20th October 2007. It was a nice sunny (no, not you Sunny;P) day and everyone came with their summer attires and shades. Like all the other events organised, heaps of food were served to our guests such as nasi himpit, kuah kacang, roti jala, nasi beriyani, kuih tiram and many more! Wait, can you guys imagine the event without even a spoon of food?? Everyone will be like...
Ok ok, what I'm trying to say is that food play a HUGE part in every event especially for us Malaysians;P and kudos to everyone who have helped out in the kitchen!!..i wanted to put up their picture having fun cooking and dancing *cough*quanyie*cough* here but i guess i'll have to pass....to avoid unnecessary killing...haha!;P
Back to the review, the event had a good turnout which of course mainly from the hyper Macquarians but there are also cool people from other clubs too! There were Junda and his crews from MASA, Aisyah and her crews from MSO, SUAMS awesome committee and 'oldies' like Dato' Edward, Tan Sri Ve Leong and Tun Shim as they put it;P (oh boy, im so gonna get fired!). To all of you who came, be it mentioned or not, our stylo hats off, MSA committee 2007/2008, to you for making our first event a successful one!!Thank you!!!;D
Oh ya, our Mr. and Mrs. Kampung winners are Fadzlee and Fatin! (double F seyhh;P)
Here are some of the pictures of the event. If this is not enough for you, do visit Nik's flickr at http://www.flickr.com/photos/nikfarhan/
(if any of you have pictures to share, do let me know or you can just put your url in the comment section. thankyou!;))
and to top it all, MSA committee 2007/2008, brings you an exclusive video from the event!!
p/s: since this video was recorded using only a digital camera, it is best to use a headphone for a clearer sound. Enjoy!;)
Online Videos by Veoh.com
Your IT Nerd,
Qawiem senpai
It's good to see the counter is increasing! Im sure it's not just me since I have already filtered my ip:P..So perhaps you guys looking for the review of our latest event or maybe just checking if your face made it into our blog??..well, most probably the latter one!hehe;P
So here it goes...
MSA had organised an event to celebrate Hari Raya on the 20th October 2007. It was a nice sunny (no, not you Sunny;P) day and everyone came with their summer attires and shades. Like all the other events organised, heaps of food were served to our guests such as nasi himpit, kuah kacang, roti jala, nasi beriyani, kuih tiram and many more! Wait, can you guys imagine the event without even a spoon of food?? Everyone will be like...
"Eh hi!"..
"Oo hi hi!"..
"what are we doing here actually?"..
"er..err..i don't know, raya lah kan?"
"Oo hi hi!"..
"what are we doing here actually?"..
"er..err..i don't know, raya lah kan?"
...and everyone will look at each other in a confusing way...
Ok ok, what I'm trying to say is that food play a HUGE part in every event especially for us Malaysians;P and kudos to everyone who have helped out in the kitchen!!..i wanted to put up their picture having fun cooking and dancing *cough*quanyie*cough* here but i guess i'll have to pass....to avoid unnecessary killing...haha!;P
Back to the review, the event had a good turnout which of course mainly from the hyper Macquarians but there are also cool people from other clubs too! There were Junda and his crews from MASA, Aisyah and her crews from MSO, SUAMS awesome committee and 'oldies' like Dato' Edward, Tan Sri Ve Leong and Tun Shim as they put it;P (oh boy, im so gonna get fired!). To all of you who came, be it mentioned or not, our stylo hats off, MSA committee 2007/2008, to you for making our first event a successful one!!Thank you!!!;D
Oh ya, our Mr. and Mrs. Kampung winners are Fadzlee and Fatin! (double F seyhh;P)
Here are some of the pictures of the event. If this is not enough for you, do visit Nik's flickr at http://www.flickr.com/photos/nikfarhan/
(if any of you have pictures to share, do let me know or you can just put your url in the comment section. thankyou!;))
and to top it all, MSA committee 2007/2008, brings you an exclusive video from the event!!
p/s: since this video was recorded using only a digital camera, it is best to use a headphone for a clearer sound. Enjoy!;)
Online Videos by Veoh.com
Your IT Nerd,
Qawiem senpai
Thursday, 18 October 2007
Raya Di Kampung Macquarie!
Haluu guyss!!
Here's something to look forward to this coming Saturday! For your information, this is the first big event organised by your new committee. So mark your calendar now! ;D
Click on the poster for more details.
Your IT Nerd,
Qawiem senpai
p/s: many thanks to our damn cool member, Nik Farhan, for taking awesome pictures of MUV Green and let me use it for the poster! Domo arigato Nik-kun~!!
Here's something to look forward to this coming Saturday! For your information, this is the first big event organised by your new committee. So mark your calendar now! ;D
Click on the poster for more details.
Your IT Nerd,
Qawiem senpai
p/s: many thanks to our damn cool member, Nik Farhan, for taking awesome pictures of MUV Green and let me use it for the poster! Domo arigato Nik-kun~!!
Deepavali, Bridge Walk, Pasar Malam & UMNO Raya...Do you want more?
Haluu~
For those who just visited this blog for the first time, welcome and you have lots to catch up! For those who have been with me from the beginning, with all my heart, thanks for your support and I hope you guys enjoy time here ;D.
Finished all your assignments and need something to do at the end of the week? Here are some events that can clear your mind off!:-
SUAMS's Deepavali Night
"This year, have an early Deepavali!
Derived from Sanskrit, the name 'Deepavali' aptly translates into 'a garland of lights' – symbolizing the illumination of hope and victory over adversity. The Festival of Lights is an event of enormous significance amongst the Hindu community and will fall on October 28 th this year.
SUAMS would like to echo this festival's theme of rejoicing and renewal by taking the opportunity to celebrate the contribution of our 2006/07 Committee, and usher in the new committee for 2007/08! Deepavali Night will be organized by the new SUAMS 2007/08 committee to kick-start our tenure (of course, with the help of the oldies for this event!), so bring all your committee and friends and join us on the night to show your support!
Date: 19 October 2007 (Week 12, Friday)
Time: 6.30pm – 10.00pm
Venue: Courtyard behind Manning
Cost: $5/person
All food served that night will be HALAL and will include a mix of Indian-Mamak Malaysian-style food.
Get to know the new fresh-faced and fun committee that will be running SUAMS next year! Hope to see you there!
The NEW SUAMS Committee 2007/2008 "
MASA's Sydney Harbour Bridge Walk 2007
Click on the poster for more info.
MSO's Pasar Malam
If you have missed the word "Pasar Malam" so much, this is your chance to experience the feeling that you have been missing. To Those that is fresh with the term "Pasar Malam", come and enjoy the delicious Malaysian food in a friendly and happy environment. There will also be entertainment provided. No Entry fees is required!
Experience a Malaysian night market for one special night only. Come and partake in CHEAP delicious malaysian food and drinks, and enjoy the fun and games! It will be held at the Beergarden, Roundhouse on the 25th October 2007 (Thursday) from 6pm onwards. Foods include Sarawak laksa, Cucur, Malaysian Cupcakes, Nasi Briyani, Kuih and MORE!
So, come and have the time of your life!
Good Food, Good Atmosphere, Good People, What are you waiting for?
Move your bum and come to the BeerGarden, RoundHouse on the 25th of October 2007(Thursday) from 6pm onwards.
To those that are interested on opening a stall on the event, Please contact Amanda on 0432617037 before Friday 19th of October 2007.
MSO Malaysian Students Organisation
Website: http://www.msounsw.org
For enquiries, contact MSO at mso-announce@yahoo.com.
UMNO NSW's Raya Open House
Click on the poster for more info.
For those who just visited this blog for the first time, welcome and you have lots to catch up! For those who have been with me from the beginning, with all my heart, thanks for your support and I hope you guys enjoy time here ;D.
Finished all your assignments and need something to do at the end of the week? Here are some events that can clear your mind off!:-
SUAMS's Deepavali Night
"This year, have an early Deepavali!
Derived from Sanskrit, the name 'Deepavali' aptly translates into 'a garland of lights' – symbolizing the illumination of hope and victory over adversity. The Festival of Lights is an event of enormous significance amongst the Hindu community and will fall on October 28 th this year.
SUAMS would like to echo this festival's theme of rejoicing and renewal by taking the opportunity to celebrate the contribution of our 2006/07 Committee, and usher in the new committee for 2007/08! Deepavali Night will be organized by the new SUAMS 2007/08 committee to kick-start our tenure (of course, with the help of the oldies for this event!), so bring all your committee and friends and join us on the night to show your support!
Date: 19 October 2007 (Week 12, Friday)
Time: 6.30pm – 10.00pm
Venue: Courtyard behind Manning
Cost: $5/person
All food served that night will be HALAL and will include a mix of Indian-Mamak Malaysian-style food.
Get to know the new fresh-faced and fun committee that will be running SUAMS next year! Hope to see you there!
The NEW SUAMS Committee 2007/2008 "
- Quoted from SUAMS's invitation.
MASA's Sydney Harbour Bridge Walk 2007
Click on the poster for more info.
MSO's Pasar Malam
If you have missed the word "Pasar Malam" so much, this is your chance to experience the feeling that you have been missing. To Those that is fresh with the term "Pasar Malam", come and enjoy the delicious Malaysian food in a friendly and happy environment. There will also be entertainment provided. No Entry fees is required!Experience a Malaysian night market for one special night only. Come and partake in CHEAP delicious malaysian food and drinks, and enjoy the fun and games! It will be held at the Beergarden, Roundhouse on the 25th October 2007 (Thursday) from 6pm onwards. Foods include Sarawak laksa, Cucur, Malaysian Cupcakes, Nasi Briyani, Kuih and MORE!
So, come and have the time of your life!
Good Food, Good Atmosphere, Good People, What are you waiting for?
Move your bum and come to the BeerGarden, RoundHouse on the 25th of October 2007(Thursday) from 6pm onwards.
To those that are interested on opening a stall on the event, Please contact Amanda on 0432617037 before Friday 19th of October 2007.
MSO Malaysian Students Organisation
Website: http://www.msounsw.org
For enquiries, contact MSO at mso-announce@yahoo.com.
Click on the poster for more info.
Exam Pressure Part 2!
Hola guyss~!!
Here's an update for all Macquarians; Our FINAL exam timetable is now availaible! Here are what you should do:-
That's all for now. See you!;)
Your IT Nerd,
Qawiem senpai
p/s: Our main website has been updated to a temporary page. You can find links to view your new committee, blog and old website from there. Check it out at www.mqmsa.org or alternatively, you can use the link on top left corner of this blog. Make sure you bookmark the page! Thank you!;D
Here's an update for all Macquarians; Our FINAL exam timetable is now availaible! Here are what you should do:-
- Check your timetable at http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/exam/
- Then, don't commit suicide. Take note of any changes instead.
- Do what's necessary if there are any changes in your timetable, i.e change your flight's date, change your flight's date, or change your flight's date.
- Make your own cute timetable and put it up on every walls you can think of.
- Relax and come to our Raya event this Saturday!
That's all for now. See you!;)
Your IT Nerd,
Qawiem senpai
p/s: Our main website has been updated to a temporary page. You can find links to view your new committee, blog and old website from there. Check it out at www.mqmsa.org or alternatively, you can use the link on top left corner of this blog. Make sure you bookmark the page! Thank you!;D
Sunday, 14 October 2007
Review - Rumah Terbuka Dewan Malaysia!
Hola guyss!!
How's your raya so far?? How many open houses have you been to? Did they gave you any duit raya?? (if yes, please email me the address ya?;P)
As you all know yesterday our Malaysian Hall had organized an open house to celebrate one of those BIG days for us malaysian which is Hari Raya. Since your new cute MSA committee(haha!) strive to make your experience more comfortable and enjoyable, we have decided to charter a "private" bus just for MSA!
Our cool members started to show up at the meeting point at around 10.45 a.m with all dressed to the nines (seriously!;)). Mr. President, Galven, gave an introduction speech once everyone settled on the bus and after 30 mins of relishable chats among ourselves, we finally arrived at our destination.
Malaysian Hall as the name suggested, was packed with malaysians from other universities and not to forget families who are residing in NSW. Macquarians, being ourselves, went straight to the stalls to get something to eat;). There were heaps of foods served such as roti canai, nasi tomato, laksa johor, rojak, cendul and many more as if they were screaming "eat me, eat me!" ;).
Not wanting to be left out, the members also took the opportunity to mingle around with everyone from different universities and get to know each other. I'm sure everyone of us left the event with at least ONE new friend, right? After all, that is what the event is all about ;).
Finally, we hope you guys had a wonderful raya and hopefully with us organizing such trip had made it more pleasant for you.
People say a picture speaks a thousand words. So here are few pictures to cover few thousands words! ;)..Please click on the photo for its VERY large version, no kidding;P.
Thursday, 11 October 2007
Rumah Terbuka Dewan Malaysia!
"Now, as we all know, Hari Raya is just around the corner, and the Malaysian Student Department has invited all of us to their Open House. Attached is the official invitation but here are the details anyways:
Venue: Malaysian Hall, 2A Alison Road, Randwick
Day: Saturday, 13 October 2007
Time: 12.00 noon till 4.00pm
Cost: Free
Well, as Macquarie students, travelling to Malaysian Hall in Randwick is quite a far distance away. Therefore, the MSA committee has arranged a private bus to bring us from Macquarie University Village (MUV) to Malaysian Hall and back.
So how much will all this cost?
$10 per person, yeap you heard me right. To travel by public buses, it will cost you at least $15, and about 4 hours (travel time and waiting time) to get there and back.Insane!!!
So for just $10, you'll get a return trip to Malaysian Hall, makan all you want, mingle with all the Malaysians, and basically experience the entire Raya scene in Sydney . Its a deal not to be missed!! Plus you won't have to feel shy about getting all dressed up in your "baju raya", cause we're all gonna be in a private bus!!
So guys, if you're interested, please reply me ASAP (hopefully by thursday please) as seats on the bus is limited to only 48 passengers. First come first serve basis applies. I will inform you on further details about where and when to board the bus as I receive your reply. So yeah, hope to see you guys soon. Its gonna be an awesome Raya!!
Yours sincerely,
Galven Chia
President
MSA 07/08
-Quoted from Galven's email.
Here's some updates on that:
Meeting point: Bus stop near MUV's admin office and Waterloo Park
Time leaving MUV: 11.00 am
Time leaving Hall: ~3.45 pm
So guys please be at the specified place on time ok?(Msian time wont be tolerated;P)
Also don't forget to bring AUD10 for the bus ride and MAKE SURE you dress to impress!(after all, people will definitely look at us when we unboard the bus looking macho and pretty:P)
If you have any problem, you can either contact Mr. President, Galven at galvenchia.msa@gmail.com or leave a comment in this post.
Or if you just have anything to say about this event, feel free to leave a comment too! Remember, a simple "I'll be there" can change one's mind to go;).
Your IT nerd,
Qawiem senpai
Venue: Malaysian Hall, 2A Alison Road, Randwick
Day: Saturday, 13 October 2007
Time: 12.00 noon till 4.00pm
Cost: Free
Well, as Macquarie students, travelling to Malaysian Hall in Randwick is quite a far distance away. Therefore, the MSA committee has arranged a private bus to bring us from Macquarie University Village (MUV) to Malaysian Hall and back.
So how much will all this cost?
$10 per person, yeap you heard me right. To travel by public buses, it will cost you at least $15, and about 4 hours (travel time and waiting time) to get there and back.Insane!!!
So for just $10, you'll get a return trip to Malaysian Hall, makan all you want, mingle with all the Malaysians, and basically experience the entire Raya scene in Sydney . Its a deal not to be missed!! Plus you won't have to feel shy about getting all dressed up in your "baju raya", cause we're all gonna be in a private bus!!
So guys, if you're interested, please reply me ASAP (hopefully by thursday please) as seats on the bus is limited to only 48 passengers. First come first serve basis applies. I will inform you on further details about where and when to board the bus as I receive your reply. So yeah, hope to see you guys soon. Its gonna be an awesome Raya!!
Yours sincerely,
Galven Chia
President
MSA 07/08
-Quoted from Galven's email.
Here's some updates on that:
Meeting point: Bus stop near MUV's admin office and Waterloo Park
Time leaving MUV: 11.00 am
Time leaving Hall: ~3.45 pm
So guys please be at the specified place on time ok?(Msian time wont be tolerated;P)
Also don't forget to bring AUD10 for the bus ride and MAKE SURE you dress to impress!(after all, people will definitely look at us when we unboard the bus looking macho and pretty:P)
If you have any problem, you can either contact Mr. President, Galven at galvenchia.msa@gmail.com or leave a comment in this post.
Or if you just have anything to say about this event, feel free to leave a comment too! Remember, a simple "I'll be there" can change one's mind to go;).
Your IT nerd,
Qawiem senpai
Wednesday, 10 October 2007
Exam Pressure!
Hola guys!
How's everyone doing?? I bet you guys are busy with all your assignments and all those boring stuffs:P So here I am, trying to "save the day" by letting you know that...Our Draft Exam Timetable is OUT!!! hahah!:P
You can check it out at the following address:
http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/exam/
Keep in mind that this is just a DRAFT and there might be some changes in it.
Well I'm sure most of us already know bout this(since everyone wants to know the earliest date to go back home!;)) but I thought I should post this just in case some us are still wandering in their own Kayangan. :P
Oh yeah speaking bout Kayangan, I'm sorry that I couldn't be more helpful in giving you the event's review since I didn't attend the ADND due to unforeseen circumstances(oh yeah~;P). But here's what I'm gonna do, I'll get someone to help me out and let you guys know asap, how bout that? So be patient and don't flame me...yet:P..Again, my apologies for any inconvenience.
Your IT nerd,
Qawiem senpai
How's everyone doing?? I bet you guys are busy with all your assignments and all those boring stuffs:P So here I am, trying to "save the day" by letting you know that...Our Draft Exam Timetable is OUT!!! hahah!:P
You can check it out at the following address:
http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/exam/
Keep in mind that this is just a DRAFT and there might be some changes in it.
Well I'm sure most of us already know bout this(since everyone wants to know the earliest date to go back home!;)) but I thought I should post this just in case some us are still wandering in their own Kayangan. :P
Oh yeah speaking bout Kayangan, I'm sorry that I couldn't be more helpful in giving you the event's review since I didn't attend the ADND due to unforeseen circumstances(oh yeah~;P). But here's what I'm gonna do, I'll get someone to help me out and let you guys know asap, how bout that? So be patient and don't flame me...yet:P..Again, my apologies for any inconvenience.
Your IT nerd,
Qawiem senpai
Sunday, 7 October 2007
The new faces of MSA!
Hi guys! As you all already know, the new committee of MSA has been announced at ADND last friday. So hold your breath for the most awaiting news this semester!
The new committee members of MSA 2007/2008 (from OK to the most handsome haha!) are:-
President: Galven Chia
and yes, im the last one.haha!..ok ok enough bout that..I'd like to congrats all the new committee members and hopefully together we can make MSA the bestest BEST club ever! ;)
for those who didn't win any post, don't give up and do try again in the next AGM! it does take a lot of courage to run in the election especially to stand in front of everyone and try to persuade them to vote for you in your own unique way. So pat yourself on the back because you know that you did gain something from all that ;)
A BIG BIG BIGIE BIG THANK YOU to all who have voted for us, the new committee. I'm sure that each and everyone of us can't possibly thank you enough for the chance you have given us. So sit back and relax because your ride is just about to begin! ;)
Your IT nerd,
Qawiem senpai
The new committee members of MSA 2007/2008 (from OK to the most handsome haha!) are:-
President: Galven Chia
Vice President: Shirlynn
Secretary: Ophelia
Treasurer: Quanyie
Social Directors: Diren, Sze Rhui, Daniel Teng
Sports Directors: Zairila, Victor
Cultural Directors: Muhammad Firdaus, Nurizzati
PR Director: Chia Ling
Publisher: Selina Tay
IT Director: Qawiemand yes, im the last one.haha!..ok ok enough bout that..I'd like to congrats all the new committee members and hopefully together we can make MSA the bestest BEST club ever! ;)
for those who didn't win any post, don't give up and do try again in the next AGM! it does take a lot of courage to run in the election especially to stand in front of everyone and try to persuade them to vote for you in your own unique way. So pat yourself on the back because you know that you did gain something from all that ;)
A BIG BIG BIGIE BIG THANK YOU to all who have voted for us, the new committee. I'm sure that each and everyone of us can't possibly thank you enough for the chance you have given us. So sit back and relax because your ride is just about to begin! ;)
Your IT nerd,
Qawiem senpai
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