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SANDAKAN 1942 – 1943 Stories of the local people who heroically helped the Australian PoWs
This book consists of first-hand accounts by members of the underground, their families and one indigenous man (still living) who, together with two other indigenous men, saved the lives of Botterill, Moxham and Short, escapees from the death march.
There are maps, copies of documents and many photographs. The Dedication was written by Owen Campbell one of the six escapees from the death marches. The Australia-Malaysia Institute provided funding to assist with the printing of the book.
For information on how to purchase a copy of the book, please contact the author, Ms Doreen Hurst. Phone: (02) 6288 6195; or by post: PO Box3091, Weston Creek ACT 2611.
Malaysian Sikh Bagpipes and Drums Band, Sydney 2009.
The Sikh Pipes & Drums band celebrates the multicultural history and heritage of Malaysia. AMI funding enabled the Band to visit Australia and participate in ANZAC Day events in Sydney. The Band participated in the ANZAC Day wreath laying service, ANZAC Day march in the city as well as various other events including performing at the Royal Easter Show.
Asia - Australia Mental Health
Asia-Australia Mental Health (AAMA) initiative works through a high-level of mental health government officials, chief psychiatrists and research leaders from fourteen countries/regions. With support from the Australia-Malaysia Institute AAMH was able to secure participation of two key Malaysian mental health professionals to attend a three day conference held in Melbourne in August 2009. The conference involved mental health leaders from 14 countries. More information on AAMA can be found at www.aamh.edu.au
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