Friday, October 24, 2003
Happy Deepavali
Happy Deepavali
One of the many thing I miss about Malaysia is the celebration of the Multi-cultural festivity (of course the public holiday always helps). All Malaysian celebrates Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, Deepavali, Christmas, etc. All Malaysian recognise and understand the different believes and celebrate each others religious celebrations.
Whereas in Oz it is just another day for us. 22nd of January 2004 (CNY) is just another day for most Aussies. For a country which boast its tolerance and understanding (eg Different Colours, One People), aussies are just like every other Western country. The only religious celebration celebrated are Good Friday and Christmas.
Multi-Cultural Australia or just White-Australia?
One of the many thing I miss about Malaysia is the celebration of the Multi-cultural festivity (of course the public holiday always helps). All Malaysian celebrates Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, Deepavali, Christmas, etc. All Malaysian recognise and understand the different believes and celebrate each others religious celebrations.
Whereas in Oz it is just another day for us. 22nd of January 2004 (CNY) is just another day for most Aussies. For a country which boast its tolerance and understanding (eg Different Colours, One People), aussies are just like every other Western country. The only religious celebration celebrated are Good Friday and Christmas.
Multi-Cultural Australia or just White-Australia?
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