The Amwaj Islander

Issue 46 | AUGUST 2014 www.amwaj.bh August in

60 Seconds with Akshay Khandelwal, Amwaj Islands, Ossis Property Developers

Meet Your Neighbours Graham and Lorraine Banister, Australian, Tala Island the Amwaj Islander 1

Behind the Name Letter from Amwaj Waves Amwaj Welcome to Amwaj Waves, an ultramodern residential development set in the heart of Amwaj Islands. Amwaj Waves is destined to be the single largest residential development in Amwaj, strategically located in the midst of the Islands’ attractions and within Dear Amwaj Islanders, close proximity to the waterfront. The First Wave comprises 4 Firstly, we would like to buildings; two of which are 13 wish our residents an Eid floors and two 7 floor buildings. Mubarak, and hope you had a blessed Holy Month. The project includes an incredible We hope you take the array of recreational features, opportunity to spend time including a 3500m2 landscaped with your families and loved podiums; 230 meter sqm adult pool, ones during this special and a squash court for its enthusiasts, a joyous occasion, many of sauna, steam rooms, Jacuzzi and you will be travelling during four gyms. For the children, they the Eid holidays and for the also have their own kids’ swimming summer. We look forward pool, a play area and garden as well to welcoming you back to as six BBQ areas for the disposal of the islands for a fresh start the residents. for the new school year.

The Amwaj Marina Prize Apartments are now on sale starting Night is back this month, from BD 92,257 for a 2-bedroom so make sure you stop by apartments- 121-125 sqm or 174 sqm the Amwaj Marina every for a 3-bedroom apartment starting Saturday. at BD133,035. The First Wave will also include August will also bring with over 3000 sqm of commercial it the height of summer, space, suitable for coffee shops, so it is important to stay bars, restaurants and laundry hydrated at all times. The and retail shops. The location of brain is composed of 90% Amwaj Waves and direct access water. Therefore, it feels for residents provides shop dehydrated first, responding owners with great opportunities with exhaustion and fatigue for business owners as well as so please make sure to drink profitable rates. plenty of water and fluids to combat this. Commercial space for rent starts from 42 sqm2- 526 sqm2, and the Happy reading. rates for rent of commercial space will be BD11 per sqm2 with a grace Sincerely, period of up to 6 months. For more information or viewings, Amwaj Islands please contact Kristina by e-mail on [email protected] or call 363 20 555 2 the Amwaj Islander

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Amwaj Islands and hoping for new and discover new places and food. challenges in the future. I believe being yourself is the best thing a person can do. What made you feel Amwaj was the right choice? What do you do in your spare time? When I got this opportunity, I was I normally work on my skills to very curious about it. I researched update my knowledge of the world. about Amwaj and came across I also like to meditate as I believe it the company’s portfolio and refreshes the mind and thoughts. achievements; this convinced me I am a very sporty person, l like that working with Amwaj was the to swim and play squash with my right choice without a doubt. It friends and I also enjoy cooking. feels great to play an important role in this company. Amwaj Photo Tell us a little about your career Corner before joining Amwaj. beautiful shots taken around Prior to working in Amwaj Islands, I the Islands by our residents was working as an auditor in India Full name: and visitors Akshay Khandelwal where I used to travel to different Nationality: parts of India to audit various Indian companies. As an auditor, you are given a great responsibility to Business Name: care for the audited company. My Amwaj Islands, Ossis experience as an auditor is what B.S.C. shaped my future career and all the Position: decisions made thereafter. I always Photo by Anastasia Ageeva Finance Manager believe you should allow your passion to become your purpose, and it will one day become your How do you feel being the new profession that’s what I did in my Finance Manager at Amwaj? life. It feels great when you know Can you tell us a little about that you’re working with a big yourself? developing company in I am Indian by nationality. I got my Photo by Katherine Mae that is responsible for the creation professional degree as Chartered Tucker of Amwaj Islands; one of the top Accountant from ICAI. I’m pretty ten man- made islands in the world. easy-going. I find it easy to get along But as the Finance Manager of the with people. I’m very conscientious; company, I am faced with a lot of I strive to make sure I do a good job challenges, which easily makes in anything I do. I pride myself in me know this was the right move being honest, because I believe it forward in my career, as we know is important. I’m a team player. I’m nothing worth having, comes easy! happy to collaborate with other Photo by Aneesh I look forward to continue here at people on projects. I love to travel Meet the Neighbours

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Meet Your Neighbours

the first residents of Tala Island, we of “freehold” apartments and moved in in 2007. villas for expatriates in a seaside What do you do for a living? I environment close to is a am the General Manager of an major attraction. Aluminium alloy company, Bahrain Do you feel you have made the Alloys Manufacturing. Previously, I right decision moving to Amwaj? was with Alba for 5 years, prior to Certainly so. It is just great to drive joining Bamco. into Amwaj of an afternoon and What events would you like to see feel that you can be in any 5 star happening in Amwaj? I think there residential village in the world, that could be more emphasis on water you desire. sports utilizing The Lagoon area. Full name: What do you like to do in your Graham and Lorraine How do you like to spend your spare time? Lorraine and I both like free time in Amwaj? Lorraine and to travel. From that, we create our Banister myself like to walk and swim, so own photo books which consume the beach gets used a fair bit. a lot of pleasurable time. Nationality: What is your favourite section in What’s your favourite type of Australian the Amwaj Islander newsletter? cuisine? Definitely seafood. Meet your Neighbours!! What’s your all time favorite Place of stay: Which restaurant or café would movie? Sound of Music. We did the Tala Island you like to see opening in Amwaj? tour in Austria a few years ago..just Al Abraaj, the best value for money wonderful. restaurant in Bahrain. If you could change anything in What attracted you to Amwaj? We In three words, describe Amwaj. Amwaj, what would it be? We would were looking for a property that Peaceful, friendly, breathtaking. like to see a petrol station close to would give us a relaxed lifestyle Amwaj. Otherwise everything is In your opinion, what makes at the same time, something that just great. would develop into a secure Amwaj different than the other financial investment. projects in Bahrain? The variety What events do you look forward of properties and architecture to in Amwaj? We find the markets How long have you been living make Amwaj a standout in quite interesting although last here? We have been living in Bahrain. Also the availability series was a bit flat. Bahrain since 1997 and we were

The Rules & Regulations document for Residents and Visitors is available from the Management of Amwaj Islands. Secure Services are responsible to manage the Security of the common areas of Amwaj. Mr. A.Rahim Ahmed, Head of Amwaj Security by Secure Services, can Photo of the month be reached on 36046011. Security Team’s contact details are: 33 530 Congratulations to Lauren van der Merwe who won a BD25 223 during working hours, Sunday shopping voucher from Alosra Supermarket for August’s to Thursday 8am-5pm. 24-hour ‘Photo of the Month’ Competition with this picture! To emergency telephone: 39 866 952 or participate, please send your photos to [email protected] email [email protected]. Please make sure all photos entered for the competition are over 1MB in size to qualify for submission. 4 the Amwaj Islander

Eid al-Fitr

During the month of Ramadan, This donation is of actual food; rice, school holiday. Muslims observe a strict fast and barley, dates or rice to ensure that participate in pious activities such the needy can have a holiday meal Source: http://islam.about.com/ as charitable giving and peace- and participate in the celebration. od/ramadan/f/eid_fitr.htm making. It is a time of intense This donation is known as sadaqah spiritual renewal for those who al-fitr (charity of fast-breaking). observe it. At the end of Ramadan, On the day of Eid, Muslims gather Amwaj Notice Muslims throughout the world early in the morning in outdoor Board observe a joyous three-day locations or mosques to perform The Amwaj Security and Maintenance celebration called Eid al-Fitr (the the Eid prayer. This consists of teams are responsible for the below. Festival of Fast-Breaking). For leaks or blockage in a common area; a sermon followed by a short contact Kamel on 3666 6007. Beach Eid al-Fitr falls on the first day of congregational prayer. and road cleaning, damage on roads Shawwal, the month which follows After the Eid prayer, Muslims or pavements, fallen signboards or Ramadan in the Islamic calendar. It flags and garbage bins request, contact usually scatter to visit various is a time to give in charity to those Niaz on 3315 6871. For construction site family and friends, give gifts in need, and celebrate with family issues contact Roger on 3909 4842. For (especially to children), and make and friends the completion of a workers’ gate pass, contact Mohammed phone calls to distant relatives to on 3943 4809. For pest control issues month of blessings and joy. give well-wishes for the holiday. contact Verminex on 3920 4295. Traffic Before the day of Eid, during the These activities traditionally accidents can be reported to police on last few days of Ramadan, each continue for three days. In most 199, medical emergency, ambulance or fire can be directed to 999, with the Muslim family gives a determined Muslim countries, the entire 3-day assistance of the Amwaj Security team. amount as a donation to the poor. period is an official government/

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Amwaj Photo Corner Upcoming Events & Sessions

Every Friday – The Muju Jazzy Brunch. Midday-5pm, in addition to a Freddie Mercury tribute performance, this unique offer provides a splendid buffet selection, the glamorous Sushi counter and the extensive live cooking stations as well as choice of dining inside the lounge area, beside the private infinity pool or relaxing on the sun filled decking area, BD 25 net inclusive of food and beverages. For more information, contact Muju Lounge and Restaurant on 1603 9800 Every Saturday – Amwaj Marina Prize Night. Enjoy a beautiful night by the Amwaj Marina while winning cash prizes and savouring live BBQ cooking, 8pm-12am. For more information, please call Amwaj Marina main office on 1601 1160. N TALA

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Amwaj Islands’ Security Maya Beach Resort & Fitness, Meena 7 Emergency Numbers Working Hours: 24 hrs T 16 030 070 Location: Amwaj Islands entrance Working Hours: 6.30am - 10pm Emergency line M 39 866 952 Saturday - Thursday, 8am - 10pm on Fridays T 999 E [email protected] Muju Lounge & Restaurant Police Station Amwaj Islands Main Office T 16 039 800 T 17 671 212 Working hours: 8am – 5pm, Sunday - Thursday Park & Shop Supermarket, Zawia 2 Police Station Location: Amwaj Islands entrance T 77 115 121 T 17 334 401 T 16 033 100 E [email protected] Pet Arabia Coast Guard W www.amwaj.bh T 16 010 501 T 17 700 000

Tala Island Security Quest Realty, Meritas House Traffic Police T 16 060 033 T 1607 8378 T 199

Nuetel Communications Speed Rent a Car Nearest Hospitals to Amwaj Working Hours: 8am – 5pm, Sunday - T 16 010 131 Thursday, 8am - 2pm on Saturdays American Mission Hospital, T 16 033 000 Tala Leisure Center Amwaj Medical & Wellness T 16 071 007 Center International School of Choueifat Working Hours T 17 248 100 T 16 033 333 Weekdays 6am - 10pm Weekends 9am - 6pm Bahrain Specialist Hospital Amwaj Marina Dive Club T 17 812 000 Robin Bugeja Yara Beauty Lounge, Zawia 1 M 39 671 748 T 16 010 999 Al Hilal Hospital Working Hours T 17 344 199 Bahrain International Airport Everyday 9am - 8pm T 17 339 339 King Hamad Hospital Zaman Studio, Meritas House T 17 351 450 Amwaj Hotels T 77 300 001 M 39 223 553 Closest Vets to Amwaj The Dragon Beach Hotel & Resort T 16 031 111 24-Hours Supermarket Dr Mohammed Hussain CIRCO T 16 034 498 T 17 292 125 Tala Service Center - The Sea Loft Boutique Chalets 16030333 T 16 033 833 Food Deliveries Dr Nonie Coutts Main Office - 69694000 T 17 245 515 Amwaj Outlets Breadtalk MASY T 17 535 371 Closest Pharmacies to Amwaj T 17 822 404 ACES Taekwondo Academy, Tala Island M 39 658 741 Chickey’s Al Quds Pharmacy Closest Removal & Storage T 17 467 771 T 17 470 080 to Amwaj Al Osra Supermarket T 16 033 773 China Express Ibn Sina Pharmacy Takhzeen Self Storage Working Hours T 17 717 598 T 17 677 207 M 69 990 999 Everyday 7am - 11pm M 37779009 EZ Burger Nasser Pharmacy aminals, Zawia 1 T 17 241 111 T 16 010 505 IT Home Services T 16 030 103 Hardeez Taxi Services TechnoServ Black & White Laundry T 17 111 112 M 39 609 876 T 17 532 268 Arabian Taxi M 36 308 889 Hunger Line (Papa Johns, Dairy Queen, T 17 461 746 Cargo Services Burger King, Quiznos & Chilis) Corners T 17 506 070 Bahrain Limo Baz Cargo Services T 16 031 113 T 17 266 266 T 17 771 132 KFC Costa Coffee, Tala Island T 17 111 111 Bahrain Taxi Closest Post Office to T 16 034 509 T 17 682 999 Amwaj Little Ceasars Pizza Dance Studio, Tala Island T 17 675 552 Travel Services Al Hidd Post Office M 33 393 344 T 17 673 157 Pizza Hut Aradous Travel and Tour Working Hours: 7am - 2pm Environment Friends Society T 17 111 113 T 17 234 417 Saturday to Thursday M 39433228 Pizza Inn Car Washing Services Shopping Malls Franky Joes T 17 671 777 T 16 011 601 Ecowash Aali Mall Shanghai Hut T 17 490 565 T 17 581 000 Joz Salon & SPA, The Dragon Hotel & ResortT 17 292 988 T 16 031 120 Home Maintenance Services Bahrain City Center The Clay Oven T 17 179 779 La Contesse Beauty Center T 17 717 008 Atlas BMS T 16 030 405 M 36 558 817 Moda Mall Wahid Pastries M 36 191 810 T 17 533 140 Lux Actuaries T 17 466 771 T 77 005 464 AXEM Seef Mall T 17 500 260 T 17 581 111 YOU’RE HOME

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