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Around Town | Tamil New Year celebration

Embracing tradition and unity: A colourful glimpse of the Tamil New Year celebration. Photo by Contributed

About 50 people gathered at the Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre on Saturday, April 27 to celebrate Tamil New Year with the Malaysian Tamilar Community. People from all religious backgrounds were welcomed to join in the three hours of festivities.

The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the celebration of Tamil New Year. Attendees enjoyed an array of traditional Tamil cuisine, which included delicacies such as vadai and payasam. The aroma of spices filled the air as guests indulged in these delights, embracing the rich flavours of Tamil culture.

The event also featured cultural dance performances, showcasing the beauty and grace of Tamil tradition. Spectators were enthralled by the intricate movements and colourful costumes, immersing themselves in the rhythm of the dances.

As the evening ended, it was evident that the inaugural celebration of the Malaysian Tamilar Community had successfully brought people together in a spirit of joy and unity, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Mooroopna’s cultural landscape.

Mesmerising: A dancer in a vibrant peacock costume captivates the audience. Photo by Contributed
Tradition: A dancer in a stunning peacock costume takes part in the Tamil New Year celebration. Photo by Contributed
Speech: State Member for Shepparton Kim O’Keeffe and Cr Anthony Brophy highlighted the significance of cultural diversity and unity. Photo by Contributed
Experience: Kim O’Keeffe immerses herself in the joyous spirit of the celebration. Photo by Contributed
Support: Kim O’Keeffe and Cr Anthony Brophy join in the vibrant festivities of the Tamil New Year celebration. Photo by Contributed
Cultural appreciation: A joyful gathering at the Tamil New Year celebration. Photo by Contributed
Strong spirit: Members of the community come together in celebration at the Tamil New Year festivities. Photo by Contributed
Celebrating Tamil New Year: Judeland Antony makes a speech. Photo by Contributed
Performing with pride: Saswen Sivasegaran is centre stage during a kollattam dance. Photo by Contributed
Radiant rhythms: A komathi dance at the Tamil New Year celebration. Photo by Contributed