Melbourne Konkan Community

  Your presence, energy, and smiles made the event truly special. From the friendly lawn bowls matches to the delicious BBQ and meaningful conversations, it was wonderful to see our community come together, relax, and enjoy the day. A special thank you to our volunteers, organ isers, and supporters — your hard work made this event a success. We’re grateful for your support and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming MKC events!

  Today, we kick off our Know Your Committee series with a familiar and much-loved face in our community — Mr. Dolpey Pais. Friendly, hardworking, and always the first to help, Dolpey has been an active supporter of MKC for many years, and we are excited to have him on the 2025 committee! Let’s get to know him a little better… 👇 ________________________________________ 🟣 Q: Tell us a little about yourself. 🟢 Dolpey: My name is Dolpey Pais, and I live in Truganina, Victoria. I love playing cricket, going hunting, and fishing. I strongly believe in helping others and staying connected with everyone. 🟣 Q: Where do your roots lie? 🟢 Dolpey: I am proudly from Balehonnur, in the Chickmagalur District. 🟣 Q: What’s your favourite dish? 🟢 Dolpey: Definitely pork chilly — nothing beats it! 🟣 Q: What inspired you to join MKC? 🟢 Dolpey: I joined MKC because I wanted to stay connected with our people, culture, and traditions. Being part of this community gives me a sense of belonging. ...

  👩‍👦 About Me: I’m a mum of two amazing boys! Grew up in Dubai 🇦🇪 and moved to Melbourne 10 years ago. Love music 🎶, reading 📚, travelling ✈️, and of course, my mum’s home-cooked food 🍲❤️. I also love my 2 fur babies Levi and LExi 🌍 Roots: Mum’s family is from Urwa, Mangalore 🏡, and Dad is from Bajpe, Mangalore. 🍛 Favourite Mangalorean Dish: Nothing beats my mum’s special biryani 😋 and pathrade! 💛 Why I Joined MKC: I joined MKC to stay connected to my roots, speak Konkani 🗣️, and involve my family in our community. On the committee, I hope to encourage more youth and seniors to join, and make MKC a warm, welcoming space for everyone 🫂✨.