Malay Council of Victoria
Gary MAAS (Narre Warren South) (10:00): According to the 2021 census, the Malaysian community in Victoria is the largest in Australia. The Malay Council of Victoria aims to preserve and nurture Malay Muslim culture and foster interaction and appreciation amongst the wider community through social, educational and economic activities. This event was supported by the Victorian government’s 2024–25 multicultural festival and events program, which reinforces our government’s commitment to supporting inclusion and diversity. The holy month of Ramadan is observed by many across central Asia, the Middle East and happily by those in my electorate who are part of the Muslim faith. I am grateful for the work of all our multicultural groups and organisers who bring together so many to observe holy occasions such as these with warmth and pride. Thank you to Ed Zaid, president of the Malay Council of Victoria, and his team for inviting me to such a well-run event. It is an honour to represent Narre Warren South and its proud multicultural and multifaith communities.