Praise to be Allah, the Lord of the worlds and may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon His messenger Muhammad and upon all his family and companions. Over the past weeks, the Australian Fatwa Council (AFC) has been actively researching and discussing the matter of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines and viruses. Hence the […]
Victorian Labour government has introduced the Change or Suppression (Conversion) Practices Prohibition Bill 2020 which was passed in the lower house on Wednesday 10th December 2020. Board of Imams Victoria is extremely concerned with the current form of the bill. Its stands are a gross government overreach and intrusion into the rights and freedoms of […]
The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said ‘A sick person should not go to one who is healthy’. (Muslim) Board of Imams Victoria appeals to the Muslim community members living in northern suburbs to get tested for corona virus (COVID 19) even if you experience mild symptoms of the virus. Health and Human Services (DHHS) reported that […]
Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV) understands that the community has been going through a very challenging period as COVID 19 stage 4 lockdowns have been difficult for everyone. That is why now is such a crucial time for us to stand together and make a collective and conscious effort to fight the pandemic. We either […]
Sunday, 30 August 2020 Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV) understands that the community has been going through a very challenging period as COVID 19 stage 4 lockdowns have been difficult for everyone. That is why now is such a crucial time for us to stand together and make a collective and conscious effort to fight […]
Board f Imams Victoria is pleased to extend best wishes to the Muslim community on the occasion of ‘A’shura’ the 10th day of Muharram, Hijri 1442. It’s strongly recommended to fast on these blessed days. Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: “The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon […]
The President of BOIV Sheikh Isse Abdo MUSSE and member Imams are please to send our warmest Eid al Adha greeting to each and every one of the Muslim community members in Victoria and elsewhere in Australia. We are celebrating the festival of sacrifice this year in extra ordinary circumstances. The number of people affected […]
In the Name of Allah SWT, the Most Merciful and the Most Compassionate Eid al Adha 2020 (1441AH) All praise to Allah SWT the Most Merciful and the Most Compassionate In conjunction with the announcement made by his eminence Dr. Ibrahim Abu Mohamad (Grand Mufti of Australia), Board of Imams Victoria is pleased to declare […]
COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown of public housing towers in North Melbourne, Kensington, Carlton and other places in Melbourne brought us together as Victorians and extend necessary assistance to the affected families so that they can navigate the difficulties with ease and respectfully. It is indeed a challenging time not only for the affected families […]
Today the State Government, Victoria announced a testing blitz in hot spot suburbs due to COVID-19 outbreaks. A targeted testing approach will occur across the following suburbs; Keilor Downs, Maidstone, Albanvale, Sunshine West, Hallam, Broadmeadows, Brunswick West, Fawkner, Reservoir and Pakenham. The Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV) encourages every citizen to get tested in test locations, all residents of these suburbs […]
Yes, the restrictions will be eased off and Masjids will re-open for regular prayers, gradually. It is expected from first week of June 2020 permission will be granted to congregate 20 people at our Masjids. In anticipation of these development Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) released the following guidelines for Masjids and Community Centres. Board of Imams Victoria urge the […]
In the Name of Allah SWT, the Most Merciful and the Most Compassionate (1st Day of Shawwal 1441AH) All praise to Allah SWT the Most Merciful and the Most Compassionate In conjunction with the announcement made by his eminence Dr. Ibrahim Abu Mohamad (Grand Mufti of Australia), Board of Imams Victoria is pleased to declare […]
Zakat al Maal (Alms giving – wealth tax) Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam and an act of worship that every Muslim should perform to help the underprivileged Muslims. In the Quran, the obligation of zakat is discussed several times. Allah said in the holy Quran; “And be steadfast in prayer and […]
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT In the Name of Allah SWT, the Most Gracious and the Most Merciful. This is a PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT regarding 1st Day of Ramadan 1441 AH (2020). Board of Imams, Victoria All praise be to Allah SWT, the Most Gracious and the Most Merciful. In conjunction with the announcement made by his eminence Dr. […]