CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA, October 20, 2006: Divali was celebrated at the Federal Parliament House in Canberra on October 16, 2006. The function was jointly hosted by the Hon. Senator Amanda Vanstone, Minister for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs and the Hindu Council of Australia, a national body representing all Australian Hindus, and was attended by a number of Senators and Members of Parliament. After the ceremonial lighting of the traditional lamp, the Minister of Immigration emphasized the importance of celebrating Divali at the Parliament House and the positive contributions being made by the Australian Indian community in the economic development and well-being of the Australian Multicultural society. A number of dances were performed by the young artists from Canberra, Sydney and Darwin. Sweets and light refreshments were served. The program ended with spectacular fireworks at the Federation Mall outside the Parliament House. Visit the Hindu Council of Australia’s website to see other news of Hindus in Australia and sign up for their newsletter.
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