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It was the first of such events organised by the community of around 7,000 people to remember those who lost their lives and properties to the bushfires. Australian Ambassador to the UAE Jeremy Bruer hoped more such events could be organised.
He said none of the Australians living in the UAE has reported loss of any relative in the fires back home.
The vigil was organised by Aussies Abroad, an Abu Dhabi-based social group. Its president, Mohannad Hourani,said the organisation has received a tremendous response from the Australian diaspora.
Indonesian Ambassador to the UAE M. Wahid Supriyadi also took part in the vigil as a mark of solidarity with the Australians.
Jeremy Bruer led the prayers in memory of the dead, while The Boolas band, which was specially flown in from
The participants also observed one
minute’s silence.
A jumper signed by Socceroos, the Aussie football team, was auctioned for Dh5,000, while two Etihad Airways return ticket to
Hourani said the amount would be forwarded to the Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Appeal 2009, the officially recognised charity organisation for the collection of
support money.
Hourani said: “We are overwhelmed by the number that attended, given the very short notice we gave. People rallied together quickly to show their support.”
“The need to help is immediate, and the
“It was a truly proud moment for us to see so many people come together in the true Aussie spirit and lend a helping hand to our fellow mates in need,”
he said.
Australians in
The event highlighted Hilton's innovative ‘Green Ramadan’ initiative and its commitment to sustainable hospitality in Hilton
On every 19th of Ramadan, the country celebrates Sheikh Zayed Humanitarian Day to commemorate the humanitarian efforts of the founding father
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Conditions are likely to get humid by night time
For Asangaziev Elim, the holy month meant toiling for the less fortunate
Organised by the Emirates Red Crescent Society, this grand affair aimed to nurture a profound sense of inclusivity and belonging within the community
About 50 members of the Divine Mercy Apostolate joined the