We organise vibrant festivals like Ugadi, Kannada Rajyotsava, and family gatherings that celebrate our rich heritage and traditions.
Connect with Kannada families across Canberra, build friendships, and create a support system away from home.
Workshops, cultural programs, and activities designed to keep our language and traditions alive for the next generation.
Karnataka Association of Canberra, also referred to as KAC is a non-profit organization primarily aimed at networking for Kannadigas in Australian Capital Territory. It is incorporated in Canberra, Australia. KAC was founded in 2004, after Kannada speaking community leaders of the time envisioned a bright future for the Kannadigas of Canberra. On November 2010 KAC is a registered association, where office-bearers were elected.
Connect with families, celebrate our rich festivals, and keep the vibrant traditions of Karnataka alive in the ACT. KAC is your "home away from home" in Australia.
Active member families across the ACT.
Cultural events and community gatherings annually.
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At KAC, we are more than just an association; we are a family. We work tirelessly to ensure that our language, art, and values are cherished and passed on to future generations in the heart of Australia
We organise grand celebrations like Ugadi and Kannada Rajyotsava, bringing the authentic colors, music, and flavors of Karnataka to the ACT.
Through our ‘Kannada Kali’ classes, we provide a platform for children to learn, read, and speak their mother tongue with pride and confidence.
New to Canberra? KAC helps Kannada families find their footing by offering social connections, local advice, and a strong sense of belonging.
Sujith Mysore hails from the coffee town of Chikkamagaluru and has called Australia home since 2006. He completed his Master’s in Information Technology at Queensland University of Technology and has been based in Canberra since 2011. Sujith currently works as a Program Manager, leading large-scale Cyber Security programs within the Department of Disability, Health and Aged Care, and also runs his own IT consulting firm.
A passionate community leader, Sujith has been actively involved in service and leadership roles for over two decades. His contributions span across being Zonal Secretary for Rotaract International during college days in India, International Student Ambassador at QUT, Student Ambassador for Sun Microsystems, and long-standing leadership roles within the Australian Computer Society, including serving as a National Board Member. He has also held key community positions such as Secretary of FINACT, Vice-President of the Karnataka Association of Canberra and founding committee member of Canberra Hindu Mandir. As President of KAC, Sujith is committed to fostering inclusion, cultural pride, and strong community connections.
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