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LUNAR NEW YEAR 2015 Good fortune filled the Cabramatta Town Centre during the two day Lunar New Year celebration that took place on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 February 2015. Lunar New Year in Cabramatta welcomed an estimated 12,000 locals and visitors. The event showcases Fairfield City Council’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive community as part of a calendar of events held throughout the year. The festival kicked off on the Saturday, as the Australian Chinese Youth Sports Federation led their lions to the Blue Star Air Conditioning Stage and opened the high energy entertainment program. The crowds were in awe by the astonishing twists and bends performed by the Shaolin Kung Fu demonstration group and there was plenty of jaw dropping moments as the Parkour stunt enthusiasts Team 9Lives and the Dong Thanh Alliance martial arts groups kept audiences on the edge of their seats. However, it was Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles that fascinated fans of all ages as they waited in anticipation to see their favourite heroes live on stage. The rain didn’t dampen spirits as people came out in full force to cheer on the action packed shows which were proudly presented by Platinum Sponsor Peter Warren Automotive. The fun continued as challengers took to the stage for the Cabramatta Bowling Club food competitions, specially hosted by Cleo’s Bachelor of the Year 2014 – Thien Nguyen. 2014 X Factor contestants Tee & Elenoa Rokobaro were also on hand and belted out some popular tunes that had audiences swaying to the music. Day two turned up the heat as our local Head Chefs from Iron Chef Chinese Seafood Restaurant and Fairfield Hotel’s Green Peppercorn Restaurant conducted cooking demonstrations, enticing crowds with their exquisite aromas and satisfying taste buds with the delicious food samples. Dutton Lane was transformed into the Cabra-Vale Diggers Amusement area where children enjoyed a variety of games and jumping castles including the inflatable vertical challenge, proving a lot of fun on the day. The Lu Group Farm Animals display was a huge success as visitors could pat, hold, and take photos with their favourite farm animals. This year’s special feature of course was the baby goat! The entertainment program across both days provided a variety of vibrant performances by local groups and showcased the professional cultural talents in our community. Once again the Cabramatta Lunar New Year Festival lived up to its reputation and was hugely enjoyed by those that attended the event.