New migrants arriving in Melbourne will also face different sets of challenges compared to their peers. Changes in Governmental regulations, work permits, housing requirements, educational and training needs could be very daunting. Accurate useful information is needed to assist these new migrants as they start their new life in Australia.

As the community grows, so does the complexity of issues and problems. Nurturing an effective Youth Development program becomes very important. Keeping our Youths focused on positive development and skills, in preparation for them later in life becomes the responsibility of the community. Helping families in need and those unfortunately stricken with grief or loss is our duty.

The Malay community in Melbourne is growing rapidly, with growing families within the current community together with the greater influx of new migrants. This growth can be observed in other areas including the Western and Eastern areas of Melbourne. Inter-marriages between Malay and other races within the greater community sees the emergence of children with intercultural backgrounds.

Positive assimilation into the greater Australian community is also important as we become an integral part of a multi-cultural Australia. These developments and challenges need to be recognized and reflected in our future plans. We need to recognize these opportunities whilst still upholding our culture, values and ethics. Our traditional spirit of collaboration and cooperation (gotong royong) and our rich heritage in culture and language need to be kept and passed down to the younger generations. Our ethics and values such as respecting the elders need to be instilled into the next generation. Our religious and spiritual needs must also be constantly addressed. With all the above in mind, KUM needs to formulate an all-encompassing Vision and Mission statements.