9 November 2019
The Sadhu family from the Blacktown suburb of Bungarribee,
has been announced as the winner of Blacktown’s 2019
Diwali Lights Competition for the second year running.
In announcing the winner, Blacktown City Mayor Tony
Bleasdale, OAM, said, “Blacktown is one of the most
culturally diverse cities in Australia and is home to more than
83,000 people of Indian descent.
“This competition is a celebration of light and life and it is
impressive to see the team work and the meaningful
traditions behind all the light displays.”
The competition was organised by Blacktown City Council in
association with Indian Link Media Group to celebrate the
annual Diwali Festival.
The ancient Hindu festival of Diwali celebrates the victory of
light over darkness, with observers around the world lighting
lamps and candles in and around homes and temples.
“The competition continues to grow in popularity each year
and it’s exciting to see so many families celebrating their
culture and decorating their homes,” Mayor Bleasdale said.
In second place was the Kaukar family from Schofields
followed by the Upadhyay family from The Ponds in third
place. Best Rangoli was awarded to Sarita Kadukar in
Schofields.
Best Street was won by Ward Street, Schofields, which had
7 decorated entries. The Ward Street road sign will now
proudly display the words; ‘Best Street Diwali lights
competition 2019’.
Cash prizes were also awarded to the winners, $800 for first
place, $600 for the runner up and $400 for third place. Each
ward winner was also awarded $100.
The winning home in Bungarribee, Blacktown.
Councillor Moninder Singh with the competition winners, the Sadhu family.
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