Growing up Sikh

Meji Singh did not grow up in the Sikh diaspora but in the religion’s homeland, India’s Punjab, in a family spiritually grounded in daily Sikh practice. But he has spent more than two-thirds of his life in the United States preoccupied with children and young adults, learning, and how to create mentally healthy communities. In this article, Meji Singh talks about Growing Up Sikh. ... Read more...

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Places of Worship

Places of WorshipShepparton is home to many places of worship. Historically, Christian churches predominated until the first permanent mosque in Victoria was constructed in Acacia St, Shepparton. Now, Shepparton is home to four mosques and one Sikh Temple. Information about all the different places of worship is found below. ... Read more...

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Sikhism – Guru Granth Sahib

Guru Granth Sahib of Sikhism

Sikhism is a religion which was founded on the principles of interfaith understanding, mutual respect and harmony. The Guru Granth Sahib is truly unique among the world's great scriptures. It is considered the Supreme spiritual authority and Head of the Sikh religion, rather than any living person. It is also the only scripture of it's kind which not only contains the works of it's own religious founders but also writings of people from other faiths

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Migrant Voices – Melly Pandher Singh

Melly Pandher in conversation

Melly Singh was originally intending to settle in Melbourne. He came to Shepparton to get his driving licence, and liked what he saw. He was to return soon after, to settle with his family and remain.

Living in a community where there are many other families from your part of the world is a highly appreciated aspect of being in the Goulburn Valley, says Melly Singh of the local Sikh Community

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