The People Behind
Meet Our Board &
Leadership
எங்கள் குழுவை சந்தியுங்கள்
The dedicated individuals who guide Tamil Herald Australia’s mission — championing the Tamil community’s voice with integrity, passion, and decades of lived experience.
Our Team
Guided by Experience. Driven by Community.
Tamil Herald Australia is a growing community media outlet dedicated to informing, uplifting, and amplifying the voices of the Australian Tamil community. Guided by a passionate and diverse leadership team, the platform brings together expertise across media, community engagement, business, health, arts, and advocacy to create meaningful impact and representation.
Executive Director
Ambi Balasubramaniam
Executive Director · Victoria
📍 Victoria | 🏢 Casey Developments & Casey Finance Group
Ambi serves as Executive Director of Tamil Herald Australia, bringing a strong commitment to community service, cultural preservation, and purposeful leadership. A proud father of two and passionate advocate for Tamil language and identity, he has spent years supporting young learners and strengthening cultural connection within the Australian Tamil community.
- Founder & Director of Casey Developments and Co-Founder of Casey Finance Group
- Professional expertise in finance, lending, property strategy, and wealth creation
- Passionate advocate for Tamil language, identity, and youth development
- His personal journey through kidney failure and ongoing dialysis has shaped a deep sense of resilience, empathy, and purpose
- Focused on building a trusted community media platform through authentic storytelling and meaningful engagement
Advisory Committee
Thiruvengadam Arumugam
Advisory Committee Member
📍 Western Sydney, NSW
Senior IT engineer specialising in MES/ERP systems and currently serving as Business Process Expert at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Born in Chennai, he began his career in Singapore with ST Microelectronics before migrating to Australia in 2003.
- Business Process Expert (MES/ERP) at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Ltd since 2016
- Justice of the Peace (NSW) and former President of the Australian Tamil Chamber of Commerce (ATCC)
- Senior Vice President, Toongabbie ALP Branch
- Led seminars, cultural programs, and business networking initiatives across NSW
- 10+ years in humanitarian work — Clean-Up Australia Day, blood donation drives, migrant support programs
- Lives in Western Sydney with his wife Viji and two children; avid badminton player
Advisory Committee
Dr. Kalina Hamsaveni Murday
Advisory Committee Member
📍 Tasmania | 🌐 Mauritian Tamil
A proud Mauritian Tamil and passionate advocate for women’s health, empowerment, and community wellbeing. Currently progressing through specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, deeply committed to improving maternal healthcare outcomes.
- Specialist trainee in Obstetrics & Gynaecology — improving maternal health outcomes
- Mentor to young doctors, with a focus on international female physicians
- Leads workshops on sexual health, mental health, and financial wellbeing for women
- Active advocate for domestic violence awareness and community change
- Hails from a family with executive roles in the Mauritian government and the United Nations
- Committed to building a united, inclusive, and prosperous Tamil community in Australia
Advisory Committee
Ghirija Jayarraj
Advisory Committee Member
📍 Western Australia
Award-winning Australian Tamil filmmaker, dance artist, theatre producer, and risk consultant whose career bridges the arts and corporate strategy. As Creative Director of Shastram, she has empowered over 400 artists worldwide.
- Creative Director of Shastram — immersive theatre & film reimagining Indian classical dance
- Acclaimed works include Mahari, Touch, and Sem Mann — internationally recognised
- Pioneered immersive productions for contemporary audiences across the globe
- 16+ years in risk consulting for major government and corporate entities
- Brings artistic vision, cultural storytelling, and governance expertise to Tamil Herald
“Together, they bring a wealth of expertise and passion to ensure Tamil Herald continues to uplift and amplify voices in our community.”
— Tamil Herald Australia
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We’re always looking for passionate professionals and community advocates to join our board and advisory committee. Help shape the future of Tamil Australian media.
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