Satu rumpun, satu keluarga

From the same roots, one family in South Australia

Serumpun Incorporated is a not-for-profit Malaysian community association bringing together Malaysians, former Malaysians and their families through social, cultural, educational, economic and sport activities.

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$30Per person, per year

SASouth Australia wide

Members of Serumpun celebrating together in traditional dress

Many races, many hometowns — one family in South Australia

Who we are

What is Serumpun?

Serumpun means "of the same root," from which many shoots grow — how we think about the Malaysian community here: many races, many hometowns, one family.

We are a not-for-profit community organisation in South Australia, incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act 1985. We are run by our members — every dollar goes back into the objectives of the Association.

Wherever you started — Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Ipoh, Johor, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu — you belong here.

"Bagai aur dengan tebing — saling membantu dan menguatkan."

Our purpose

Four objectives that guide us

Bring us together

All Malaysians, former Malaysians and family of Malaysians — through social, cultural, educational, economic and sport activities.

Build wider friendships

Strengthen relationships between our members and the broader South Australian community through inclusive activities.

Look after each other

Promote the interests, wellbeing and welfare of our members — practical help when it is needed.

Work with others

Collaborate and co-operate with other communities and organisations for the benefit of members.

What we do

A year of things worth turning up for

From festivals to fundraisers, there's a place for you in the calendar.

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Social & cultural

Festivals, food, family gatherings and the celebrations we grew up with.

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Sport & recreation

Friendly games, outings and activities for every fitness level.

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Education & careers

Talks, workshops and sharing know-how across generations.

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Support & guidance

Help for Malaysians settling into life in South Australia.

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Charity & giving back

Supporting good causes here and back home.

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Community partnerships

Working alongside other associations and agencies.

Membership

Two ways to belong

Whichever category fits you, membership plugs you straight into the Serumpun community.

Ordinary Member

For the Malaysian community & family

Full voting rights and eligible to stand for the Committee.

Aged 18 or over, of good standing, living in SA
Of Malaysian origin, or the spouse / former spouse of someone who is
Full voting rights and may stand on the Committee
Votes at general meetings once of six months' standing

Associate Member

Open to everyone who wants in

Takes part in everything the Association runs.

Aged 18 or over, of good standing, living in SA
Open to anyone who wants to be part of the community
Takes part in everything the Association runs
Enjoys the same facilities, activities and support

"Sepakat membawa berkat."

Good to know

Subscriptions are payable per calendar year and are not refunded if membership ends during the year.
Fees may be pro-rated by the Committee for members joining during the calendar year.
Keep your subscription current — more than three months in arrears ends membership, though the Committee may reinstate you.
Members are not personally liable for the debts of the Association beyond any unpaid subscription.

Your membership

What you get as a member

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A full calendar

Attend and take part in every activity the Association arranges.

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Use of our facilities

Any facilities the Association provides for the general use of members.

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A vote and a voice

Ordinary Members of six months' standing vote at general meetings, in person or by proxy.

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Help when you need it

Assistance and advantages within the scope of the Association's objectives.

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Bring your guests

Introduce visitors to Association activities with the Committee's consent.

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No personal liability

Members are not liable for the debts of the Association beyond any unpaid subscription.

Governance

Run by members, for members

The Committee manages the Association's affairs on behalf of every member.

PresidentChairs meetings, oversees affairs

Vice PresidentAssists & deputises for the President

SecretaryConvenes meetings, keeps records

TreasurerManages funds & accounts

Plus up to six (6) additional Committee members.

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Elected by you

The whole Committee is elected by members at the Annual General Meeting, every three years.

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Meets regularly

The Committee meets at least once every three months. The AGM is held between 1 July and 30 November.

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Nobody profits

No Committee member is paid a salary or fee — only genuine out-of-pocket expenses are reimbursed.

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Open books

Accounts are balanced to 30 June and put to members at the AGM. Any Ordinary Member may inspect them on a week's notice.

Joining

How to become a member

Fill in the form

Complete the membership Application Form prescribed by the Committee — via our online Google Form.

Pay your fee

Subscriptions run per calendar year and are pro-rated if you join mid-year.

Committee reviews

All applications are considered by the Committee.

Selamat datang!

You're in — come along to the next activity and say hello.

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Volunteer at an event

Set-up, cooking, welcoming, packing down — the best way to meet everyone quickly.

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Join a sub-committee

The Committee forms sub-committees to run specific activities and programmes.

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Propose an activity

Got an idea for a sport, a class, a cultural night? Bring it to the Committee.

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Bring the family

Children, parents and visiting relatives are part of the picture, not an afterthought.

"Berat sama dipikul, ringan sama dijinjing."

Come and find your people

Serumpun Incorporated welcomes new members all year round

Ask us for a membership application form, join online below, or just come along to an activity and see what we're about.

Satu rumpun, satu keluarga.