MELGOANS VOLUME 3 ISSUE 9 SEPTEMBER 2007

News of Goan relevance for Goans in Melbourne

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“To provide Goans and their friends an enjoyable and a relaxing time without the
need for formal membership. In doing this, we will showcase our cultural activities
and also learn and integrate with the multicultural society of Melbourne”.

From the editor’s desk…

Mogal Goencarano,
Another grand success—one more feather in the Melgoan’s cap!!! Last month about five
hundred guests graced World Goa Day 2007 at the Kingston City Hall Moorabbin. It was a
night of nights and a sight to see so many young and old Goans along with their Aussie
friends come together once again just to enjoy themselves and have a great time. And
going by their history, the only thing at this function [all the other Melgoans’ functions too!]
that was not quite ‘Goan’ was the fact that the function did begin on time!!! Sharp on
the dot of seven that evening, the band “After Dark” struck their first chords while the MC,
Roger declared the night open. Starting on time has been the hallmark of functions
hosted by Melgoans, and this one was no exception.

Right from the word ‘go’ everything went off like clockwork. The guests were enthralled
by the superb décor, explosive sound and mouth watering delicacies that were put up
on the buffet tables. There wasn’t a moment in time that was wasted that night. An
action packed program that was strictly adhered to had the night rolling off smoothly. It
was a sight to see the couples jostle in step as they went around in the now traditional
Goan ‘Marcha’. Even the Aussies present, joined in and enjoyed themselves to the max
as they frolicked with the zagai zagai thereafter.

The jewel in the crown that night was the traditional Goan Kunbhi dance that was
presented by none other than Mrs Lidia Martins who trained the group of Goan
youngsters who took a lot of pains to ensure that they did not miss their steps. The group
got a standing ovation and had to be recalled for a bow. There was a tear in many an
eye that night as nostalgia just took over emotions. Imagine a genuine Goan
presentation like that, thousands of miles away from our beloved Goa. The Aussie guests
too were very impressed with that grand performance.

This time, in an effort to present the integration of the Goan society with the mainstream
Australian way of life, there was an Aussie group of youngsters present ‘Razzle Dazzle’, a
dance performance on stage. Well done Oscar and your team. You guys really did well
once again. Keep up the good work. You have GOA in your hearts and have proved it
time and again.

Salus Correia
From the rambling ‘Reddo’…!
Teatro, Teatro! Aiz ratri, khodegant teatro! Oh the good old days when an
Ambassador car fitted with a couple of horns on the roof would make its way
slowly though our village, making that announcement. I still recall the kids
running after the car till each of them managed to get one of the
advertisement pamphlets that they would drop on to the road as they made
their way through the village. Those were the days my friends, days we will
never get again.

Today we have another sort of ‘teatro’ making its way in Goa. Oh yes, I am
sure you have guessed it by now! I am referring to the political drama that
is unfolding each day in Goa. From bench hopping to party frolicking, they
are now in the stage of nominating their daughters and sons for the
upcoming parliamentary elections. Churchill Alemao wants his daughter to
take his vacated South Goa Parliamentary seat, and a little bird to me that
Victoria has plans to have her beloved son Rudolf to take her place in the
August Assembly. I suppose Goans are gullible enough to believe that they
have to vote for these dynasties of crooks because there are not enough
honest people who will stand up for themselves and take control of the
State. What a shame indeed. I think it is about time Goa realises where it
is headed, and someone does something about it. Enough is enough.

A couple of weeks ago I had a good time at what they called the ‘Goa Dance’.
It was World Goa Day time in Melbourne, and it was nice to see so many
Goan people get together again, forgetting about their allegiance to
associations or clubs. Once again we were one big Goan family, which was
just great. I also met a quaint old lady who wanted me to work towards an
‘Independent Goa’. I just told her that while I was a Goan deep in my heart,
being an Australian, did not allow me to join her bandwagon. She was
disappointed indeed. I just wonder… Do I look like one of those freedom
fighters??? Please send me one of those TAMRA PATRAS, ha, ha!

Till then, mog asundi... Recad sogleank!

… Bostião Xavier
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 From our
Konkani corner
A TELEPHONE CALL GOZAL TELEFON-AR

MAR: Hello? = Hallô?

FLO: Hello? Is that you Maria?
MAR: Yes, it is me. Who is on the phone?
FLO: Here's Antonio. Good morning, how are you?
MAR: I an well, thank you.. And how are you and family?
FLO. Not too bad, thank you. Only last night I've returned
from London, and I am very tired.
MAR: And did you have a good holiday?
FLO: Yes, but the weather wasn't good.
MAR: Did you do much shopping?
FLO: Not much. Everything is so expensive. But I bought
a gift for you which, unfortunately, has got broken
during the trip.
MAR: It doesn't matter. You're very kind. Thank you all
all the same.
FLO: Where are you going to spend your holidays?
MAR: I am thinking of going to Madrid.
FLO: Do you then speak Spanish?
MAR: Not very well, but I make myself understood.
FLO: Madrid is a big city and beautiful but it is very warm
in summer. You must take suitable clothes with you.
MAR: Undoubtedly, I was thinking of it.
FLO: Maria, have you any news of your sister Rosaria?
MAR: But I don't have a sister!
FLO: Aren't you Maria de Rosa Fidalgo?
MAR: No. My name is Maria da Conceiçao Lopes.
FLO: Oh, I'm very sorry. I have dialled the wrong number.
= Hallô? Tem tum Maria?
= Oi, anv tem. Fôn-ar konn asa?
= Anga, Antonio. Dêu boro dis dium. Tum koxem asai?
= Anv borem asa. Ani tum ani tuji famil koxim asa?
= Vait nam. Fokot kal rati anv London-ak than porot ailam, ani
bhôu thoklam.
= Tôr tuvem bôri feriad kêli?
= Oi, punn temp boro naslo.
= Tuvem zaitem 'shopping' keleim?
= Zôbôr nhôi. Sogllem borench marog. Punn anvem
tuka êk sagvadd ghêtlêli ji, kotta, bôunden-tuch ti
futton ghêli.
= Kaim porvau nam. Tum bhôu mogall. Kiteim zaunk,
tuka dinvastam.
= Tum khuim vôitai tujeô feriaddi sarunk?
= Anv chintam Madrid vôicheak.
= Tôr tum Spanish ulôitai?
= Zôbôr bôri nhôi, punn maka lôk somzota.
= Madrid vortota êk vhôdd cidad ani sobit, punn gim-an zobor
gorom; tea pormonnem tuvem rôp vorcho
= Dubavavinnem, anv tem chintalem.
= Maria, tuka kai khobor asa tujê Ruzai bôinichi?
= Punn maka bhôin nam!
= Tum nhôi Maria de Rosa Fidalgo?
= Nam. Mhojem nanv Maria da Conceicao Lopes.
= Oh, anv zobor sintid. Anvem fals numbr marlo.

GOAN CREDO GOEMKARPONN

I am first a Goan, Anv poilo ek Goemkar,

And that I'll forever be; Ani toso astolom sasnank:
And never, ever forget, Ani kernanch visorchonam,
My mother-tongue is Konkani. Mhôji maim-bhas Konkani.

BASILIO MAGNO basiliom@adinet.com.uy

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 Say a mighty Thank You to their sponsors
at the World Goa Day 2007 function:
1. Gavin & Margaret of:
Highett.
2. Cinnamon Club,
Cheltenham.
3. Delhi Bazaar,
Ringwood.
Major Prizes given away
on the night were all
sponsored by:

Melgoans Pty Ltd

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 GOAN RECIPES
thanks to Joyce

FOFOS

(Fish Rolls)

½ Kg. any fleshy fish (e.g. 4 small pomfrets)

3 potatoes (boiled and minced)
1 level teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chilli powder
½ teaspoon pepper powder
1 sour lime (juice)
2 tablespoons fish stock
1 egg (beaten well) Fine bread crumbs
Oil for frying

Clean, wash and boil the fish in a little water and salt. Save the water.
Remove bones if any and mash together with the minced potatoes,
turmeric, chilli and pepper pow-ders. Add lime juice and stock. Salt may
be added if necessary. Form little oval rolls, dip into beaten egg, coat
with bread crumbs and deep fry to a golden brown. Serve hot.

Fofos of dry Bombay Duck (Bombils) can also be made by the above
method. Please note that the dry fish should be kept in water before
removing centre bones, fins, etc. Again, the fish should be soaked in
water for about an hour before mixing with other ingredients.
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 GOA, GOA, GOA (AMCHEM GOA)

A typical Goan House. Note how

the lady in the front of the house
prepares to fold her sari before
she begins work for the day.

Shopping at Calangute beach. By

the way, where have all the Goans
gone???
Proof of Goa’s invasion!!!
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Printed and Published by Oscar Lobo for Melgoans Pty
Ltd., who are not responsible for the opinion or views of
the contributors. This monthly read is distributed free of
charge to any Goan and their friends. Contributions for
publication are most welcome, and will be included in the
next issue subject to clearance by the editorial board.
Editor: Salus Correia

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