Little India Deepavali Fair draws crowds

As the countdown kicks off until the festival of lights, Hindus in Sydney are getting into the Diwali spirit nice and early. On Saturday, Harris Park’s popular Wigram Street was closed off for the day, making way for a spectacular ‘Little India Deepavali Fair’ to take place. Organised by Council of Indian Australians, the event…

DIY rakhis this Raksha Bandhan

The past week has seen South Asian families gathering to celebrate Raksha Bandhan – an annual festival during which sisters tie a bracelet around their brothers’ wrists. The occasion is all about celebrating the sacred bond of affection shared between siblings, and this year we added our own flair to the festivities. The bracelets, known…