[Goanet] Inaugural opening ceremony of the Goa Toronto Community Centre

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

The inaugural opening ceremony of the Goa Toronto community centre I am sure 
was watched by many Goans around the world and brought a tear or two of joy to 
see such a great achievement in flying the flag for Goa in Canada.  

Congratulations to all those involved in making this 50 year old dream come 
true.

With technology, we were delighted to join you live in spirit.

Viva Canada, Viva Goa.

Melvyn and Rose Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey, United Kingdom

16 October 2021

[Goanet] Covid - 19 Nationality Discrimination Republic of India/ United Kingdom Tit for Tat

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Hi All

With regerence ti my note of 3 October I am pleased to share this splendid news 
with you as published in Goan Voice 8 October 2021

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath

Surrey England

8 October 2021


[Goanet] COVID -19 Nationality Discrimination Republic of India / United 
Kingdom Tit for Tat 
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GOAN VOICE DAILY NEWSLETTER FRIDAY 08 OCT. 2021

Video: No Quarantine For Fully Vaccinated Indians Travelling To UK From Monday

7 Oct, 11:50 pm IST: NDTV. Indians who are fully vaccinated with Covishield or 
any other UK-approved vaccine will not be quarantined when they arrive in 
Britain from October 11, the High Commissioner to India said today, ending a 
row over what was perceived as unfair imposition of COVId-19 quarantine rules. 
"No quarantine for India travellers to United Kingdom fully vaccinated with 
Covishield or another UK-approved vaccine from 11 October. Thanks to Indian 
government for close cooperation over last month," British High Commissioner to 
India Alex Ellis tweeted today… British officials had told NDTV that the issue 
was not the vaccine itself but the issues with India's "vaccination 
certification" process and the two sides announced "progress" in recognising 
each other's certificates after high-level talks… Video 2m. 35s  For further 
details click here 
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/fully-vaccinated-indians-travelling-to-uk-wont-have-to-quarantine-from-oct-11-2567663
7 Oct: Times of India. 423 from UK sent to 10-day home quarantine in Delhi in 3 
days. Sources said that even transit passengers from the UK who were going to 
other states had to give their sample for an RT-PCR test at the Delhi airport… 
[Reports indicate that non-UK nationals arriving from UK are not subject to 
quarantine]  click here 
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/423-from-uk-sent-to-10-day-home-quarantine-in-3-days/articleshow/86820214.cms

[Goanet] COVID -19 Nationality Discrimination Republic of India / United Kingdom Tit for Tat

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Melvyn Fernandes

65 Windsor Road

Thornton Heath

Surrey

CR7 8HJ

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com mailto:melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

Tel(44)07970668879

Sunday 3rd October 2021

To Mr President Ram Nath Kovind 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Co Shri Kumar Samresh
Public Relation Officer, Museum
President's Secretariat
Rashtrapati Bhavan
New Delhi - 110004
Email id: ksamresh[DOT]nbt[AT]nic[DOT]in
Phone: 011 23015321 Ext.: 4751

Dear Sirs

COVID -19 Nationality Discrimination Republic of India / United Kingdom Tit for 
Tat

Following the vaccine certification row   by the United Kingdom .  The 
Government of India  has decided to Impose Reciprocal  Tit for Tat Covid-19  
tests on United Kingdom Nationals  arriving  from the United Kingdom to  India  
. These New Regulations come into effect from Monday 4 OCT 2021 Irrespective of 
their   vaccination   Status will have to undertake

1 Pre Departure Covid RT-PCR Test within  72 HOURS Before Arrival in India

2 Covid RT-PCR Test at an airport on arrival in India

 3 Covid 19   again on day eight upon arrival in India

4 Mandatory   Quarantine   at home or a destination address upon arrival in 
India

I am copying this letter to Ms Gaitri Issar Kumar. High Commissioner London 
Mission forher attention and onward transmission to you in Delhi.

I am also   writing to my Member of Parliament Steve Reed to raise this issue 
of Nationality Discrimination with Her Majesty Government   at the earliest 
available date also  if possible to Liaise  with the Government Republic of 
India to resolve this  continued stalemate with expert advice  from the world 
Health Organisation, after all we are all in this together to combat Covid -19 
that knows no National boundaries.

Every Chief Minister of all the 29 states that make up the Republic of India 
through their NRI office will know that the Indian family unit of today   is   
made up  of  different generations living and Settled  across all five 
continents and  are made up of various Nationality  holding different coloured 
passports. The only link with India is the document Overseas Citizen of India a 
compromise for dual Nationality (OCI) many of us including myself  living  and 
settled in the United Kingdom have not got round in obtaining one will be a 
target for discrimination by this Regulation.

 Two wrongs don’t   make a right. Tit for Tat is not the answer. Let us all 
keep India Incredible and assist all who serve her.

Wishing  you the best of Health and Regards

Sgd.

Melvyn Fernandes

Sent by email

[Goanet] Playing Football for St Josephs Boys Home Calangute Finals –Penalty Shootout

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Playing Football for St Josephs Boys Home Calangute Finals –Penalty Shootout

Sunday 15 August 2021  England was  known as Freedom Day as all the uncertainty 
of Covid19 restrictions were lifted enabling freedom for all of us locked in 
for over  a year and half to get back to normal life as near as possible 
especially to meet, greet and socialise.

Dylan Pereira and his friend Andrew Fernandes, now in their mid-twenties,  
organised within a short time a full house family friendly five a side  
Football  Tournament with the aim to help needy children in Goa who cannot 
afford a decent pair of trainers or football shoes to play the beautiful game.  
 Dylan remembered his annual holidays to Calangute, Goa during his younger 
school days where he played football with the orphans and boarders of 
St.Josephs Home/School at their playing grounds, most of them who played bare 
foot on the very hot and hard grounds peppered with small stones while he 
turned up in his full football kit. Despite this, the young boys played with 
much passion and skills which left a lasting impression on him and filled him 
with admiration. Hence it was decided that the proceeds from the tournament 
should be donated towards the purchase of football shoes for the needy boys at 
St. Josephs Home and School.

Click below Penalty Shootout  video credit ; Tony Pereira

https://www.facebook.com/watch?ref=search=608378380193615_log_id=ff9f54c4-91d6-436e-aa62-0e9976845626=Goan%20Super%20League
 
https://www.facebook.com/watch?ref=search=608378380193615_log_id=ff9f54c4-91d6-436e-aa62-0e9976845626=Goan%20Super%20League

For more pictures on the event goto Facebook search

Goan Super Cup

Enjoy

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

18 August 202

[Goanet] UK:Sunday 15 August 2021 Playing Football for St Josephs Boys Home Calangute Bardez Goa.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 UK :Sunday 15 August 2021 Playing Football for St Josephs Boys Home Calangute 
Bardez Goa.

Sunday 15 August 2021 is an important day, it’s the 75th Anniversary of India 
Independence, in Cortalim Goa 2nd Arvale Road is renamed “Rua Miguel Rod” in 
memory of the very famous and talented son of Cortalim, also in England known 
as Freedom Day as all the uncertainty of Covid19 restrictions were lifted 
enabling freedom for all of us locked in for over  a year and half to get back 
to normal life as near as possible especially to meet, greet and socialise.

Dylan Pereira and his friend Andrew Fernandes, now in their mid-twenties,  
organised within a short time a full house family friendly five a side  
Football  Tournament with the aim to help needy children in Goa who cannot 
afford a decent pair of trainers or football shoes to play the beautiful game.  
 Dylan remembered his annual holidays to Calangute, Goa during his younger 
school days where he played football with the orphans and boarders of 
St.Josephs Home/School at their playing grounds, most of them who played bare 
foot on the very hot and hard grounds peppered with small stones while he 
turned up in his full football kit. Despite this, the young boys played with 
much passion and skills which left a lasting impression on him and filled him 
with admiration. Hence it was decided that the proceeds from the tournament 
should be donated towards the purchase of football shoes for the needy boys at 
St. Josephs Home and School.

The venue with a big G sign  Goals at Elm Park  could not be more apt with its 
Astroturf pitches Clubhouse and facilities could also stand for Goan, blink and 
you could miss Goans playing Football.

Within a very short time of informing their friends and mainly by word of 
mouth, they very soon filled up the 10 Team places. Due to a continued interest 
from more teams, they later increased it to 12 Teams and still had to turn some 
teams away. They have teams entered from the north, south, east and west of 
London which is indeed a great achievement on its own.

The teams that managed to register on time

Group A: Dream Team, Goan Ballers. TNT,  Goan Chaplaincy, Southside Shooters, 
The Mighty Eagles.

Group B: Cabana Gringos, Sporting Goa, Cortalim Union, SLG, Bayern Bru, LIZARB.

Goa Football Association conducts training to candidates, players and referees 
too.

Whereas FC Goa conducts coaching classes followed by tournaments for boys and 
girls, from 6yrs to 12yrs old, they get the full kit shoes, socks, shinguards, 
uniform everything. Water, snacks, medicine,   Doctors present during coaching 
and tournaments too.

FC Goa really give the children beautiful trophys, flags banners music making 
playing enjoyable.

However children are only given shoes, socks that fall down, standard size 
uniform one size fits all you either fit tight or loose in it.

So why not take this opportunity to assist Dylan and Andrew in their effort for 
St Josephs Calangute. Our cashless society means little or no change in wallet 
for donations  most payments are now made by credit, debit or contactless if 
you can assist with a  donation by Bank Transfer please contact Andrew 
07456607498 or Dylan 07448448939 after Monday or  as soon as possible. Report 
on this thriller tournament to follow.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath , Surrey

14 August 2021

[Goanet] GOA Public Information from Archdiocese of Goa and Daman

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

GOA Public Information from Archdiocese of Goa and Daman

There is a message going round that the Archdiocese of Goa and Daman is seeking 
funds for the recently established COVID Care Centre at Old Goa. We have not 
made any appeal to anyone, including to the Government, for any funds at this 
point of time.
The COVID Care Centre is an initiative of the Archbishop being taken forward 
with the funds of the Archdiocese, as a modest contribution of the latter in 
the mitigation of the present crisis created by the pandemic. The COVID Care 
Centre facilities are offered absolutely free to anyone needing them, 
irrespective of creed, caste or social standing. Please do not fall prey to 
such fake messages or send money to the accounts mentioned therein.

Fr. Noel D’Costa
Financial Administrator,
Archdiocese of Goa and Daman.

[Goanet] Goa Death by Neglect and Individual Responsibility

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Goa Death by Neglect and Individual Responsibility

Today 15 May 2021 News reports announce thirty two thousand live positive Covid 
cases and two thousand who died RIP.

All around the world, Goa State is no exception, when the Truth is shielded by 
a Bodyguard of lies, lies of delusion.

Let us rewind to February Carnival.   Goa Government, despite its best efforts 
to get the population to follow Covid appropriate behaviour, failed to do so.   
Covid appropriate behaviour included:

1. Wash your hands properly with soap frequently
2. Social Distancing
3. Wearing Masks in public places
4. Only leaving home when absolutely necessary for example food shopping

Perhaps the reasons were not made clear enough.   Goa is a civilised state you 
could not expect the police to enforce the rules with a Lathe Charge .

This is what actually happened, our fellow Goykars carried on with their 
Birthday Parties, Weddings, Zatras, Shigmo, Fest, etc as though it was their 
last day on earth.

Like others, I feel the pain that Goa is 51 per cent Covid Positive, that is 
one in every two people and the landscape populated with our people following 
our culture and traditions will be wearing Black for a while among other 
customs.

I feel the pain of the large shark that beached itself on Baga beach had its 
fins hacked of by persons unknown  so it could not swim back to sea gasping for 
oxygen its dead carcass was moved next day no one knows anything.

I have observed how natural Oxygen producing trees have been felled like the 
over two hundred year old clump of mango trees that was a gateway and landmark 
of Colvale, Mopa Airport Project Mollem.  Open cast mining, road and building 
activities, all these are a blot on the landscape on the lush green canopy 
covering and sheltering the inhabitants of Goa.

The next generation looks to you to replace these natural oxygen producing 
trees that God has given for free.  Please Call  Andrez Diaz 8390835087 for a 
list of trees and Ideas. Suggest to Goa Government that land be set aside for 
trees to be grown in memory of those who succumbed and survived to Covid.  
Families can also plant a tree in their property. Check with Sarpanch for a 
communal area with planning permission also fellow Goans who died and those who 
survived  abroad can have trees planted in their memory.

Courtesy Fredrick Noronha – Goa Diaspora whats app group

Cipla Foundation Goa invites NGOs working in Covid relief activities are 
looking to have discussions with NGOs working in Goa for various Covid relief 
measures like oxygen, plasma, hospital support, Covid care centres, ambulance, 
food support, helpline, database creation, working on relief for children who 
have lost parents to Covid and any other Covid relief measure. Please get in 
touch with Mahesh Bhat who leads the CSR in Goa. Mahesh.bhat@Cipla,com 
mailto:Mahesh.bhat@Cipla,com

Courtesy Cortalim UK

Goa has not been in any wars or major disasters today we have orphan children 
whose parents have succumbed to Covid if you can assist in any way please 
contact

Peter Borges – Human Touch Foundation

+91-9923700342

Contacthttp://www.humantouch.ngo

getinto...@humantouch.ngo mailto:getinto...@humantouch.ngo

I hope that by the time you read this, treatment with administrative acumen 
will increase in all hospitals and treatment centres in Goa allowing people to 
come home sooner.  Please take care and get vaccinated.  The party can 
wait.Hope to join you as soon as we are all unlocked

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey

15 May 2021

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com.

[Goanet] UK: Sunday 2 May Welcome Cortalim Union Feast Mass (1.00pm)and Social (Virtual) Free Webinar 2:15 pm via Zoom.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: Sunday 2 May Welcome Cortalim Union Feast Mass (1.00pm)and  Social 
(Virtual) Free Webinar 2:15 pm via Zoom.

Holy Mass

Sunday 2 May Cortalim Union (UK) invite you your family and friends to join us 
in Celebrating our feast St. Philip & St James with Holy mass at 1pm St 
Boniface Church Tooting ( search your Browser) also YouTube Live streaming 
:http://www.stbonifacetooting.org.uk/wordpress/

Presiding Priest: Fr Shaju Varkey.

Social Webinar via Zoom

Following Holy Mass to be held at 1pm UK time, we will be conducting an online 
social (virtual) via a free Zoom Webinar this year from 2:15pm UK time. We 
would be delighted if you could join us on your Laptop, Computer with camera 
facility including Tablet and Smartphone. We hope that this event will also 
serve as a great opportunity for parents to include their children and 
youngsters in celebrating our feasts, making it a "family event while indoors" 
- be it in a different way and using modern tools.

We have allowed for a high volume of attendees and we are preparing for a two 
and a half hour programme. The easiest way to sign up for the event would be to 
follow the following instructions;

1. Click on the following link now to assist organisers.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GuqgozOpRvqWA0zObWxFvw

1. Enter your name
2. Enter your surname
3. Enter your email address and confirm it
4. Press register

Alternatively, you could send us an email (cortalimunio...@gmail.com 
mailto:cortalimunio...@gmail.com ) and we will be happy to add you to the Zoom 
Webinar.

Once registered, you will receive an email confirming your entry with details 
of the function. Please consider taking part in the activities on offer as we 
are offering some great cash prizes.

Should you need any assistance, then please do not hesitate to send an email to 
cortalimunio...@gmail.com mailto:cortalimunio...@gmail.com  and we will be 
happy to assist. 

About Our Goan Associations and Cortalim Union (UK)

Years ago, a number of Goan expats in the UK formed village communities (as 
associations) to maintain their culture and support projects back in Goa. Once 
a year the villagers of these associations got together to celebrate their 
annual Goan village Church feast in the UK.

The celebrations provided the perfect occasion to meet one another, maintain 
friendships and for a small fee or raffle allowed funds to be raised to support 
the upkeep, renovation of Churches and Schools, and contributions made towards 
the wellbeing of different needs in Goa.

Cortalim Union (UK), was formed in 1978. This year we are celebrating 43 years 
of existence on the feast day of our village church - St Philip & St James, on 
Sunday, 2 May 2021. While we cannot hold a social at a venue this year due to 
the Covid pandemic and lockdown restrictions, ironically a new door has been 
opened for us. To this end we are extending the invite to any Goan to join us 
in celebrating our feast - wherever they may be and from the comfort of their 
own homes.

Kindly request the flyer for details of our feast celebrations via email 
(cortalimunio...@gmail.com mailto:cortalimunio...@gmail.com ) or WhatsApp (+44 
7739 87 6718). We will also be hosting a Cake / Dessert dressing competition, a 
Raffle and a Family Game. Entry to the event is free of charge, and needless to 
say, you have to bring your own food and drinks with the best catering in town 
– your Kitchen. Music by Outbreak.

We will be most grateful if you could consider making a donation - this is 
entirely optional, the amounts are discretionary and payments can be made 
before, during or after the event (details will be provided on registration). 
Thank you.

Events Timings

Guide on timings for the Holy Mass and Zoom Webinar Social;

Location

Holy Mass

Zoom Webinar Social

UK

1:00 PM

2:15 PM

New York

8:00 AM

9:15 AM

California

5:00 AM

6:15 AM

Dubai

4:00 PM

5:15 PM

India

5:30 PM

6:45 PM

Kenya

3:00 PM

4:15 PM

We look forward to receiving your attendance request or confirmation to our 
free Zoom Webinar Session..

Kind Regards

The Committee

Cortalim Union (UK)

email: cortalimunio...@gmail.com mailto:cortalimunio...@gmail.com

[Goanet] Goa Pot Holes Bonanza reaches Specular Levels

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Goa Pot Holes Bonanza reaches Specular Levels

News feeds in the last three years indicate that Pot Holes in Goa has reached 
Specular Levels. Only last week the Goa Government announced funding for 
Employment of Engineers (Performance not Guaranteed) Perhaps this is an 
opportunity for POGO to seek funding and supply the PWD with a Goan Workforce 
as most migrants have gone back to their home states. Contact Government Of Goa 
information office  and ask your MlA to assist.For Professional Advice seek 
Navy Assistance based at Dabolim.

The Jackfruit is in season so is the Cashew Apple an indication that the Annual 
Wash down of Goa with the Monsoon Rain is round the corner. Goa has moved from 
the Age of the  Bullock Cart to the Jet Age. In days gone   our Ancestors  
being a migratory race  without Travel Insurance waited to catch the Trade 
Winds to sail to Africa and the unknown. Today Jets with connecting flights 
bring their descendants loyal to Mother Goa to Dabolim where the Runway has to 
be hundred per cent pothole free, we cannot risk self-accidents as happen on 
Goa Roads.

Action is needed yesterday as the Monsoon Rain will fill these Potholes. 
Accidents are caused and can be prevented.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

14 April 2021

[Goanet] The Global Goan Vol2 Issue4 April 21 flagging pages 59 to 61 (CZMP)

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 Your attention is drawn to  The Global Goan Vol2 Issue4 April 21 flagging  
pages 59 to 61 is a background story to events leading to the Coastal Zone 
Management Plan (CZMP) and St Jacinto Island that is now on hold thanks to the 
four thousand Individual objections tabled and the objections of 105 Panchayats 
  delightfully written by Leslie St Anne it pulls no punches.

This edition   of Global Goan edited by Salus Correia has 70 pages, each and 
every one a page turner that will be of interest to someone somewhere across 
our Global Village. Enjoy.

Click here
https://online.fliphtml5.com/kdhdu/wvdh/?fbclid=IwAR3_oXEMN2xVrIzKEWLz6hFCBcAzVHkQ4Kcj5Zn18x9v-Com4QhvXshUFlM

Happy Easter and Pleasant Reading

Not Forgetting the Family and Friends those no longer with us

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath  Surrey England

1st April 2021

[Goanet] GOA - CZMP World Update on Coastal Zone Management Authority March 2021

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

GOA CZMP World Update on Coastal Zone Management Authority March 2021

An announcement from Team Herald in Panjim on O Heraldo front page dated 
Saturday 27 March informs us “Chief Minister Dr Primed Sawant on Friday assured 
the Legislative Assembly that the Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) will not 
be finalized without examining suggestions submitted by 105 village panchayats 
and more than 4000 others received by the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority 
(GCZMA)”

It is good to know that the voice of every concerned Goan is now being heard. 
Whilst most of us have better things to do than striving to do things better 
The young and agile who attended on Sunday March 11 sacrificed their Sunday 
Lunch travelling  long distances to attend  democratic  Public meetings in 
Margao and Panjin to object to the  Coastal plans for Goa drawn up with a 
Picasso School of thought  despite objections raised at local Panchayats level 
appeared  bulldozed through to be rubber stamped at the meetings of 7 March 
2921.

People with a lucky ticket or the chosen ones were allowed into the hall while 
the vast majority stayed peacefully ‘outside with Police lines as barriers. 
Those In the hall could not speak within the time frame given and did not speak.

So if you are one of the four thousand from around the world who sent your 
emails to   goacoastalz...@gmail.com mailto:goacoastalz...@gmail.com to 
table your comments despite being unable to use computer asking your children 
and grandchildren to assist you can expect a courtesy of a reply from the 
Government of Goa striving to make Goa State a world class destination   after 
all this hot topic is the future we are dealing with now

Sons and Daughters of Goa on shore or off shore can follow those Coast issue 
and others live on Herald online and Konkani and English News Bulletins on U 
tube GOA365 also available to download as App to your Smartphone, Tablet etc.

Melvyn Fernandes

28 March 2021

[Goanet] GOA CZMP World Public Announcement True Story

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

From: Melvyn Fernandes

Email:mel...@symtravels.com mailto:mel...@symtravels.com

Date: 12 March 2021

Dasharath Redkar

The Member  Secretary

Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority

1st Floor, Pt Deendayal Upadhyay Bhavan

Behind Pundalik Devasthan Porvorim, Goa

CZMP  World Public Announcement – True Story

Friends of Goa around the world send your comments

Email goacoastalz...@gmail.com mailto:goacoastalz...@gmail.com

And  Upload tohttp://www.czma.goa.goa.in

Don’t be locked outside again make sure you are heard without the need to 
travel to  Goa office Covid Restrictions apply.

Dear Sir

District Level Public Consultation of Draft Coastal Zone Management Plan 2011 
For North Goa, Held on 7th  March 2021 at Kala Academy Panaji Goa

I trust you received by e mail my letter dated 2 March  with my onjections to 
be tabled   at the Public  meeting s held  at Kala Academy Panjim and Ravindra 
Bhavan Margao. I would appreciate an acknowledgement for quick reference I am 
copying this letter to your office again for consideration also request you 
please send a copy straight away  to Mr Ajit Roy IAS District Magistrate  and 
Collector for North Goa and Ms Ruchika Kaytal IAS Collector and District 
Majistrate South Goa. I am sorry if I got the Names wrong all Goa government 
emails are incorrect wring and keep bouncing back also needs attention by your 
IT people.

Please also forward to your expert members that make up your secretariat 
straight away.

Whilst I have a concern about Public administration in Goa State I must 
congratulate your or rice for the prompt production of the minutes of the 
meeting in North Goa. I have not had sight of South Goa Minutes However news 
feeds indicate the sentiments are the same.   

It appears that the Coastal plans were drawn up with a Picasso School of 
thought and despite objections raised at local Panchayats level was bulldozed 
through to be rubber stamped at the meetings of 7 March 2921.

People with a lucky ticket or the chosen ones were allowed into the hall while 
the vast majority of the Public  had to stay outside with Police lines as 
barriers to the Public Meeting . Those In the hall could not speak within the 
time frame given and did not speak.

Is Environmental Minister Nilesh Cabral Technically Qualified to rectify errors 
in CZMP. If the baby(people of Goa) doesn’t cry the mother (Government)would 
not know something is wrong and look the other way while the state is 
systematically destroyed

There are plenty of examples. The Chopping 200 year old clump of Mango trees 
that was the gateway to Colvale   despite motorised vehicles having steering 
wheels to steer around them, felling of trees for Mopa Airpot, Double Tracking 
now this Coastal Plan Stop Now Please Stop.

This is complete abuse of authority misuse instruments of the Law and calling 
it Democracy.

The Minutes indicated that the meeting was concluded with a vote of thanks 
there was no indication as to what decision was taken can your office clarify.

Goa is Good let’s make it Beautiful again.

Melvyn Fernandes

Sgd by email

1. For Information and request for Support I am copying this letter to Chief 
Minister –Goa State Dr Pramod Sarwant

Commisioner Fror NRI Affairs Goa Adv. Narendra Sawaikar

Hgh Connisioner India UK –Ms Gaitri Issar Kumar

Goan Individuals and Organisations around the World.

Also to copied to

airesrodrigu...@gmail.com mailto:airesrodrigu...@gmail.com

airesrodrig...@yahoo.com mailto:airesrodrig...@yahoo.com

goafoundat...@gmail.com mailto:goafoundat...@gmail.com

goafoundat...@gmail.com

[Goanet] Goa – Song dedicated to the listeners at the CZMP Public Hearings on plans drawn up with a Picasso school of thought.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Goa – Song dedicated to the listeners at the CZMP Public Hearings on plans 
drawn up with a Picasso school of thought.

Click here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxiMrvDbq3s

Every Proper Goan should listen to the end

Candid with Nandan Kudchadkar – Carlos Alvares Ferreira

Call to Goans Abroad 5 March 2021

Click Here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcScH7zeEbo

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey England

6 March 2021

[Goanet] Sunday 7 March Welcome to the Worthy Cause of St Jacinto –Goa

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Sunday 7 March Welcome to  the Worthy Cause  of  St Jacinto –Goa

Click link below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3x-_jOSU8tg

Below  is my objection to be tabled  CZMP 2021 for  St Jacinto Island. Please 
feel free to add your name by removing mine and adding yours before submitting 
so we can all be counted.

It is Important that all Residents especially the young and agile  in  North 
and South Goa should make every effort to attend on

 Sunday 7th March 2021

1 . North GOA Telelgao Community Hall

(10.00 to 7pm)

1. South GOA Ravindra Bhavan Margao

You can collect a free face mask kindly donated by  Freedom Holidays  Panjim 
3rd Floor, Patto Centre Building, No.6, Panaji, Goa 403001.

All attending  this Important  Event are requested to strictly follow Covid 19 
precautions.

Wear Face Mask all the Time

Keep physical distance (2mtrs)

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath  Surrey.

2 March 2021



Immediate action below

Scroll down  to send your objection to by email to  goacoastalz...@gmail.com

If you agree cut and paste your submission directly just change the name and  
email address and signature  to yours  encourage your family. Friends and Ggoa 
organisations to send their individual submissions – stand and be counted

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From: Melvyn Fernandes

Email:mel...@symtravels.com

Date: 2 March 2021

Dasharath Redkar

The Member  Secretary

Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority

1st Floor, Pt Deendayal Upadhyay Bhavan

Behind Pundalik Devasthan Porvorim, Goa

Email   goacoastalz...@gmail.com

Dear Sir.

Issue:

Register and Table my Objection at the Public Hearings  on 7th March 2021  for 
the draft finalizatiom  Coastal Zone Management Plan (as per Notification 2011) 
Errors in the CZMP 2021 for  St Jacinto Island.

1 . North GOA Telelgao Community Hall

(10.00 to 7pm)

1. South GOA Ravindra Bhavan Margao

Background

St Jacinto Island has had ‘Special Status’ for years.

Even Goans from outside the Island are not allowed to buy property, no houses 
are let out either, many houses are in ruins but yet no one sells.

There is a written document which is kept with the church authority.

I am concerned and distressed that representations made by the Village have not 
been addressed and are systematically ignored.

The Villagers of the Island of St. Jacinto Goa are under the jurisdiction of 
the village Panchayat of Chicalim, and have to repeatedly bring the same point 
again and again to the notice of your office.

Our villagers had participated in a gram sabha called by the Village Panchayat 
on 25 August 2019 for discussing the CZMP Plan prepared by the Villagers in 
association with Chicalim village Biodiversity Management Committee, Mundkars, 
Oyster pickers, Clam pickers, Village elders and others.

Conclusion:   It is shocking therefore that on scrutiny of the recently 
received  draconian draft CZMP 2021 that has been published we find that it has 
not been rectified/corrected and it still reveals glaring anomalies. This is 
with respect to the draft Coastal Zone Management Plan 2021 prepared in 
accordance with 2021 that has been put up in the village Panchayat of Chicalim 
and published on the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority for scrutiny and 
examination by the villagers.

1..The plan shows the entire coast of river Zuari along the village of Chicalim 
as under the port limits of Mormugao Port Trust (MPT) Owned by the Government 
of India.

2.The entire Island of Sao Jacinto has been shown as under the Port limits of 
MPT.

3.The presence of the  endangered species of Window pane Oysters around the 
tiny Vareg Island has not been highlighted.

4.The presence of various varieties of Clams (Tisreos) at the Chicalim Bay near 
Sao Jacinto Island, as well as Vareg Island, have not been highlighted.   It is 
shocking therefore that on scrutiny of the recently received draft CZMP 2021 
that has been published we find that it has not been rectified/corrected and it 
still reveals glaring anomalies,

5.The plan shows the entire coast of river Zuari along the village of Chicalim 
as under the port limits of MPT.

1. The Heritage structures like the Chapel dating back 1731, the Church, a 
Tunnel on the hill, etc., have not been shown in the map.

In view of the above, we demand that this office include the points highlighted 
above in the CZMP 2021 and prepared  in accordance with CRZ 2021 prior to the 
Plan.

They should forth right and review the whole situation along with the members 
of  Government. Of Goa.

Yours Sincerely, 

Melvyn Fernandes

Sgd by email

1. For Information and request for Support I am copying this letter to Chief 
Minister –Goa State Dr Pramod Sarwant

Commisioner Fror NRI Affairs Goa Adv. Narendra Sawaikar

Hgh Connisioner India UK –Ms Gaitri Issar Kumar

Goan Individuals and Organisations around the World.

[Goanet] Today 21 Feb Join Zoom Webinar Konkani Langauge included at Annual United Nations Observance Day on Mother Langauges (Amche Bbhas)

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Today 21 Feb Join Zoom Webinar Konkani Langauge included at Annual United 
Nations Observance Day on Mother Langauges (Amche Bbhas)

Today is tha  21 Day of the second month of 2021 while campainers have for 
years  been banging on the doors of Google for our langauge to be included in 
their list of translations  an alert by Lui Godinho   of a Zoom Webinar that 
our langauge Konkani will be included for the first time at the Annual United 
Nations Observance Day On Mother Langauges in London United Kingdom.

Sorry for the Short Notice to inform of this  opportunity to hear the fragrant 
bouquet of  multi-lingual presentations  appreciating  the beauty of our 
linguistic diversity.

This year’s webinar will represent 20 regional Indian languages under the 
banner “Kaavyanjali” for the Annual United  Nations International Mother 
Language Day

Your  Zoom Joining details as below
Topic: *Kaavyanjali - International Mother Language Day*
Time: 21 Feb, 2021 03:45 pm London for a 4 pm (16:00 GMT )start. Goa Time 
9.30pm (21.30) IST
Join Zoom Meeting (Two Hours)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82344512045
Meeting ID: 823 4451 2045

On APP  mobile
+441314601196,,82344512045# UK
+442030512874,,82344512045# UK

Dial by your location
+44 131 460 1196 United Kingdom
+44 203 051 2874 United Kingdom
+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom
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+44 203 901 7895 United Kingdom

Meeting ID: 823 4451 2045

 
 
 
 
 



Konkani language with be included for the first time at Annual United Nations 
Observance Day on Mother Languages in London. This function has been held in 
London for the last three years, at the House of Commons and House of Lords. 
However this year in view of the pandemic there will be a webinar.

Mario Fernandes (aka Babit) ex teacher and a musician will represent Konkani 
with a three mins  talk on “Konkani in the life of a Goan”, along with 19 other 
Indian Regional languages. Mario will read in Konkani, however there will be an 
English translation for the general public.
The function is organised by Sanskruti Centre for Cultural Excellence which was 
founded by Dr Ragasudha Vinjamuri, Associate Lecturer, University of Sunderland 
in London and she is also  Fellow of Royal Society of Arts.
This year’s functions is called “Kaavyanjali International Mother Language 
Day”.  

Dr Raga as she popularly known is a classical dancer (Indian) and has presented 
24 dances at the Houses of British Parliament and twice at the European 
Parliament in Brussels.

Sanskruti Centre has been engaging with different linguistic communities in the 
UK encouraging their participation on different occasions.

Last year on the occasion of World Health Day, Dr Bernadette Pereira, 
Consultant Surgeon in London, recited a poem in Konkani on the subject of 
Coronavirus.

This year webinar will represent 20 regional Indian languages under the banner 
“Kaavyanjali” for the International Mother Language Day on 21stFeb 2021.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath

Surrey

21 February 2021

[Goanet] Fwd: Cocunut Oil vs Covid-19

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 Original Message --
From: MELVYN FERNANDES 
To: MELVYN FERNANDES 
Date: 21 January 2021 at 20:33
Subject: Cocunut Oil vs Covid-19


Cocunut Oil vs Covid-19

Today 21st J anuary is the 21st day of the 21st year of the 21st century. All 
the Infants  born at the start of the millennium  maybe celebrating their 21sy 
Birthday as in Gods will  you may remember the millennium  Ptayer sung  by Sir  
Cliff Richards “OUR Father”

Click Here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mL9yDb134Rk

Two days ago the January edition of Goa Today arrived at my home  near  London 
England always on time for the last forty years despite the current Conid 
Pandemic with all of us in lockdown in the United Kingdom. Bravo.

On the inner cover is an advertisement on Cocunut Oil and Products. This 
reminded me of a message I sent on 29 March 2020 to all and as Goanet reaches 
incredible parts of the world I am repeating an extract  please let friends and 
family know about Cocunut oil as a barrier to  Covid viris.. As you are aware 
this Virus Covid -19 is indiscrimatory,you need to protect your respiratory 
tract both upper and lower .If you agree prevention is better than cure.

For a more detailed explanation please play u-tube clip of 23 March  by Dr  
Piroja Pardiwalla Homeopathic Doctor.

Click below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ecui9cEVhuQ

Having (CKD Stage4)  Chronic Kidney Disease I am connected to a Kidney  
Dialysis Machine in Hospital three times a week and since March 2020  have been 
following the advice on the video of applying coconut oil to nostrols 
,ears.eyes to protect my breathing.

The ward I attend has had a sprinkling of Covid Deaths despite wearing masks 
and washing hands, the Hospital  to date over a thousand deaths and still 
counting.

I have had seven tests all negative and now with this new strain I am having to 
undergo tests weekly. I hope I can save a life with this note on Cocunut Oil 
thanks to Goa Today for the Reminder and Goanet for passing on this message.

Next Month February 21st will be the 21st day of the second month of the 21 
year of the 21st century and someones birthday  with the help of technology and 
multimedia lets get together in our global village and party see U tube and 
Facrbook for examples

World Goa Day oct 2020

Norman Cardozo Tributes and Christmas Show

Silver L Lining with Tamara  Roy Gavin New Years Party

Soul Fry. Jazz Goa

Someone to Coordinate  please let me know.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

211 January 2021.

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com.



 

[Goanet] Factors leading to mass migration of Goans to the UK? Response to Gaby Menezes by Melvyn Fernandes

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Thank you Gabe for sharing the Heraldo Article

Factors leading to mass migration of Goans to the UK?

May I add to the splendid essay in Heraldo Sunday 3 January on Factors leading 
to Mass Migration of Goans  I have to agree with the honesty of the last 
paragraph “ Now, the well-informed Goan would have to think harder and reason 
out a little more comprehensively before choosing to surrender his Indian 
citizenship in exchange for a Portuguese passport, given that the UK is no 
longer a part of the EU. “

Money Speaks

It is tearful to observe the migration of our people in recent years leave 
their Villas in the Sun  and Ration Cards to live in shared rented 
accommodation as second class citizens in England. Over a hundred years ago, my 
grandparents went to East Africa on Portuguese Travel Documents.  It was a time 
when Crab Mentality saved lives. Let me explain when our Portuguese Educated 
People Oiled the Colonial Administrative system in East Africa our Indian 
Cousins were quite happy in their own community opening up shops and trading in 
towns.   The Goans on the other hand for an extra rupee were happy to venture 
into the jungle where others preferred not to for fear of disease and  being 
eaten by wild animals or even attacked by natives.  The Crab Mentality must 
have saved many lives as very few funerals were recorded.  Statistics are 
important, perhaps the NRI office of Goa State can give us a figure of deceased 
fellow Goans brought back to Goa for Burial  from the United Kingdom with or 
without the assistance of the 6 Trustees of Goan Welfare Society UK who  have 
spent GBP 104,627 of donated money in the last five years.   Goan Welfare 
Society UK based in Cranford and can be found on the website of GOAUK.COM.

Mother Goa has always welcomed her children and grandchildren back, the 
Government of India through the OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) gives a 
facility for everyone to connect with their ancestral land however on arrival 
most talk of being  ripped off never to return again that’s another story. 
There is a big wide world to go to.

May I draw your attention to the following observations on a Webinar Goans in 
Britain Part of South Asian Heritage Month.. Your comments will be most welcome.

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com mailto:melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

6th January 2021.

Subject: UK: Zoom Webinar Goans in Britain Part of South Asian Heritage Month 
18 August 2020 – Observations by Rose Fernandes

UK: Zoom Webinar Goans in Britain Part of South Asian Heritage Month

18 August 2020 – Observations by Rose Fernandes

See link below: (cut and paste on browser if link does not open)

https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=326123572085779=watch_permalink

In his opening address, Ravi Vaz (from minute 3.34) spoke of “food parcels to 
600 families in the UK” and Suella Braverman (minute 7.13) thanked Ravi and his 
team for the “6,000 food parcels through volunteer’s effort”.   These two 
unverified statements clearly indicate that with the current coronavirus 
pandemic, at least for some families that have come from Goa or other parts of 
the world and made UK their home, the dream is fast turning into the sad 
reality of “Breadline Britain”.

Dr Stella Mascarenhas-Keyes outlined two reasons for the 21st century migration 
of Goans, through the Portuguese passport, to Britain.   Firstly, the opening 
of the border between Goa and the rest of India resulting in free movement of 
labour causing a “competition for jobs” in Goa.   Secondly, the local Goan 
observing the spending power by visitors coming from abroad, a visual sign that 
people who have ventured abroad had made and were making it “big”.   However, I 
find this quite the reverse speaking to my circle of friends, the 21st century 
Goan migration also consists of Catholic Goans who have left well paid and 
secure jobs in Goa coupled with a wonderful lifestyle, and headed for the UK.   
In fact, just the other day, one of our friends announced that he was leaving 
his big “villa in the sun” in Goa and heading to the UK where, I assured him, 
there was no hope at all of him having an equivalent lifestyle here and 
definitely not the same sized property!   At best, one room in a shared house.  
 So are the real reasons for Goans coming to the UK more complex, are they 
multiple faceted, do we have to dig deeper for the truth and is there any hope 
of finding it?

Turning to the “competition for jobs” did those who migrated to the UK really 
think there was no local competition in the UK for jobs?   Or were they 
prepared to do jobs no one wanted to do in the UK?

The coronavirus pandemic has certainly put things in perspective in UK and Goa. 
  Fast forward to August 2020 in Goa Today for the life of cross border 
migrants captured in a short film “Trapped in Paradise” These people came to 
fill the void left by the 21st Century Catholic Goans, click link below: 

[Goanet] UK: BBC Asain Network looking for new presenters

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: BBC Asain Network looking for new presenters

Courtesy of Asain voice closing date  Midnight 24 January 2021.

The BBC Asian Network has launched a talent search for new presenters and is 
looking for new voices who “ live and Breathe British Asain Culture” Applicants 
and Candidates are expected to have a passion for reporting on Music, Current 
Affairs and Entertainment.

The search focusses on applicants whose strengths lie in  presenting and on 
those who have strong foothold on music, entertainment, Social media and 
celebrity gossip.But they are also welcoming applications from people with and 
without Radio Experience

The station plans to whittle the applicants down to a final twelve who will 
then host four two hour Sunday Shows each between March 2021 and February 2022.

Ahmed Hussain Head of BBC Asain Network, said, “Asain Network is all about your 
voice  and I am excited to hear from the next generation of presenters from 
across the uk.This os a chance to represent what you are really all about and 
what you can bring to the Asian Network. We have created a brand new two hour 
slot on Sundays to ensure that we give the best opportunities to our stars of 
tomorrow.The great thing about this os that you don’t even need previous Radio 
Experience”

Applications are now open via Uploader on the BBC Asian Network Website and 
will close at midnight on 24 January 2021

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

6 January 2021

[Goanet] Fwd: Pilots of the Airwaves - Boarding

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> -- Forwarded message -
> From: MELVYN FERNANDES  mailto:melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com >
> Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2020 at 17:35
> Subject: Pilots of the Airwaves - Boarding
> To: MELVYN FERNANDES < mel...@symtravels.com mailto:mel...@symtravels.com 
> >
> 
> 
> 
> Pilots of the Airwaves –Boarding
> 
> Click on Links for Information.
> 
> Gate one :Tatun (Babli)) Dsouza – Goa
> 
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3p7pe--gohA
> 
> Gate Two: Roque Vaz – Southampton
> 
> 
> https://www.facebook.com/groups/200385910163693
> 
> Gate Three :Frankey Fernandes – Melbourne
> 
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFVqlYLdVGE
> 
> Gate Four :Norman Cardozo – Goa
> 
> https://youtube.com/channel/UC9JMv_oqunqcDCEziaVUe7A 
> https://youtube.com/channel/UC9JMv_oqunqcDCEziaVUe7A?fbclid=IwAR2XQKyShQpDX8z_zDQ6BIpMXfG62DBWJ5TNh70ZExhDV35zntteaxcRj7E
> 
> Have a peaceful Christmas.
> 
> Melvyn Fernandes
> 
> ThorntonHeath Surrey England
> 
> 21 December 2020   
> 
> 
> 
>  http://www.symtravels.co.uk
> 
> 
>  http://www.symtravels.co.uk
> 

[Goanet] Season of Goodwill Pilots of the Airwaves welcome you aboard Daily Fri and 26 December

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 Season of Goodwill Pilots  of the Airwaves  welcome you aboard  Daily Every  
Friday and 26th December the day after the Big Day  for  Boxing day gifts of 
music and Joy.Do not be afraid to join in these family friendly showstoppers.

This communication will hopefully reach parts of the world of sunshine and 
showers that others do not, so if you are the Lady from Panjim who works at the 
Jewellery Store in Alaska or the Goan Run Hotel in Madeira to the Bed and 
Breakfast in Rome feedback is important. Everyone please take some time and 
email me about the quality of Sound and Pictures at your Location.Thanking yiu 
in advance. Stay Safe

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

On Shore and Off Shore Fellow Guans around the World and Ships at Sea you are 
cordially invited to join our e Pilots of the Airwaves on Line and Digital 
devices


 Good Morning, Good Afternoon, Good Evening in your time zone. Please spare a 
thought for reflection in our unique year end 2020 and for the Bereaved also 
those who cannot join for whatever reason. I take this opportunity to invite 
all those in lockdown to unlock cheer up and breakout, be happy join volunteers 
to our Goan  world of  events with e Pilots of the Airwaves as they welcome you 
aboard with the best live and recorded joyful  presentations of our traditions 
Prayer and Family entertaining music brought to you and made possible  in our 
Global Digital Village  With Technology Instruments like  Facebook ,U Tube, 
Radio Ipad your Laptop Mobile/Cell phone , Smart TV. Even Alexa.


 Worldwide Index

1 – Radio Konkani Uloi London Fuloi –from Southampton.

2 – Media Celebrate Christmas with Tatum Dsouza (Bibli)

3-Media – Weekly Goa News in Konkani from Melbourne.

4-Media –Norman Cardozo Music Special 26 December.

Worldwide-1

Awaaz Radio 999.8fm  Scheduled Departure Fridays 6PM to 8pm UK Time. Goa Time 
from 10.30pm  Fridays for a unique non stop Europes only Radio show broadcast 
in Konkani .click link below

https://www.facebook.com/groups/200385910163693

Pilot RJ Roque Vaz Southampton England

Creative Director : Bihula Va

Projedt Director Ali Beg Awaaz

Konkani Radio Show ULOI London Fuloi Schudled facebook live Awaaz Radio 99.8 FM 
Southampton
Presents: various every week two hrs.


Worldwide - 2

– Celebrate Christmas – Tatun Dsouza

Christmas week celebrate Christmas learning  Konkani

Konkani is cool Eposide 10 –Click Link below Anytime u tube

If link does not open cut and paste on your browser.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B87ROWGuFWk


Worldwide 3

Konkani News published weekly from Melbourne, Australia. Hosted by Frankey 
Fernandes

Click link below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFVqlYLdVGE

** Worldwide  4

Facebook Live Norman Cardozo Musicc Boxing Day Saturday 26 December 2020  
Joyful Family Show

7.30 pm(IST) Indian Standard Time 1.30pm UK Time

Pilot Norman Cardozo (Nuvem) Goa

Assst Veloshka Da Costa and Camilo Fernandes

Click here-Sat 26 Dec (cut and paste on your browser if fails to open) 
Essential Family Viewing.

https://youtube.com/channel/UC9JMv_oqunqcDCEziaVUe7A 
https://youtube.com/channel/UC9JMv_oqunqcDCEziaVUe7A?fbclid=IwAR2XQKyShQpDX8z_zDQ6BIpMXfG62DBWJ5TNh70ZExhDV35zntteaxcRj7E

also here


https://www.facebook.com/normancardozomusic/ 
https://www.facebook.com/normancardozomusic/?__cft__%5b0%5d=AZVGQLLkk6-je1M5CxX38Fv3_QHoMZhz1rnsks-DJQyAGnVU0nbeNODEaYEStR_mRZSKFjL10g5t7Jj51opnMUFOdpYY7fClhSe536_6fmhmdOURVxOaLv3QN9BqS150M9kOucQ24OkVl-mgbeGR5xjx&__tn__=kK-R
 
https://www.facebook.com/normancardozomusic/?__cft__%5b0%5d=AZVGQLLkk6-je1M5CxX38Fv3_QHoMZhz1rnsks-DJQyAGnVU0nbeNODEaYEStR_mRZSKFjL10g5t7Jj51opnMUFOdpYY7fClhSe536_6fmhmdOURVxOaLv3QN9BqS150M9kOucQ24OkVl-mgbeGR5xjx&__tn__=kK-R

Pump up the Volume and Enjoy a Salad bowl of Joy ,music and Tradition brought 
to you by mostly volunteers.Please share with family and friends. Stay safe.

Have a Good Christmas and New Year


Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

20 December 2020

[Goanet] On Shore and Off Shore Fellow Guans around the World Join our e Pilots of theAirwaves on Friday 4th Decenber and Saturday 26 December 2020

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

On Shore and Off Shore Fellow  Guans around the World Join our  e Pilots of 
theAirwaves on Friday 4th Decenber and   Saturday 26 December 2020

On  Shore anf Off Shore fellow  Goans  now on line and mobile  Good Morning, 
Good Afternoon, Good Evening in your time zone. Please  spare a thought for 
reflection in our unique   year end 2020 and for the Bereaved also those who 
cannot join for whatever reason. I take this opportunity to  invite all those 
in lockdown to  Cheer up  and Breakout , be happy join volunteersto the 
world events with e Pilots of the Airwaves as they   welcome you aboard   with 
the  best live  and recorded  presentations  of our traditions  Prayer and 
Family entertaining  music made possible in our Global Digital Village  through 
  Facebook ,Radio Ipad  your Laptop Mobile/Cell phone and Smart TV

 Current  Scheduled  Events are  on Friday 4th December (6 TO 8PM) UK Time and 
on Boxing Day 26 December  7.30 Indiaan Standard Time.with the musical gifts of 
the super talented. Do participate and Sing along boxing day will never be the 
same again.

Friday 4th December  Show no 89 Scheduled Departure Fridays 6PM to 8pm

Pilot  RJ  Roque Vaz  Southampton England

Asst: Bihula Vaz

Konkani Radio Show  ULOI London Fuloi Schudled facebook live Awaaz Radio 99.8 
FM Southampton

Presents Goencho Saib St Francis Xavier

Click here – Fri 4 Dec

https://www.facebook.com/groups/200385910163693

Facebuuk Live Norman Cardozo Musicc Boxing Day  Saturday 26 December 2020

7.30 pm(IST) Indian Standard Time  1.30pm UK Time

Pilot Norman Cardozo (Nuvem) Goa

Assst’ Veloshka Da Costa and  Camilo Fernandes

Click here-Sat 26 Dec

https://www.facebook.com/normancardozomusic/ 
https://www.facebook.com/normancardozomusic/?__cft__%5b0%5d=AZVGQLLkk6-je1M5CxX38Fv3_QHoMZhz1rnsks-DJQyAGnVU0nbeNODEaYEStR_mRZSKFjL10g5t7Jj51opnMUFOdpYY7fClhSe536_6fmhmdOURVxOaLv3QN9BqS150M9kOucQ24OkVl-mgbeGR5xjx&__tn__=kK-R

Pump up the Volume and Enjoy a Salad bowl of music  and Tradition brought to 
you by mostly volunteers.Please dhare with family and friends. Stay safe.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

30 November 2020

[Goanet] Help me understand and Compile the RPI (Rice Price Index0

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 
reason  to Celebrate.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath

Surrey

29 October 2020

[Goanet] Corona Virus 19- Goa a Short Documentary on Food for those Trapped in Paradise

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Corona Virus 19- Goa a Short Documentary on Food for those Trapped in Paradise.

Allow me to share with you a short windswept sub titled documentary “Trapped in 
Paradise” by Living Heritage Foundation dedicated to those who stood up and 
showed us what it means to be human, special appreciation to the burnt out 
Self-Funding and amazing Goa Citizen driven volunteers looking after abandoned 
migrant workers from other states of India seeking employment and Trapped in 
Goa due to lockdown and unable to return to their homes some over 2,000 km away.

Since March 2020 there are scenes of amazing  hands on volunteers  in  Arpora  
Bambolim, Candolim Sangolda, Saligao Mapusa there were also others like Freedom 
Holidays whose offices in Patto near Panjim Main Bus Stand distributing dry 
food products to sustain the hungry awaiting their journey as far as Nepal.

If you or someone you know needs employment call Goa Humanitarian Helpline +91 
80471 92600 open every dayk from 9am to 6pm

When fundraising for good causes spare a thought to support Goa Humanitarian 
Helpline

Contact Phone +91 98206 05092.Email. goahumanitari...@gmail.com 
mailto:goahumanitari...@gmail.com

Volounteers are invited to collect a personal face mask from Freedom Holidays  
3rd Floor, Patto Centre Building, No.6, Panaji, Goa 403001, India Phone 
https://www.google.com/search?safe=active=firefox-b-d=freedom+holidays+panaji+phone=6897719548449220157=X=2ahUKEwjk3--17K7rAhV3QEEAHWcnBfUQ6BMwHXoECCEQBQ
 : +91 832 243 8320 (Limited Stock)

Stay Safe with best regards from

mel...@symtravels.com

Click here for documentary with subtitles 20 mins

https://shorted.in/short-films/trapped-in-paradise-goa-coronavirus

[Goanet] UK: Zoom Webinar Goans in Britain Part of South Asian Heritage Month 18 August 2020 – Observations by Rose Fernandes

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: Zoom Webinar Goans in Britain Part of South Asian Heritage Month

18 August 2020 – Observations by Rose Fernandes

In his opening address, Ravi Vaz (from minute 3.34) spoke of “food parcels to 
600 families in the UK” and Suella Braverman (minute 7.13) thanked Ravi and his 
team for the “6,000 food parcels through volunteer’s effort”.   These two 
unverified statements clearly indicate that with the current coronavirus 
pandemic, at least for some families that have come from Goa or other parts of 
the world and made UK their home, the dream is fast turning into the sad 
reality of “Breadline Britain”.

Dr Stella Mascarenhas-Keyes outlined two reasons for the 21st century migration 
of Goans, through the Portuguese passport, to Britain.   Firstly, the opening 
of the border between Goa and the rest of India resulting in free movement of 
labour causing a “competition for jobs” in Goa.   Secondly, the local Goan 
observing the spending power by visitors coming from abroad, a visual sign that 
people who have ventured abroad had made and were making it “big”.   However, I 
find this quite the reverse speaking to my circle of friends, the 21st century 
Goan migration also consists of Catholic Goans who have left well paid and 
secure jobs in Goa coupled with a wonderful lifestyle, and headed for the UK.   
In fact, just the other day, one of our friends announced that he was leaving 
his big “villa in the sun” in Goa and heading to the UK where, I assured him, 
there was no hope at all of him having an equivalent lifestyle here and 
definitely not the same sized property!   At best, one room in a shared house.  
 So are the real reasons for Goans coming to the UK more complex, are they 
multiple faceted, do we have to dig deeper for the truth and is there any hope 
of finding it?

Turning to the “competition for jobs” did those who migrated to the UK really 
think there was no local competition in the UK for jobs?   Or were they 
prepared to do jobs no one wanted to do in the UK?

The coronavirus pandemic has certainly put things in perspective in UK and Goa. 
  Fast forward to August 2020 in Goa Today for the life of cross border 
migrants captured in a short film “Trapped in Paradise” These people came to 
fill the void left by the 21st Century Catholic Goans, click link below: 

https://shorted.in/short-films/trapped-in-paradise-goa-coronavirus

As a 20th Century Goan, when I first came into this country there was an 
advertisement “Happiness is a Cigar called Hamlet”.   My observations of 21st 
Century Goans are that they are no longer content with their previous lifestyle 
of rice, curry and fish.   Instead “Happiness is a watch called Rolex” or 
“Happiness is a car called Rolls Royce”, while some people are still dreaming 
of their first second hand Mercedes Benz parked outside.  Status is more 
important in Goa than in the UK hence the need to acquire and “flash their 
cash” by any means possible.  

Rose Fernandes

Thornton Heath

Surrey

20 August 2020

[Goanet] UK: Zoom Webinar Goans in Britain Part of South Asian Heritage Month 18 August 2020

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: Zoom Webinar Goans in Britain  Part of South Asian Heritage Month 18 August 
2020

This  Webinar beautifully brings to life  the true story of 20 th Century  Goan 
Catholics in Britain who having oiled the Colonial Admonition In East Africa 
found refuge in Britain and the world beyond . A community always  has its 
heartbeat on Goa wherever they live in our Global Village on Planet Earth..

Please take a seat allow at least an hour to view and hear the talk from two of 
our academics arranged by the Goan Association UK

Click Here

https://www.facebook.com/southasianheritagemonth/videos/326123572085779

Speakers: Mr Ravi Vaz President Goan Association UK

Rt Hon Suella Braveman QC MP Attorney General United Kingdom

Dr Stella Mascarenhas – Keys. Social Scientist= Author of Colonialism, 
Migration and the International Catholic  Goan Community.

For a  Free copy of Dr Stella's eBook Colonialism, Migration and the
International Catholic Goan Community, email goa1...@gmail.com 
mailto:goa1...@gmail.com or
WhatsApp +91-9822122436 with PLS SEND CMICGC at the top of your message.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

19 August 2020

[Goanet] Puppies for Adoption Benaulim Goa

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Puppies for Adoption Benaulim Goa

HI

Click here

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Remember us Itsy,Teeny and Bitsy three of five sisters in Benaulim  looking for 
adoption Winny and Ginny have found themselves a home in Chandor and Margao. We 
were born in the compound at the residence of Joe and Linda Rebello who have 
looked after us since the Lockdown. We have been injected for rabies understand 
Konkani and English and are house trained we are concerned that we will have to 
fend for ourselves as Joe and Linda return when  flights resume .Please try and 
assist with friends and relations in Goa to find us a home.

Thanking you in advance for your efforts, we are still puppies looking for a 
miracle. Contact Joe and Linda on 0091 74997 02638. For information and any 
assistance you can offer.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

2 August 2020

[Goanet] Revised Goan Chefs on British Television - Bake off Finals 2020

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Admin


Please Delete Earlier sent today version as my e mail was compromised

Melvyn

post this revised version instead sorry for the inconvenience



Revised Goan Chefs on British Television - Bake off Finals 2020

To create a banquet fit for a King and Queen and feed 80 people with stopclock 
pressure.

Are you a pastry chef, chocolatier or patisserie chef by trade, and want to 
test your skills against the very best in the business? Apply now to Channel 4 
British Television Bake Off the Professionals or forever hold your peace.   
Clanny Rodrigues from Ponda and Ryan Pinheiro from Louitalim in Goa State in 
India did just that representing the Ivy, a very high end five star Gold award 
restaurant, with many celebrities as patrons in London, England.   The 
restaurant serves British and International dishes.

After nine gruelling episodes, Clanny and Ryan, on Tuesday 28 July 2020, centre 
staged Cuisine from Goa, a little dot on the map to a worldwide audience, as 
they were tasked with creating a banquet fit for a King and Queen and enough 
for 80 people.   The pressure was on them, with their theme “ a day in the 
countryside”.  Theit final  presentation was a Goan Boater style beach hat with 
intricate Raffia style  design woven in chocolate complete with a hatpin made 
up of  what looked like a display of lily and lialac.  The sweet was Pyramid 
shaped bite size portions of Bebinca garnished  with Cashew and Cinnamon Barfi 
sitting on Jelabi.   The centrepiece was a peacock, the National Bird of India.

We all 2.75 million viewers on multiple screen viewing  platforms such as 
television computers and smartphones in UK and around the world missed a 
heartbeat along with Covid 19 survivor Matilda Sequeira when disaster struck in 
the final minutes capturing the moment the centre piece sugar coated wing of 
the peacock fell off.   Said it gave her memories of her younger days.

Click Here or paste on browser if link fails to open

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Photo Credit Matilda Sequeira, (Viewing figures from Broadcasting Audience 
Research Board –BARD)

Another Viewer Sharon Pinto commented” it was interesting none were British in 
the final, but the contestants had to wow the judges to get to where they were, 
she also commented on how she missed her mums very nice bebinca.

Viewers also noticed Ryan’s perfect pyramid shaped bebinca it was good to hear 
he was using his mums recipe.   Must have made her and indeed whole of Goa and 
Niz Goykars around the world  very proud to see this product in the Finals.

May I take this opportunity to thank Café Heraldo and Lens man Lui Godinho now 
based in London for the tribute and close up picture of the cake.

Click Here

https://www.heraldgoa.in/Cafe/Goans-do-themselves-proud-in-the-finals/163577

There is a Hollywood/Bollywood style video tribute to stars Clanny and Ryan, 
apologies I do not have details of the Musicians and Singer.

Thank you anyway

Today 1 lAugust I hear there has been a tradition in Goa  brought down fron 
generations to eat jaggery and Coconut the first thing in the morning it keeps 
sickness at bay.

On 19/20 August World Goa Day, share with us the celebration of your heritage 
with men in the kitchen preparing a small family Banquet – not just for 
Christmas.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

1 August 2020

[Goanet] Goan Chefs on British Television - Bake off Finals 2020

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Goan Chefs on British Television - Bake off Finals 2020

To create a banquet fit for a King and Queen and feed 80 people with stopclock 
pressure.

Are you a pastry chef, chocolatier or patisserie chef by trade, and want to 
test your skills against the very best in the business? Apply now to Channel 4 
British Television Bake Off the Professionals or forever hold your peace.   
Clanny Rodrigues from Ponda and Ryan Pinheiro from Louitalim in Goa State in 
India did just that representing the Ivy, a very high end five star Gold award 
restaurant, with many celebrities as patrons in London, England.   The 
restaurant serves British and International dishes.

After nine gruelling episodes, Clanny and Ryan, on Tuesday 28 July 2020, centre 
staged Cuisine from Goa, a little dot on the map to a worldwide audience, as 
they were tasked with creating a banquet fit for a King and Queen and enough 
for 80 people.   The pressure was on them, with their theme “ a day in the 
countryside”.  Theit final  presentation was a Goan Boater style beach hat with 
intricate Raffia style  design woven in chocolate complete with a hatpin made 
up of  what looked like a display of lily and lialac.  The sweet was Pyramid 
shaped bite size portions of Bebinca garnished  with Cashew and Cinnamon Barfi 
sitting on Jelabi.   The centrepiece was a peacock, the National Bird of India.

We all 2.75 million viewers on multiple screen viewing  platforms such as 
television computers and smartphones in UK and around the world missed a 
heartbeat along with Covid 19 survivor Matilda Sequeira when disaster struck in 
the final minutes capturing the moment the centre piece sugar coated wing of 
the peacock fell off.   Said it gave her memories of her younger days.

Click Here or paste on browser if link fails to open

https://mail2.virginmedia.com/appsuite/#!!=io.ox/mail=flhawlw01QOKSZ 
https://mail2.virginmedia.com/appsuite/#!!=io.ox/mail=flhawlw01QOKSZ

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Photo Credit Matilda Sequeira, (Viewing figures from Broadcasting Audience 
Research Board –BARD)

Another Viewer Sharon Pinto commented” it was interesting none were British in 
the final, but the contestants had to wow the judges to get to where they were, 
she also commented on how she missed her mums very nice bebinca.

Viewers also noticed Ryan’s perfect pyramid shaped bebinca it was good to hear 
he was using his mums recipe.   Must have made her and indeed whole of Goa and 
Niz Goykars around the world very proud to see this product in the Finals.

May I take this opportunity to thank Café Heraldo and Lens man Lui Godinho now 
based in London for the tribute and close up picture of the cake.

Click Here

https://www.heraldgoa.in/Cafe/Goans-do-themselves-proud-in-the-finals/163577

There is a Hollywood/Bollywood style video tribute to stars Clanny and Ryan, 
apologies I do not have details of the Musicians and Singer.

Thank you anyway


Today 1 August I hear there has been a tradition in Goa  brought down fron 
generations to eat jaggery and Coconut the first thing in the morning it keeps 
sickness at bay.


On 19/20 August World Goa Day, share with us the celebration of your heritage 
with men in the kitchen preparing a small family Banquet – not just for 
Christmas.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

1 August 2020

[Goanet] IN APPRECIATION - GOAN INSTITUTE NAIROBI 115th ANNIVERSARY

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 to 
turn your dreams into a career”.

Looking to the future, “taking care of the environment” was being progressed 
through a programme of recycling, security was being stepped up and sponsorship 
and mentoring to connect with the youth was being developed.

The last line of the video brought the all important message our community 
around the world can aspire to “it is important we stay together”.

When I arrived in the UK in December 1974, we did see the importance of staying 
together and much of what was achieved by the Nairobi Institute was being 
replicated here.Sadly  on 21 September 1998  I got a telephone call at 
2.00am in the morning from the late Norton Antao saying that our Clubhouse at 
Ravensbourne in Kent was on fire, I replied good and hoped that the evil 
buzzing around it burnt with it . The building burnt to cinders however the 
evil survived and is still with us today.   We are thankful that the then 
President Mr Cecil Pereira who came face to face with the muzunju arsonists was 
not injured. This was the start when the ethos and ideals of the East African 
Goan was eroded . Today in 2020, twenty years after the millennium, we are 
still homeless with our young people not knowing whether they are coming or 
going.  In my opinion, today nothing of this is left, progress to keep the 
community together has ground to a halt, most of the disorganised functions  by 
Goan Association UK are poorly attended and have been running at a loss over 
the last ten years, even the Intellectual property, the Logo, was defaced at 
the 50th Anniversary in 2016.

I am thankful for the presence of the remaining properly run Goan and Village 
Organisations when celebrating their feast and events which give our people of 
all generations the opportunity to Pray together, meet and greet, dine and 
dance to our musicians playing.  This is the only glimmer of hope we have of 
keeping the next generation “together”.

On 29 October 2011, a training session was held at the Indian YMCA in  London 
to video the oral history of East African Goans.  This Project was  funded by 
the National Lottery with a grant to the G.O.A. UK.  In my opinion, the final 
product painted a distorted picture of our life in East Africa (by people who 
never lived there).   The GI Nairobi 115 Anniversary video is spot on and puts 
a right “spotlight” on how things were so, once again, thanks for sharing.

Former Tanzania Resident Lui Godinho informs the Dar es Salaam Goan Institute 
celebrated its 100 Anniversary, the  building in the then German East African 
Colony  was designed by the late Architect Tony Almeida with a floating dance 
floor amongst its many features,  A documentary in Portuguese is being 
commissioned by  RTP Lisbon. Well done and thank you to our creative and 
enterprising people in East Africa.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath

Surrey

26 July 2020

[Goanet] UK Tuesday 28 July Goan Chefs on British Television 20:00 -21.00 Bake off Finals.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK Tuesday 28 July Goan  Chefs on British Television 20:00 -21.00 Bake off 
Finals.

Let us  congratulate   and  cheer Chefs Clanny Rodrigues and Ryan Pinheiro for 
reaching the nail biting finals in professional bake off competition on British 
Television Channel 4 Tuesday 28 July 20:00 to 21:00

In this competition the judges have a secret recipe and under extreme pressure 
within a given time   teams of professional pastry Chefs representing high end 
institutions in the UK take part where they are expected to turn ordinary 
patisserie and desserts into masterpieces. There is no cash prize.

Clanny and Ryan represent the Ivy  To watch their performance online go to

https://www.channel4.com/programmes/bake-off-the-professionals 
https://www.channel4.com/programmes/bake-off-the-professionals%20

 Local Time  Tuesday 28 July 2020

London UK 20.00

Lisbon 20.00

Frankfurt 21.00

Panjim 00.30

New York 15.00

Sydney 05.00

Brisbane 05.00

Melbourne 05.00

Auckland 07.00

Nairobi 22.00

Singapore 03.00

Dubai 23.00

Toronto15.00

Vancouver 12.00

Los Angeles12.00

Oslo 21.00

Paris 21.00

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

24 July 2020

[Goanet] Goa has always welcomed its Children and Grand Children Home sadly its great grandchildren cannot wait to leave.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Goa has always welcomed its Children and Grand Children Home sadly its great 
grandchildren cannot  wait to leave.

Even before the millennium twenty years ago the grass suddenly became greener 
in different Goan settlements in most parts of the world making it desirable 
for our younger people to leave the soil of Goa to seek their fortune leaving a 
void  authentic food being one of them.

Goa has in its own unique tradition has the best food in the world garnished 
with good music. This can be sampled at The Mandovi in Los Angeles  Ca USA  
Cajetan Mendoncas  Saffron Spice in Rayner Valley  Seattle  Wa USA . Goa Indian 
Farm kitchen Bayview Avenue N york Toronto  Savio Azavedo ye olde Goa in 
Norbury England  for Lamb curry with Jaggery  If there was an award for the 
best samosa this would go to Rose Dias in Bexleyheath. Our people in  the Goan 
settlements of Vancover and Nairobi Arusha Southall Swindon  have private 
caterers of Goan Cusine.Apologies to those I have missed out let us know on 
Goanet before World Goa Day August 19/20 so that we can all celebrate our 
Heritage. Goanet reaches  our people in parts of the world that others do not 
reach.

Folks returning to Goa  should be embraced and assimilated not rehabilitees as 
announced by the NRI Office. Most will have skills never utilised by the super 
clever  in Goa. Seafarers sailing the seven seas have been ambassadors for Goa 
centre staging Goan Cosine along with other International dishes enjoyed by a  
Global multicultural audience of three to four thousand people  at a time on 
cruise liners  who someday may come to Goa for the experience. Welcome and come 
again.

True there are many places in the world that can be more economical cleaner and 
pleasant to visit. Goa has everything from the harvest of the sea and land to 
sunshine and rain whatever your mood in addition to folks coming home with 
various skills manners and working criteria  that could create sustained 
employment and dignity for all.

There are individuals and organisations working on ensuring this human capital 
is not wasted. One of them is  Basil D’Cunha a career guidance counsellor has  
sent out a message across Goa announcing that training would be imparted in 
seven areas. Contact Basil for further details co o Heraldo edition July 9th 
2020 page no 11

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

9 July 2020

[Goanet] 퐏퐡퐚퐬퐞 ퟒ 퐕퐚퐧퐝퐞퐁퐡퐚퐫퐚퐭 퐀퐢퐫 퐈퐧퐝퐢퐚 퐃퐚퐭퐞 14 July LHR-BOM=GOA

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퐏퐡퐚퐬퐞 ퟒ 퐕퐚퐧퐝퐞퐁퐡퐚퐫퐚퐭 퐀퐢퐫 퐈퐧퐝퐢퐚 퐃퐚퐭퐞퐬

One direct flight 홐홆 - 혽홤홢 -홂홤홖 has been authorised on 14th of July.

Hopefully the booking will start from Monday.

Please share with all those who are planning an emergency trip to India.

Conditions apply

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

27 June 2020

[Goanet] Back to School 2020 revision on Observations of Goan Welfare Society (GWS) UK

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

come

Spending

31 December 2018

£  27,440

£  38,151

31 December 2017

£  66,781

£  35,211

31 December 2016

£233,309

£  12,346

31 December 2015

£  21,691

£  16,246

31 December 2014

£  11,201

£2,673

Total

£360,422

£104,627

With  UK Funeral arrangements now a growing industry GWS must be commended for 
their arrangements of cost effective fixed costs repatriations of deceased 
Goans  from UK to their families in Goa in 2018 at a fixed cost of GBP2,100.00 
on average while burial costs in UK is around GBP4,600.00 our people are always 
looking for cheaper initiatives. The only criteria is that you have a 
Portuguese Passport and claim to have no money.

Despite having a guide price, it is not unusual on the death of the newly 
arrived specially a Portuguese National of Goan origin to see appeals of even 
higher sums on social media by individuals. Is this in desperation due to high 
levels of rejection for Money assistance by GWS and G.O.A. UK  or is begging by 
individuals more lucrative feeding on the goodwill of others?

Mismanagement in any organisation are like weeds in a garden left unchecked 
they will destroy the garden and the fields beyond.  Good management is 
required for any organisation to grow and flourish.

I can remember attending the inauguration of the Goan Welfare Society by the 
Late Mani Rodrigues at a facility by the then Newham Goan Circle with its 
constitution in a light avocado green cover.   Today people remind me that I 
spent over 40 years of my life on voluntary unpaid work for the Goan 
Association UK and turn to me, what is going on?  I ask them to contact the 
Goan Welfare Society, they say they have done so but received no response.

Any reader concerned about this organisation and has not had a reply to their 
enquiry should feel free to contact the Fundraising Regulator address below. 
The contents of this letter is personal not confidential and should not be used 
as any authority.

Fundraising Regulator 2nd Floor, CAN Mezzanine 49-51 East Road London, N1 6AH

0300 999 3407

ad...@fundraisingregulator.org.uk mailto:ad...@fundraisingregulator.org.uk

Melvyn Fernandes

Former Welfare Director G.O.A. UK Ltd.

27 June 2020

[Goanet] Fwd: Fw: Fwd: Half Term report on Observations of Goan Welfare So

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From: MELVYN FERNANDES 
To: iggydesouz...@gmail.com
Date: 17 June 2020 at 06:01
Subject: Fwd: Fw: Fwd: Half Term report on Observations of Goan Welfare So



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From: Joseph Rebello 
To: Melvyn Fernandes 
Date: 17 June 2020 at 05:34
Subject: Fw: Fwd: Half Term report on Observations of Goan Welfare So

The Only Thing that is necessary for the Triumph of Evil to succeed is for Good 
Goenkars do sit in Silence and do nothing about this constant Appeals by the 
Goan Welfare Society without Let or Hindrance despite having enough funds to 
have 35 New Year's Eve Balls.

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From: MELVYN FERNANDES 
To: goanet 
Date: 13 June 2020 at 22:38
Subject: Half Term report on Observations of Goan Welfare Society (GWS) in the 
UK


Half Term report on Observations of Goan Welfare Society (GWS) in the UK

A post holder of a Charity is called a Trustee.

The Goan Welfare Society charity no 280542 has no Staff since1983 hence the 
money you contribute is held in Trust by the trustees and disbursed at their 
discretion, you have no say in the matter and the Dead cannot speak. So to the 
gullible, continue to put your hands in your pocket and donate to the appeal 
which appeared on Goan Voice UK by unelected Trustees on which I can only 
describe as take, take any which way they can this time under cover of Covid 19.

If you agree, GWS and G.O.A. UK are both sides of the same coin same people 
different hats who I have observed over a decade the unchecked hijacking and 
thrashing of the Goan Association UK ever since our Clubhouse at Ravensbourne, 
Kent was burnt to cinders in the fire on 21 September 1998. As can be seen by 
everyone, our community is still homeless and our youth do not know whether 
they are coming or going.

At a Goan Village Feast a couple of years ago, the Trustees Report of the Goan 
Welfare Society was scattered on tables so I picked one up.  This was for the 
Financial Year ended 31 December 2016 and was drawn up for their Annual General 
Meeting 2017.   This report did not indicate date, venue or how many members 
attended.   The report stated “I would like to highlight the generous legacy 
left to GWS by Antoinette De Souza and this source of income has brought us a 
total of £212,500.00 in 2016”.   I have also heard on the Goan grapevine that 
other sizable donations from deceased Goans from their estate have been made.   
Goan Welfare Society also raises money from its annual fundraising New Year’s 
dance every year in premium price ticket sales, revenue from the bar and 
catering, raffles, sales of party hats, etc. where our community part money in 
good faith, in addition to sobbing letters with crocodile tears to the bereaved,

The distributing of the Goan Welfare Society Trustees Annual General Meeting 
2017 at Goan village feast socials, is I wonder another  fund raising campaign  
to capture the feel good factor at village feasts  to instruct their respective 
Annual General Meetings held on feast days to donate bos festas?

In view of the above, I noted in Goan Voice dated 2 June 2020 that a further 
appeal was made for funds, this time under cover of Covid 19 by the  Goan 
Welfare Society UK.   In this appeal it states that “as required by the Charity 
Commission, the Charity has to operate as an autonomous body with its own 
membership and raising its own funds” I was indeed delighted to see the audited 
accounts with a healthy balance sheet for the year ending 2018

With a balance of GBP£ 260,000.00 in GWS coffers, I am concerned that continual 
appeals are made for money this time under cover of Covid 19. 

Readers may be interested to click on the link below to see the latest 
financial summary:

Cut and paste on your browser if link does not open

https://beta.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=280542=0

Financial Year End (FYE)

Income

Spending

31 December 2018

£  27,440

£  38,151

31 December 2017

£  66,781

£  35,211

31 December 2016

£233,309

£  12,346

31 December 2015

£  21,691

£  16,246

31 December 2014

£  11,201

£2,673

Total

£360,422

£104,627

With  UK Funeral arrangements now an industry GWS must be commended for their 
arrangements of cost effective fixed costs repatriations of deceased Goans  
from UK to their families in Goa in 2018  at a fixed cost of GBP2,100.00 on 
average while burial costs in UK is around GBP4,600.00 our people are always 
looking for cheaper initiatives. The only criteria is that you have a 
Portuguese Passport and claim to hav

[Goanet] UK Goans taking the Bread out of Breadline Britain under cover of Covid 19

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

l.

Part of the day job is to support people struggling with mental health 
difficulties and as a direct result of Covid 19  the teams are facing increased 
demands on their time so they are looking at ways they can secure funding to 
recruit additional staff.

Touchstone have opened a donation page so that if you want and can help please 
follow the link

Click below

https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-portal/fundraiserPage?pageId=1169266

Time is precious it’s how it’s used that matters I know we all have better 
things to do if only you can stop and do things better what a wonderful world 
we could be.

The contents of this post is Personal and should not be taken as any authority. 
For Information I am copying in The Goan and media to avoid any misinformation 
in future.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

9 May 2020

[Goanet] UK: Good and Sad News – Coronavirus number 19

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: Good and Sad News – Coronavirus number 19

Having always maintained that the cream of Goa is in Goa. on Sunday 20 April 
2020 the team at Goa Medical College led by 58yr old Dr Edwin Gomes at the 
front line declared that Goa State was Covid -19 free, it is the first Indian 
state to do so.   Over our Global Village  there are professionals like Dr 
Edwin Gomes committed to bringing this pandemic to conclusion and we wish them 
every success.   In the UK human trials for the vaccine are expected to start 
this Thursday 23 April 2020.

In England, an extension of the lockdown for another three weeks has been 
announced and is enforced with heavy fines. Life as we know it has been totally 
disrupted with over 800 people dying during a 24 hour period in hospital, the 
current total being 17,337  including our people.   We are yet to be advised on 
the number who have died in our old age care homes or outside the hospital of 
Covid-19.   Our condolences to their families may their souls rest in peace.

When the pandemic first broke out, there was a rush for food in the London area 
and other parts of the UK ,resulting  in empty shelves and the shortage of food 
particularly milk, pasta, flour and other essential items.   There must have 
been a sigh of relief amongst greengrocers with the arrival of 28.95 tonnes of 
fruit and vegetables on 13 April ferried by Air India.  

With nearly all restaurants, pubs and coffee houses closed on government 
orders, food delivery wholesalers have had to diversify.   One such company is 
Natures Choice of Covent Garden featured in London Evening Standard of 2 April 
and Goan Voice UK. Its Commercial Director Vernon Mascarenhas ex Mombasa has 
seen a boom in their free home delivery service from 16 to more than 1000 a day 
in less than two weeks.  Facebook and Google are just two of the companies that 
have recommended the home delivery service to their employees. What: Fruit and 
veg boxes and £15 essentials boxes (eggs, milk, bread). Where: Across London. 
Check website for postcode radius area.

The  Goan Association in Swindon is voluntary collecting  donations of spare 
tinned long lasting & dry food which will be distributed to those in need. If 
you need or would like to donate food please contact.

Swindon Town Centre

Nelson:07922 211439 Imtiyaz:07894543786 Veena 07514 81

 Robert: 07448251648

Corsehill Vaddo

Richard:07725 837128  John 07404 781663

Rodbourne Vaddo

Val:07404 490437

Walcot Vaddo

Sheila: 07720 978510 Newton:07827 885628

>From Southampton listen in to  Live Broadcasts  from home to you by Presenters 
> Roque and Bihula Vaz Fridays 18:00 to 20:00  Europe’s Only Weekly  FM LIVE 
>Radio Broadcast ‘Konkani Uloi London Fuloi’ @ Awaaz Community Radio 99.8 FM 
>South also on on your Mobile Cell Phone  Laptop computer and other digital 
>devices. In Birmingham DAB Radio channel 9A



An undated letter from the  Board of The  Goan Association UK to our community  
has offered  Covid 19 food support  and informs that the need for assistance is 
greater than ever and have been working tirelessly on an initiative to purchase 
daily essentials to help those within our community. No matter how 
unpredictable the future feels, rest assured that the Goan Association will 
ensure that we do our best to assist.

In East London Ilford Vaddo North, South and surrounding areas  the word is 
that the GOA are giving away bags of rice, lentils, chick peas for deserving 
Goans who are not working or lost their jobs contact Savio De Souza 0797 
0984980 other Board members contact telephone numbers  are.

Ravi Vaz 07909 927539

Juliette DeNenezes-Dcosta 07958 537314

Richard Fernandes 07711 401157

Tino Goes 07821 900490

Bella Fernandes 07949 233307

Savio DeSouza 07918 693920

Email: goanassociatio...@gmail.com

I understand that the GOA Board is Contacting your priest and village 
Association/union/society to enlist their assistance in conveying their 
message. If you do need help during this stressful time you are asked to 
contact the secretary of your village organisation also check your Parish 
Church Notice Board and Newsletter for Information.

CAUTION The current situation breeds a lot of scammers and rackets…Our elderly 
living alone are very vulnerable and naive to Goans with Watermelon Smiles aka 
GWS who I feel are unaccountable.   Readers should ensure that they not sign 
away their assets to fund Coffin Transport to Goa.

Please let us know if you have been assisted in any way by the above, it would 
be good to hear such stories and know that work is being done to assist the 
vulnerable.

Melvyn Fernandes (melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com)

Thornton Heath Surrey

22 April 2020

[Goanet] Welcome Back Remo Fernandes 2020 with “when will you learn man”

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Welcome Back Remo Fernandes 2020 with “when will you learn man”

Click below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0C8vQFy1TA

Top of Form

Bottom of Form

It was in 1970s and early 80s  I came across Remo’s music and Goanna Postcards 
featuring Mario Miranda’s sketches.   Being new arrivals and working all week 
Saturday night was party time mainly house parties just like we did in East 
Africa and the occasional Jacket and Tie events organised by the then 
respectable Goan Association (UK) that worked in partnership with our community.

The host would normally cook a huge meal like we did in East Africa with guests 
travelling long distances to party hard, the Music Master playing recorded 
English music we left Kenya with memories of Cliff Richard and Elvis Presley, 
Swahili songs like Malaika and Mama Sophia garnished with our music by Chris 
Perry, Alfred and Rita Rose these were all played in vinyl or cassette tape.

Having an Interest in Telecommunications the Lyrics of the song asking Graham 
Bell if he heard the telephone system in Goa he would jump in the well created 
an interest, at the time I had to agree with him.   Electrical wiring in Goa 
today is another matter.   Special ad hoc parties with close friends normally 
someone just returning from Goa with feni accompanied by Remo’s music kept the 
patriotic Goan nourished whatever age.

Click below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77mTtp0Tf18

It will have been around 1984/5 at the Navy Ball in Bogmalo that Remo played at 
sunset  under the mango tree he was indeed the master of the flute, guitar and 
gumot I think this was his first gig having returned to Goa from Paris.

Over the years his music kept the Patriotic Goan living away from home 
nourished and always had a meaning. It was sad to hear him leave Goa with the 
song

“The Goa I Used to Know”

Click below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_gCZNs7ZF8

Welcome Back Remo

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey England

18 April 2020

[Goanet] UK: Sun 12 April He is Risen “Easter Celebration Live Trilingual Broadcast-English Konkani Hindi

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: Sun 12 April  He is Risen “Easter Celebration  Live Trilingual 
Broadcast-English Konkani Hindi

You are invited to tune in  and join Presenters Roque and Bihula Vaz 
celebrating Easter “He IS RISEN” on  Awaaz Radio 99.8 FM Live from Southampton 
Hampshire England  on Facebook, Radio, on your Mobile Cell Phone  Laptop 
computer and other digital devices for a Historic and memorable Trilingual 
Easter Sunday Broadcast in English Konkani and Hindi.http://www.awaazfm.co.uk


Time in UK GMT 13.00 TO 14:00 or 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Time in India 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Goanet readers around the world please  use Greenwich Mean Time  converter on 
Google(GMT)

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

11 April 2020

[Goanet] The Goan Clubs – East Africa

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

   The Goan 
Clubs – East Africa

Hi Adolfo

I do not recall ever saying I was or that Thornton Heath, Surrey was a bastion 
of Knowledge and Culture of the Goans.   Neither did I ever say Selma was 
either.   If you enjoy reading her work and gaining knowledge from it, you are 
most welcome to continue doing so, it is a free world!   With the present 
lockdown in Goa, I am sure you have plenty of time on your hands for such 
reading.

As said by Vivian and I agree, the clubs in East Africa were a “home away from 
home”, I certainly spent many a happy time there and it was a place I returned 
to for evening and weekend entertainment.

In England the Pub is the Englishman’s front room where you meet there is no 
worry about clearing up or cooking as you do at home when expecting visitors.  
The Goan Club was similar we always went home.

My teenage nostalgia of motor racing is now shared by petrol heads at formula 
one racing with the sound of vehicles like mosquitoes going eee eee wiz and big 
money changing hands in racing circuts around the world including India.

With over forty years of Honorary community work in our community I have met Ms 
Stella Mascarenhas–Keyes and enjoyed her work also the Late Joe Mendes from 
Moira who used to market a boys home in Quepem.

I stumbled across the kudd system by accident in Dhobitalao Bombay in the late 
1970  while looking for the Goan Club there. These run down Goan village 
shelters in buildings needing attention was an education, each village ran a 
chapel where our people contributed towards food and lodgings  while in transit 
to the wider world of employment and  opportunities the life in these kudds was 
brought to life by director Bardroys Barettos  film with English Sub titles 
Nachom –ia Kompasar which brought a tear to my eye.

The carnival in Goa just before Lent has a display of floats entered by most 
villages displaying their best. I recall an excellent entry by Quepem 
displaying in detail farming methods on a floodlit float.  Having worked the 
fields in Goa(Shethan) this was appreciated.

Hidden away amongst the lush green lawns, purple bougainvillea plants  and 
mango tree in the Pilar Seminary Complex is a museum, the exhibits in display 
cabinets are barely visible as its glass coverings are caked in dust and need 
specialist cleaning. The exhibits house the Heritage of Govapury beautifully 
illustrated in a book by Fr Cosme Jose Costa ISBN 8 -903898-6-6. Artefacts 
start from the Stone Age and may give an insight into our culture and 
traditions.

Sorpotel you may be aware is a Peasant dish from Portugal and is our King dish, 
what does that make us? Adolfo could be a prominent name as in Hitler, could a 
middle name be Fidel as in Castro I ask due to the changing landscape of our 
names and surnames.

You will find of interest what Father Victor Farrao says in the article from 
Times of India on our surnames and how we acquired them.

Click below:

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Digging-deep-into-surname-stories/articleshow/5196.cms

I hope that the above will be of assistance in seeking what is Goan Culture. 
Please be safe in these troubled times.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey England

8 April 2020

[Goanet] The Goan Club - East Africa

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

The Goan Club – East Africa.

Nearly all of my education in Nairobi came from religion through the church 
with its clear aims and objectives.  Likewise our Goan Clubs also had aims and 
objectives and as Vivian Dsouza who lived in Dar es Salaam stated “was a home 
away from home”.  It was truly our second home, where we met friends.  Like 
birds of a feather, we flocked together I am sure that it was our folks who 
oiled the British colonial administration within the East African Community 
Countries of Kenya Uganda and Tanzania will agree.

The Goan Clubs evolved from just a meeting and greeting spot networking to 
mainly western sporting competitions with each other followed by socials.

As a teenager I used to travel in a Morris Minor to Nakuru and Pit stop at the 
Goan club there on my way to the car races where a Saturday job awaited  
selling  Ice Cold bottled Coca Cola preserved in sawdust sheltering them and 
delaying the ice blocks melting in the heat of the equatorial sun . The money 
was not much but worth the ringside seat to watch the skilful drivers of Alfa 
Romeo, BMW, Fords etc competing against each other along with motorcycle 
events. Other classmates worked at the horse racing track or Golf Course in 
Nairobi.

As a Club we would travel by OTC bus to Goan Club Kisumu for their Sports Day 
followed by Social. Recall leaving School early to play Billiards and Snooker 
at the Nairobi Institute. We also had a good indoor Badminton Court and a newly 
refurbished highly polished spring dance floor.

At the Eldoret Club while younger I recall getting my first Christmas present 
from Santa it was an inflatable plastic Globe. I fondly remember the late Peter 
Rodrigues who would collect several of us in the Team Bus his Vw Combi for 
football matches. I later worked with Peter alongside several volunteers 
running the Goan Association (UK) Sports Day in London, England before and 
after we had a clubhouse premises  these events were always to capacity with  
enthusiastic participants . There were also sporting events with Mombasa this 
list can go on and on.

The Goa Toronto facilitated a splendidly organised Youth Convention in Toronto 
Harbour front where I heard Konkani for the first time spoken with an American 
accent by Goan visitors  from somewhere in America. A  City tour and picnic at 
Thousand Islands was also in the Programme.

Our Goan Teachers taught us to read and write the Queens English. Our 
Examination papers were from Cambridge England so on arrival in England we 
spoke better English than the locals with their dialects and encountered our 
first encounter with racism.   Looking for employment, you would be asked if 
you have any London Experience.

The lancers at 1st  SCOGO Goan Clubhouse Beckenham, England was not a surprise 
but the Kunbi dance was as I had never seen this before and had it  featured  
on the front page of the Goan Association Newsletter that was edited by me. 
Marianno Gonsalves led the dance. In Nairobi South B I used to watch my Hindu 
neighbours dance  the Dandia, a dance  of nine days nine days celebrating 
Navratri which takes place a month before Diwali and the Garba.

At no time did I come across any of these dances at the Nairobi Institute, we 
watched Cowboy and Indian Films and occasionally went to the Drive In Cinema in 
South B.

So I fail to acknowledge that the Goan Clubs were a Custodian to Our Culture as 
stated by Selma Carvalho.

Most of us accompanied our parents when leaving East Africa during and after 
independence.

Those of us who stayed in the United Kingdom for over fifty years have had 
hardly any criminal record and carried on limited Club activities as a search 
for premises began, that’s another long story.

Today in the United Kingdom we have Europeans of another colour as the new 
arrivals from Goa

Click here

https://kafila.online/2013/08/31/europeans-of-an-other-colour-why-the-goans-are-portuguese-r-benedito-ferrao-jason-keith-fernandes/

For an example of self inflicted grievances

Click here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4OVdCIdD-M

For the True Story

Click here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31OkwMf8Flc

Credit to Niz Goenkar Menino de Valpoi

Personally the friendship and camaraderie that the East African Goan developed 
through the networking of clubs through reciprocal arrangements have still  a 
long way to be connected with the new Goan arrivals.The Goan of today is not 
the same people I was matured and educated with.

Sadly the only connection is an unaccountable breakway trading as a Charity 
Goan Welfare Society which collects money for coffins to fund the bodies of the 
deceased back to Goa.  To Qualify you have to have a Portuguese passport and 
claim to have no money.

Their details can be found on the G.O.A.UK.COM WEBSITE.

Once we can answer the  question of what is Goan Culture then we can agree or 
disagree  as to whether Goan Clubs in East Africa were its Custodians.

Melvyn Fernandes

[Goanet] Fwd: COVID 19 PROTECTING RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

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 Original Message --
From: MELVYN FERNANDES 
To:
Date: 29 March 2020 at 20:41
Subject: Fwd: COVID 19 PROTECTING RESPIRATORY SYSTEM



To: undisclosed-recipients:;
Date: 29 March 2020 at 20:20
Subject: COVID 19 PROTECTING RESPIRATORY SYSTEM


Announcement to all call signs please pass on to family and friends, special 
attention to frontline personnel.

This Corona virus Covid -19 is indiscriminatory, you need to protect your 
respiratory tract both upper and lower with immediate effect.   If you agree, 
prevention is better than cure.

The NBC Respirator with its charcoal filled canister is no match.

The structure of this Virus is protected by a fat membrane that can be 
dissolved by soluble fat destroying the virus.  Folks goggles, masks, washing 
your hands with soap are all helpful.   Applying coconut oil is the best of all 
cooking oils (Do not use engine oil) to the nostrils, eyes, ears. mouth and 
will act as a barrier to entry points into our respiratory systems.   Suggest 
also apply like camcream to the face and hands and hair as the fat in the oil 
captures and  dissolves this invisible virus on contact and kills it curbing 
the spread.  I have tried it and feel better.

Those who graduated in basic training field craft will remember how improvising 
crushing fern leaves for scent and as a repellent kept Midges and Horse flies 
feeding on you, can’t remember if it worked on Mozzies.

For a more detailed explanation please play u-tube clip of 23 March  by Dr  
Piroja Pardiwalla Homeopathic Doctor.

Click below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ecui9cEVhuQ

Stay Safe – please pass on to everyone

Melvyn Fernandes

29 March 2020




 




 

[Goanet] Gems of Goa 1. Panjim Inn Goa

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Gems of Goa – 1. Panjim Inn Goa

>From mel...@symtravels.com mailto:mel...@symtravels.com

Click website to visit

 www.panjiminn.com

In 2020 when in North Goa visit this vegetarian friendly establishment that 
this year will be celebrating 129 years in the same family their spring rolls 
are proper garnishing  authentic Goan  dishes and fully stocked bar and 
cocktails. Meet and greet amongst the ambience of furniture that takes you back 
to the 1920s and beyond . As a Pousada its ideal for short stays and weekend 
breaks in their elegant rooms.

The’ restaurant is ideal to meet and greet friends , family and fellow 
travellers in an informal setting  away from the beaches looking for an oasis  
in the Hustle and bustle of the city of Panjim  North Goa . It is is located in 
the heritage area of Fontainhas a rickshaw ride away from the  Panjim hop on 
Hop off Bus stand ,Ferry Boat ramp , or a short walk from patto bridge a warm 
welcome always.

For Reservations and meetings

Contact Thomas D Souza

Intrenational Dialing code for GOA 0091+

Mobile 9373209961

Tel (91-832 ) 2221122, 2226523,2435628

E-212, 31 January Road, Fontainhas, Panaji, Goa-403001

[Goanet] UK :Sat 21 December 2019 Christmas Carols presentation Swindon 12:45

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK :Sat 21 December 2019 Carols presentation Swindon 12:45

You your family and friends are cordially invited to take part and join in the 
Spirit of Christmas carrying the message of peace and unity rejoicing in the 
Babe Jesus.

The Carol service coordinated by the Goan Chaplaincy London and Swindon is at 
St Josephs College  Ocotal Way, Swindon SN3 3LR

As we conclude the second decade of the millennium do join the Groups attending 
from.

Mitcham, Southall, Wembley, Hounslow, Cranford, Maidenhead, Heathrow, 
Bridgewater, Swindon Reading  ,Slough.

Come early and have a splendid afternoon

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

9th December 2019

[Goanet] UK Update: Important Notice 14:00 – Sunday 20 Oct 2019 Goan Association UK Members

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK Update:  Important Notice 14:00 – Sunday 20 Oct 2019  Goan Association UK 
Members

It is important that you attend the Annual General Meeting on Sunday 20 October 
2019 as it is a facility provided for by Law.  The xxth Annual General Meeting 
is at the Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank, HSBC Sports and Social Club, Lennard 
Road, Beckenham, BR3 1QW at  *no time given* I am told that this is on page two 
of document sent to you i.e. 2pm.

Remember when the beer goes in the brains go out. In our ancestral Goa Alcohol 
is Banned a day or two before elections it’s in our DNA that can blur decision 
making processes. Satisfy yourself before voting and approving any resolution 
or appointments without the knowledge of the whole membership as this will be 
null and void. Take special care dealing with Goans with Water Melon Smiles aka 
GWS embedded in the website of Goa UK expert at contacting bereaved families 
with their sobbing letters and crocodile tears including fundraising for Coffin 
Funding in the name of welfare, No Accounts, Who Cares, sadly I do.  This is 
your opportunity to ask any questions during the presentation of the accounts.  
I have often written that Goans are not dimwits when it comes to money.You 
could say my imagination is running wild, I think some of these are people who 
have taken up volunteer posts have satellite dishes in their handbags and 
wallets, with antennas  tuned in to grab your money any which way it can.
Like the next dance, raffles, party hats, etc, what a cheerful way during the 
season of goodwill to add to their additional streams of income.

It was good to note that the intellectual Property of the association (The 
Logo) has been restored on the Notice of Meeting this was defaced during the 
50th Anniversary celebrations.  There must be some good people around that have 
kept the company afloat. The company secretary is the most powerful person in 
this outfit unlike those of village associations although they play a pivotal 
role in the community.

UK Goans will recall The Goan Association UK by the time it reached its 40TH 
Anniversary evolved to a respectable Limited company and Community organisation 
registered in England and Wales its Directors became the servants of the 
Company and the membership became its owners. Our community that became the 
heartbeat of Goan society is today so broken that we now have many 
organisations with different schools of thought no central objectives to enable 
us to have one voice in the United Kingdom.

Over the last decade since the millennium the servants of the company appear to 
have developed into wannabe MLAs with Cockroach mentality, blatantly violating 
its constitution and rules as its owners the members (General Body) continue to 
look the other way stating that they are not interested as they have better 
things to do rather than striving to do things better. This resulted in the 
servants trashing the organisation as its owners did nothing. The Culling of 
members due to incompetence by certain post holders will continue to eliminate 
the membership resulting in a situation where a handful of members could walk 
away with the assets.

Unless you the owners and members attend the meeting take back charge and give 
matters your serious consideration, we are heading for a faceless society 
before the second decade of the millennium. 

The views expressed above are personal and should not be used as any authority.

Click link below for additional information:

https://archive.org/details/mervyn-fernandes

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath

Surrey

United Kingdom

13 October 2019

[Goanet] UK Sat12 Oct 12:15 for 12:30 Goan Chaplaincy Thanksgiving Mass St Marys Croydon

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 UK Sat12 Oct 12:15 for 12:30  Goan Chaplaincy Thanksgiving Mass St Marys 
Croydon

Sat. 12 Oct: 12:15 for 12.30pm. Goan  Chaplaincy Celebrations 2019. You  your 
family family and friends are invited to Join us to thank the Lord at the 
Annual Concelebrated Thanksgiving Mass by Bishop Paul McAleenan (Auxiliary 
Bishop of Westminster & in charge of Ethnic Chaplaincies) at St Mary’s Catholic 
Church, 70 Wellesley Road, Croydon CR0 2AR, followed by a get-together in the 
Church Hall.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

6 October 2019

[Goanet] UK:Important Notice – Sun 20 Oct UK Goans ,New Arrivals and Goan Association UK Members

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK:Important Notice – Sun 20 Oct UK Goans ,New Arrivals and Goan Association UK 
Members

In the last few days, Goan Association UK members will have received a A5 Brown 
envelope by post, at their last known address, this is not a circular, Tax 
Demand or a dirty magazine , open it for  notice of the xxth Annual General 
Meeting to be held at the Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank, HSBC Sports and Social 
Club, Lennard Road, Beckenham, BR3 1QW at  *no time given* Contact office 
bearers on Website GOAUK,COM look up  Dance Details for phone nos .  If you 
have not received yours, email goanassociatio...@gmail.com 
mailto:goanassociatio...@gmail.com immediately. This facility is provided for 
you by UK Law it is important you involve in policy decisions within the 
relevant mechanisms of a limited company.

Meeting is open to Fully paid members, there may be a facility for Instant 
Renewal at the door. Most Life members will be in their Sunset Years, in 
Nursing homes or no longer with us, give those able to attend a hand if 
possible.

We are approaching the second decade of the millennium where the next 
generation of youth will grow as mongrels as their parents and organisations 
have better things to do rather than do things better abdicating their 
responsibility in bringing them up with Goan Values and Culture throwing them 
into Britain’s melting pot called diversity.

Remember a decade ago there was an attempted cull of members designed for 
certain wannabe MLA type office bearers to walk away with the assets of the 
company

It is good to note that the intellectual Property of the association (The Logo) 
has been restored on the Notice of Meeting this was defaced during the 50th 
Anniversary celebrations.  Personally I feel the lies over the years have got 
so big that nobody has the balls to call it a lie anymore why else is the font 
of the notice of meeting so tiny.Artificial intelligence makes people brain 
dead.  I have been given to understand that Bank charges for the whole year are 
shown as GBP 1.00?   Maybe management can divulge to members their secret in 
securing such a good rate from the bank of charges of GBP 1.00?   We could 
learn something; this is your opportunity to ask this question during the 
presentation of the accounts.  I have often written that Goans are not dimwits 
when it comes to money.You could say my imagination is running wild, I 
think some of these are people who have taken up volunteer posts have satellite 
dishes in their handbags and wallets, with antennas ready to grab your money 
any which way it can.Like the next dance, raffles, party hats, etc, what a 
cheerful way during the season of goodwill to add to their additional streams 
of income..

Look out for Goans with Water Melon Smiles aka GWS embedded in the website of 
Goa UK expert at contacting bereaved families  with their sobbing letters and 
crocodile tears including fundraising for Coffin Funding in the name of 
welfare, No Accounts, No Care.

It is important that you attend the Annual General Meeting as it is a facility 
provided for by Law.

At the door there should be an attendance Register of Members present.   Total 
amount of members on the books. With thousands and thousands of new arrivals 
can the Association be Restored to its former Glory and Represent us all.

I am sending a copy of this note to the  The Secretary, Goan Association 
(UK),Office 75-37 Ludgate Hill

Lndon EC4M 7JNFor their records and any continued action.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

6 October 2019

[Goanet] UK:Goan Chaplaincy Tiatr – Anchored in the Storms.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 Mark 
de Araujo, Bab Andrew, Lawrence Mascarenhas, Zico Fernandes, Luis Bachan, 
Albert Cabral, John Dsilva and comedian Dominic.

Framton De Sa (keyboard), Maria Fernandes (rythm guitar), Inacio Jao (bass) and 
Mathias Sequiera (drums) provided the sonorous music while Gregg Carvallho 
(light effects), Luis Gonsalves, Elvis Rapos (stage setting), Francis D'Silva, 
and Luis Fernandes (stage management) made sure the play was a visual treat as 
well.

The tiatr was produced by Fr Patrick Dsouza, Fr Max Gonslaves, Fr Jerry 
Fernandes and Fr Lucas Rodrigues.

The show was organised by Pilar Fathers (UK) and Goan Chaplaincy (London & 
Swindon / Reading).

On Sep 21 there will be another show at Southhall and the team is traveling to 
Paris, France to present a show on Sunday, September 22 at 124, Rue Bagnolet, 
Paris 75020.

Bella Fernandes, director of Goan Association in London, Richard Lobo, MD, 
British Asia News were among the guests present to witness the successful and 
meaningful tiatr.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

Sunday 22 September 2019

[Goanet] Are Goans Stupid, Dim Witted People? Response to Dr Oscar Rebello, Goa News 21 August 2019

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

.


However, I am still of the belief that the cream of Goa is in Goa itself, 
unfortunately from what I can see, a large majority are using their energy and 
enterprise to avail of the domestic and international tourist trade to fill 
their pockets with lucrative amount of rupees to fatten their bank accounts.   
This, in my opinion, is leaving them little time to spend on projects to 
improve their environment or be bothered about their surroundings?Who is 
voting in these politicians? Who can improve the quality of life in this case 
the basic human right of water, electricity and shelter?   It is of note that 
on the brighter side the much loved and abused Ration card ensures no one is 
starving in Goa hence attracting migrants to a better life in the former 
Portuguese Goa from the former British India.


Another observation is that patriotic Goans  originally from East Africa who 
had renovated family homes or  purchased houses and flats in Goa to spend the 
cold winters of Europe back home have now started a recent trend of “selling 
up”, deciding not to bother even visiting anymore.   The main reason is that 
the quality of their vacation has deteriorated to such an extent that their 
hard earned money spent in coming to Goa can be better spent elsewhere in the 
whole wide world.   Declining international tourism in Goa is far from being 
addressed and time will tell if any improvement in international high end 
tourism continues. Especially when you have to empty your wallet of all Indian 
Rupees at departure points to extortionate Foreign exchange rates leaving you 
with none to come back with.


To conclude we might be seen by Dr Rebello as a stupid dim witted people never 
prepared to ask the right questions but from my observations, this stupidity is 
short lived when it comes to improving our lives and bank balances.   At this 
point we turn into a very clever race, never hesitating to pack up our bags and 
flow with the wind or water to what we see as greener pasture lands or blue 
seas!The loyalty to mother Goa does not become a consideration.  Yesterday 
I saw the Disney film “Lion King” when a monkey asked the lion, “I know who I 
am, but do you know who you are?”


Your views on the above are welcomed.


Melvyn Fernandes


Thornton Heath Surrey


25 August 2019


melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

[Goanet] UK: Goan Chaplaincy - Mitcham Mass Centre

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esus Colva Union and 1st December Goans in 
Heston Pope John Centre TW5 0RN.

All said and done folks came happy and went home happier thanks to all the 
volunteers who produced a champagne event at beer prices.

Konkani play dates for your diary – your support is greatly appreciated:

VADOLLANT ROMBLA NANGOR ( Anchored in the Storms)

 A Play Written and Directed by Fr Lucas Rodrigues

On Sat  14 @ 5.00pm  and Sun 15 Sep @ 4.00pmt Wyvern Theatre Swindon

Fri 20 Sept 6.30 Sudbury Primary School WATFORD Road Wembley

Sat 21 Sept 2.30pm  and 6.30 pm Villers High School Southall

Sun 22 Sept 3.00pm 124 Rue Bagnolet Paris 75020

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

18 August 2019

[Goanet] UK Special Tribute to Lorna reply to Eddie Verdes by Melvyn Fernandes

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Special Tribute to Lorna reply to Eddie Verdes by Melvyn Fernandes

Eddie thank you for your correction on Lorna Surname should be Cordeiro I hope 
no harm was done as not many people know. She is just known as Lorna. Thank you 
also to Lui Godinho, Mario (Babit) Fernandes. Joseph Rebello .

Apologies to Lorna for getting her Surname wrong.

For those unaware Eddie Verdes is an authority on our music and will have the 
full collection to him I am truly grateful.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath,Surret England

10 August 2019

[Goanet] UK: Sunday 11 August Goan Chaplaincy Eucharistic Celebration 13:00 –Lanfranc Academy

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UK: Sunday 11 August  Goan Chaplaincy  Eucharistic Celebration 13:00 –Lanfranc 
Academy.

 You are cordially invited to Goan Chaplaincy  Mitcham Mass Centre Annual 
Eucharistic Celebration at 13:00 Followed by Social with Live Band “Big Dreams”

Adult Tickets GBP 12.00 inc Meal and Snacks

Archbishop  Lanfranc Academy,Mitcham Road Croydon CR9 3AS-Free Parking

Reservations please Contact:Mario 07883 301107.Nina 
02087670663.Jennifer07712273024

Goan Chaplain Fr Patrick  Dsouza SFX. (44) 0734226787

Dates for Your Diary

Heathrow 14 September Hounslow 15 September Cranford 22 September

[Goanet] UK:Fri 9 August 2019 Special Tribute to Lorna Cardozo and Alfred Rose Radio Show 18:00 UK Time

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UK:Fri 9 August 2019 Special Tribute to Lorna Cardozo and Alfred Rose Radio 
Show 18:00 UK Time

DJ Roque Vaz presents a special tribute to  Lorna Cardozo and Alfred Rose on 
his  Regular Friday Radio Show   18.00 to 20.00 GMT UK Time AWAAZ Radio 99.8fm

“Konkani Uloi & London Fuloi “

A tribute to Lorna the nightingale of Goa celebrating her 75th Birthday and Goa 
Melody King Alfred Rose who would have been 85 years old this year’

Do Join tune in to AWAAZ RADIO 99.8 FM in Southampton England and all other 
areas worldwide on your laptop mobile digitalhttp://www.awaazfm.co.uk   enjoy.

Sorry for the short notice.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

Friday 9 August 2019

[Goanet] O Heraldo "They will dance to the tunes of Lorna in UK, but they need to have a greater voice in Goa”

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O Hsraldo article  Sunday 4th August ,Courtesy of Goan Voice UK

“They will dance to the tunes of Lorna in UK, but they need to have a greater 
voice in Goa”

Reply from Melvyn Fernandes, Lawndon – UK for people not on Facebook

Dear Esteemed Readers of O Heraldo,

Allow me to table a correction statement about our people in UK seeking clarity 
through FT for our people in Goa.

No, no, no I don’t mean the pink pages of the Financial Times but the FT World 
of our Goan People FT - Fotkiros (liars) Toddokis (cheats).

The festival of today or Goa Day was originally held on the six and half acres 
of grounds freehold land owned by the Goan Association UK with the Veranda of 
the Clubhouse transformed to a stage from where our musicians and entertainers 
have always kept us happy as they do today.   People forgot their troubles for 
a carefree day with friends and family used to meet and greet under the banner 
of SCOGO – Standing Conference Of Goan Organisations, an opportunity for 
Village Organisations to Showcase their Villages which they did with Pride. The 
Event was financially self-funding thanks to nearly a hundred volunteers 
participating.

The Goan Association was Hijacked over 10 years ago and SCOGO died, since then 
there has been no proper accountability, by this I mean the revenue from 
Entrance, Car Parking and other Income Streams like Raffles, Stall Rental do 
not add up, leading to Suspicious Minds and an alleged Hand in Pocket 
Enterprise with Zero development for our Goan Community in UK and towards our 
people in Goa.  

The organisation can only claim to be the richest Goan Club in the world as the 
current management still “basks in the glory” from the proceeds of an insurance 
claim roughly in the region of £300,000 when the Club House bought by mainly 
East African Goans was burnt down.   You will note that for an organisation 
that claims the be the richest Goan Club in the world the poverty it displays 
to our people is appalling.

Last year shows a recent example on the numbers attending the biggest ever 
billed 2018 Goan Festival at Cranford, West London, UK.   With reports and 
videos coming out that over 10,000 attended, our people around the world may 
feel envious that things are going so well here, not realising that we are 
actually in Breadline Britain.  Once again, I feel duty bound to comment on 
this figure.

In 2018 putting the record straight is very easy as some of our enterprising  
Goan youth have come to my assistance, recording their experience of this event 
on Video.  Their uploaded version on U-Tube is titled “Goa Day 2018 Routex” and 
I would like to take this opportunity to thank and congratulate them for their 
excellent recording.   For those of you who wish to see it the link is below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKxGkyKbY6Y

Viewers can see that starting at 6.57 of 26.51 there is a recording of the 
aerial view of the whole of Goa Day UK 2018.   One can see seven coaches neatly 
parked, a number of cars and a group of single men all in one area of the 
grounds as well as 10,000 plus blades of grass. 

Today this is an event where the needs of our people are met with Greed 
specially the gullible new arrivals. Note very few Ladies and Families 
participate.

Perhaps OHeraldo can get accurate figures from the current management of those 
attending this year’s festival at close of play for the record.

>From all of us thousands not attending Happy Birthday Lorna Cardozo on your 
>75th  and a warm welcome to the most humble ambassador from Goa.

Melvyn Fernandes

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Sunday 4th August 2019

[Goanet] Happy Birthday Nairobi Goan Institute (114) Info Courtesy Rene Baretto World Goa Day Programme

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Happy Birthday Nairobi Goan Institute (114) Info Courtesy Rene Baretto World 
Goa Day Programme

Nairobi Goan Institute will be 114 years old this year.  Holy Mass Tue 11 June 
2019 at 7.00pm

Luncheon – Dress code formal Sunday 16 June 2019 from 1.00pm

Bookings and Information contact Club Office 254+ 0715899159

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

26 May 2019

[Goanet] UK: Sun 9 June Margao Union Celebrates Feast of the Holy Spirit Lanfranc Academy 1:30

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UK: Sun 9 June Margao Union Celebrates Feast of the Holy Spirit Lanfranc 
Academy 1:30

 Margao Union UK cordially invites and welcomes you, your friends and family to 
celebrate the Feast of the Holy Spirit at The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, 
Mitcham Road, Croydon, CR9 3AR on Sunday 9 June 2019. Free Parking. Bus no 264 
between Tooting Broadway Underground and East Croydon Tramline stops at BP 
Petrol Pump outside venue.

Celebrating Holy Mass at   1:30 for 1:45 pm will be Fr.Patrick from Pilar and 
Chaplain to the Goan Chaplaincy UK followed by social and dancing to the 
melodious sounds of Outbreak.

Catering will be by Suntop Caterers. Vegetarians catered for please advise us 
in advance.

Tickets £13 for Adults and £8 for children 6-13. Ticket includes snacks , meal 
and a dessert. Children under 5 are free. Licensed Bar Available. Strictly no 
food or drink allowed on the premises.

For tickets and enquiries please contact Bella 07949233307/ 0208 3721253, 
Rosalind 0208 767 8652, Xavy 02088035146/07507950455, Lucas 07957148406 and 
Camilo 02088013637.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey, United Kingdom

9 May 2019

[Goanet] UK:The East African Goan migration to Britain... from the early days

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UK:The East African Goan migration to Britain... from the early days

 Recorded and interviewed by Frederick Noronha (FN) 
https://archive.org/search.php?query=creator%3A%22Recorded+and+interviewed+by+Frederick+Noronha+%28FN%29%22

click here

https://archive.org/details/mervyn-fernandes

Hi Frederick

Thank you for sharing our interview, it is indeed appreciated.  May I take this 
opportunity to commend the GoaToday team from Editorial to Despatch for the 
monthly magazine arriving on time every time. Also to confirm that Cortalim UK 
celebrated their 40th Anniversary last year.  Saligao UK aborted plans to  
close down on their 50th Anniversary last Sunday 5 May as members voted to keep 
the organisation going.  Will do a note for Goanet soon.

Kind Regards

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

7 May 2019

[Goanet] UK: Sun 28 April Cortalim Feast Archbishop Lan Franc Mitcham Surrey CR9 3AS 12.15 Sunday Feast Mass

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UK: Sun 28 April Cortalim Feast Archbishop Lan Franc Mitcham  Surrey CR9 3AS 
12.15  Sunday Feast Mass

 Cortalim Union (UK) are pleased to invite you to celebrate their 41st 
Anniversary Feast of St Philip & St James, at The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, 
Mitcham Road, Croydon, CR9 3AS. Mass to start promptly at 12.15pm followed by a 
social gathering. Music by the dynamic band ‘Shades' and Fantasy Disco 
featuring ‘DJ Stephanie’. Catering by 'Bernie’s’. Ticket includes Meal and 
Snacks. Members - £14.00 and Non Members - £16.00, until 15th April 2019, 
thereafter £17.00 for all adults. Children £8.00 (4-10 years) and £10.00 (11-16 
years). limited tickets - Tickets will not be sold at the door. please contact: 
Georgina Gomes - 07974 289 640, Chris D'Cruz - 07739 876 718, Marisa Tellis - 
07568 185 022, Diego Gomes - 07970 104 689, Tino Goes - 07821 900 490.  

April Showers bring May flowers welcoming Spring and  signal the festas dis 
season where Goan Village Social organisers strive for excellence in promoting 
the best our community can offer in celebrating  the village feast 
incorporating  all the ingredients of Holy Mass, Goan Food better than any 
fancy restaurant  accompanied by Dance  Music with reasonable priced drink at 
club prices  creating a value for money atmosphere for fellow Cortalimkars  
friends and family to meet ,greet and entertain  generally keeping in touch.

Cortalim has been doing this for over 40 years, New arrivals especially 
welcome.Come early and have a great day out.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath

26 April 2019

[Goanet] Fwd: Update: UK : Holy Week & Palms – Greasing Of – The difference

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Nostalgia is a necessary thing, I believe, and a way for all of us to find 
peace in that which we have accomplished, or even failed to accomplish. At the 
same time, if nostalgia precipitates actions to return to that fabled, 
rosy-painted time, particularly in one who believes his life to be a failure, 
then it is an empty thing, doomed to produce nothing but frustration and an 
even greater sense of failure.
R.A. Salvatore
#~~~
What is the significance of the triumphal entry?


The triumphal entry is that of Jesus coming into Jerusalem on what we know as 
Palm Sunday https://www.gotquestions.org/Palm-Sunday.html , the Sunday before 
the crucifixion (John 12:1 https://biblia.com/bible/esv/John%2012.1 , 12 
https://biblia.com/bible/esv/John%2012.12 ). The story of the triumphal entry 
is one of the few incidents in the life of Jesus which appears in all four 
Gospel accounts (Matthew 21:1-17 https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Matt%2021.1-17 ; 
Mark 11:1-11 https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Mark%2011.1-11 ; Luke 19:29-40 
https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Luke%2019.29-40 ; John 12:12-19 
https://biblia.com/bible/esv/John%2012.12-19 ). Putting the four accounts 
together, it becomes clear that the triumphal entry was a significant event, 
not only to the people of Jesus’ day, but to Christians throughout history. We 
celebrate Palm Sunday to remember that momentous occasion.
 


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[Goanet] Fwd: UK : Holy Week & Palms – Greasing Of – The difference

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UK : Holy Week & Palms – Greasing Of – The difference

Unlike Palm Sunday where crowds waving palms welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem,
today in the United Kingdom we have newly arrived  and gullible Goans in
the London area (many of whom are leaving hostile environments in the Gulf
region and economic conditions in Goa) greasing the palms of fellow Goans
in Breadline Britain 2019.

At our home in Nairobi during the 1960s, we used to receive the Don Bosco
Magazine from  Matunga, Bombay.   There was a constant reminder on each
issue  “A family that prays together stays together”.   At the Goan
Institute notice Board there was a cyclostyle newsletter from the Goan
Association ‘UK’ sent by John Ferreira from Luton and one from Sydney
Australia the format was similar to the Goan Institute Nairobi dutifully
pinned  for us all to read and share by Bruno the General Secretary.

The year must have been around 1968 when I was about seven or eight years
old, the excitement I had in selling a complete Raffle book at the Catholic
Parochial School fete in Nairobi. Some of my older schoolmates could sell a
Lottery book of 11 with a commission of one free ticket for every book
sold.  The funds raised was towards the building of the New Holy Family
Cathedral (Now Basilica) most organisers and voluntary workers came from
generations of  my community of Goan origin.   The Catholic church and our
people have been in Kenya since 1542.

For the history of the Catholic Church in Kenya click link below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpvLdmyM7HQ

Having served on the Legion of Mary Committee at St Theresas Catholic
Church, Eastleigh, I was well versed in minute taking, keeping the
attendance register, basic accounts, etc this was good grounding in later
life.   Playing hockey and football for the Goan Institute was good for
teamwork and morale especially for us teenagers sipping a cold refreshing
lemonade accompanied  by a portrait of Rita Faria the then Miss World 1966
hung over the doorway in the lounge past the Rock Garden.

As a teenager, life was full of fun and parties including the Annual
holidays to Goa with our parents catching the Shipping Corporation Ships
SCI Haryana, Kampala and Karanja at Kilindini Harbour, Mombasa while our
English friends took the B Mckinnon lines to England we only met at
sporting events like rugby and basketball.

I took part in the first Kenya National Freedom From Hunger Charity and
still have the receipt for money collected and donated.

None of us could see or understand the epiphany happening right in front of
us.  I waved my Uncle Noel (now RIP) catching an Egypt Air Flight to
London, My Uncle Peter to Germany at Embakasi Airport whose walls were
decorated with wildlife paintings by The Late Caji Fernandes his wife Julie
used to co-ordinate sporting activities at the Goan Institute not
forgetting Andrew Dias for his wildlife Photograph Postcards and
 Photographer Alex Fernandes of Sapra Studios.

Our family moved from a Four bedroom Bungalow into a garage as most of our
parents lost their jobs just like that overnight due to Africanisation
creating a hostile environment including being refused to higher
education.   We had to leave the country we were born in or take up local
Nationality.

For a video on Immigration AKA New Immigration Bill – Asians Leave Kenya
(1968) click below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1PKCRNIiaE

I remember climbing the gangway of the East African Airways flight staring
at the Roll Royce RB2II Engines waving to friends before taking my seat and
looking at the lights of Nairobi Town disappear as the flight took off into
the night sky for London Heathrow to be met by my Aunty Rose with warm
clothing.Transport to our first accommodation in one room at Seven
Kings, Essex was provided for by my Dad’s Sikh friends. We also had a kind
Irish social worker, Mrs Walsh, who helped us settle down into a big house
and true to the words from Don Boscos Magazine “A family that prays
together stays together”our family has lived in St Johns road for over
forty years.

The first landmark in a strange country was to look for the Catholic Church
where joining the legion of Mary at SS Peter and Paul, Ilford had similar
duties as Nairobi only that in Kenya President Kenyatta issued a decree
that there is only one President. The Legion Branch at Eastleigh had to
adapt changing the post name of President to Chairman.   Capital Radio had
a job club running and LBC talk shows provided useful information for
unemployed teenagers like me.

The London Evening Standard was also valuable in looking for Jobs specially
the Friday Edition as you looked out for notices from The Goan Overseas
Association for events and Notices of Meetings. First Class postage was 4
pence.  It was cost effective to a

[Goanet] Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP response to Fredrick Noronha

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP.

Apologies Fredrick it was Rajan Parrikar who contributes to Goanet Postings my 
mistake

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

19 March 2019

[Goanet] Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Mr Manohar Parrikar RIP.

I  was saddened to hear the news of Mr Parrikar Chief Minister of Goa and 
former Defence Minister of India had passed away. He was also an occasional 
contributor to postings on Goanet. Condolences to his Family.

A seven day official state mourning has been announced perhaps out of respect 
Goa  Government Employees should come in to work an hour earlier for seven 
weeks to assist the public and catch up the backlog anticipated in Public 
Office.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey CR7 8HJ

18 March 2019

[Goanet] No Standards No Shame

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NO STANDARDS NO SHAME

We talk of Goans as though we are some fruit or vegetable marble even a fruit 
and nut case there  is always one rotten fruit that can affect the whole basket 
unless removed and isolated. Those aware will know that some of the original 
Goans migrated to Goa from Northern India escaping a famine to settle on the 
banks of the Glorious and Magnificent Rivers of Goa one of which is the 
Mandovi. The native Goa Goan is short and very dark while everyone else is fair 
and taller.

As a reminder of River Mandovi and tribute to Alfred Rose and the twin bridges 
before  the trinity of the third bridge part of the Bombay By Pass to Kerala 
via Goa and Karnataka MH47 a distance of 1270km crossing just over one km of 
sparking water.

Click Below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHfP9fcCP6c

It is a blessing that Prime Minister Modi’s Diary was full and the opening date 
postponed. The extra weight could have brought about an almighty splash bit 
like the straw that broke the camels back and workmanship badge  to the 
engineers involved. Goa as it is has to deal with Litter and Noise pollution. 
Even guests at the Mandovi Hotel looking for a restful night are not spared as 
they are blasted with Very Loud so called music from the uncaring casino boats 
tethered to the banks opposite. This is also true for nearby Fidalgo a nearby 
Four Star Hotel on enquiring the standard reply it’s the “untouchable 
politicians”  if this is true, it cannot be right only good for business 
hearing aid manufacturers.

There is also the issue of Road Surface noise reduction along the route some 
1270km, rest and  washroom facilities for long distance travellers, perhaps the 
reason the road including the trinity bridge is at skyscraper height could 
attract visitors from the former British India stopping in Goa instead of being 
waved through to Kerala.

For an example of what happens at a low flyover  near Hounslow London England

Click Below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUs9gIaWD04

Where Money is allowed to be made in dishonourable ways   there will always be 
bad fruit when  left unchecked is a breeding ground for corruption unless our 
people have pride in their environment, pull their finger out and take 
appropriate action  then I have to agree that Goans have no sense of shame.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

26 January 2019

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[Goanet] Dear Babu – Tourism Minister Goa 2019

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Dear Babu – Tourism Minister Goa 2019

Dear Manohar Azgaonkar

Issue: Tourism in Goa

Timing: Immediate

Background and Recommendation – As Below

I am writing to you for the record as having been involved with other pioneers 
in setting up the Air Bridge for direct flights from the United Kingdom, UK to 
Goa, the first flight being on Paramount Airlines putting Goa on the Tourist 
Map over twenty years ago.I am very disappointed and feel let down with the 
current state of affairs.

It is not your fault or that of the Government of Goa that Greed is openly 
flaunted by most local people.For example in November 2018 I managed to get 
to Baga Beach courtesy of Goa’s Hop On Hop Off Bus (Ho Ho Bus) I looked for a 
place where I tasted Prawn Papad for the first time some twenty years ago.  Not 
being sure whether it was St Anthony’s or Sea Pearl asking around came across a 
Pan Spitting waiter with a scowl who did not speak any English or Konkani and 
walked away.   This put me off, I ended at Brittos Shack ordered a Lime Soda 
only to be served with Lime Juice, the squid served was very bland nothing like 
our Goa taste garnished with masala and coconut vinegar.  A bottle of Honeybee 
on the menu had a price tag of INR 1,270.00 where in Mapusa the retail price is 
INR 189.00 even with Government Sales Tax the price displayed, if you agree, is 
pure greed.   Baga Beach three years ago resembled the Costas in Spain. On this 
visit, there was not one “Foreigner” or Russian in sight for a place blessed 
with sunshine and the harvest of the sea with empty sun beds.

Instead there is a concreted Pay Car Park large enough for twenty football 
pitches for cars and coaches. Some of these coaches bring fourth generation 
visitors from the former British India who display a lack of potty training and 
poor hygiene standards thus soiling the Beach with the call of nature creating 
a stench despite having washroom facilities nearby at INR 10.00 to use.   The 
men can afford drink and break bottles on the beach for a thrill that is not 
their backyard and have no respect for local people.  For a factual video 
summary

click here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MUTApsfFwE

And click here for local viewpoint:

https://www.facebook.com/leode.chinchinim.5/videos/144120753259202/?__tn__=%2CdC-R-R=ARDeILJiisNUTKAzL874KgMD11FMGnjbyoLw1h-LkUKG4L1OFMOwETmO-2eFL9sBgr4kkOrXf60Y9KvA_ref=ARTArPIr810cqu7HstyOUlB2mtcpTCuhLcmxK1aDFj_1qrXoxCbK_kA5N28Tl5jq_2k=nf
 
https://www.facebook.com/leode.chinchinim.5/videos/144120753259202/?__tn__=%2CdC-R-R=ARDeILJiisNUTKAzL874KgMD11FMGnjbyoLw1h-LkUKG4L1OFMOwETmO-2eFL9sBgr4kkOrXf60Y9KvA_ref=ARTArPIr810cqu7HstyOUlB2mtcpTCuhLcmxK1aDFj_1qrXoxCbK_kA5N28Tl5jq_2k=nf

It was heartbreaking the see the once tree lined Panjim to Mapusa Road 
resembling  the French Reviera with flowers on roundabouts destroyed and 
dissected, diversions due to  huge  man made concrete boulders and debris from 
the Bombay by pass to Kerala via Goa. Locals say that there will be a slope at 
Porvorim.  There should also be washrooms at the bottom of the slope otherwise 
travellers will be answering the call of nature in the fields and building wall 
creating stench and disease if not addressed.

I  also know that as part of  Modieconomics  India and China are Competing for 
World Top Spot but at what cost.  India is a democracy, at least have Goa 
restored to its former Glory, restore meetings with the good people at Travel 
and Trade Association of Goa (TTAG) and work on a direction or like the Titanic 
prepare to sink.   Every young Goan  person you speak to can’t wait to leave.

Click here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sx9kTFfoUo

My letter was prompted by oHeraldo E Paper Jan 12 Page one 2019 courtesy of 
Goan Voice UK  for information and awareness please forward   to all members of 
the  Goa Legislative Assembly (MLA)

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey, England

13 January 2019

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

[Goanet] Jobs, jobs, jobs vacancies galore in Goa - ALL URGENT 2019

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Jobs, jobs, jobs, galore, ALL URGENT 2019

Click below:


https://www.google.com/search?num=20=active=1C1CHBF_en-GBGB809GB809=job+openings+in+goa+urgent=X=2ahUKEwiHxM27sOnfAhUk1-AKHZl3C5wQ1QIoBHoECAYQBQ=972=620=htl;jobs#fpstate=tldetail=HB-UE38-6uyGOcVvAA%3D%3D=jobs
 
https://www.google.com/search?num=20=active=1C1CHBF_en-GBGB809GB809=job+openings+in+goa+urgent=X=2ahUKEwiHxM27sOnfAhUk1-AKHZl3C5wQ1QIoBHoECAYQBQ=972=620=htl;jobs#fpstate=tldetail=HB-UE38-6uyGOcVvAA%3D%3D=jobs


Instead of living like second class citizens, mother Goa always has a welcome 
for you.


Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey, United Kingdom

12 January 2019

[Goanet] Change the Miramar Beach benches says Goacan.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Change the Miramar Beach benches says Goacan.

It was good of GOACAN aka Goa Can Do, the founders of Friday Balcao, to 
circulate the article by Paul Saldanha writing in O Heraldo of 15 November 2018 
about the state of beach benches on Miramar Beach.  I am obliged to Goanet for 
bringing this matter for attention of the general public and public 
administrators who appear to have no initiative, unless managed.  Lets give 
them a hand while the cement is hot near Panjim Bus Stand.

The Bombay By Pass (MH47) goes through Goa snaking the coastal route on the 
west coast of India on its way to Kerala via Karnataka a distance of over 
1270km is still under construction, there is enough spare cement dumped in Goa 
to mould new benches for Miramar and other public places in need of street 
furniture on land run by public authorities including the covering of storm 
ditches that are a hazard to the elderly and physically challenged.

There is also plenty of wood from the felling of trees for Mopa 
Airport.Carpenters may be available from Sequeira Coffin Makers in Panjim. 
Appeals for Collection for one bed Coffin funds by Goans With Watermelon Smiles 
(GWS) in the London (England) area appear to have paused as there is so much 
money in the pot for Portuguese Passport holders of Goan Origin who have died. 
The NRI Office would be able to assist.

There should also be enough funding from revenue in state taxes to pay for the 
labour force as required.   Contact your MLA. After all that is needed is sand 
and cement held by metal plentiful in Goa for the creation of employment 
opportunities.

Hope this is helpful.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey

6 January 2019

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[Goanet] THE WINDS OF CHANGE ARE A BLOWING OVER GOA.Courtesy Goa Expresso

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

THE WINDS OF CHANGE ARE A BLOWING OVER GOA.

By Leslie St. Anne

The ethos of any culture is determined by its traditions creatively and 
collectively expressed in art, literature, music, dance, architecture and sport 
that are dependent on factors, external such as environment, and those that are 
inherent as determined by ones spiritual and human beliefs. It is with this 
perspective in mind that one may dare to analyse the drastic social changes 
that have overtaken this tiny State of Goa and her people during the last 55 
years since ‘liberation’ from the Portuguese in 1961.

To understand the Goan psyche one must delve into Goa’s ancestry. Goa or as it 
was known by her many past ‘avatars’ ranging from “‘Gopakpattan or Gomant’, in 
the Bhisma –Parva of the Mahabharata,‘Govapur’ in the Suta- Samhita,‘Gouba’ by 
geographer Ptolemy to ‘Gopapuram or Gove’ by the Kadambas,has survived through 
several Dynasties--the earliest known being that of the Mauryas.” Thereafter, 
this ecological paradisecame under the rule of the Satavahanas, Kshatrapas, 
Chalukyas, Rastrakutas, Kadambas, Yadavas, Delhi Sultans, Vijayanagar Rulers, 
Bahamani Sultans of Deccan and finally Adhilshahis of Bijapur, before Alfonso 
de Albuquerque annexed it for Portugal in 1510. Undeniably, both Hindu and 
Muslim eras of governance have left indelible marks of influence on the 
lifestyle and customs of the indigenous Goan, but without dispute it is the 
four and a half centuries of Portuguese “firangi” rule that has moulded the 
unique Goan character that is a blend of Western and Eastern cultures without 
compromise on religious allegianceallowing for a harmonious existence of 
hercitizens. It is this peaceful social fabric of the past that is now in 
danger of being torn apart by the lure of ‘materialistic’ and digital 
empowerment popularised by unscrupulous politicians under the cover of 
‘development’.Post-liberation;the flood-gates have been thrown open to 
‘investors, realtors and hoteliers from the rest of India, who have ravaged 
Goa’s fast depleting natural resources.

For many a native, Goa’s “Halcyon Days” were during the Portuguese era. 
Nostalgic memories of those who lived in Goa at that time painted a picture of 
a theocratic administration that ruled with a firm hand without interfering in 
the simplistic life-style of the ethnic citizen and their exceptional system of 
agrarian-based self-governance and community living that gave birth to the 
infamous“Code of Comunidades”.Recalls a retired Goan seafarerwho lived in Goa 
in the fifties, “The Portuguese may not have given the State a solid 
infrastructure, like roads, electricity, and water in rural areas—since they 
concentrated more on urban( City ) development---but, they instilled in one 
a‘discipline and respect of law’ with minimum police and military presence. 
Crime was a rarity. One felt sosafe and ‘protected’ that it was possible to 
leave one’s home open without fear of robbery.” A documentary conducted by 
“March of Time” (MOT) director Dwight Godwin of Americain 1953echoes this 
view.Heobserved that Goans enjoyed a “good” level of prosperity and that there 
was “noextreme of great wealth or great poverty”. The TV journalist felt that 
“the standard of living in Goa was very satisfactory in comparison to the rest 
of India.”

To the colonial Portuguese, Goa’s mainstay economy was mining of manganese and 
iron ore supplemented by farming and fishing. Goa’s natural harbour of Mormugao 
was considered “one of the best in all of Asia” and it became an excellent 
transit point for exports of manganese ore to USA and Japan and for import of 
luxury Itemscheaply from the West that also sustained a profitable 
“black-market” trade to Mumbai (formerly Bombay) and other parts of India. 
Travelling extensively throughout Goa Godwin inferred that “most Goans 
preferred to be Portuguese citizens as they felt that they were better off than 
the rest of India”. Nonetheless the “March of Time” director believed that 
“change was slowly coming to Goa through its younger generation”. And the 
transition would be through education. Godwin noted that there “were 530 
schools within a 1300 square mile area opened by the Catholic Church imparting 
knowledge in ‘English and Portuguese’.” An impressive literacy rate apart, 
Goa’s underlying charm and difference from the rest of the Indian sub-continent 
was not lost on the MOT director, a fact with which he confronted the then 
Governor General of Goa, Paulo Bernardo Guedes prompting the latter to point 
out that “Goa is not a Portuguese Colony but a province like any other province 
in Portugal proper. Every citizen of Goa is a full-fledged citizen of 
Portugal.” It is this detail that has stood hundreds of Goan youth in good 
stead when seeking Portuguese Passports so as to obtain employment abroad. 
Those lucky enough to be gainfully employed waste no time in remitting funds 
back-home, thereby in a domino effect, improving 

[Goanet] Fwd: Watch "Cortalim-Verna road to be shut for 1 year, divert Panaji-Margao traffic via Vasco" on YouTube

[Melvyn Fernandes]

-- Forwarded message -
From: Melvyn Fernandes 
Date: Tue, 11 Dec 2018 at 21:06
Subject: Watch "Cortalim-Verna road to be shut for 1 year, divert
Panaji-Margao traffic via Vasco" on YouTube
To: melvynfernandes 


https://youtu.be/A5MEHEWrbuo

GOA 1.  WHAT A STATE YEAR END DEC 2018

Date: 11 December 2018 at 21:06
Subject: Watch "Cortalim-Verna road to be shut for 1 year, divert
Panaji-Margao traffic via Vasco" on YouTube  click below

https://youtu.be/ <https://youtu.be/A5MEHEWrbuo>A line from the book
Sorrowing lies my land by Lambert Mascarenhas Inspired me during my early
teenage years over 45 years ago while in Nairobi Kenya I will need to read
the book again for the actual wordings .

As India powers ahead with its 5 Trillion Economy, the Motorway or
Skyscraper of a Highway 47 snaking through Goa  looks like a civil
engineers dream or a dodgy contractors playground as sleepy villages have
their roads and land devoured with heavy plant and machinery lying
everywhere  disregarding any dust control and human health it looks like a
semi controlled Building Site.

This Bombay By Pass to Kerala via Goa Karnataca and Manglore will be over
1270km when completed . The Goa Section towers above villages too high to
gauge the width of this concrete giant. Will there be provision for harbour
areas for emergency vehicles and slip roads for rest stops to villages
whose small shops that also is  the backbone of the economy of India.

What happens to the heavy poisonous carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles,
will this just float down to be gratefully received by the cashew, mango
trees amongst other vegetation to be turned into oxygen through
photosynthesis.  What will the health implications be amongst humans and
animals.

The Panjim to Mapusa tree lined road containing circles with flowers is
completely broken

Government Officials will come and go. The Administrators currently do not
have any initiative on Goa oh  What a State.



Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

14 December 2018



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[Goanet] UK - Remembrance Sunday 11 November 2018 100th Year Anniversary of the End of the First World War

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK - Remembrance Sunday 11 November 2018

100th Year Anniversary of the End of the First World War

Last Saturday at our local supermarket was a trestle table with merchandise in 
a regulated fund raising campaign for the Royal British Legion, a British 
National Movement to say “Thank You” to the entire First World War Generation. 
All who served, sacrificed and changed our world. Customers appear to be taken 
aback as it was manned by fellow Indians.

There was non-existent reporting in the local media that on Sunday 28 October 
at the Diwali Celebrations at Trafalgar Square, London there was a limited run 
of Khadi Poppies. These poppies are identical to the Legion and Poppy in all 
ways except the petals are made of Khadi, a spun cotton cloth popularised by 
Mahatma Gandhi on his spinning wheel.

The Legion will not accept any donations for this but asks that it be worn as a 
“Thank You” to the First World War Generation and encourage other British 
Asians to do the same. Together, we can ensure that Remembrance is understood 
and available to all and handed to the next generation.

Asian Voice Vol 47 issue 27 reminds us most Britons are unaware of the 
contribution made by the British Indian Army in undivided India of more than 4 
million men (over 1.5 Mn in World War 1)

The British memories of those who died in the World Wars is very Eurocentric. 
Many have forgotten how soldiers from colonial India gave up their lives for a 
country they were not born in, or have ever visited.

The memorial gate at Hyde Park set up by Baroness Flather is the only monument 
to particularly remember the soldiers of the Commonwealth.

While war raged in Europe and the Baltics research by Mr Clifford Pereira a 
fellow of the Royal Geographical Society tells of Goan Stewards on board Royal 
Navy ships in the Battle for lake Victoria in East Africa.

This Sunday the 11 of November attend a service of Remembrance near you and be 
an ambassador for Goa for this day at the 11 hour the angry guns went silent a 
hundred years ago. The power of Prayer and lighting candles in Church also 
helps keep the peace,

Be advised that the Goan Chaplaincy based at St Peter and Paul Church, One 
Cranmer Road, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4LD in addition to the monthly Konkani Mass 
is holding a Memorial Service at 3.00pm on 11 November.

Fr Patrick Dsouza has requested you send a list of your loved ones that are no 
longer with us and join in at a Tea and Snacks Social after mass.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

[Goanet] UK :Konkani Radio Launch 2 November (update) with worldwide availability.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK :Konkani Radio Launch 2 November (update) with worldwide availability.

Readers Subscribers and contributors will know that in 2018 Goanet reaches 
parts of our world that others are unable hence this invitation to tune in and 
participate with our new Goan Pilot of the Airwaves . Mr Roque Vaz for the 
Launch of The Two Hour Konkani Programme “ Konkani Uloi London Fuloi” on Friday 
2 November from 18:00 to 20:00 GMT. On FM 99.8 Radio Awaaz Community Radio 
station in Southampton Hampshire England. Gone are the days when a a clear blue 
sky was needed for an FM Signal to bounce off the Sky far a clear reception to 
your radio set. Also available on DAB in parts of Hampshire

Today our People live and work in different time zones, with different coloured 
Passports if you are on a ship plying the blue oceans or attending a summit or 
on the summit of a mountain maybe even enjoying a drive in the countryside or 
on vacation modern technology may be available near you to bring Goa and our 
Language so far and yet so near courtesy of the internet .You are invited to 
join in and Search for Awaaz FM 99.8 Southampton App on your mobile/cell phones 
in Google Play and in Google Store on your PC. You can also Search Awaaz FM 
Southampton in Simple Radio App & TuneIn Radio App. The Programme can also be 
accessed directly from the website from anywhere across the world. .

Don’t keep this to yourself share Pass it On to family and friends. Enjoy.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

22 September 2018

[Goanet] UK: lAUNCH OF KONKANI RADIO CHANNEL FRIDAY 2 NOVEMBER 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

KONKANI RADIO CHANNEL IN UK

Congratulations to Roque Vaz and Team for giving our people in the United 
Kingdom the opportunity to Participate and listen in our Langauge KonkaniI 
after Radio Mango based inToronto we wish you all the success and God Bless.

It’s here at last, the long awaited Konkani Radio channel in UK. Roque’s 
“Konkani Uloi London Fuloi” Radio channel will be launched on Friday, 2nd 
November, 2018. Please tune in and support UK’s very own Konkani Radio Channel.

“Konkani Uloi London Fuloi * Live Radio Broadcast on 99.8 FM Begins on Friday 
02 November 2018 from 6pm – 8 pm on AWAAZ.FM Southampton

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

19 Sept 2019

[Goanet] 19 August – World Goa Day best wishes to one and all.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

19 August – World Goa Day best wishes to one and all.

Thought for the day

Matthew 5:24 leave your gift there before the altar. First go and be ... 
https://biblehub.com/matthew/5-24.htm

https://biblehub.com/matthew/5-24.htm

First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift. ... the 
altar, and go -- first be reconciled to thy brother, and then having come bring 
thy gift.

[Goanet] UK : Opportunity for Celebs of Tommorow.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK : Opportunity for Celebs of Tommorow.

URGENT, URGENT, URGENT –From Greg Carvalho
Goan Child Actors between the ages of 3 to 5 are required for a short 
information film by Create Studios in Swindon who have been commissioned to 
make a fun and humorous film advert promoting the 30 hour entitlement for 
Nursery Childcare.

The child will be asked to deliver a few short lines to camera. The production 
date is 7th August. They will pay you a small fee of £ 80 for maximum 2 hours 
work.

Auditions will be held at at Create Studios, Swindon on Monday, 6th August 
2018. To book an audition slot please write :- mari...@createstudio.org.uk 
mailto:mari...@createstudio.org.uk

Note from the London Evening Standard The Royal Albert Hall searches for young 
stars to learn the ropes and put on a show. Since 1871 the venue has hosted 
artists from Edward Elgar to Ed Sheran not missing Patricio Rosario.Now its 
Young Producers Programme for 18 to 25 year olds gives applicants the chance to 
create their own events and get a foothold in the industry.

The six months course covers everything from marketing to events management 
before a two hour showcase at the hall in April..Applications are now open and 
no experience is necessary the closing date is September 3. For more 
information go to royalalberthall.com

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath

Surrey

31 July

[Goanet] World Goan Social Diary updated 20 June 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

World Goan Social Diary

(Updated 20 June 2018)

Where Our Goan People Support , Meet and Greet.A warm welcome awaits.

Showcasing our Music, Cuisine, Talent and Heritage. Including Feasts and 
festivals of Goa (June-Dec 2018)

Please forward and share with family and friends.

***

Bahrain Manamar Thur 21 June Viva St JOAO organised by Young GoansClub at 
zezenge pool opening San JOAO Parade at 8pm. A Funfilled night of entainment 
Games Live Goan music Adults Members BD1 Non members BD2 Children under six 
free all inclusive of Dinner. Limited invites contact 34089658, 
34404013,39123820,39263146

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USA LA California. USA LA Saturday, June 23rd 2018 Goans Of America Summer Ball

*Time*: 6pm - 12am Booking now openCost*: $35/ per person, includes dinner. Bar 
available. Children under 2free (no seating). Go to our website or Please book 
tickets here! *Place*: Tandoor 
Cuisine of India   1132 E. Katella Ave   Orange, CA 92867  
*Dress code:* Semi formal We will be rocking to the music of our very own Seely 
Band featuring: *Ray *(keyboard), *Richard *(lead vocals), *Ryan *(drums), 
*Warren *(lead guitar,vocals), *Agnelo *(guitar, vocals), *Nigel *(bass, 
vocals), *Felix *(vocals)and *Kristen* (vocals). 

UK Southampton Sat 23 June 2018: Golden Goa Southampton Annual Picnic, Avon 
Beach Dorset. Return coach from Southampton.(Sold Out) Private vehicles invited 
more the merrier

WhatsApp Roque 07816 195002 or email roque...@yahoo.co.uk 
mailto:roque...@yahoo.co.uk

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UK London North Sun 24 June 2018: Benaulim Association UK invites you to 
celebrate the feast of their Patron St John the Baptist at Woodside High School 
Hall, White Hart Lane, Wood Green N22. Holy Mass will start promptly at 
12.30pm, followed by dancing to the sounds of 'SHADES'. Tickets which include 
delicious snacks and a meal costs £12 for members and £14 for guests. Children 
6 TO 15 years £7 and FREE for 5 and under. Please book early to avoid any 
disappointment. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. For further details and 
tickets please call Jack on 0208 903 9017, Mary 0208 803 9752, Filu 020 7625 
4728 Josephine 0208 352 8355/07957148406.

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Goa Margao Sun 24 June 3pm – 10pm Viva SAO JOAO at Green Amaze

Goa Saligao Sun 24 June welcome to Saligao in its third year from 10.30 am 
onwards Vangodd De Saligao, celebrating the unity and togetherness of 
Saligaokars Mae De Deus Church Compound Saligao also the celebration of SanJoao 
with a difference

Usa –Mon 25 June Sao Joao Goan Cooking Contest any Goan Apperatizer or Entrée 
can be included.Food may be brought warm or heated at the venue by 1pm at the 
Califonians Goans 2015 Rengstoref Avenue,Mountain View CA Entry fee USD 20.00 
First Prize USD300.00 2ND Prize USD 200.00 3RD Prize USD100.00

UK Sunday 30 June Swindon Summer Fiesta 15.00 at Punjabi Community Centre 
Swindon SN2 8AZ

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JULY 2018

UK London South Sun. 1 July 2018: Aldona Association (London) would like to 
invite you to celebrate our 42nd Feast of Saint Thomas at Archbishop Lanfranc 
Academy, Mitcham Road, Croydon CR9 3AS. Holy Mass starting promptly at 12pm, 
followed by Social with ‘Live’ Music from the UK’s No.1 Goan Band ‘Shades’ plus 
our very own DJ Richiee. Tickets (include Snacks & Meal): Members £13, Guests 
£15, Children (6-11 years) £6, Children (Under 5) Free. Book early to avoid 
disappointment – Tickets will not be sold at the door. For tickets and further 
details, please email: aldonalon...@gmail.com mailto:aldonalon...@gmail.com or 
call Gary Coutinho: 07958 435147 or Michelle DeSouza: 07713 449906

UK Birmingham Harbone Sunday 22 July 2.30 to 4.30

Goans in Birmingham invite you to participate in their 8th Annual Family Day 
and Talent Show at Moor Pool Hall, The Circle Harbone Birmingham B17 9dy

ll ages invited are welcome to participate singing,dancing,drama the list goes 
on.Kindly send in your names if you want to perform last date to Register is 14 
July.

Tickets Adulys and over 16 yrs 15.00 including Food Drinks and Entertainment

5 to 15 yrs 8.00 Under 5yrs Free

Dress Code Casual

CONTACT Beryl Rodrigues 07813579276 or email gib2011b...@gmail.com 
mailto:gib2011b...@gmail.com

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Canada Mississauga Sat 28 July 2018: Viva Goa 2018 - GOA Toronto | GOA Toronto

https://goatoronto.com/viva-goa-2018/

Canada Missisuaga Toronto Sat 28 July Viva Goa presents Legends of Goa 
supporting Mississauga food bank at “Father Kamber” Croatian Recreational Park, 
4525 Missisauga Road, Eglinton from 11am to 7pm.

Visitors are requested to bring non perishable items for the Missisuaga Food 
Bank.

Tickets: Regular $10.00, GOA Members $8.00 (Until May 13), Children under 12 
free.

Selwyn Colaco 416 6485468 Errol Francis 9056242566 Rachelle Almeida 647 8298306 
Linda DSA 9058248406 Greta Dias905 646 2853 Hema Pereira 647500 6103 Cassian 
Rodrigues 905301 2160 Bernie Raymond Souza 416892 2629 Noreen Almeida 416303 
8360 Lynette 

[Goanet] UK:London West Southall Musical Extravaganza 27 May.

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Grina Pereira’s Musical Extravaganza on 27 May 2018 at Villiers High 
School,Southall England was “Pure Silk” from Back stage well-dressed and 
organised crew to sound and lighting engineers the Band and Master of 
Ceremonies seating arrangements to the quality of catering.   It was such a 
great delight for all who attended PUTTING THE Talent of Goa and its People 
Centre Stage.

The Stars off the Musical were our young people, their performance in amche 
bhas was indeed refreshing to hear, true ambassadors for their villages in 
state of Goa and our people. I hope this revival will continue and encourage 
others.

Seen on a recent Whats App:

You can travel First Class or Economy the destination will be the same.

You can wear a Rolex Watch or an Ordinary one the Time will still be the same.

You can drive a Mercedes or a Nano the Road will still be the same Road.

What I am trying to say is as people we Goans say one thing and do another but 
we are still Goan, you will find this all around the world as its in the DNA.

We have fellow Goans who work for the development of our community while others 
are Hand in Pocket like parasites feeding on our community especially those who 
are vulnerable.

If we had no Criminals there would be no need for Police.

We do have a silent majority of Goans with a good name, in time I feel sure 
they will come forward and develop our community hopefully in this generation. 
The musical show could be a turning point and an example to us all.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

9 June 2018

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.co.

[Goanet] World Social Diart (Updated 3June 2018)

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

World Social Diary

(Updated 3June 2018)

Where Our Goan People Support, Meet and Greet.

Showcasing our Music, Cuisine, Talent and Heritage. Including Feasts and 
festivals of Goa (June-Dec 2018)

Please forward and share with family and friends.

UK London East Sat 9 June 2018 Goan Boys East London on the occasion of St. 
Anthony Feast presents 5th Annual Dance n Dine at our Lady of Compassion Parish 
Centre,Castle Street,Easy Ham E6 1PP. From 6.00pm Tickets £10.00 inc Buffet. 
Drinks and Snacks sold separately.

Contact Jojo 07767961415

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UK Colchester Essex Sunday 10 June- Satnav CO1 IXN Goan Snacks at Scottish 
Themed Festival =26th Annual Pipes in the Park from 10.00 am. Admission Free, 
Car Parking £2.00

Castle Park is transformed into a salad bowl of Bagpipes displaying Various 
Tartan Kilts for a Scottish themed day out, culminating in the awesome massed 
pipes and drums at 5pm. With pipers, drummer and dancers performing throughout 
the day in their colourful kilts, there is plenty to see and hear. A great 
range of local craft stalls, children's entertainments and food and drink 
outlets make for a perfect family day out. Entrance to the park (public) is 
free, so come and enjoy 'Pipes in the Park' garnished with Quality Goan Snacks 
from Goan Cusine of Epsom.http://www.goancuisine.co.ukCatchpole Road CO1 
1XN.Lucky number prize draws.

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UKLondon Nortg Harrow Sunday. 10 Jun Safari Cenima : 1.30 pm. Goan Folklore 
Productions presents a Bardroy Barretto film "NACHOM-IA KUMPASAR". With English 
subtitles. A tribute to the unsung musicians of Goa,By Public demand and on Big 
Screen The much talked about Multiple Award winning Goan movie, Safari Cinema, 
2 Station Road, Harrow, HA1 2TU, on Sunday, 10th June, 2018 at 1.30pm. ONE SHOW 
ONLY so book your tickets without delay. For tickets, £10 each, HOUNSLOW - 
Freddy~07438 284636, # WEMBLEY - Seby~07405107613, HAYES - Fredy~07929 369188, 
# SOUTHALL-Theodor~07811 113119 HARROW - Gregg~07931 753653.

UK London south Sun. 17 June 2018: Siolim Union (London) invites you to 
celebrate their 38th Anniversary of the Feast of St Anthony of Padua to be held 
at Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, Mitcham Road, Croydon CR9 3AS. Mass at 12 noon 
prompt, followed by dancing to the fabulous music of 'MAZ & CO'. Tickets: 
Members £14, Guests £15 include snacks and a Goan meal. Children under 12 years 
free admission. Licensed Bar available. Dress - Formal (strictly no jeans or 
trainers). No table reservations allowed. The Managing Committee reserve the 
right of admission. For tickets please contact: Tony Fernandes 020 85403566, 
Eugene Fernandes 020 86654773, Loretta Fernandes 020 83309307 or Wendy 
Fernandes 020 87680545

***

USA LA California. USA LA Saturday, June 23rd 2018 Goans Of America Summer Ball

*Time*: 6pm - 12am Booking now openCost*: $35/ per person, includes dinner. Bar 
available. Children under 2free (no seating). Go to our website or Please book 
tickets here! *Place*: Tandoor 
Cuisine of India   1132 E. Katella Ave   Orange, CA 92867  
*Dress code:* Semi formal We will be rocking to the music of our very own Seely 
Band featuring: *Ray *(keyboard), *Richard *(lead vocals), *Ryan *(drums), 
*Warren *(lead guitar,vocals), *Agnelo *(guitar, vocals), *Nigel *(bass, 
vocals), *Felix *(vocals)and *Kristen* (vocals). 

UK Southampton Sat 23 June 2018: Golden Goa Southampton Annual Picnic, Avon 
Beach Dorset. Return coach from Southampton.(Sold Out) Private vehicles invited 
more the merrier

WhatsApp Roque 07816 195002 or email roque...@yahoo.co.uk 
mailto:roque...@yahoo.co.uk

***

UK London North Sun 24 June 2018: Benaulim Association UK invites you to 
celebrate the feast of their Patron St John the Baptist at Woodside High School 
Hall, White Hart Lane, Wood Green N22. Holy Mass will start promptly at 
12.30pm, followed by dancing to the sounds of 'SHADES'. Tickets which include 
delicious snacks and a meal costs £12 for members and £14 for guests. Children 
6 TO 15 years £7 and FREE for 5 and under. Please book early to avoid any 
disappointment. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. For further details and 
tickets please call Jack on 0208 903 9017, Mary 0208 803 9752, Filu 020 7625 
4728 Josephine 0208 352 8355/07957148406.

***

UK Sunday 30 June Swindon Summer Fiesta 15.00

at Punjabi Community Centre Swindon SN2 8AZ

***

JULY 2018

UK London South Sun. 1 July 2018: Aldona Association (London) would like to 
invite you to celebrate our 42nd Feast of Saint Thomas at Archbishop Lanfranc 
Academy, Mitcham Road, Croydon CR9 3AS. Holy Mass starting promptly at 12pm, 
followed by Social with ‘Live’ Music from the UK’s No.1 Goan Band ‘Shades’ plus 
our very own DJ Richiee. Tickets (include Snacks & Meal): Members £13, Guests 
£15, Children (6-11 years) £6, Children (Under 5) Free. Book early to avoid 
disappointment – Tickets will not be sold at the door. For tickets and 

[Goanet] UK:Thunder and Lightning Display Setting for Goan Musical

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK:Thunder and Lightning Display Setting for Goan Musical

Thunder and Lightning display with 20,000 electrical storms in the early hours 
of Sunday 27th May 2018 over London and South England was nature’s setting for 
Grina Pereira’s Musical Extravaganza opening night at Villiers High School 
Southall where our younger children with 30 songs, 2 dances and 4 part comedy 
supported by adults brought to life captivating an audience for an evening 
showcasing our Konkani Songs, Music. Comedy and Dance along with a ruchichem 
Goan supper.

Only a dedicated volunteer workforce could have laid on a Champagne event not 
Prosecco at beer prices. You would be hard pressed to be entertained with 
music, comedy and a delicious and tasty Goan 6 course Buffet including Sorpotel 
, Chicken Xacuti and Mango miskut supplied by Grinas Catering (07846657791) all 
for Stg.£10.00. It is refreshing to note we still have honest people in 
Breadline Britain. Credit must also go to the marketing and backup of 
volunteers headed by Grina, Peter, Greg, Simon and Francisco.

The show opened with music by Frampton, Sound by Proto, Stage lighting and 
special effects by Greg and Compered by Roque & Ciana

Photo Credit: Rose Fernandes

Picture shows our participating young people with their personalised memento of 
the Musical Extravaganza with Grina true ambassadors for Goa and our music. 
Tribute must be paid to their patriotic parents for inspiring and encouraging 
our next generation in preserving our music and language Konkani not forgetting 
the support of the audience some of who travelled long distances, this 
brilliant musical would not have taken place.

Proud to be Goan – Celebrate World Goa Day 19 August 2018.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath, Surrey

29 May 2018

[Goanet] UK London Sunday27 May 2018: Musical Evening 5pm

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK London Sunday27 May 2018: Musical Evening 5pm

Southall,Villiers High School,Boyd Avenue UB1 3BT start 5PM – Ample Parking

A musical evening showcasing Goans have Talent through Song, Music and Comedy 
with a cast of 18 children and 17 Adults

Traditional Goan ruchichem snacks and a meal included in price Adults £10.00 . 
This is a show where children are the stars accompanied by professional guest 
Tiatrist to entertain you.

The show has, 30 Songs, 4 part Comedy written by Comedian Socorro and 2 dances.

It’s a “must” family show, don’t miss it under any circumstances. Come and 
support our children bring to life an evening of Songs, Music, Comedy, Dance 
and Food.


For entry pass please contact Grina 07846657791, Francisco 07846 034060 Peter 
07417 494316 Simon 07417 437462 Greg 07931753653

Come early and have an enjoyable family and friends evening Call and reserve 
your Entry Pass Tickets now.

[Goanet] World Social Diary Updated From 27 May

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

World Social Diary

(Updated MAY- June 2018)

Where Goan People Support, Meet and Greet.

Showcasing our Music, Cuisine, Talent and Heritage.

Please forward and share with family and friends.

.

***

UK London 27 May 2018: Southall,Villiers High School,Boyd Avenue UB1 3BT 5PM a 
musical evening showcasing Goans have Talent through Song, Music and Comedy 
Traditional Goan Snacks and a meal included in price Adults £10.00 . This is a 
show where children are the stars accompanied by professional guest Tiatrist to 
entertain you.

Parents please note your Children with talent are invited and encouraged to 
take part t please contact Grina 07846657791, Francisco 07846 034060 Peter 
07417 494316 Simon 07417 437462 Greg 07931753653

For Tickets and further information please contact the above.Today

***

JUNE 2018

UK Swindon Sat. 2nd June 2018. Wyvern Theatre Swindon, SN1 1QN at 2.30 & 
6.30pm. Samhen Production Presents Samuel Carvalho's new play “NHOIM MOGACHE 
PUN ROGTACHE” with starry casts and fresh faces alike with enjoyable evening of 
laughter & tears combined that you won’t regret booking for. Sound by 
Waterfront (Carlos) and Lights Greg Carvalho.

Wembley contacts: Luiza 07949366303, S Caitan 07440384326, Martin 07438470500, 
Asis 07459458363, Felix Gonsalves 07800570081.

Swindon contacts: Monty 07417388762, Alvaro 07440720334, Bala Peter 
07438779468, Vital 07459237802, Olavo 07448334041, Augustin 07405696091.

Southall contacts: Liston 07424765111, Inacio Sequeira 07542039323, Sebastian 
Pinheiro 07401870858, Peter De Souza 07448331204, Geldo 07448177490.

***

UK London Sunday 3 June 3.00 – 7.00pm launch of a project to create a New 
Festival for the UK Goan Community.

Please click here for a link to a video about it https://youtu.be/w2E2BQPoXsA 
https://youtu.be/w2E2BQPoXsA

Roman Catholic church of t Aloysius Hall,Somers Town 20 Phoenix Road Euston NW1 
1TA. Off Eversholt Street East of Euston Station.This is a brainstorming 
event,the hall has been booked for 50 people.Finger food welcome bring and 
share.Organised by Jason Fernandes.

***

UK London East Sat 9 June 2018 Goan Boys East London on the occasion of St. 
Anthony Feast presents 5th Annual Dance n Dine at our Lady of Compassion Parish 
Centre,Castle Street,Easy Ham E6 1PP. From 6.00pm Tickets £10.00 inc Buffet. 
Drinks and Snacks sold separately.

Contact Jojo 07767961415

***

UK Colchester Essex Sunday 10 June- Pipes in the Park

Castle Park makes the perfect setting for a Scottish themed day out, 
culminating in the awesome massed pipes and drums at 5pm. With pipers, drummer 
and dancers performing throughout the day in their colourful kilts, there is 
plenty to see and hear. A great range of local craft stalls, children's 
entertainments and food and drink outlets make for a perfect family day out. 
Entrance to the park (public) is free, so come and enjoy 'Pipes in the Park' 
Quality Goan food and Spices will be available from Goan Cusine of 
Epsom.http://www.goancuisine.co.uk Car Parking £2.00 entrance. Catchpole Road 
CO1 1XN.Lucky number prize draws.

***

UK London Sun. 17 June 2018: Siolim Union (London) invites you to celebrate 
their 38th Anniversary of the Feast of St Anthony of Padua to be held at 
Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, Mitcham Road, Croydon CR9 3AS. Mass at 12 noon 
prompt, followed by dancing to the fabulous music of 'MAZ & CO'. Tickets: 
Members £14, Guests £15 include snacks and a Goan meal. Children under 12 years 
free admission. Licensed Bar available. Dress - Formal (strictly no jeans or 
trainers). No table reservations allowed. The Managing Committee reserve the 
right of admission. For tickets please contact: Tony Fernandes 020 85403566, 
Eugene Fernandes 020 86654773, Loretta Fernandes 020 83309307 or Wendy 
Fernandes 020 87680545

***

USA LA California. USA LA Saturday, June 23rd 2018 Goans Of America Summer Ball

 *Time*: 6pm - 12am Booking now open *Cost*: $35/ per person, includes dinner. 
Bar available. Children under 2free (no seating). Go to our website or Please 
book tickets here! *Place*: 
Tandoor Cuisine of India   1132 E. Katella Ave   Orange, CA 
92867  *Dress code:* Semi formal We will be rocking to the music of our very 
own Seely Band featuring: *Ray *(keyboard), *Richard *(lead vocals), *Ryan 
*(drums), *Warren *(lead guitar,vocals), *Agnelo *(guitar, vocals), *Nigel 
*(bass, vocals), *Felix *(vocals)and *Kristen* (vocals). 

UK Southampton Sat 23 June 2018: Golden Goa Southampton Annual Picnic, Avon 
Beach Dorset. Return coach from Southampton.(Sold Out)

WhatsApp Roque 07816 195002 or email roque...@yahoo.co.uk 
mailto:roque...@yahoo.co.uk

***

UK London Sun 24 June 2018: Benaulim Association UK invites you to celebrate 
the feast of their Patron St John the Baptist at Woodside High School Hall, 
White Hart Lane, Wood Green N22. Holy Mass will start promptly at 12.30pm, 
followed by dancing to the sounds of 

Re: [Goanet] Summer Ball 2018 Eugene Correia Response by Melvyn Fernandes

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Re: [Goanet] Summer Ball 2018 
https://www.mail-archive.com/goanet@lists.goanet.org/msg129298.html Eugene 
Correia Response by Melvyn Fernandes

Eugene

what is in a Name I don’t think there are chapters in America either North or 
South

If you agree until we are administratively organised the following will have to 
do to connect our people.

Goans of America – GOA

Goans of Birmingham –GOB does not sound right in English

Goan Associations and Societies –Various countries awaiting connection

Global Goan Alliance –mean well no structure

Global Goans –No Structure

Golden Goa Southampton

There are so many issues that until we can agree with one another for the 
development of our community nothing will happen.

We can always start with World Goa Day to remind us of our Langauge ,Music 
Cusine,Culture and Heritage something for the next generation many are neither 
here nor there in the various countries on planet earth.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

12 May 2018

[Goanet] World Social Diary updated May 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

World:Diary

(Update: MAY-2018)

Where Goan People Support, Meet and Greet.

Showcasing our Music, Cuisine, Talent and Heritage.

Please forward and share with family and friends.

MAY 2018

GOA -Global Goans Network as part of World Goa Day Celebrations 2018 worldwide 
is bringing out a book “Goa Stories”, and invites all age groups to participate 
and share interesting stories of your childhood as accurately as possible for 
publication

Feel free to use our “Amchi Bhas”, our local colourful Konkani with its English 
translation in Brackets

It is hoped that your untold stories will evoke memories from your childhood 
days. A gift to our younger generation who are born and spread out in the 
diaspora. Your entry 500 words min to 3000 words max further details from 
goastoriesfromchildh...@gmail.com

***

UK London Sun: 20 May 2018: Margao Union UK invites you to celebrate Feast of 
The Holy Spirit at The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy Mitcham Road Croydon, CR9 
3AS. Holy Mass at 1245pm followed by dancing to the sound of Stringalong by 
Inacio. Tickets (Tickets include Snack, meal and dessert). Before 30 April: 
Adult: £12.00 Children (5 -14): £8. Thereafter all Tickets: £15.00. Contact 
Bella: 0208 372 1253 or 07949 233307; email: isabellafernan...@hotmail.co.uk 
mailto:isabellafernan...@hotmail.co.uk . Xavy: 0208 803 5146 or 07507 950455 
Rosalind: 0208 767 8652, Camilo: 0208 801 3637 Lucas: 0795 714 8406.

***

UK 25 May 2018 GDPR becomes Law are you and your organisation compliant.

What is the GDPR?

The General Data Protection Regulation is a new, European-wide law that 
replaces the Data Protection Act 1998 in the UK. It places greater obligations 
on how organisations handle personal data. It comes into effect on 25 May 2018.

The really big issue facing us Goans at the moment is, though, the General Data 
Protection Regulations (GDPR) which will also have an effect on clubs and 
associations and how they store and use their members’ personal data.

The Information commissioner’s office Phone helpline is aimed at people running 
small businesses or charities. To access the new service dial the ICO helpline 
https://ico.org.uk/global/contact-us/helpline/  on 0303 123 1113 and select 
option 4 to be diverted to staff who can offer support.

This dedicated advice line offers help to small organisations preparing for the 
new data protection law, including the General Data Protection Regulation.   
https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-the-general-data-protection-regulation-gdpr/

***

UK London 27 May 2018: Goans have Talent an evening of Song, Music Comedy 
Traditional Goan Snacks and a meal. This is a show where children are the stars 
accompanied by professional guest Tiatrist to entertain you.

Children who wish to take part please contact Grina 07846657791, Francisco 
07846 034060 Peter 07417 494316 Simon 07417 437462 Greg 07931753653

For Tickets and further information please contact the above.

Villiers High School,Boyd Avenue Southall UB1 3bt at 5.00pm

***

JUNE 2018

UK Swindon Sat. 2nd June 2018. Wyvern Theatre Swindon, SN1 1QN at 2.30 & 
6.30pm. Samhen Production Presents Samuel Carvalho's new play “NHOIM MOGACHE 
PUN ROGTACHE” with starry casts and fresh faces alike with enjoyable evening of 
laughter & tears combined that you won’t regret booking for. Sound by 
Waterfront (Carlos) and Lights Greg Carvalho.

Wembley contacts: Luiza 07949366303, S Caitan 07440384326, Martin 07438470500, 
Asis 07459458363, Felix Gonsalves 07800570081.

Swindon contacts: Monty 07417388762, Alvaro 07440720334, Bala Peter 
07438779468, Vital 07459237802, Olavo 07448334041, Augustin 07405696091.

Southall contacts: Liston 07424765111, Inacio Sequeira 07542039323, Sebastian 
Pinheiro 07401870858, Peter De Souza 07448331204, Geldo 07448177490.

***

UK Colchester Essex Sunday 10 June- Pipes in the Park

Castle Park makes the perfect setting for a Scottish themed day out, 
culminating in the awesome massed pipes and drums at 5pm. With pipers, drummer 
and dancers performing throughout the day in their colourful kilts, there is 
plenty to see and hear. A great range of local craft stalls, children's 
entertainments and food and drink outlets make for a perfect family day out. 
Entrance to the park (public) is free, so come and enjoy 'Pipes in the Park' 
Quality Goan food and Spices will be available from Goan Cusine of 
Epsom.http://www.goancuisine.co.uk Car Parking £2.00 entrance. Catchpole Road 
CO1 1XN.Lucky number prize draws.

***

UK London Sun. 17 June 2018: Siolim Union (London) invites you to celebrate 
their 38th Anniversary of the Feast of St Anthony of Padua to be held at 
Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, Mitcham Road, Croydon CR9 3AS. Mass at 12 noon 
prompt, followed by dancing to the fabulous music of 'MAZ & CO'. Tickets: 
Members £14, Guests £15 include snacks and a Goan meal. Children under 12 years 
free admission. Licensed Bar available. Dress - Formal (strictly no jeans or 
trainers). No 

Re: [Goanet] UK: 29 April Cortalim Celebrates Ruby Anniversary – A Champagne event at Beer Prices (Updated)

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

(Updated)

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> > > > UK: 29 April Cortalim Celebrates Ruby Anniversary – A 
> > > > Champagne event at Beer Prices
> > > > 
> > > > With the cold icy wind from the artic still blasting 
> > > > the London (England) area since the start of the feasts season just 
> > > > after Lent there is nothing like the warm welcome that awaits the 
> > > > annual get togethers at Goan village feasts where our people with their 
> > > > family and friends meet greet pray and celebrate together all the 
> > > > ingredients forwards health and well-being as personal troubles are 
> > > > forgotten for at least one day.
> > > > 
> > > > Taking centre stage this year was the 40th Anniversary 
> > > > of Cortalim Union UK celebrating the Feast of St Philip & St James at 
> > > > the newly Refurbished Archbishop Lanfranc Academy near Croydon. 40 
> > > > Years is a long time ago and the dedication with good governance of 
> > > > committee members past and present must be acknowledged to keep any 
> > > > organisation going in these difficult days. Village organisations play 
> > > > a vital part in keeping the spirit of Goa alive. The support given by 
> > > > Cortalim Union members and guest is no exception as many travelled long 
> > > > distances to meet greet and celebrate.
> > > > 
> > > > Sunday Mass Celebrant was Fr.Tony Fernandes 
> > > > (Nairobi/Aldona/Manchester) who informed about the importance of 
> > > > communication with young people as he explained the reading 
> > > > Peter3:18-24. The mass ended with a special prayer for the 
> > > > beatification of Fr. Annelo D'Souza, a must that should be included at 
> > > > every Goan celebration. After mass, Holy pictures were distributed by 
> > > > Francis Gomes on behalf of the Gomes Family while the seating was 
> > > > rearranged to reveal an intricately decorated hall based on the 
> > > > collective creative talents of Lourdes Da Cruz, Loretta Da Costa, 
> > > > Sandra Fernandes and Linda Thomson. It could easily pass as the state 
> > > > ballroom of Buckingham Palace as no effort was spared. A personalised 
> > > > tag was designed for everyone to collect a gift bag containing the 40th 
> > > > Anniversary Souvenir, delightfully edited by Christopher Da Cruz, and a 
> > > > China mug embossed with the picture of Cortalim Church of St Philip and 
> > > > St James and the logo of Cortalim Union UK.
> > > > 
> > > > The Logo at first glance is unusual, but on explanation 
> > > > the “C” is converted into the rising sun and “U” is into water/ocean 
> > > > with swaying palms to emphasise the nature of Cortalim. Orange is the 
> > > > warmth of Cortalim People. Blue is for Perfection, Professionalism and 
> > > > Unity. This criteria was emulated 100 percent in the anniversary cake 
> > > > designed by Lourdes Da Cruz, and not forgetting the flower buttonholes 
> > > > by Piedade D'Mello and Franskina Lobo.
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > No Goan Party is complete without the ingredients of 
> > > > Good Food, Music and Drink . The Sumptuous meal was provided by 
> > > > Bernie's Catering (0208 674 0445) and music by OUTBREAK led by Tome De 
> > > > Souza (Band lead), Valentine Fernandes (singer), Vency Dias, Keegan 
> > > > Abreu, Savio Pacheco and Kim Abreu. The generation gap was filled in by 
> > > > DJ Stephanie and solo singer Druston D'Mello, while the lovely Maria Da 
> > > > Silva from Leicester thrilled guests with her very entertaining Belly 
> > > > Dance. A mention must be made for the low cost bar services provided by 
> > > > Cos Fernandes and Conrad Henriques of Coscon Bar Services (07985 22 
> > > > 7757) who contributed to the feel good factor keeping all entertained 
> > > > and in liquid refreshed till well after sunset. Spare a thought for the 
> > > > organisers, it would have been a long day organising a Champagne Event 
> > > > at Beer Prices ... people came happy and went home happier - long may 
> > > > this trend continue. Well done Cortalim Union.
> > > > 
> > > > Cortalim Union is always seeking to extend its 
> > > > mwmbership.Membership is extended to uk residents from neighgouring 
> > > > villages of Sancoale,Agacaim,Rasaim and Verna.Please contact 
> > > > cortalimunio...@gmail.com
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> > > > Melvyn Fernandes
> > > > 
> > > > Thornton Heath Surrey England
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> > > > 30 April 2018
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[Goanet] UK: 29 April Cortalim Celebrates Ruby Anniversary – A Champagne event at Beer Prices

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: 29 April Cortalim Celebrates Ruby Anniversary – A Champagne event at Beer 
Prices

With the cold icy wind from the artic still blasting the London (England) area 
since the start of the feasts season just before Lent there is nothing like the 
warm welcome that awaits the annual get togethers at Goan village feasts where 
our people with their family and friends meet greet pray and celebrate together 
all the ingredients forwards health and wellbeing as personal troubles are 
forgotten for at least one day.

Taking centre stage this year was the 40th Annivisary of Cortalim Union UK 
celebrating the Feast of St Philip & St James at the newly Refurbished 
Archbishop Lanfranc Academy nr Croydon.40 Years is a long time ago and the 
dedication with good governance of committee members past and present must be 
acknowledged to keep any organisation going in these difficult days. Village 
organisations play a vital part in keeping the spirit of Goa alive. The support 
given by Cortalim union members and guest is no exception as many travelled 
long distances to meet greet and celebrate.

Sunday Mass Celebrant was Fr.Tony Fernandes (Nairobi/Aldona/Manchester) who 
informed about the importance of communication with young people as he 
explained the reading Peter3:18-24. After mass , Holy pictures were distributed 
by Francis on behalf of the Gomes Family while the seating was rearranged to an 
intricately decorated hall with the collective creative talent of Lourdes Da 
Cruz,Loreta Da Costa,Sandra Fernandes and Linda Thomson. it could easily pass 
as the state ballroom of Buckingham Palace no effort was spared. A personalised 
tag was designed for everyone to collect a gift bag containing the 40th 
Anniversary Souvenir delightfully edited by Christopher Da Cruz and a China mug 
embossed with the picture of Cortalim Church of St Philip and St James along 
with the logo of Cortalim Union Uk.

The Logo at first glance is unusual on explanation “C” is converted into the 
rising sun and “U” is into water/ocean with swaying palms to emphasize the 
nature of Cortalim .Orange is the warmth of Cortalim People. Blue is for 
perfection, Professionalism and Unity. This criteria was 100 percent including 
the annivisary cake designed by Lourdes Da Cruz not forgetting the flower 
buttonholes by Piedade DMello and Francina Lobo.

No Goan Party is complete without the ingredients of Good Food,Music and Drink 
,the Sumptuous meal was provided by Bernies Catering, music by John Pinheiro 
Lead Guitar and Singer,Hilary Pinheiro Drummer,Amorin on Bass Pratnov Fernandes 
Keyboard Player Gladrin Fernandes female singer apologies to Rainbows end and 
Outbreak I may have got you mixed up both good bands. The generation gap was 
filled in by DJ Stephanie and a mention must be made for the low cost bar 
services provided by Cos Fernandes and Conrad Henriques of Coscon Bar Services 
who contributed to the feel good factor keepin all entairtained and in liquid 
refreshment till well after sunset.Spare a thought or the organisers it will 
have been a long day organising a champagne event at Beer Prices people came 
happy and went home happier long may this trend continue.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

30 April 2018

[Goanet] Kidney Dialysis Facilities in GOA

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Kidney Dialysis Facilities in GOA

Can anyone recommend of a Kidney Dialysis Facility

1. Near Panjim
2. Near Margao
3. Near Candolim

Thanks

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com mailto:melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

29 April 2018

[Goanet] UK: Fri 6 April Good News Chocolates escape Sugar Tax

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK: Fri 6 April Good News Chocolates escape Sugar Tax

On Friday 6 April 2018, the UK Government imposed a Tax on all sugary drinks 
and juices. This was to tackle the growing obesity in the UK especially among 
children and reduce the rise in diabetes and other conditions due to high 
consumption of sugary items.

Lucky for us, chocolates were exempt.   Chocolates are a high invisible export 
from the United Kingdom as they are taken all around the world as presents to 
spread happiness.

For us Goans in the UK this is especially good news as for relations and 
friends suitcases full of chocolates are taken from here to Goa with goodwill, 
a common myth is that they taste better from abroad not because they are given 
free purchased from earnings in the UK.

In our FT World , Fotikoros and Toadokis( Liars and Cheats) anything goes. True 
a fruit and nut chocolate purchased in Goa may have just one piece of fruit and 
half a nut but the taste is, according to my taste buds, no different. Try the 
Triangular Toblerore or Ferro Roche let us know the difference if any.

In the UK the Chocolate sizes have got smaller for the same price so this 
season even more can fit in a suitcase so you need not miss anyone to share the 
happiness. After all who wants to see a sad face during vacation?  Cadbury is 
still first choice.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

8th April 2018

[Goanet] UK: The fork in the road with no directional signs and O in the middle - Part A

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK:   The fork in the road with no directional signs and O in the middle - Part 
A

Easter Bank Holiday Monday and the first quarter of 2018 is over, gone for 
ever. The people I grew up with are not the same people we live with today. 
When you are persuaded to give your hard earned cash with sob stories and 
crocodile tears in the name of Charity keep this in mind.  

UK Annual CEO Salaries (e)

Christian Aid GBP £126,000

Cancer Research £240,000

NSPCC £167,000

Unicef £395,000

Age UK £190,000

Macmillan £161,000

British Red Cross £184,000

Oxfam £119,000

Save the Children £163,000

Alas with Goan Welfare UK (£ Amount Unknown) -   Is it being shared amongst 
Trustees and associates?   Is this the question to be asked?   See Public 
Notification from website of Goan Welfare Society UK.  

What would you say on the statement below from GWS Website True or False?

“However, as required by the Charity Commission, the Charity operates as an 
autonomous body with its own membership and raising its own funds. The present 
Trustees are: Paul De Mendonça, Norma Menezes-Rahim, Alfred Rebello, Raymond 
Lobo and Flavio Gracias.”

A communication picked up at a village function by myself and presumably others 
attending the function was the trustees report for the financial year ended 31 
December 2016 dated 1 October 2017.   It did not indicate the venue, date of 
meeting, who and how many members were present, etc. Does this organisation 
have any criteria or operating standards?

Membership is GBP £1.00 for life based on the Anglo Indian Model of the 1970s 
with the Annual “Help A Poor Child” event being their main function. Correct me 
if I am wrong but I have heard no more news on either this Annual Fundraising 
Event or hot off the press fundraising events for this charity. Will someone in 
the know provide an update?

NB: Most of the above were former Directors of the Goan Association who have 
now moved across to what appears to be self-appointed, elevated Trustees for 
GWS – Goan Welfare Society. I feel sure that anyone who carries out an Audit 
trail over the last ten years would find it very revealing.   Some UK Banks 
offer basic account opening facilities for GBP £1.00 you can always get your 
money back on closing protected by the Financial Authorities.

Those living in Breadline Britain have developed and are still developing 
innovative income streams. Just look at the recent 31st December 2017Charity 
dance organised by the GWS, income streams would have included not just the 
ticket money, bar income but lucrative raffle selling as well as hats and 
festive items to bring in the New Year.   I am also given to understand that 
there was revenue from a “Pop Up” pre-planned membership subscription drive.   
If you attended the 31st New Year Dance event and feel Toadokid(Cheated) 
contact the Police.

In previous communications, I have already touched on our ‘FT world’ of 
Fotkiros (Liars) and Todokis (Cheats).   The appeals for “funeral funding” to 
pay for transportation of the newly arrived Goan who has died in UK back to 
Goa, the family claiming to have no money for burial in Goa.   Has anyone seen 
accountability for such lucrative appeals?  

Are those contributing to such appeals aware that accounts of the GWS show a 
balance in 2016 of GBP 212, 500 (Two hundred and twelve thousand five hundred 
pounds), enough to send at least 100 coffins to Goa!   With such a large 
balance, I am surprised that no one in our community has questioned why appeals 
for funds in 2017 took place.  

As a community we have reached a fork in the road with Goan Overseas 
Association in the middle with the “O” the left or right with no direction 
could be either Goan Association UK Limited Company Registration no 04768032 or 
Goan Welfare Society Registered Charity No 280642 with The Goan Association in 
the Middle Registration No 04768032. The named Directors are Ms Mary Bernadette 
Gracias Company Secretary appointed 18 May 2003, Mr Paul De Mendonca Appointed 
May 2003. I can recall the word Overseas being removed some years ago as the 
committee at the time felt that we live here in the United Kingdom and are not 
overseas people. The G.O.A. Reg no 1626437.

It would be interesting to see what service level agreement any of the above 
organisations have?   For example within how many days are they supposed to 
provide a response when someone writes to them?  

The views expressed are Personal and should not be considered as any authority.

Melvyn Fernandes (Escola Ghela)

3 April 2018

[Goanet] The Goan Prymid at Mopa (Part 1) pl circulate to family and friends

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

The Goan Prymid at Mopa (Part 1) pl circulate to family and friends

For folks who have just joined this conversation The Goan Prymid at Mopa Goa is 
intended be a memento to our present civilization specially as it is now 
eighteen years since the millennium living in our world of  FT Fotkiros (Liars) 
Todokis (Cheats) I had difficulty in getting the translation of Honest in 
Konkani perhaps this word is not common of the Goan of Today. Thank you for the 
various private inputs I will try and address issues raised in bite size parts. 
This being part one.

The recant felling of 21,000   trees to make way for Mopa Airport indicates 
that of the roots still in the soil and will be given a chance to grow again 
like our community ,the branches represent our families and the millions of 
leaves all of us worldwide

>From what I gather the Mopa Airport project is still under discussion, the 
>felling of trees can only be criminal. To assist decision makers is the Mopa 
>Airport ask yourselves is this a need or a want for the State or 
>infrastructure of India.

When you fly into Goa you see a canopy of green and a blot on the landscape 
where mining activity has taken place. One writer asked if there will be a 
heatwave in Goa this year due to the recent destruction of a forest.

With the Easter Break approaching and families meeting in the Balcao and 
various homes and events around the world can I persuade you to accept and 
participate in an invitation by Global Goans Network who are coming out with a 
book on reflections in the form of short stories. Get our younger people to get 
creative instead of being screen attached to artificial intelligence If you’ll 
have any doubts..or questions..simply write to “The editor” directly on 
goastoriesfromchildh...@gmail.com
The editor will guide you. .Your conversation with the editor will remain 
private

Your story (500-3000 words only) of the simpler way of life we use to live in 
Goa during your childhood days..the rural life and tradition..the religious 
fervor that pervaded was so different from the rest of our country India. 
During our childhood days we witnessed the waning years of a time that made us 
- rural Goans ,for centuries- following the arrival of the Portuguese.
Now with Goans migrating by the thousands and with the arrival of non Goans 
from the rest of our country, India- our unique..colourful way of life is 
changing dramatically. This book “goastoriesfromchildhood” will be a collection 
of a few selected stories of the Goan way of life we inherited from the 
Portuguese. There was that LATINO flavor…that came to be known as the Goan 
flavor.
The Goan Hindus were the hardworking working class..the Goan Catholics 
preferred the white collared jobs. Yet they lived in harmony … even going to 
the extent of celebrating each others festivals.

So here ..this great initiative by The Global Goans Network will come to 
frutition and it will be made possible if you send in your story within a time 
frame of 4 months. This book is being planned to be released early next year 
and we’d like a few Goan stories from Goans living across the diaspora. Feel 
free to use our Amchi Bhas,our local colourful Konkani (with it’s English 
translation please in brackets) will be acceptable to make this book even more 
appealing.(+comical)


Here’s hoping that these untold stories evoke memories..Its a gift to the 
younger generations- who are born and spread out in the diaspora. They will get 
a taste of the way of life their ancestors lived by. They will get some 
knowledge of their roots….
Please try to be as accurate as possible..we want real life stories accompanied 
preferably with photographs from the 60s and 70s too.

May I take this opportunity to wish one and all a happy and peaceful Easter.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

29 March 2018

[Goanet] World Konkani Day Margao ** April 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

World Konkani Day is normally held in April at

Ravindra Bhavan Margao

Nr Kadamba Bus Stand
Margao, Goa India

Could fellow readers please confirm the date this Year


Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

[Goanet] World Social:Diary Update APRIL 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

World Social:Diary Update APRIL 2018 Where our People   Meet and Greet 
Showcasing our music,Cusine Talent and Heritage. Please forward and share with 
family and friends –compiled by mel...@symtravels.com

Update APRIL 2018

Kenya Nairobi Friday 23 March to Friday 13 April The Goan Institute Interclub 
social sports events for all ages, Girls, Boys ladies and gents .Invitation to 
members of Goan Gymkhana ,Parklands Sports Club, Simba Union, Nairobi 
Gymkhana.Pl call club to register Badminton, Pool,Darts, Hockey ,Football, 
Cricket, Table Tennis, Snooker



UK Sunday 1 April Swindon Goan Chaplaincy Day and Easter Dance 6.00pm Sikh 
Community Hall ,Kembrey Park ,Swindon SN2 8AZ MUSIC Big Dream.Entry £10.00 per 
person Children under 10yrs Free

Bahrain Manama Thurs 5 April. Young Goand Club presents a musical extravaganza 
TUMKANCH LAGON AMI 8pm at the Indian Club Auditorium Manama Kingdom of Bahrain

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GOA Panjim Friday 6th April to Sunday 8th April Goa Tourism Department 
https://www.facebook.com/officialgoatourism/?hc_ref=ARRA0Ip2o5UaC4EkrEYRaV9LEUpaWFXaHpq8uOfRvZcbVFdPzPP9FkaukujvZGoTXXg=nf

Anoouncing. #TheSpiritOfGoaFestival2018 
https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/thespiritofgoafestival2018?source=feed_text . 
From home grown concoctions to mouth watering Goan specialities. From foot 
tapping Konkani Classics to Konkani Jazz, Pop & Latin ensembles. Block your 
dates for this unique and innovative festival. April 6th, 7th & 8th April 2018. 
D B Bandodkar grounds. For Stall enquiries please call +919822176918#Goa#Goanews



Western Australia Melbourne Sunday 8 April 8.45am to 5.30pm All Goa Indoor 
sports day organised by Goan Overseas Association of Victoria inc Springers 
Leisure Centre 400 Cheltenham Road Keysborough 3173

www.goav.org.au

Creative Writing Workshops

Goa Panjim (Morning only) Mon   16 to Fri 20 April 9am to 1pm Creative Story 
writing workshop Goa State Central Library P

Goa Margao(Morning Only) Mon 23 to Fri 27 April 9am to 1.00pm Dr Francisco Luis 
Gomes District Library Margao

The workshop will be for aspiring juniors in the 13+ age group and can include 
school children,College Students, young professionals, housewives and other 
interested persons

Contact Team Novella email supp...@novella.co.in

***

April 2018 Global Goans Network as part of World Goa Day Celebrations 2018 
worldwide is bringing out a book   Goa Stories and invites you within the next 
four months to participate and share interesting stories of your childhood   as 
accurately as possible for publication

Feel free to use our Amchi Bhas, our local colourful Konkani with its English 
translation in Brackets

It is hoped that your untold stories will evoke memories from your childhood 
days. A gift to our younger generation who are born and spread out in the 
diaspora. Your entry 500 words min to 3000 words max further details from 
goastoriesfromchildh...@gmail.com



USA LA   Sun 22 April Goans of America Annual Picnic 12.99 to 5.00pm Columbia 
Park 4045 190th Street Torrance CA 90504 – Sharel Figueredo President

***

Canada Toronto Sat 28 April –Young Adults Event

"Nite in Goa" - The Goan Overseas Association will be celebrating 48 years of 
its existence serving our community !! Payal Banquet and Convention Centre 3419 
Semenyk court mississuga
We have made great strides as a community association with a strong presence in 
running programs for our seniors , youth young adults & families including 
charitable and professional development programs !!

Join us in celebrating our accomplishments and our anniversary as a community 
with great music from two of the top bands in town . Join us in celebrating our 
accomplishments and our anniversary as a community with great music from two of 
the top bands in town & DJ Kaya - Memory Lane & The Goa Amigos !!

Don't miss out on the crowning of Mr. & Miss G.O.A. Toronto 2018!!



UK London Sun: 29 Apr. Cortalim Union (UK) celebrate their 40th Anniversary, 
Feast of St Philip & St James at The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, Mitcham Road, 
Croydon, CR9 3AS. Mass to start promptly at 12.15pm followed by a social 
gathering. Music by the dynamic band ‘Outbreak', Fantasy Disco featuring ‘DJ 
Stephanie’ & Our Very Own ‘Druston’. Catering by 'Bernie’s’. Tickets includes 
Meal and Snacks. Members - £14.00, Non Members - £15.00 (Age 12+/Adults) until 
15th April 2018, thereafter £17.00 for all. Children £8.00 (4 -12 years). BOOK 
EARLY to avoid disappointment due to limited tickets - Tickets will not be sold 
at the door. Management reserve the right of admission. For tickets and details 
please contact: Georgina Gomes - 07974 289 640, Tino Goes – 07821 900 490, 
Ligor D'Mello – 07821 645 317, Chris D'Cruz – 07739 876718, Francis Gomes - 
07701 334 279.

***

MAY

UK London Sun 6 May Saligao Feas Stanley Park School Damson Way Carshalton 
Srrey Satnav SM5 4NS

Abu Dhabi Doha Thurs 10 May 7.30 onwards Goan Welfare Association present their 
18th May 

[Goanet] Mopa Airport pyramid invitation for suggestions and expressions of interest

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 their 
representatives to ban the burial of chemically treated bodies They must be 
cremated on arrival with the ashes handed to family and loved ones. To be 
enshrined in law by the legislative assembly.

21,000 trees have been felled. The MOPA Airport project has been stopped while 
the search for local workers to be employed resumes.

To get the Pyramid project up and running you will need a committee headed by a 
President, on second thoughts scrub this as no one follows any rules.

The days of crab mentality played a vital role in the survival of our people 
yester year when our hardy ancestors left the shores of Goa without Travel 
insurance to plant the flag for Europeans inland on the dark Continent. Crab 
Mentality prevented deaths by stopping people going into disease infested land 
and wild animals a place where the Europeans sent you first never to return.

The views expressed in this article are personal and should not be used as any 
authority.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

13 March 2018

[Goanet] Meanwhile, 21000+ trees felled in Mopa Frederick Noronha response by Melvyn Fernandes

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

* [Goanet] Meanwhile, 21000+ trees felled in Mopa 
https://www.mail-archive.com/goanet@lists.goanet.org/msg128379.html Frederick 
Noronha

Looks like the MOPA airport project is being steam rolled regardless of 
environmental concerns by NGO. This reminds me of an ancient civilization the 
Pyramids of Egypt.   In Panjim a beautiful building in the shape of a pyramid 
is the Library from which a blueprint can be taken.

With 21,000 trees being felled and the fate of the wood yet undecided perhaps 
the authorities can consider pyramid building on land within MOPA to receive 
the dead being brought to Mother Goa from Abroad for Burial as these bodies 
will be contaminated with chemicals to prevent decay. The coffins will be zinc 
or lead lined and airtight before export to Goa from the country death occurred.

In Goa I understand graves are recycled every three years as bodies decompose. 
To prevent confusion in a land that lacks common sense, bodies from abroad 
laced with chemicals may not have decayed after three years and may be assumed 
to be saints.A problem for the Church and Society.

If you agree my suggestion for a pyramid area next to Mopa should be considered 
for the long term. Who does one seek permission from. were the felled trees 
approved as grass to be cut?

As Goa trundles into the next century at least there may be a trace of the 
present day in the shape of Goa Pyramids.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

5 March 2018

[Goanet] UK Red Cold and Dying to get to Goa Update - 1march 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK Red Cold and Dying to get to Goa Update 1 March 2018

Public Announcement - Living in Breadline Britain brings about innovative 
income streams.   One of the newest of these are the purveyors of transporting 
the dead from the United Kingdom to mother GOA for burial. Begging, although 
illegal, is lucrative in Breadline Britain.   On 17 February 2018 and in the 14 
years of Facebook I came across the first fundraiser appeal on this internet 
platform to arrange a funeral in Goa for a fellow Goan   who died suddenly in 
London England.

This appeal has no customer care for people who donated via an unsecured 
facebook payment system based in Ireland. I found it incredible that no name or 
billing address is required only your card number and security code. And in our 
world of Fotkiros (Liars) and Toadokis (Cheats), the donors, with the best of 
intentions of participating to help, have left their Bank account details open 
to Fraudsters to rinse their accounts. Can anyone translate the word Honest in 
Konkani.

I hope I am not too late to advise you to cancel your card with your issuer and 
request a new one before you are unwittingly cleaned out and your card issuer 
will not be liable for any losses. Check your Bank account immediately and if 
compromised inform your Bank and Action Fraud Telephone 0300 133 2040. Fraud is 
costing the United Kingdom Economy 193 Billion a year. Stay safe online.

We have based in Cranford, England the Goan Welfare Society who have expertise 
in collecting Money and Transporting the Dead to Goa over 10 years. There is 
enough money in the account with a balance in 2016 of GBP 212, 500 (Two hundred 
and twelve thousand five hundred pounds). It is astonishing with such a large 
balance, perhaps someone will help me understand, why we have had appeals in 
the whole of 2017 when there are enough funds to for at least 100 coffins in 
addition to Income raised at the recent Fundraising New Year’s Ball at 
Wandsworth Town Hall through sales of Entry Tickets, Raffles, Paper Hats and 
Bar income. So please no more begging direct your request for assistance to 
GWS. If you attended this event and feel Toadokid(Cheated) contact the Police.

In 2018, I am really looking forward to our events, Village and Others, being 
free of Predatory emotional blackmail appeals accompanying basket collections 
and sobbing letters,   targeting the bereaved should also stop immediately 
Until a list of donors is published and actual Balance update on revenue, only 
then GWS and its current Trustees may earn its credibility and respect in the 
community.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

1 March 2018

[Goanet] UK Cold and Dying to Get to Goa

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK Cold and Dying to get to Goa.

UK Cold and Dying to ge to Goa land of warm Soil and People, Begging although 
illegal is lucrative in Breadline Britain on 17 February 2018 and in the 14 
years of Facebook I came across the first fundraiser r appeal to arrange a 
funeral in Goa for a fellow Goan  who died suddenly in London England The 
amount asked for is GBP7.500 this appears to be for a four Bedroom Coffin. I 
say this because The Goan Welfare Society UK has been having Coffin Appeals 
over the last 10 years with letters containing sob stories and unaccountable 
Basket Collections and Raffles at Goan Socials, we are told for a fixed fee of 
GBP 2100 (TWO THOUSAND ONE Hundred)A one bed Coffin will get you to GOA 
Therefore and with due respect for the Bereaved the amount asked for looks like 
a scam in Rip off Britain. Sometimes there have been appeals for around GBP 
4000 what looks like two bed coffins. There is no need to go on the Internet 
Begging for money for Funerals .The Goan Welfare Society has embedded their 
Adver
 tisement on website GOAUK.COM they currently have enough funds for the first 
one hundred coffins please direct your application to GWS Trustees in the first 
instance The people assisted so far have been Portuguese Nationals of Goan 
Orign whoclaim to have no Money.In Goanvoiceuk of 22 February there is an 
article to say that in Goa opposition members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) 
allege some ruling members of the House are wasting tome and that the NRI 
office in Goa functions like a bank clearing house of getting the dead bodies 
of Goans back to Goa A little like GWS activity in England.Any guess if 
unaccounted money is involved.

In 2018 look forward to our events, Village and Others, being free of Predatory 
emotional blackmail appeals accompanying basket collections and sobbing letters 
 Targeting the bereaved should also stop immediately Until h a list of donors 
published and actual Balance update on revenue, only then GWS and its current 
Trustees may earn its credibility and respect in the community.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

22 February 2018

[Goanet] Update Carnival, Musical Treats and Events before Ash Wednesday 14 February 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Update Carnival, Musical Treats and Events before Ash Wednesday 14 February 2018

Visitors and Residents in Lush Green and Sunny Goa have the opportunity to enjoy
Goa Carnival from the 10th to 13 February and hear King Momo declare the
traditional Eat, Drink and be Merry before Ash Wednesday on February 14 2018
signalling Lent and a reminder as to where we all come from dust to dust.   For
local events in Goa see www.sym-travels.com

You can also soak up the warm Goan Carnival Atmosphere at the following events:

Australia GOA NSW Liverpool 2170 Saturday 10 February 2018 All Saints Catholic
Church Hall.48 Bridge Street. 6.30pm to 11.30 pm. Entertainment Malcolm Britto,
Dj Mystery Boy,Special Dance Performers master of Ceremonies Noel Carvalho .
Food includes Buffet Dinner and Dessert. Drinks BYO. For Tickets please ring
after 7pm only.

Olivia 0298314619 Alcina 0296020406 Noreen 0288149258 email goa...@gmail.com
mailto:goa...@gmail.com

Members $50.00 Non Members$55 Youth members $40.00 Kids 5 to 12 yrs $20.00

England Southampton Saturday 10 February Golden Goa Association  Award Winner
2017 Aviva Community Fund. At  Holy Family Church Hall Redbridge Hill SO16 4PL
 Gates Open  19.00 Carriages  23.00 Admission  Host the unstoppable Roque Vaz
accompanied by .DJ Richee (London) superb music with Disco Lights show,Carnival
Parade with King Momo, Fancy Dress,Prizes,Penguin Dance, Mannequin and Laughter
Challenge Games.Dress Code Clothes essential Carnival Theme/Red and Black.
Licenced Bar Authentic Goan Snacks and Meal on Sale. Biingo  Please reserve your
free ticket today on Eventbrite.co.uk or Whats App /Text events manager Roque
07816195002 This is not a supervised event Children should be accompanied by a
responsible Adult at all times. Event opened to members of the General Public
come early and have a great evening out.

England London Ealing Sat 10 Feb: Viva Goa Entertainment UK presents 10th RED &
BLACK CARNI-VAL-ENTINE 2018 at The Old Actonion Sports Club, Gunnersbury Drive,
Acton/Ealing, W5 4LL. From 5:00pm to 11pm. Music by BIG DREAM (Ex India and
Rainbows End) & Chico.Tickets-Adults £15, Child £6 (6-12yrs) includes snacks &
meal, free entry for below 6 years. Contact Francisco 07957206169
chicoke...@hotmail.com mailto:chicoke...@hotmail.com Charles 07809552654
charlesd...@hotmail.com mailto:charlesd...@hotmail.com Norman
0778035normancor...@hotmail.com mailto:0778035normancor...@hotmail.com

England London Mitcham Sat 10 February Goan Chaplaincy is hosting Friend and
Family Valentine  Celebration.Do come and join us fr a fun enjoyable evening
with spot prizes Raffles etc from 6.30pm to 11.00pm  Music by String Along at St
Thomas of Canterbury School, Commonside East,Mitcham Surrey CR4 1YG Tickets
Adults £12/- Children £6/- (6 to 12 yrs old) includes Snacks Hot Meal and
Dessert Please support this cause for SS Peter and Paul Church “Building for the
Lord” For Tickets Contact Jennifer Da Silva 07712273024 Inacio Joao 07908409495
Genny 07550013041 Fr Patrick 07342267878

England London Mitcham Sun 11 February 3.00pm . Please take your seats five
minutes before mass time.  Goan Chaplaincy Konkani Mass SS Peter and Paul
Catholic Church Cranmer Road Mitcham Surrey CR4 4LD followed by Get Together at
the Church Hall.

England London Heston Sun. 11 Feb. A is organising The Carnival Dance from
1:00 pm onwards. Pope John Centre, The Green, Heston.TW5 0RL
With UK’s Newest
Goan Band. THE BIG DREAM. Led by the one and only Abel Nunes (ex-India and
ex-Rainbow’s End). Your Mood Setters: Antonio Fernandes and The Youth Voice.
Brian Fernandes. Tickets: Adults £15:00 and Children £10:00 below 12 years.
Ticket price includes Snacks and a Goan Buffet. Just 200 places so book in
advance to avoid disappointment. Fully Licensed Bar. For tickets contact
Gabriel: 0208 2307139, Antonio: 07780797967, Brian: 07833494173, Florence:
07905053597. Rights of Admission Reserved. 

England London Wood Green Sun 11 Feb. 40th Anniversary. Mungul Union (UK)
celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel at Woodside High School Hall
(ex-white Hart Lane School Hall), White Hart Lane, London N22 5QJ. Mass at
12.30pm. followed by a social gathering. Music by “OUTBREAK” For tickets and
details, contact Rosy D'Silva (020 7041 6072); John Mendes 07446066162; Robert
Fernandes (07753831250) and Rosalind Rebello (020 8767 8652).

Readers Please feel free to let us know on goanet of your local event.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com

28 January 2018

[Goanet] UK: Government announces Minister for Loneliness Jan 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

masquerading as a Charity whose
lucrative begging appeals to fellow Goans is on an industrial scale normally
targeting the elderly who have no family support and the venerable with sob
story letters, basket collections at socials and funerals with no public
accounts.  

At a recent village function attended, the last GWS Annual General Meeting notes
were on the table and I picked up a copy.   This was dated October 2017.   To my
recollection, it did not indicate who was present but said that there was a
balance in 2016 of  GBP 212, 500 (Two hundred and twelve thousand five hundred
pounds) .   It is astonishing with such a large balance, perhaps someone will
help me understand why we have had appeals in the whole of 2017 to airfreight
dead Goans with Portuguese Passports and no Money to Goa.  Sums asked were in
multiples of two thousand and four thousand pounds is this for one bedroom or
two bedroom coffins!   As it is in Goa, I understand there is a shortage of
grave diggers. The current amount in the accounts will be able to fund at least
100 coffins to Goa!

The must go to “Sold Out” 31 December 2017 social at Wandsworth Town Hall will
have increased this opening balance of 2018.Word on the ground was that this
event was overcrowded, was there a reason for overcrowding?   What about the
safety and comfort of their customers?

On a success note, I have observed that since my communications on GWS, bereaved
families are asking for funeral donations to go to much more accountable and
worthy charities.

I look forward to our events, Village and Others, being free of basket
collections and sobbing letters of appeals in 2018.  Targeting the bereaved
should also stop immediately with a list of donors published and actual Balance
update on revenue, only then GWS may earn its credibility.May I ask Special
Advisor to Rt Hon Tracey Couch MP to give the Goan Community a look in for
inspiration on Loneliness.

The views expressed in this article are personal and should not be used as any
authority.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey

23 January 2018

[Goanet] Fwd: Melvyn, Announcement Golden Goa Association Southampton win UK Aviva Community Funding Award

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

 Original Message --
From: Melvyn Fernandes <mel...@symtravels.com>
To: melvynfernandes <melvynfernan...@virginmedia.com>
Date: 18 January 2018 at 12:17
Subject: Fwd: Melvyn, drumroll please


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From: Aviva Community Fund <av...@avivaemail.co.uk mailto:av...@avivaemail.co.uk
>
Date: 17 January 2018 at 20:17
Subject: Melvyn, drumroll please
To: mel...@symtravels.com mailto:mel...@symtravels.com


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[Goanet] UK:Sat 20 January 2018 Swindon discussion Immigration issues after Brexit

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK:Sat 20 January 2018 Swindon discussion  Immigration issues after Brexit

Rt. Hon Keith Vaz MP and Chairman APPG Visas and Immigration will be holding a
discussion on issues after Brexit at Broadgreen Community Centre from 1.00pm to
2.00pm. For details contact Cllr Imtivaz Shaikh on mobile  07894543786

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

04 January 2018

[Goanet] Happy New Year 2018

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

Happy New Year 2018

Midnight 31 December is usually one of the most celebrated occasions in the
world. This year wil be 18 years since the start of the millennium and a new
society for 18yr old Goan adults and the age of consent  on our Planet Earth.

Will this generation born outside Goa and the Goan community abroad ever know
the value of family structure  , Certainly in England  I have observed  their
cross eyed and cross nosed Goan parents shun Goa and our community in preference
to the mongrel or Chotara society around us scavenging for money feeling
elevated and upgraded  by  fundraising  events and Raffles  in the name of
Charity and community development  when in actual fact its hand in pocket with
no regulatory body to oversee these rich pickings from our proud Goan  community
that is nourished  dance after dance.

What has been achieved over the years may I ask? There is no right or wrong
answer. Usually, this day is celebrated with close friends and family. But not
everyone is fortunate enough to have their loved ones around.

It is with compliments that 2018 will be brighter and peaceful than the one
passed celebrating your Birthdate Anniversaries with good health and happiness
to one and all.

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey Englnd

1 January 2018

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[Goanet] UK Southampton Sat Feb 10 Golden Goa 2018 Carnival

[MELVYN FERNANDES]

UK Southampton Sat Feb 10 Golden Goa 2018 Carnival.

As we head for spring You are invited to join King Momo who will be visiting
Southampton for the Annual Golden Goa Family Carnival 201 and  participate in
the Fancy dress fun filled free  event ON Saturday 10 February  at 6pm.

Holy Family Catholic Church, Redbridge Hill, Southampton, SO16 4PL

Contact Roque  Text/ SMS 07816195002

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath  Surrey England

14 December 2018

[Goanet] UK Walking in the Dark

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UK Walking in the Dark

We are in the season where people go to work in the dark and return home in the
dark and if your workstation has no windows the chances of seeing sunlight for
three months is minimal. Time for vitamin D tablets or head for the Sun soaked
destinations, if possible.

On Monday a lady in her late Twenty’s was hit on a pedestrian Crossing by a
Heavy Goods Vehicle and then subsequently struck by a second lorry and two cars
none of the drivers stopped at the scene at Tulse Hill in South London.

Police officers believe that after being hit by an HGV while she was crossing
the road at a pedestrian crossing, the woman was subsequently struck by a second
lorry and two other  cars, none of these drivers stopped. She was pronounced
dead at 7.21am and has not been formally identified but her family has been
informed. Information Credit London Evening Standard, Metro and Local Radio
Stations.

Today Thursday two lorry drivers were arrested. It is reported that she was on
the pedestrian crossing while the traffic lights on the main road were on green.
A few tips that could save a life in an increasing uncaring selfish society.

If you or your children are screen attached while walking alongside roads or
school entrances you need to review this and pay attention to your senses of
Sound and Vision unplug your ears from headphones.

Leave enough time to get to your destination.

Cyclists and Pedestrians wear reflective gear or light coloured clothes.

Drivers use headlights in the Dark and Fog be seen.

Abide by the Highway code.

Accidents are caused Prevention is better have a safe Christmas Pass this on
save a life or  injury on your roads and Railways.

May her soul Rest in Peace

Melvyn Fernandes

Thornton Heath Surrey England

14 December 2017