Connecting Malaysians in Western Australia

Welcome to the Association of Malaysians in Western Australia Inc (AMWA)! Established in 2005, AMWA is the heart of the Malaysian community in Western Australia, fostering connections, cultural exchange, and support for Malaysians in this beautiful region.

AMWA is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organisation that has always had a strong focus on promoting acceptance of all people within Australia by actively seeking to be a valued and responsible member of the WA community. It’s a relatively small Association with about 500 members but it punches above its weight. Purely volunteer run, it is managed by a yearly elected Management Committee.

AMWA is nothing without the support of its members and AMWA is always looking for volunteers and ideas to support its mission.

Our Mission: Building Bridges, Creating Bonds

AMWA's mission is to build bridges between Malaysians in Western Australia, creating a strong and supportive network. We celebrate our cultural heritage, facilitate social connections, and provide assistance to Malaysians adjusting to life in this region.

Get Involved: Engage and Contribute

- Attend events and meet fellow Malaysians

- Volunteer for community initiatives

- Share your skills through cultural showcases

- Stay connected through online platforms

Management Committee 2025/2026

President - Prabhakaran Thiyagarajan

Vice President - Tan Seng Eong @ Dinesh

Secretary - Sharon Teoh

Assistant Secretary - Shiv Aanand MJ

Treasurer - Nadhirah Jalani

Assistant Treasurer- Sooi Kim Ooi

Committee Member - Vijayakumar Vijayaratnam

Committee Member - Abdul Rahmad Siru

Committee Member - Mei Ling Teoh

Committee Member - Joelie Loh

Committee Member - Ashiwin Vadiveloo

Committee Member - Kumaran Krishnan

Committee Member - Anbumoly Kuppusamy

Honouring our leaders

Formation and Early Vision of AMWA (2005)

The Association was established in 2005 following an initiative led by the late CG Jazri, who had received direction from Putrajaya encouraging the formation of an apolitical Malaysian association. He approached Terry to assist in bringing this vision to life.

AMWA was subsequently inaugurated in 2005, with early meetings held at the Consulate office in Perth.

A key milestone in the Association’s early years was the hosting of Malaysia’s 50th Merdeka (Independence Day) celebration in 2007 at the Perth Convention Centre. The event attracted approximately 1,000 attendees and featured live performances by Malaysian musicians, along with a 10-course Malaysian banquet. The celebration also received strong support from various consulates.

During this period, AMWA initiated several community and cultural activities, including the Merdeka Golf Day and the Agung Cup. The trophies from these events remain on display at the Consulate-General of Malaysia office.

In addition, the Association established a building fund with the aim of developing a Malaysia Hall. This vision has since been realised by the Malaysian Government through the acquisition of an existing hostel.