Yazidi New Year celebrated worldwide, including in Wagga Wagga

The first Wednesday in April is regarded as the most important festival for Yazidis and is widely considered the Yazidi New Year. It is celebrated each year on the first Wednesday of April according to the old (Eastern) calendar and symbolises the renewal of life and nature. The Yazidi community in Wagga Wagga is marking this important occasion, with musician Khairi Shengali actively participating in the event and performing voluntarily.

Khairi Shengali, musician Credit: Supplied

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