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shhalaj-97893501827960303978935018279615978935018279600BB0101Bridging Imaginations: South Asian Diaspora in Australia1A01Amit Sarwal01en12041. East Indians--Australia--Social conditions. 2. East Indians--Australia--Social life and customs. 3. East Indians--Australia--Economic conditions. 4. India--Emigration and immigration. 5. Australia--Emigration and immigration.0300Migration of the South Asian peoples to Australia has resulted in a continually growing and flourishing diaspora, one of the most prosperous communities, with an ever–increasing role and responsibility in all areas of society. According to 2011-12 Migration Programme report, India has become Australia's largest source of permanent migrants surging ahead of China and Britain. One of the challenges in writing about the South Asian diaspora in Australia is the nature of the beast: the multifarious migration and entry points into Australia range from colonial indentured workers to political asylum seekers to transnational marriages to students and high–end professionals. How did their journeys and experiences generate bridges that have influenced the historical, cultural, social and academic perceptions of the ever–changing continents? It is hoped that this critical anthology will help present a dynamic community in transit and showcase the achievements of the South Asian diaspora in Australia during the last decade. The South Asian diaspora has not only made a significant impact on Australia's multiculutural landscape but also furthered South Asian–Australian engagement moving beyond clichés of the curry and cricket.01Readworthy Press CorporationIN04012013010101Shhalaj Publishing House20021395.00INRWORLD