Leichhardt MP highlights contributions of South Asian communities ahead of Diwali

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Matt Smith is a former Cairns Taipan and Member for Leichhardt Credit: Supplied by Mr Smith's office

Matt Smith, Member for Leichhardt and former Cairns Taipans basketball player, said that South Asian communities have been settling in Far North Queensland for generations, with each cohort bringing something “new and vibrant” to the region. Speaking to SBS Punjabi, he said that multiculturalism is an integral part of the Far Northern story and shared his plans for celebrating the upcoming Diwali festival with the diverse community. Listen to an interaction with him as the SBS South Asian teams broadcast live from Cairns via this podcast....


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