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N e w s l e t t e r
UQMSA
UQ Malaysian Students Association
Bringing a piece of home to you!
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Brought to you by
UQMSA 2013/2014
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UQMSA
Origins
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UQ
Malaysian Students As-
sociation (UQMSA) is
an ofcial student body for all
UQ Malaysian Students. Here in
UQMSA, we always do our best to
gather all students and our fellow
Malaysian friends from diferent
backgrounds and culture through
social events and education or ac-
ademic events.
This year, we have the highest
number of Malaysians who joined
UQMSA compared to previous
years, along with a signifcant
number of diferent nationalities
in UQMSA. It is great to see that
we have a great diversity of stu-
dents in 2014.
From kayaking to Makan Night,
barbeques to workshops, UQMSA
is always at its best to provide a
sense of belonging to the UQ/Bris-
bane Malaysian community. So do
continue to join us as UQMSA con-
tinues to bring you more exciting
events! :)
Bringing a piece of home to you!
Bringing a piece of home to you !
UQMSA2014
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Committee
Members
2013/2014
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Hi Im Leroy, currently in my 3rd Year of Civil Engi-
neering at UQ. Studying and just being in Brisbane
has been a joyful experience so far for me. A big
part of this experience has been with the amazing
group of Malaysians around me.
They say absence makes the heart grow fonder and
truly enough I have grown to embrace the Malay-
sian Way even more being far away from home. I
truly hope that 2014 will be a better year for UQM-
SA and its community. This club is more than just
fun for me and I hope it continues to foster everlasting friendships throughout!
President
Leroy Yeow Swee Chia
Vice President
Aaron Lim Jia Yong
These are the 4 interesting things about me!
Hello everyone! My name is Aaron! Currently
fnal year in UQ studying Business Manage-
ment (Major in Real Estate).

I know it is never easy to come to a new place
like Brisbane to study. Diferent culture and
diferent environment to adapt.
Blue Water
Fashion Dance
UQMSA will do our best to help any-
body who is in need of help! Please do
not hesitate to come talk to any of the
committees when you need help!
I always believe in providing what we
could for the others in order to make
this world a better place for the people
to live in. Sharing is caring and being
nice to people can be a good legacy to
leave behind.
Studying in UQ or Brisbane is an ad-
venture. So dont worry and lets have
an adventurous year together! :)
But fear not!
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Secretary
Fiona Fong Pui Wun
Treasurer
Mohamad Faisal Imran Kamarizan
Hello! I am Fiona from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Am studying Bachelor of Pharmacy. A girl
who can be extremely quiet sometimes and
extremely playful at certain times.
Love travelling, shopping, eating and COF-
FEE! (High-fve all cofeeholics out there!) ;)
A heart-warming welcome to all of you who
just joined us, and a huge thanks to everyone
who continues supporting us. Best regards!
:D
The names Mohamad Faisal Imran Kamarizan, but Im commonly known as
Faisal around here. Im doing my 2nd year in Bachelor of Engineering (Electri-
cal) and Im warning you, its not for the faint of heart.
When Im not busy being a zombie in the uni-
versity, I enjoy frisbee, long runs and baking.
Yes. I do enjoy baking. But I would suggest you
check your insurance before tasting any of my
creations. If you are able to speak in Japanese,
I believe we can defnitely be best of friends.
With our Malaysian mentality and my love of
Japanese, I am sure we can click right away.
I am hoping to know the new faces of UQMSA
better. If you see me anywhere not saying Hi!,
go ahead and scold me. I am serious! I might
just be a bit shy to greet because I can be quite
shy at times. See you soon! :3
Assalamualaikum and konnichiwa!
Greetings peeps!
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Social Convener
Lin Rui Leong
Social Convener
Mohamad Izat Ibrahim
Hi, my name is Leong Lin Rui but most
people just call me Lin. I will be your so-
cial convenor for this year and I cannot
say how excited I am to meet every one
of you (though I do not think it is physi-
cally possible).
So, here is a little something about my-
self. I am from KL, born and raised there.
I have a pretty sharp voice and I do get
quite loud when Im excited over some-
thing. Most of my friends say that they
can hear me from a mile away though
I really do think they are exaggerating.
So, if I do accidently screech into your
ear, I apologise in advance.
My favorite things to do are to travel
and try out new things. The sheer ex-
citement you get when you are trying
out new things and not knowing how it
may turn out excites me. Travelling, well,
who does not love travelling? I love ex-
ploring new places and immersing my-
self in new cultures, food and of course,
the shopping. Absolutely love shopping!
Anyway, I am really looking forward to
meeting you guys. I wish you guys all
the best and have a great year in UQ and
in Brisbane.
Hey everyone, Izat here. I am the Social Convener of UQM-
SA and a 2nd year Chemical Engineering student in UQ.
I love traveling, thrills (skydive and bungee anyone?), mu-
sic, astronomy, science and food. If we have any of these
in common (and lets be real: all Malaysian like food) then
we will have a lot to talk about!
Despite being the social convener, I am quite shy at times.
But the reason I joined UQMSA was to help people fnd
adventure in their stint in Australia. So dont hesitate to
come say hello or ask for help or whatever it is.
Lets have fun this year, yeah?
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Assalamualaikum, and hello people!
The name is Azmir, usually pronounced as Azme. So yea just call me Azme then.
Bits about myself:
I am currently pursuing my second year in Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering.
Living in St.Lucia, Brisbane and Shah Alam, Selangor. Studied at SMK Seksyen 9
and Kolej Mara Seremban.
I enjoy sports, photography, music, food,
sleep and recently added to the things-
that-make-me-happy list is traveling. Once
you study oversea, you just want to see the
rest of the world.
I have three more years in UQ, so I will be
here to guide you in any way I can. Do come
to all of our upcoming events, make new
friends. Approach any one of us. We do not
bite. Do we? I dont.
Lastly to all you newcomers, enjoy your
stay here in Australia, mates!
Education Convener
Boon Cheng Ng
Education Convener
Azmir Zulkiply
Hi everyone out there scrolling through this blog, I am Boon Cheng from Selangor.
(p/s. Despite living in the countrys most urbanised state, I am just kampong boy
from a paddy and fsherman town. Dont bother to mention its name as you will
have not heard of it even if I do :P). I am currently in my fnal year of pursuing Bach-
elor of Regional and Town Planning.
Talking about some facts about me, I
would perceive myself to be a typical
Malaysian guy that loves food and a guy
that are willing to hang out just for food!
I play a little bit of video games and bad-
minton as part of my leisure activities
too. Looking forwards to knowing and
serving you guys throughout the year. :)
Do drop by and chat with me during the
events organised by UQMSA!
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IT Convener
Shawn Teoh Thuan Song
IT Convener
Nur Aqilah Zulife Zulkifi
WeIcome to Brisbane! I am more known as Shawn, and as my position in UQMSA
states, I am the IT guy. However, I am not studying IT (surprisingly?!). I am a second
year Chemical Engineering student. Although born in Klang, Selangor, I do not have
a Bak Kut Teh frenzy.
I enjoy coding (what a geek), volleyball and frisbee. Somehow, I look more ap-
proachable to most people (meh, self-praise XD), so do not hesitate to talk to me or
ask me for help! ;) kthxbye *fees*
Hi, I am Aqilah, your IT convener (together with Shawn) this year. Currently a third
year Chemical Engineering student in UQ. I love photography, books and travel-
ling, though I do not get to travel much. But hey, they say reading is travelling. If
you count that, I have been to the end of the universe and back! Alright enough
about me -
Welcome mate!
To all new and returning members, may you have a good year ahead, and create
lots of memories together with UQMSA. Brisbane is a good place to be and all the
better with great company - us! ;D
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Hi everyone!!! My name is Proft who
is a committee in a non-proft organi-
zation~ I am studying Commerce Major
in Accounting and Finance (just like my
name!). I live in Klang, So please do drop
by and have a nice meal with me. Moreo-
ver, I love cooking and if you feel home-
sick, feel free to ask me to cook some
home dishes and make you feel better~
I am really really bad in memorising
names, so if I cannot remember yours
please do give me some hint and tips,
I will get your name in couple of sec-
onds^^ In addition, I love jogging to
places, sometimes i jog to cafeterias to
have nice cofee, please do join me if
you want to~
Sponsorship Coordinator
Ka Sheng Loh
Sponsorship Coordinator
Yeng Leek Pang (Proft)
Hello my name is Loh Ka Sheng and I am
from KL. Lived there my most of my life as I
did my primary and secondary education
there. After that, I came over to Austral-
ia for my tertiary studies and here I am!
My friends say I am quite the relaxed
and calm person but that does not
mean Ill slack as your sponsorship
convener. I will defnitely do my best
in whatever way possible for UQMSA.
I also enjoy all things that is basketball.
I love the playing the game, watching
the game and buying the merchandise.
So, whoever wants to have a pick-up
game or just a quick debate on which
NBA player is the best (Ray Allen is
dabomb!), you can come look for me!
One last thing about me is that I real-
ly enjoy eating good food! You name
it, Korean, Chinese, Western and of
course Malaysian, I will eat it! That
pretty much sums me up, hope you
guys enjoy your time with UQMSA!
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UQ Union
Gala Night
(Award Night)
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In 2013, the UQ Union Gala Nightwas organised by UQ Union as appreciation
of the hard work done by all committees of the 200 clubs in UQ. UQMSA was hon-
oured to be part of the event. In the end, we managed to sweep a ton of awards!
VIDEO OF THE YEAR, 1ST RUNNER-UP
BEST SOCIAL MEDIA AWARD
BEST INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF THE YEAR
* SOCIAL CONVENERS OF THE YEAR 1ST-RUNNER UP
* TOP 10 PRESIDENT, SECRETARY, AND TREASURER
Our main priority is always provide the best to our members! Yes
you! UQMSA hopes that our members will always have an event-
ful, content and colourful life with us!
Well this is just the 1st semester, stay tuned with us because next semester will
be even better!

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Events
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Semester 1 Market Day
As usual we started of with Market Day! A day where new members sign up with
us! The turn up was a surprisingly huge number!
With more than 200 members who signed up, we knew that it will be an incredi-
ble and fun year ahead!
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Semester 1 Welcoming BBQ
Embracing the Aussie way of life, we had a BBQ at Southbank!
This time we had other food besides sausages and bread!
We had a mini game section during the Welcoming BBQ, and congratulations to
our winner!
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Cafe Crawl
Implementing a new concept, UQMSA came up with cafe crawl!
Members got to try diferent cafes and got to know Brisbane better! <3
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Makan Night
In Malaysia we have Pasar Pagi and Pasar Malam, but in Brisbane from UQMSA we
have Makan Night by UQMSA!
Just like Pasar Malam, we sold 4 diferent Malaysian foods in UQ to fulfl our mem-
bers cravings!
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Outdoor Excursion
A one day road trip combo to Laser Skirmish and Lamington National Park!
Even though members were tired, but we still hope it was a very fun day for all of you!
One word: Awesome!
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Cultural Fiesta
UQMSA collaborated with UQU in Cultural Fiesta!
A day where we can faunt our Malaysian Culture, traditional food and traditional
games to non-Malaysians!
We had a Malaysian costume fashion show as well!
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Getting Started Workshop
This year, we introduced a new workshop concept and brought in more speakers
to talk about getting involved in other activities besides studying!
The turn up was great and there were many mentors who were ready to help out
the members. The mentors were experienced Pharmacy Students, Law Students,
Engineer Students and more.
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Riverlife Challenge: Kayaking
Kayaking along the Brisbane River is defnitely a must do activity when you are in
Brisbane!
Since it is a must do, UQMSA brought members to attempt it! Despite the rain,
everyone certainly enjoyed themselves.
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Semester 1 Mamak Night
This years Semester 1 Mamak Night was unique compared to previous ones. We
changed things a little by using banana leaf as table decorations and served the
food to our members instead of the usual queue. We had all good Malaysian food,
even fipping good Roti Canai as well! It was a good break from study before the
fnals!
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Winter Break Road Trip: Nanango
An additional excursion during the winter break: 3 days 2 nights at Nanango. It was
a road trip and we tried farming and experienced the outback lifestyle!
Even though most of the days were pretty cold, but the great experience made it
worthwhile!
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Articles
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Evena is currently pursuing the Bachelor of Science,
majoring in Psychology. She was one of the mentors in
the UQMSA Getting Started Workshop, sharing her insightful experience. Currently,
she is a marketing ofcer of the Australian Chinese Youth Association (ACYA). As a
fellow Malaysian, she has portrayed proactive and critical thinking skills in contrib-
uting towards the success of the UQMSA Getting Started Workshop.
Brief Introduction
Getting More with Uni-Life
Ever wonder or suddenly realise that your uni-life is flled with same routine and
boredom every day? Ever thought of contributing something great towards the
community? Ever thought of doing something more in your uni-life?
If you fnd yourself in such situation then perhaps this section of the newsletter
will provide you a brief insight and encouragement into how to get more from uni-
life. With this, UQMSA is delighted to have one of our proactive volunteers, Evena
Wong sharing her thoughts with us J
Passion and Interest
The strange thing is that it didnt start out
with me being passionate or anything. I
was doing a rather Scientifc degree, and I
wanted to be able to use my love for art and
design to have fun in university. Why not
be useful at the same time, I thought. It was
through this interest that I applied for a Mar-
keting Ofcer position in ACYA, and I have
discovered since then, so much more than I
bargained for.
Passion is often the main trigger for people
deciding to get involved. However, this was
not a direct cause for Evena in the beginning.
Instead, an interest in art and design, and a
desire to be useful lead to her involvement
in something more. A desire to reach out
and connect, and a desire to self-improve
were motivating forces that kept her going.
Ultimately, involvement in co-curriculum
activities enriched her uni-life with difer-
ent exciting experiences.
Barrier, Fear & Hardship
Like any others, Evena encountered
barrier, fear and hardship as well.
Perhaps the biggest barrier and fear
Evena ever faced was getting over
her phase of discomfort. As a self
described simple girl from Ma-
laysia, who was suddenly thrust
among a body of insanely capable
and well-rounded international stu-
dents, it was rather a daunting ex-
perience for her initially.
In addition, getting involved in
co-curricular activities has been
time consuming. Consequently, she
sometimes fnds herself pulling
all-nighters, questioning her choices
in life. Nevertheless, she asserted
that it doesnt need to be this way.
Time management is everything.
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Valuable & Exciting
Experiences
Through proactive involvement in
co-curricular activities, she has obtained
important insights into how things and
events are run behind the scenes, as
well as the ability to work within a team.
She has gained a deep appreciation of
the talent and capabilities of the people
she is working with. She was also able
to make connections that meant some-
thing special to her. A sense of achieve-
ment, and knowing that she was able to
be useful, helpful and productive are
perhaps the most rewarding experienc-
es she gets from volunteering.
A Little of Tips to
Newbies
You will probably be very afraid, very
uncomfortable, or generally unmotivat-
ed for a start. Thats okay. Start some-
where you know youll relate to. If you
like free food, for example, attend a
welcoming barbeque. Meet people, say
hello. Maybe youll meet someone who
will invite you to something, which just
might be your niche in life. Maybe youll
fall in love. Maybe youll get scouted
and become an awesome movie star.
Whatever it is, do something out of pure
interest, and youll be surprised at how
far it can take you!
Closing Remarks
Thing does not come without overcoming barrier and fear. Who knows what a leap
of faith might lead you to?!
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Ever come across UQ advantage awards
programme? The UQ Advantage Award
provides undergraduate students with
opportunities to extend themselves
beyond the classroom and develop key
skills that employers value. Designed to
complement your studies, the award is
a great way to get involved in all UQ has
to ofer and receive recognition for your
participation in a wide range of co-cur-
ricular activities and events coordinated
by UQ across three core categories:
Global &
Cultural
Engagement
Learn more about yourself and
participate in global experi-
ences that will broaden
your world view
Research
&
Entrepreneurship
Discover solutions to global
questions and participate in
activities that extend your
academic studies
Social
Responsibility
& Leadership
Engage in the community, make a
diference and enhance your
leadership potential
So, still do not know What and How to
Start with?
Fret Not! UQMSA have it covered for you.
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These three core categories cover what UQ has to ofer to enrich your university
experience and push you beyond academic boundaries. It is a good guide for you to
decide which co-curricular activities to embark on. By participating in this program,
you will have a central place to fnd out about the broad range of co-curricular ac-
tivities at UQ across all disciplines and access to networking opportunities with
fellow students, academic staf, alumni, and key industry contacts.
In term of personal development, you will gain a global perspective and insight
into your personal capabilities, teamwork skills, and leadership potential. Whats
more, upon completion of the minimum Award requirements, you receive a formal
statement of attainment upon graduation which recognises your achievements and
is a record of your co-curricular activities!
So, peeps dont get your university life flled with same routines and boredom! It
is a platform to showcase our skills and broaden your view. It is time to put your
sleeves up and get involved in something diferent. Fully explore what UQ has to
ofer and make the best out of your university life. Remember, you only live once
YOLO!
A full information guide about the UQ advantage award programme can be down-
loaded here.
Lastly, dont forget to register for the programme and information sessions on the
ofcial website.
Most importantly, being a UQMSA committee also flls part of the requirement for
the award, so why dont participate as a committee for UQMSA next year as well J
Simply attend our coming Annual General Meeting and grab your friends to vote
for you!
Remember! In the end, what UQMSA would like to convey is that it is not getting
the award that matters, it is what you gain from exploring this range of opportu-
nities presented to you values the most to your university life.
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Sponsors:
Platinum
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AUG
Phone: 0732101383
Fax: 0732101683
Website: www.augstudy.com
E-mail: brisbane@augstudy.com
Address: Level 1, 25-27 Adelaide Street, Brisbane CBD
AUG has been in the student service industry business for dec-
ades and they provide assistance in comprehensive FREE educa-
tion advice and placement service to most universities in Austral-
ia, UK, Switzerland and Malaysia, the highest quality of services
specializing in visa application into Australia (student visa and TR/
PR visa) and NAATI translation for more than 73 languages.
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Malaysia Airlines
Phone: 0732182522
Fax: 0732101253
Website: www.malaysiaairlines.com
Address: Level 13, 239 George Street, Brisbane CBD
Within 20 years, MAS grew from a single aircraf operator into a company
with 2,400 employees and a feet operator using the then latest Comet IV
jet aircraf, six F27s, eight DCs and two Pioneers. Today, Malaysia Airlines
fies around 37,000 passengers daily to some 80 destinations worldwide.
Te airline holds a lengthy record of service and best practices excellence,
having received more than 100 awards in the last 10 years. Occasion-
ally Malaysia Airlines do ofer cheap fights during promotional period
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Quest Chermside
Phone: 0733630100
Website: questchermside.com.au
Address: 9 Tomas Road, Chermside, QLD 4032
Quest has been in the business of providing business travelers and tour-
ists accommodation in serviced apartments for the past 26 years. In
addition to that, they have managed to expand their business to New
Zealand and Fiji. Be it in Chermside or another branch, they are con-
sistent in the quality of all their serviced apartments. Tey are always
located strategically for the average business man or visiting tourist.
Te apartment itself is always spacious which comprises of a living,
dining, working and sleeping areas, as well as fully equipped kitch-
ens and laundry facilities. Other services include housekeeping, va-
let laundry, dry cleaning services and babysitting booking service.
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Riverlife
Phone: 0738915766
Website: www.riverlife.com.au
Address: Lower River Terrace, Kangaroo Point 4169
Riverlife Brisbane has been around since 2005 till present day. In that
span of time, they have provided the city of Brisbane access to a variety of
exciting outdoor activities. Tey place great emphasis on having an active
healthy lifestyle flled with social interactions between individuals. Riv-
erlife Brisbane achieves this through their unique activities that never fail
to entice the interests of the participants. Tey can range from relaxing
cycle tours around the city, to heart-pumping rock climbing at Kangaroo
Point Clifs. To top it of, Riverlife Brisbane occasionally adds that hint of
luxury to some of their events with their quality food catering services!
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Sponsors:
Gold
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Hazel Tea Shop
Riverwalk Tan-
doori
Hazel Tea is located strategically
in the heart of Brisbane CBD along
Elizabeth Street. The usual scene
here is a queue of customers that
stretches beyond the entrance of
the shop, all waiting to taste the
sweet nectar that is their bubble
tea.
What truly separates their bubble tea
from the rest is the efort they put into
each drink that goes out. Every cup is
meticulously measured to have the
right amount of syrup and favouring.
As for the tapioca pearls, they are made
freshly every day by the owners them-
selves. Overall, the owners passion for
bubble tea making is refected in their
drinks.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
Eligible for VIP discount, which is free
50 cents topping with any large drink.
Opening hours:
Monday Thursday: 10:30 am 10 pm
Friday: 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm 10:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm 10:00 pm
Address: 141 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane
City CBD, 4000
Located in residential South Bris-
bane. This place will cook up a
spicy bowl of curry that will give a
real kick to even the experienced
curry eater. Taking that frst bite
will defnitely have your mouth on
fre but it then gradually cools of
due to the cream and yogurt pres-
ent in the curry. The experience
becomes addictive and pleasurable.
Thus, this restaurant will have you com-
ing back for more!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
15% discount for main meals and a
minimum 15AUD purchase.
Opening hours:
Monday Tuesday: 6:00 pm 9:00 pm
Wednesday Saturday: 12:00 pm - 2:00
pm; 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm 2:00 pm; 6:00 pm
9:00 pm
Address: 43 Gladstone Rd, Highgate Hill
QLD 4101
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Translation of Malaysian Documents
(NAATI Accredited)
Thai Nakonlanna
Need documents like birth certifcates,
academic transcripts or drivers license
translated? UQMSA has provided mem-
bers with a NAATI accredited translator
that can translate from Malay to English.
The service ofered here is efcient and
afordable.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
20% discount
Website: www.uow.edu.au/~rwitton
Email: rwitton@uow.edu.au
Phone number: 04-09399752
Address: 22 Moore St, Austinmer NSW
2515
Located in pleasant Hawken Drive which
is just a bus ride or a walk away from
the University of Queensland St. Lucia.
This restaurant specializes in Thai cui-
sine which will defnitely tickle your
senses. This is all thanks to their use of
distinct Thai ingredients namely lemon
grass, chilies and coconut milk. The serv-
ing there is also generous as they come
in large portions. In short, this place is
most defnitely a godsend after a hard
days work at uni.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount for non-specials and
non-promotional items.
Opening hours:
Monday Saturday: 11:00 am 9:30 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am 2:30 pm
Address: 6/225 Hawken Dr, Brisbane,
QLD 4067
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Anything
Shalom Indonesian
Restaurant
This restaurant is also found in Hawken Drive. In fact, it is conveniently located
right next to Thai Nakonlanna. Coincidence? Not so much! This is because Any-
thing and Thai Nakonlanna are owned by the same person. This place has variety
because its specialties seem to range from Asian dishes to Western dishes. In ad-
dition, you are seated comfortably in the restaurants modern and sophisticated
interior.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount for non-specials and non-promotional items.
Opening hours:
Monday Saturday: 11:00 am 9:30 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am 2:30 pm
This gem is found along Beenleigh Road
in Sunnybank Hills. They are experts
in authentic Indonesian cuisine. Most
customers agree that their Oxtail Soup
is a defnite must try. If youre a foodie,
this is a good opportunity to check out
the Indonesian take on the Oxtail Soup!
In addition, the price of food here is
afordable!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount with a minimum pur-
chase of 50AUD in a single transaction.
Opening hours:
Mon Fri: 11 am 3 pm; 5 pm 9 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am 9:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm 9:00 pm
Address: Shop 53 Cnr Pinelands and
Beenleigh Rds Sunny bank Hills, QLD
4109
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Sponsors:
Silver
Toowong
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Village Aroma Cafe
Renu Thai
Village Aroma Cafe is a good place for
a shopping pit-stop and a catch up with
friends over cofee. Their soy latte cof-
fee is strong, yet silky smooth. Theres
limited seating space, so be sure to get
your cafeine hit at a time when most
people arent doing their grocery shop-
ping (i.e. avoid early mornings). Aside
from cofee, they also serve iced choco-
lates, milkshakes and ofer a selection of
sweet and savoury pastries, raisin toast,
sandwiches and mufns.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount
Opening hours:
Monday - Friday: 7.45 am - 5.30 pm
Sat: 7.45 am - 4.30 pm
Sun: 9.00 am - 3.30 pm
Contact: 07-37208889
Address: Toowong Village - Shop G09, 9
Sherwood Road, Toowong, QLD 4066
This restaurant in Toowong ofers qual-
ity and authentic Thai dishes for eat-
ing-in or takeaway. This is a great place
to visit when you are not in the mood for
cooking.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount *not valid with other
promotions
Opening hours:
Monday Sunday: 11 am - 9.30 pm
Contact: 07-33718109
Website: renuthaifood.com.au
Address: 25 High St, Toowong,
QLD 4066
Two Wongs Asian
Two-Wongs Asian Restaurant is a favour-
ite with locals thanks to the authenticity
of its dishes and its generous servings.
The dishes are both to order and self
serve. They come in good size portions
and are reasonably price. This tasty eat-
ery in Toowong is defnitely worth a try.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
5% discount
Opening hours:
Mon Wed & Friday: 9 am 5 pm
Thursday: 9 am 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am 4 pm
Sunday: 10 am 4 pm
Contact: 07-38705871
Address: G23A, Toowong Village, 9
Sherwood Road, Toowong, QLD 4066
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If you are searching for textbooks for
your courses in UQ at the beginning of
semester, why not give it a try at QU
Books? They ofer cheap prices for text-
books for UQs courses!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
5% discount
Opening hours:
Monday Tuesday: 8.15 am 6 pm
Wednesday Friday: 8.30 am 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am 3 pm
Sunday: 10 am 2 pm
Contact: 07-38710427
Address: 9/39 Campbell St, Toowong,
4066
Sergios Salon
Sergios Salon opened approximately 6
years already. Usually the pricing of hair
cut for men is $18 & for woman is $29.
But occasionally this salon will ofer
cheaper price for most of the Tuesday.
It is generally consider to be cheap for
Mens hair cut. This salon also provides
hair wash, hair treatment, waxing and
more.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
5% discount
Opening hours:
Monday Friday: 9 am 5 pm
Sunday: 8.30 am - 12.30 pm
Contact: 07-32177122
Address: 31 Sherwood Road, Toowong,
QLD 4066
QU Books
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Sponsors:
Silver
West End
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It is located near South Brisbane Train
Station. Authentic Thai Food. Their spe-
cialties are Pad Thai and Whole Fish and
Tom Yum Soup!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
max discount 10% amounting to $50
excluding lunch specials and special
dishes
Phone: 07 3844 9091
Address: 1/79 Boundary Street, West
End Market West End QLD 4101
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm
Sat - Sun: 12pm-3pm, 5pm-10pm
Siamsamrarn Thai
Restaurant
Little Malaysia
Trang Restaurant
Feeling homesick? Missing Malaysias
food? Well, fear not for UQMSA spon-
sorship conveners made sure to snitch
a deal with Brisbanes very own Malay-
sia restaurant. So drop by for a plate of
that Nasi Lemak to keep you going for
the semester or maybe just for a casual
hangout with your friends to give you
that mamak vibe youve been missing.
Either way, its a place you can show
your friends back home and say, Hey,
guess what? I have Nasi Lemak to post
on Instagram too!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount
Opening hours:
Monday Thursday: 5 pm 9 pm
Friday Sunday: 5 pm 9.30 pm
Address: : 156 Boundary St, West End,
QLD 4101
Trang Restaurant is Chinese and Viet-
namese restaurant which is convenient-
ly located at West End. If you happened
to be in a mood for Pho or maybe just
some Vietnamese spring rolls, Trang
will satisfy your tummy. So fash that
UQMSA card of yours and you get to en-
joy a good dinner and a 10% discount.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount
Opening hours:
Monday Sunday: 10 am 9 pm
Address: 59 Hardgrave Road, West End,
QLD 4101
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Sponsors:
Silver
Sunnybank
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Pappa Roti Market
Square
Shin Yuan
Restaurant
Pappa Roti as known as Roti Boy in
Malaysia now can be found in Brisbane.
The location is between the News-
agency and Kingsfood Chinese Res-
taurant in Sunnybank. These fragrant
cofee-cream buns are crispy on the
outside and buttery goodness in the
inside. Also, they serve a wide range of
cofee, tea and etc.
Exclusive for UQMSA members:
5% discount with every purchase above
$10 in one bill
Address: Market Sq Cnr McCullough St
And Mains Rd Sunnybank QLD 4109.
Opening hours: Mon - Thu 9am - 9pm
Fri - Sun 9am - 10pm
Phone : 0432 887 093
E-mail: cp3380@yahoo.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/
papparotisunnybank/info
Shin Yuan have always been known to
serve authentic Taiwanese food. The
food is delicious and the servings are
huge. 2 famous dishes are the Braised
Beef with Rice and Vegetables & Tai-
wanese deep fried chicken. YUM! Other
than that, there is an extensive menu of
delicious dishes at low prices. Service is
fast & friendly.
Exclusive for UQMSA members:
Free drink with set meal purchase
*weekdays only
Address: Shop 14, Market Sq Cnr Mc-
Cullough St And Mains Rd Sunnybank
QLD 4109.
Opening hours:
Daily 11am - 3pm & 5pm - 9pm
Contact: 07 3344 6699
E-mail: hsiehmaria@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.facebook.com/
pages/Shin-Yuan
Madtongsan IV
These are the famous dishes Dolsot
Bibimbap, Spicy Beef, Spicy Seafood
Noodle, Spicy Beef Soup, Cold Noodle
Soup, Bo-Ssam, Dan-Jang-Jiji-Gae. Mad-
tongsan branches have good standards
of korean food.
Exclusive for UQMSA members:
5% Discounts
Phone: 07 3162 7934
Address: Shop 1 341 Mains Rd Sun-
nybank QLD 4109
Opening hours: Mon - Thu 9am - 9pm
Fri - Sun 9am - 10pm
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Landmark Restaurant
Welcome Fresh Food
Crave for Dim Sums. This is a great
place to have it. Good Authentic Chi-
nese food that will remind you of home.
Exclusive for UQMSA members:
5% Discounts
Opening hours: Mon - Thu 9am - 9pm
Fri - Sun 9am - 10pm
Phone: 07 3344 3288
Address:
Sunnybank Plaza Shopping Centre,
Shop 101 Corner Mains Rd & Mc-
Cullough StreetSunnybank, QLD 4109
WELCOME Fresh Food is proud to be the
most specialized Asian food supermar-
ket in the Brisbane area. We get fresh
produce in our shop on a daily basis
and we boast the most comprehensive
range of vegetarian products. Choose
from the biggest range of locally grown
high quality Chinese vegetables and
seasonal fruits and vegetables all deliv-
ered fresh daily. You can be assured of
the highest quality and best prices.
Exclusive for UQMSA members:
5 to 10% Discount on groceries
excluding fruits, veges and special lines
Phone: 07 3344 3288
Address: Sunnybank Plaza Shopping
Centre, Shop 101 Corner Mains Rd &
McCullough StreetSunnybank, QLD
4109
Opening hours: Mon - Thu 9am - 9pm
Fri - Sun 9am - 10pm
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Sponsors:
Silver
Brisbane CBD
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Boom Boom Korean
Restaurant
Sukachi
Looking for MSG free Korean food?
Boom Boom Korean Restaurant provide
cheap and delicious Korean dishes.
Sometimes, they will be giving out free
soft drink during dinner hour!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% of on every individual meals (not
included special menu, lunch special,
alcohol, beverages)
Opening hours:
Daily: 11:30 am - 11:30 pm
Contact: 07-32112339
Address: 91 Queen Street Bus Station,
Brisbane, QLD 4000
One of the best Japanese style fried
chicken in Brisbane, especially when it
is served with variety of dressing. It is
a good place to have a bunch of friend
having your dinner here.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% of for dinner (drinks excluded)
Opening hours:
Monday - Thursday: 11am - 11 pm
Friday - Saturday: 11:00 am - 12:00 am
Sunday: 4:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Contact: 07-30128143
Address: Shop 4 108 Albert St Brisbane
City, QLD 4000
Madtongsan II
This great Korean joint provides for a
wide range of korean delicacies all at
reasonable prices. If you are a fan of
spicy food, this place is bound to serve
up one of your favourites as well as an
extensive menu with something for
everyone!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
5% discount (not valid for drinks and
alcohol)
Opening hours:
Monday Sunday: 11am midnight
Contact: 07-30031881
Address: Level 1, 85 Elizabeth Street
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Gelatissimo promises an award-wining
gelato that is served and made fresh
daily. Treat your taste buds with many
amazing favours!
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount
Phone: (07) 3012 9797
Address: Shop3, Cnr Albert & Queen St
Brisbane Queensland 4000 b/t Albert &
Queen St in CBD
Opening Hours:
Mon to Thurs: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Fri: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sat to Sun: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
re P.I.T Tea & Juice Bar
Gelatissimo

Satay Club Noodle House is a Indo-
nesian Chinese style restaurant with
variety of noodle. You can also get to
choose the spiciness level of your food.
The duck laksa is highly recommended.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
5% discount
Opening hours:
Monday - Friday: 11 am - 8:30 pm
Contact: 07-3229885
Address: 66 Charlotte Street, Brisbane,
QLD 4000
Satay Club
re P.I.T ofers a wide range of refreshing
Tea and Juices all for great value.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount
Address: Elizabeth Arcade- Shop 31, 99
Elizabeth Street Brisbane CBD
Opens for:
Mon-Sun Lunch
Mon-Sat Dinner
Late on Fridays
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AJ Vietnamese Noo-
dle House
Craving for Vietnamese Food? Look no
further! AJ Vietnamese Noodle House is
the place to get great Vietnamese Food
at afordable prices.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount on meals after 2pm
Address: 70 Charlotte Street Brisbane
CBD
Opens for:
Mon-Sat 11am to 9pm
Nudos on Mary
Kadoya Japanese
Restaurant
Nudos on Mary is a Malaysian/ Chi-
nese-themed restaurant with large
serving dishes big on value and taste as
well.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount cash only
Address: 62 Mary Street Brisbane CBD
Opens for:
Mon-Sat 11am to 9pm
Cheap, clean and simple decor accom-
modates the cafe-style crowd who are
after a traditional Japanese fare.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
Free 20 pieces of big takoyaki with
every 10 main meals ordered
Address: Shop 29 & 30, Elizabeth Ar-
cade Brisbane CBD
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Sponsors:
Silver
Fortitude
Valley
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Located in Fortitude Valley, Queens-
land. Phob Vietnamese Restaurant spe-
cializes in Vietnamese cuisine thats
bound to satisfy your Vietnamese crav-
ings. It provides Takeaway and home
delivery services.
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
10% discount
Address: 28 Duncan Street Fortitude
Valley QLD 4006.
Opening hours:
Sun - Thurs 10am 9.30pm
Fri - Sat 10am 10pm
Contact: 07 3852 2889
Fax: 3852 2885
Website: http://07-3852-2889.menuasian.com/
Burlington Butchery
Kim Lan Vietnamese & Chinese Restau-
rant
Just beside Burlington supermarket,
there is this Burlington Butchery that
ofers fresh meat at reasonable prices.
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
10% discount
Address: 26 Duncan St, Fortitude Valley
Opening hours :
Mon - Fri 9:30 - 18:30
Sat - Sun 9:00 - 18:30
Contact: 0732525881
Email: burlingtonbutcher@hotmail.com
Kim Lam Vietnamese & Chinese restau-
rant is a small restaurant that provides
great variety of food with strong se-
lection of vegetarian options at an af-
fordable prices. The service is quick and
friendly and the dishes are created with
fresh produce to deliver the best of
favours that Vietnamese and Chinese
cuisine have to ofer.
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
10% discount
Address: Shop 5, 12 Duncan St, China-
town Mall, Fortitude Valley
Opening hours:
Sun Thur 11am 10pm
Fri & Sat 11am 11pm
Contact: 0738521878
PhoB Vietnamese
Restaurant
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Even without having much to do with
the American football championship
of the same name, Super Bowl Chinese
Restaurant kicks plenty of goals by
way of its own super bowls of food. On
Wickham Street, this ultra-cheap and
cheerful eatery does traditional Chi-
nese dishes, covering soups, noodles,
barbecued meats, vegetarian eats, hot-
pots and some Szechuan specialties.
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
10% discount *cash only
Address: 185 Wickham Street Fortitude
Valley QLD 4006.
Opening hours:
Mon - Sun 11am 3pm
Contact: 07 3257 2188
Website: http://www.facebook.com/
pages/Superbowl-Chinatown-Bris-
bane-Valley
Old Town Fusion
This restaurant on Brunswick St Mall,
has re-opened under new owners and
chef. The restaurant has undergone a
fresh make-over whilst still keeping
with the theme of a Malaysian cuisine
restaurant with the addition of a dump-
ling menu.
The restaurant feels more spacious with
bench dining overlooking the mall and
downstairs dining ideal for a party of up
to 15.
The menu, whilst retaining Malaysian
specialities, has been condensed to
provide for excellent choices focusing
on presentation and meal size.
They have introduced to the Brisbane
Asian dining scene a restaurant that has
a relaxed atmosphere in attractive sur-
roundings. Gone are the dark confnes
of the previous layout.
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
10% discount *not valid for all day spe-
cial meals and afternoon tea.
Address: Shop 221, McWhirter Centre
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006.
Opening Hours:
Mon - Thu: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Fri - Sat: 11:00 am - 12:00 am
Sun: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/
OldTownFusion
Superbowl Chi-
nese Restaurant
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Kushi Q (St Lucia)
Authentic and taste good kebab can be
found in the Valley at Shah Cafe!
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
10% discount for kebabs
Address: 295 Brunswick St Fortitude
Valley, QLD, 4006
Phone: (07) 3257 0142
Hours:
Open daily 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Burlington Super-
market
Searching for Asian groceries? Look no
further Burlington supermarket sells a
great variety of goods for everyday use,
ranging from frozen foods, drinks, fresh
produce, utensils, and many more!
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
5% discount on all goods except pro-
motion items and fresh foods
Address: 20-28 Duncan St, TCB On The
Valley Mall, Fortitude Valley
Opening hours:
Mon Fri 9.30am 6.30pm
Sat, Sun 9am 6.30pm
Contact: 0732160828
Fax: 07 32160822
Website: http://www.burlingtonsuper-
market.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
burlingtonsupermarket
Shah Cafe
This Japanese restaurant is in Hawken
Drive and it is just a few shops after
Anything and Thai Nakonlanna. Enter-
ing the shop youll fnd yourself greet-
ed to a large screened TV playing the
latest J-pop for your entertainment!
The restaurant specializes mostly in
bento box food. Due to the use of ben-
to boxes, the meal is balanced in both
nutrition and portions. Best of all, the
food is Halal.
Exclusive to UQMSA members:
10% discount
Opening hours:
Monday Sunday: 11:00 am 9:30 pm
Address: 4/219 Hawken Drive, St Lucia,
QLD 4067
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Established in 2002, The Happy Chef
BBQ Chinese/Vietnamese restaurant
is a popular destination in Fortitude
Valley. It serves great chinese and Viet-
namese cuisine.
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
5 - 10% discount,
free parking upon spending of $80+,
free parking upon spending $5+ on
weekends,
2 hour free parking upon spending $5+
on weekdays
Address: 187 Wickham St, Fortitude
Valley
Opening hours:
Daily 9.30am - 10pm
Contact: 0732524100
Website: http://www.facebook.com/
pages/Happy-Chef-BBQ-Chinese-Viet-
namese-Restaurant
Happy Chef BBQ
Kuan-Yin Tea House
Cheungs Cakes and
Cafe
Kuan-Yin Tea House is a Chinese res-
taurant in Fortitude Valley famous for
its vegetarian dishes. Good variety of
vegetarian meals for everyone in this
casual and relaxing restaurant.
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
5% discount
Address: 198 Wickham St, Fortitude
Valley
Opening hours:
Mon 11:30am-5pm;
Wed-Thu 11:30am-7:30pm;
Fri 11:30am-8pm;
Sat 11:30pm-5pm;
Sun 11:30pm-12am
Contact: 0732524557
Website: http://kuanyinteahouse.blog-
spot.com.au/
A great deal to get cheap birthday cakes
from this place. The cakes are absolute-
ly delicious!
Exclusively for UQMSA members:
10% discount for birthday cakes
Address: 1/256 Wickham St, Fortitude
Valley QLD 4006
Phone:(07) 3216 0551
Hours:
Open daily 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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