Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extends his Dashain greetings to Australia’s Nepali community

The Prime Minister has sent his best wishes as the Nepali community in Australia gathers to celebrate the Dashain festival.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a speech at the National Press Club. Credit: Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images

In a statement, Mr Albanese says that celebrating Dashain is a crucial way for the Nepali community to keep their traditions alive.

“No matter when your family story started in Australia, the rituals of an ancient festival are an important heirloom in a new country,” he added.

The Dashain blessings – passed by parents and grandparents to children and grandchildren – preserve culture and tradition.

Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extends his Dashain greetings to Australia's Nepali community. Credit: PMO

Throughout Australia, many events are being organised for the annual festival, which the Prime Minister says is an opportunity to share culture with the wider community.

"From Launceston to Shepparton, and Perth to Sydney, Australia's Nepalese [Nepali] community shares the blessings of history and heritage with us all," he said.

Celebrating the victory of good over evil, Dashain is an opportunity to seek out the goodness in the world and welcome it into our lives.

Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister