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Barbie Launches Special Diwali Doll in Collaboration with Indian Designer Anita Dongre

Ms Dongre's Barbie wears its Hindu culture with pride including a beautiful "Bindi" on her forehead.

Vibrant Diwali celebrations light up Australia’s Parliament

With the Indian diaspora being one of Australia’s fastest-growing communities, particularly Hindus, Diwali has gained significant recognition across the country.

Australian primary school children embrace cultural diversity through Diwali celebration

The Diwali celebration at Orchard Grove Primary School not only illuminated the significance of life choices but also served as a bridge to embrace cultural diversity.

My grandson thinks I am Indian: Australian author Susanne Gervay at ‘Diwali Storytime’

"I love Diwali I would love it to be across this country as well as India as it's about light...Diwali is a very precious festival".

Melbourne’s Springvale Reserve Hall illuminated by SSK Hindu Association’s Dusshera and Diwali festivities

A standout moment of the event was the meticulously performed Sita Swayamvar, a pivotal scene from the Indian epic Ramayana

“Beautiful principles that we want to hand to the next generation of young Australians” says NSW Premier about Diwali

The Hindu festival of lights (also known as Deepavali) is celebrated each year on the 15th Day of the 'Kartik' month (eight month according to the Hindu calendar) on Amavasya (new moon).

“Deepavali message is timeless,” says Governor-General David Hurley

Governor-General David Hurley recently hosted Diwali celebrations at Government House in Canberra.

A Diwali party to empower Indian-origin senior citizens in Australia

"It's a testament to the compassion we share, reminding us that age is just a number in a community that cares."

Diwali celebrations with a piece of Aussie history!

Powerhouse Late: Charkha and Kargha was a celebration of Indian textiles including fashion, cultural and dance workshops, weaving demonstrations and conversations.

Dan Andrews’ Diwali dinner called ‘culturally insensitive and religiously disrespectful’

"I was upset with 'Wine and Beer' flowing at a religious/spiritual occasion, it should have certainly not happened."

Must-read

Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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