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Welcome to South Australia
Premier Mike Rann Imam Khalid Yousuf
It is the capital city of a State that is Adelaide has a thriving Islamic community.
renowned worldwide for its arts and We have come together from many
culture, for its fine academic institutions, countries around the world to share our
and for its proud history of acceptance. faith and, as Adelaide is our home, we look
forward to welcoming you to it.
Adelaide today hosts in excess of 23,000
international students – and we expect Our city has a growing number of
that number to increase further as we services and facilities that specifically
strengthen our standing as Australia’s cater for our beliefs. This guide is an
“University City of the Future”. introduction to them, along with the
members of our community who may
As you will see from this booklet, Adelaide be able to help with the needs of Muslim
has a great deal to offer Muslim students, students settling into Adelaide.
and we are proud to be hosting a growing
number from around the world. I look forward to meeting you and I wish
you well in your studies.
I welcome you to our State, and I wish
Imam Khalid Yousuf
you all the very best for your studies.
Adelaide City Mosque
Mike Rann
Premier of South Australia
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Adelaide, study and Islam
Islam in South Australia dates back to More recently, Adelaide has become
1865, when 31 camel handlers arrived famous as one of Australia’s fastest
in Adelaide from several countries growing cities for international students.
including Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iran.
Their pioneering endeavours helped to The quality of our education is first-class.
open up remote areas of the new colony. Our institutions rank among the oldest
in Australia and they continue to sit high
Today, South Australia’s Muslim on international listings. We have also
community is vibrant and thriving. produced more than 100 Rhodes scholars
South Australia’s Muslim community and three Nobel Laureates.
numbers more than 7000 (based on
the 2001 census) from around 60 But Adelaide also matches the quality
countries – although one third of of education with a quality of lifestyle.
Australian Muslims were born here. Our city’s size means you can enjoy all
the facilities of a large metropolis with
Adelaide is proud to host the oldest the added benefits of a smaller, friendlier
mosque in the southern hemisphere. place to live. Importantly for students,
It was built in 1888 and still serves the Adelaide is also Australia’s most affordable
community today. To many, it is a symbol city: 18 per cent cheaper than Sydney and
of the tolerance that Adelaide is rightly 17 per cent cheaper than Melbourne.
famous for: when the city was built,
the founding fathers said people of Adelaide has a big future ahead of it: yours.
all religions should be allowed to
worship here.
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At first I was shocked with the culture difference, as Australia
is very different to Saudi Arabia. But now I understand more
about the Australian culture.
There are a lot of religions here and you can practice your own
religion without the interference from other people. There are
prayer rooms so you can pray at university and they have allowed
me to change my studies for my prayers and for fasting in
Ramadan. They sat down with me and said ‘organise your
classes to meet your religious needs’.
My advice? The main reason for coming (to Adelaide) is to live
in and understand a different culture. If you try to fit in and go
out into the streets and meet the people and talk with them –
find out about why they do things – people are friendly and
helpful. You have to understand that you fit into the culture.
Turki Raddah al huthali, Saudi Arabia
Studying a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Paramedic)
at Flinders University
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Frequently Asked Questions
about studying in Adelaide
Are there prayer rooms on campus? How do I respond to an invitation
In most cases, yes. Many prayer rooms to a dinner where pork or alcohol
have been established with the assistance would be served?
of the local mosque or Islamic student Be honest with your host about your
body to ensure they are correctly needs and they will be very pleased to
equipped. provide a suitable meal for you. Many
people are already aware of differing
What are some of Australia’s dietary requirements for religious or
basic customs? health reasons, such as vegetarianism
We speak English, although with some products.
or allergies to dairy or wheat products.
particular Australian phrases (check out
page 10). Among other things, we drive
Among other things, Can my children go to school
Can my children school
on the left-hand side of the road, shake
left-hand side of the road, in Adelaide?
in Adelaide?
hands (with the right hand) when we
hands right hand) when Many mature-age international students
Many mature-age international students
greet each other, and value a ‘fair go’
greet each value a ‘fair go’ bring their families to South Australia, and
their families to South and
(which means treating others as we’d
(which means others as we’d hundreds of international students are
of international
like ourselves to be treated). We enjoy
like ourselves We enjoy enrolled in primary and secondary schools
in primary and schools
the outdoors – sports, eating outside
the outdoors eating outside across Adelaide. You can choose from
Adelaide. You from
(we love barbecues) and going
(we love barbecues) going government and independent schools.
government and independent schools.
to the beach.
to the beach. For information on government schools,
For information government schools,
visit www.internationalstudents.sa.edu.au
visit www.internationalstudents.sa.edu.au
Will my study timetable be flexible
Will timetable be for independent schools visit
enough to accommodate Friday
enough www.ais.sa.edu.au
prayers or religious holidays? and for the Islamic College of South
Yes. When you are finalising your Australia, visit www.icosa.sa.edu.au
lectures and tutorials, please advise the
admissions staff or your student adviser
and they will assist you as best they can.
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Student services on campus
Adelaide’s universities and higher education institutions all respect a range of
religious backgrounds. Services that are specific for Muslim students include:
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Mosques
From the very beginning, South Australia has guaranteed freedom of religion
for all. In fact, across Australia it is illegal to discriminate on the grounds of
religion. Many churches still stand from the state’s earliest days, as does the
Adelaide mosque, which was built in 1888.
Whyalla Mosque
5 Morris Crescent,
Whyalla Norrie SA 5608
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The best part of my studies I heard Adelaide is great for
is that you get a well-rounded studying, it’s quite a small city
experience studying in another and it’s a good life. It’s a great
country. You can work with place to learn, with a lot of
others and you can learn outdoor activities – you can have
from them. You can change a barbecue in the park, which we
your opinion, find what other don’t have in Malaysia. I see the
students think so when you go people here are very relaxed and
back home you can apply it. enjoy their weekends very well
and enjoy their activities.
Adelaide is quite good in terms
of its lifestyle and cost of living The student advisers and Muslim
compared to other cities like Student Association were very
Sydney. And I’m studying at one helpful for me when I first came
of the best facilities in the world over here. They provided me with
that I can get for my field. all the information on halal food
and helped me in getting around
My advice? Adelaide is one Adelaide.
of the best cities you can
choose to study. There is halal My advice? You shouldn’t be
food and the people here are afraid to come to South Australia,
very friendly. I have found no people are very welcoming and are
discrimination and people are happy to help with the problems
very understanding. you may face when you’re here.
Nursyahidatul ain Wan Zuraidah ahmad,
muhammad, Malaysia Malaysia
Both studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum)
at The University of Adelaide
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Understanding Australian culture
Australia is a very multicultural country – our culture has been shaped
by people from all over the world. Some things are particularly Australian,
and here we explain a few:
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Halal food
Adelaide’s cafés and restaurants are world-class and reflect the diversity
of our multicultural communities. The city also boasts an increasing number
of Halal outlets, ranging from butchers to restaurants and takeaway food.
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Halal restaurants
Taste of Kashmir Lawash Bakery
117 Melbourne St, North Adelaide 115 South Rd, Thebarton
Ph: +61 8 8239 2828 Ph: +61 8 8354 0707
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What people find comforting when they come from overseas
is that there is a community here that they can feel close to.
Australia is far compared to most other countries and it’s quite hard
to just go back home, so having an Islamic community here is quite
profound for students as they can feel the closeness, attend prayers
and take part in multicultural events relating to Islam.
If you require help, you can get it from this community.
My advice? The sky’s the limit in Australia compared to what
I’ve had in Lebanon. You have to come here with an open mind
and a clear objective of what you would like to get out of Australia –
what rewards you want to get out of it and be a positive influence
Islamically. There are a lot of things that can benefit you and you can
benefit the community as well.
Houssam Abiad, Australian Lebanese
Studying Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering
and Bachelor of Science at Flinders University
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Clothing and dress
In Adelaide, you are free to wear anything you like, from casual clothing
to national and religious dress. Just walk down Rundle Mall and you’ll
see fashions of every style and custom.
hida designs
WahidaShaka
Ph: +61 8 8132 0542
M: +61 405 631 735
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Medical and health services
Adelaide has many general hospitals, health services, doctors and
specialists, and also offers a number of services specifically for Muslim
residents and visitors.
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News and media outlets
in Adelaide
Adelaide is home to a number of news and media outlets catering for non-
English speaking groups, and you will also find Muslim media outlets. These
are complemented by community newsletters distributed by the Islamic
Society and various mosques.
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I’ve enjoyed Adelaide. It’s not very crowded and the people are very
friendly. The lecturers and tutors are very helpful – they like to help
their students.
I chose Adelaide because the program I study is very good here.
The university emphasises not only librarianship but also wider
applications. And the type of study here is very different – it’s more
about an experience than just theoretical learning. If you come here,
you will get a well-rounded education. I also like the fact that the city
is not very expensive in terms of lifestyle and the cost of living.
MY AdvICe? Make sure you learn a little about the city, tourism,
shopping and entertainment. And your accommodation is a very
critical thing, so take that into consideration before you leave home.
endRo dWI hATMAnTo, IndoneSIA
Studying a Master of Planning at the University of South Australia
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Key contacts in Adelaide
You will find many Muslim support services in Adelaide, both on campus and
around the city. People are there to help you with everything from finding
accommodation and new friends, to government services and free activities.
Multicultural SA
24 Flinders St, Adelaide
Phone: 1800 063 535 (calls inside
Australia only)
Department of Immigration
Level 3, 55 Currie St, Adelaide
Phone: 131 880 (calls inside Australia only)
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Islamic websites in Australia
A number of websites will help you feel more at home in Australia. These links
are offered as a starting point only, and do not include the online resources
of Adelaide’s universities and institutions.
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1 Adelaide Botanic Garden Bradman Collection 16 National Wine Centre of Australia
2 Adelaide Central Market 10 City of Adelaide Golf Links 17 Old Adelaide Gaol
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3 Adelaide staff,Centre
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11 Government House of the of South Australia
18 Parliament House
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4 Adelaide Himeji Gardens 12 General Post Office • Government of Western Australia
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• Australian New Muslim Association
State Library of South Australia
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• Carnegie Mellon University
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• Muslim Women’s Association students of the University of South Australia offshore
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