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2MFM SPOTLIGHT

Ayah 97 of Surat Al ^Imran means: {Allah made Hajj to the

Ka^bah obligatory upon those who are able.}

Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds,

and may Allah raise the rank of our

Master Muhammad, and protect his

nation from what he fears for it.

Every Hajj Season, 2MFM has the pleasure

of bringing high quality radio broadcasting

to Sydney Muslims. Our service is not

limited to radio, it is also available

through the 2MFM website, 2MFM app

for Android and Apple, YouTube and

Soundcloud.

Hajj is among the most important matters

of Islam. Performing Hajj and ^Umrah

once in a lifetime is obligatory upon the

Muslim who is free, accountable, and

able. Performing them repeatedly after

that time is considered Sunnah.

Hajj has a special merit that other acts of

obedience do not have, in that it clears

one of all sins, enormous and small. On

this special occasion, 2MFM would like to

wish all the pilgrims and the Muslim

community a Eid Mubarak.

In this Issue…

2MFM Spotlight

Events

Featured program aired in Dhul –

Hijab (Hajj)

Community services and

announcements

^Eid-Al-Adha

Staff and Volunteers

Hajj Edition Issue 2

Hajj Edition

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Events

The 2mfm Eid-Al-Fitr Presentation evening 2MFM was proud to conduct a presentation evening in order to congratulate the Ramadan prize winners. The event was held at the Bryan Brown Theatre in Bankstown on Saturday the 1st of August 2015. Speeches were given by Mr. Muhammad Khayat, Station Manager, and Rafic Hussein, Executive board member. Awards were then presented to the winners of the Ramadan Kids Show Competition and prize winners for the daily programs. 2MFM extends its congratulations to all Ramadan Participants. NEMBC Women’s State Forum 2MFM had the pleasure of attending the National Ethnic and Multicultural Broadcasting Councils Women’s State Forum of on Saturday the 8th August 2015 at the Gumbramorra Hall. 2MFM was represented by the program Manager Mrs Faten El Dana OAM and senior Volunteer Ms Iyouch Abdulla. The workshop which began with a short speech from the president of the NEMBC, Tangi Steen followed by a series of workshops conducted by the Radio Skid Row.

Mrs Tangi Steen President of the NEMBC with Mrs El Dana and Miss Abdallah

Al Amanah College visits 2MFM Few days before the onset of Ramadan, students from Al Amanah College in Liverpool were welcomed to 2MFM as part of an Arabic unit that explores media. The year 12 students enjoyed an entertaining and informative tour of the station and experienced a close look into some of the studios broadcasting to the community. This included the recording and the on-air studios, as well as gaining an insight into the rich history of 2MFM. Students were also taken inside the studio and given an explanation on how a 2MFM radio program is prepared and experienced a number of skills which included recording and editing. With the skills they learnt they were able to have a go at making their very own radio recording.

Year 12 Al Amanah College Students in 2MFM Studios

Year 12 Al Amanah College students with 2MFM staff

2MFM 20th Annual General Meeting 2MFM held its 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the 24th of August 2015 at Chester Hill Community Conference Centre.

2MFM 20th Annual General Meeting

The AGM displayed an impressive turnout by members and included the delivery of 2MFM's annual report by Mr. Muhammad Mehio, in which he reflected on 2MFM's early days of community broadcasting, its many successes and achievements over the past two decades. Mr Mehio announced his resignation as 2MFM president. The 2MFM board elected for 2015-2016 at the 20th annual AGM is: President: Mr Rafic Hussein Vice President: Mr Abdul Ghane Ghannoum Secretary: Miss Zeina Tebbo Treasurer: Mr. Ahmad El-Hage Executives: Mr. Faisal Khan, Mrs. Faten El Dana OAM, Mrs. Merima Husseincehajic, Mrs. Noura Awad and Mr. Ahmad Bah, Darlina Mat Nawi

Board Members addressing the audience

The new board wishes all 2MFM members, staff and volunteers a prosperous Eidul-Adha and look forward to an efficacious and exciting year ahead.

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2MFM meets its new Executive Board Committee The 2015-16 2MFM Executive Board Committee with new president Mr Rafic Hussein received a welcoming handover from former 2MFM president Mr Mohamed Mehio. Mr Hussein who now leads a diverse and dynamic Board, brings a wealth of organizational management experience to 2MFM. He has been involved with 2MFM as an announcer and executive member for over 10 years and is currently a PhD candidate at the Western Sydney University. Mr. Mehio resigned from his position after 20 years of service to pursue new projects. His departure paves 2MFM with fresh perspectives that will help carry it into the future. Mr. Mehio addressed the new board with words of encouragement and gratitude. He thanked all 2MFM staff and executives for their loyalty, hard work and dedication which has contributed in making 2MFM a Multicultural Radio station with a unique service. He concluded by wishing Mr. Hussein and his new team all the success in the future.

[Perform the ^Id Prayer and offer a sacrifice seeking reward from Allah]

Ayah 2,

Surat Al-Kawthar

Labor engages with Arabic media to address community concerns

2MFM was pleased to attend the media/roundtable with Mr. Luke Foley MP Leader of the Opposition on Thursday the 30th of July 2015 at the White Castle Function Centre. The roundtable gave Arabic media the ability to voice current concerns affecting Sydney’s diverse Arabic community. This includes issues involving the economy, housing, services for elderly immigrants, women and the youth, multiculturalism, de-radicalization, racism and more. Mr Foley and Mr Moselmane, who is the Convenor of Arabic Friends of Labor, were also joined by Member for Lakemba Jihad Dib, Shadow Minister for Multiculturalism Sophie Cotsis, Member for Prospect Hugh McDermott, Member for Cessnock Clayton Barr and Lynda Voltz MLC. 2MFM wishes to thank state Labor for the opportunity and looks forward to further consulting with Labor about issues facing Sydney’s Arabic and multicultural community.

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Eid-al-Adha

The Eid-al-Adha is one of the great days of the year on which the pilgrim fulfills the obligation of Hajj. It is also recommended for the pilgrim to offer a sacrifice on that day, with the intention to gain rewards from Allah, the Exalted. This act is a regularly practiced Sunnah by the Prophet. Hence, the pilgrim and the non-pilgrim can practice this Sunnah. This is evidenced in Surat Al-Kawthar, the ayah the

meaning of which is: [Perform the ^Id Prayer and

offer a sacrifice seeking reward from Allah]. Also,

Imam Muslim narrated from the route of Anas (may

Allah reward him greatly) that when the Prophet (may

Allah raise his rank) slaughtered two rams with horns,

he slaughtered them by hand and said: <<Bismillah,

Allahu Akbar>>.

2MFM would like to wish the Muslim Community a

Happy and Joyful Eid.

Eid Al-Adha Giveaway Quiz

Kids join in the fun and excitement on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha.

The kid’s show is asking our young listeners to memorise 11 statements, Ayat and Ahadeeth given on the kids show.

Kids will be asked to come to the radio station on either the 24th or 25th of October to recite all the statements, Ayat and Ahadeeth they have learnt from the kids show.

2MFM Volunteers will choose five kids for five giveaways. Also some of those who participate in coming in and reciting will also receive giveaways during the Eid Al-Adha festival.

Good Luck to all our young listeners and contributors.

Ayah 97 of Surat Al ^Imran means: {Allah made Hajj to the

Ka^bah obligatory upon those who are able.}

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Community services

and announcements

Stay tuned for new programs

about the Hijrah occasion that

will commence on the 5th

October 2015. 2MFM takes

the opportunity to wish the

Muslim Community all the

best for the new Hijriy year

1437.

Prophet Muhammad peace and blessing be upon him has urged us to offer a slaughtering of a sheep or the like and distribute its meat amongst the poor, seeking rewards from Allah. In pursuing this cause the Islamic Charity Projects association is offering Udhiya Qurban for $125 only. ICPA will organise everything on your behalf.

Contact ICPA on 97074842.

Volunteers

2MFM appreciates the assistance from the Muslim Community that it receives from volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer with 2MFM contact us on 9707-2747 or contactus@2mfm.org Do you have hobbies such as reading, writing, reporting or signing? 2MFM welcomes volunteers with a variety of hobbies to join the crew. If you want to be apart of the welcoming and warm team behind the voice, come into the radio station to fill out an expression of interest form.

2MFM Sponsors

Bankstown and Auburn

Parramatta

Featured programs aired

during Dhul- Hijjah- (Hajj)

Hukmuddine 2MFM is glad to announce to the Muslim community that it will be airing the program Hukmuddine every Friday at the new time of 5:30pm (after Maghrib prayer). Hukmuddine is a live program that sheds light on religious knowledge from highly respected Sheikhs from Darulfatwa- Islamic High Council of Australia. Call 9707-2747 or 9708-2420 for questions and advice. Youth in focus

The program encompasses many

different aspects, news and views

of the youth in the community. The

program includes a range segments

including sports, religion and a

special guest segment, where they

give an insight knowledge and

advice to help ease the problems

youth encounter today.

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Prayer times mentioned here are approximate, only observation is valid.

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

7:00 am Qur'anic Recitation

7:30 am Hajj Program

8:00 am National & International Arabic News English Lecture

9:00 am Arabic News, Traffic report, Community Classifieds Indonesian

Steadfast at Death

9:30 am MIX Bosnian Words of Goodness

10:00 am

News & Arabic Morning Talkback Show Historical Treasures

Iraqi

10:30 am

Arabic Lecture 11:00 am

11:30 am

11:45 am Mix

12:00 pm Qur'anic Recitation - Athan Al-Duhr

12:30 pm Mix The Kids Show

1:00 pm Urdu Indonesian Urdu Urdu Friday Sermon

2:00 pm National & International Arabic News Hajj Programs

3:15 pm Qur'anic Recitation - Athan Al-^Asr

3:15 pm Mix

Together On Air

Mix

3:30 pm

English lesson

News & Community Connect

Friday Sermon Rep

4:15 pm

Mix 5:00 pm

Voice of Fatwa

5:40 pm Qur'anic Recitation - Athan Al-Maghrib

6:00 pm Arabic News Mix

6:30 pm Words of Protection Youth in Focus Words of Protection

7:00 pm Qur'anic Recitation - Athan Al-^Isha'

7:30 pm English Lecture

The Brothers Panel

English Lecture The Brothers

Panel 8:00 pm

8:30 pm Mix Iraqi

8:45 pm Hajj Program

9:00 pm Mix

9:15 pm Hajj Program

9:30 pm Arabic Lecture Community Connect Voice of Fatwa Arabic Lecture

10:30 pm Urdu Arabic Lecture Urdu Urdu Arabic Lecture Arabic Lecture Urdu

11:30 pm Mix Indonesian Mix Turkish

12:00 am Qur'anic Recitation

1:00 am English Lecture Bosnian English Lecture

2:00 am Qur'anic Recitation

3:00 am Hajj Program

4:30 am Qur'anic Recitation Athan Al-Fajr

5:30 am Qur'anic Recitation

6:00 am Arabic Lecture

6:30 am Words of Protection

2MFM WEEKLY SCHEDULE