- Vietnamese community comes together for Tet Nguyên Dán new year celebrations
- The Tet Festival is supported by the McGowan Government with $65,000
The spectacular Tet Festival returns for 2023 with dance, food and fireworks on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 February at Girrawheen Senior High School.
Hosted by the Vietnamese Community in Australia WA Chapter, the annual Tet Festival is one of the State's most popular events and is attended by thousands eager to join the Vietnamese new year celebrations.
The McGowan Government is proud to support this year's Tet Festival with $65,000 through the Office of Multicultural Interests, Lotterywest and Healthway.
Tet Nguyên Dán, or the Festival of the First Morning of the First Day, is one of the most important celebrations for the Vietnamese community when families come together to usher in the new year.
This year marks the Year of the Cat, which according to the Vietnamese zodiac brings good luck and smooth sailing.
For more information about the Tet Festival visit www.omi.wa.gov.au
Comments attributed to Citizenship and Multicultural Interests Minister Tony Buti:
"Western Australia is fortunate to have a large and flourishing Vietnamese community who have made significant cultural, economic and social contributions to the development of this State.
"The Tet Festival is a great opportunity to learn more about Vietnamese culture and be a part of one of our most exciting celebrations.
"To everyone celebrating Tet Nguyên Dán, chúc mung nam moi - happy new year - and welcome to the Year of the Cat."
Minister's Office - 6552 6400
