House debates

Wednesday, 16 July 2014

Statements by Members

Islamic Museum of Australia

1:54 pm

Photo of David FeeneyDavid Feeney (Batman, Australian Labor Party, Shadow Minister for Justice) Share this | | Hansard source

Earlier this year the Islamic Museum of Australia opened its doors to the public for the very first time. Dedicated to Islam in Australia, this centre comprises five permanent galleries and will play host to a variety of international and domestic exhibitions. It is the first of its kind in Australia, and we are very proud to have it located in our local area of Thornbury.

The goals of the museum are both educational and social. The museum creates a space for the wider community to learn about Islamic culture and the history of the Islamic community in Australia. Further, it is hoped that the museum will act as a bridge, building understanding and ultimately greater social cohesion in our society.

The electorate of Batman is proud to have supported this project from its inception. I wish to convey my warm congratulations to the museum on its opening, and I look forward to the contribution the museum will make to multiculturalism in Australia.