TOWNSVILLE is the premier city in North Queensland. It is the most rapidly growing urban centre in Australia and has a Hindu population of more than 2000; a few hundreds more Hindus are scattered throughout the rest of North Queensland. We hail mostly from India but a substantial numbers are of Indian ethnic origin from Fiji, Malaysia and Sri Lanka. There are in addition a few local Australians interested in the study and practice of Hindu culture. All of us contribute very positively to the economy as well as to the professional and cultural life of Townsville.
The need for a cultural centre / temple was recognised as early as 2005 by a group of insightful residents. After several exploratory discussions, the first general meeting as the North Queensland Hindu Community Inc. was convened in May 2008 at which a constitution was adopted and an executive committee elected. The primary objective of the NQHC is the establishment of a Sri Ganesha Temple and a Hindu Cultural Centre in Townsville.
2005, 06: Initial discussions, interest group formation.
Mar 2007: Brainstorming session regarding needs of community and practicality.
Aug 2007: Elected core group of volunteers to develop action plan, constitution, forming legal body (NQHC), website & email.
May 2008: First Annual General meeting, adoption of Constitution & elected Executive Committee.
Aug 2008: Plans for land & building following discussions with other temple groups in Australia & NZ.
Jan 2009: Society registered (NQHC Inc). ABN, TFN & Bank account established.
May 2009: Committee started working on “Outline of future centre & temple”
April 2016 AGM directed Executive to go ahead with the purchase of 12 Yoolantie St Vincent QLD 4811 property
May 2016 Confirmation of Compliance of Use with Planning Scheme for 12 Yoolantie Street
June 2016 Purchase of 12, Yoolantie Street Vincent QLD 4811 property
Aug 2016 Inauguration of NQHC Centre at 12 Yoolantie St
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