Current Executive Members

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Executive Committee 2024/26

Rojina Tamrakar

President

Rojina Tamrakar is deeply passionate about community service and promoting Nepalese culture in Australia’s multicultural landscape. Since 2019, she has served as Secretary and volunteer for the Nepali Society of Tasmania, working tirelessly to uplift the community and promote the Nepali language and culture among children.

With over 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, Rojina currently works in the Strategic Financial Management Unit of a local government body. Her professional journey has equipped her to advocate for social justice, equity, and women’s empowerment.

Rojina’s initiatives include:

Increase women’s participation in leadership.
Promote inclusion and diversity in Tasmania.
Provide capacity development and career coaching for skilled and newly arrived migrant.
Develop mental health and family violence programs.
Represents the Nepali community in the broader Tasmanian community.

Dedicated to volunteering, Rojina follows the philosophy of hard work, sustainable learning, and morality. In her personal time, she enjoys meditation and yoga, which keep her grounded and focused on her mission

Nirmal Aryal

Vice President

Nirmal Aryal is from Hobart, Tasmania, and holds a bachelor’s degree in professional accounting, providing him with a strong foundation in financial management and analysis.

Professionally, Nirmal serves as the Assistant Restaurant Manager at JBM Group, where he oversees daily operations, ensures exceptional guest experiences, and leads a dedicated team of professionals in the restaurant industry.

In addition to his professional commitments, Nirmal is honoured to be elected as vice-president at the Nepali Society of Tasmania (NEST). In this role, he works collectively with the team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the Nepalese community in Tasmania. Managing the financial aspects of NEST’s initiatives has been a rewarding experience, allowing him to contribute significantly to the community.

Nirmal is excited to connect with others and exchange insights on accounting, restaurant management, and the incredible rewards of social volunteering. He welcomes questions and discussions on these topics and looks forward to sharing experiences and insights.

Deekchhya Basnet

General Secretary

Deekchhya is a dedicated and experienced nurse with nearly a decade of professional practice in the healthcare field. Her passion for nursing stems from a lifelong desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Throughout her career, she has committed herself to providing compassionate care and understanding the unique needs of the people she looks after. She is deeply passionate about helping others and contributing to the betterment of communities through education, healthcare, safety, health, and wellness. This commitment drives her ongoing efforts to improve the well-being of individuals and communities. She is proud to contribute to the health and happiness of those she serves and is continually inspired by the impact of her work.

Rabina Thapa

Treasurer

Rabina has been an active member of the community for many years, participating in various local initiatives and events. Her enthusiasm for community engagement has driven her to contribute her skills and time to help create a supportive and thriving environment for all community members.

She is passionate about building strong, connected communities where everyone feels welcome and valued. Her aim is to bring people together through meaningful events and initiatives that make a positive impact. Her goal is to become the best version of herself every day to better serve her purpose. To this end, she enjoys reading personal development books, listening to podcasts, and networking for inspiration

Nasana Badyakar

Executive Member

Nasana is currently pursuing her nursing degree and working in the aged care industry. She is passionate about community work and contributes her time as a volunteer at Pathshala, a Nepali language school. Nasana enjoys spending time with young children, teaching them about language, culture, and values. She is committed to continuing her volunteer work and exploring more opportunities to serve her community.

Samhita Sharma

Executive Member

Samhita has been residing in Hobart, Tasmania for the last 16 years. Over this period, she has been involved in many Nepalese community programs since the formation of the Nepalese Society fourteen years ago. Witnessing significant growth in all dimensions of the community, as a executive member of the society, Samhita looks forward to further strengthening the Nepalese community and making its presence felt in broader Tasmanian society

Anupa Neupane

Executive Member

Anupa is a sincere and dedicated team player to any team that she is involved in. She highly believes in team work and enjoys community work. She poses good public speaking skills, and she demonstrated her speaking skills by hosting several programs and shows such as Nepal Festival, Maha Yatra, Fund Raising Corporate Events, Meet & Greet with Nir Shah and so on. Besides hosting the events, Anupa also enjoys dancing and being around with kids. She is also very passionate about sharing our cultural morals and values to our second generation residing overseas. She is now actively involved in Nepalese Community School known as Pathasala and helps our Nepalese children to learn our Nepali language. She loves doing a volunteering work on her leisure time to make our community a better place to live in.

Anupa is working as a Finance Officer for nearly a decade. Her professional work experiences and community work experiences have a positive impact on her and helped her to grow as a better person. With the time constantly evolving, she highly believes in learning, unlearning and relearning practices which can play a significant role for a person to be more positive, focused and grounded.

Manoj Ghale

Executive Member

Manoj Ghale has been a resident of Hobart since 2019, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Since his arrival, Manoj has been deeply involved in social service and community initiatives, dedicating his efforts to fostering unity and growth within the diverse community. As the co-founder of Buddha Asian Grocery and the owner of GSM Service Solutions and KTM Remit, Manoj is committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. His passion for serving the community drives his goal to make the community bigger and brighter, contributing to its overall well-being and success.

Anish Adhikari

Executive Member

Anish is a 23-year-old gentlemen with a deep passion for living like an athlete—a journey that has profoundly shaped his outlook on life. Through his experiences, he has come to realize the transformative power of discipline, physical fitness, and mental resilience. His mission is to inspire others by sharing what he has discovered along the way, encouraging them to embrace a lifestyle that prioritizes health, perseverance, and personal growth. Whether through running, training, or simply adopting an athlete’s mindset, he is dedicated to helping others unlock their full potential and live their best lives.