Thursday, 22 June 2023

Clarinda electorate multicultural events

Meng Heang TAK (Clarinda) (10:37:337:): Congratulations to the Zee Cheng Khor Moral Uplifting Society Incorporated on 21 years of service to our community. I was delighted to join president Stephen Chew, committee members and friends to celebrate. Clarinda is one of the most diverse electorates in Victoria, and we are so lucky to have so many amazing community groups and events taking place in our vibrant community.

A few months ago it was fantastic to celebrate Greek Independence Day with the Hellenic community of the city of Moorabbin. It was a proud day and a great opportunity to acknowledge Clarinda’s and Victoria’s strong Greek community and the rich festivity that accompanies this tradition.

It was also a pleasure to join the Vietnamese Community in Australia – Victoria Chapter at their annual flag-raising ceremony to commemorate and honour the rich Vietnamese heritage in Victoria in the south-east. I was honoured to join the Qing Ming Festival organised by the Bright Moon Buddhist Society, whose temple was devastated by fire in February this year. Again, I commend the community for finding unity and strength during this difficult time.

Lastly, it was a pleasure to join the Cambodian Association of Victoria, Cambodian temples and friends and families for Cambodian New Year celebrations. Happy belated Cambodian New Year. There were so many other wonderful celebrations, and I look forward to many more.