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Tamil Culture Celebration 2021 தமிழ் பண்பாட்டு விழா 2021
Students of Thaai Tamil School Inc presents Tamil Culture Celebration 2021
Date: 20 Nov 2021 (Saturday)
Time: 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Place: Griffin State School, 19 Wesley Rd, Griffin QLD 4503
Music - Dance - Drama - Food - Social - Entertaining - Child-friendly - Community Event Entry Ticket (Veg Dinner): Single: $10 Family (upto 4): $30 For Tickets and Sponsors: Rajinikanth - 0432 659 173 | Venkattesh - 0424 504 278 | Mugunth - 0423 730 122 I Siva 0434 919 389 | Muthu - 0433 120 890
Event supported by Celebrating Multicultural Queensland programme (Queensland Government - https://www.facebook.com/multiculturalqld)
Gold Sponsors: Steven Miles, Deputy Premier QLD, Member for Murrumba Luke Howarth, Member for Petrie Bala Rajan Century 21 Performance Lillybrook Dental OzFoodHunter
Silver Sponsor: Star Promotions & India News
Media Support: Brisbane 4EB Tamil Oli Radio
Organising Partner: IdlyChutney
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Pongal Festival 2020 - Tamil Thanksgiving Festival
All are cordially invited for the GRAND celebration of 2020 Pongal Festival in #Queensland (Tamils' Thanksgiving Festival),
on 18th January, 3 pm (Saturday)
@ Robelle Domain Parklands, Springfield Central
co-presented by Queensland Tamil Mandram Thaai Tamil School Inc
Thaai Tamil School 8th Annual Cultural event
இக்கலை விழா, தமிழை அடுத்த தலைமுறைக்கு கற்றுத் தரும் தாய்த்தமிழ்ப்பள்ளியின் ஒரு முக்கிய நிதி திரட்டும் நிகழ்வாகும், எனவே பிரிஸ்பேனில் வசிக்கும் அனைத்துத் தமிழர்களையும், தமிழ் வணிக நிறுவனங்களையும், பல்லினக் கலாச்சாரத்தில் ஆர்வம் உள்ளவர்களையும் பார்வையாளர்களாக அழைக்கிறோம்!
Venue: Acacia Ridge State School, Nyngam St, Acacia Ridge QLD 4110
Date/Time: Saturday, 19 Oct 19 - 5:30 to 9:00 PM
To purchase tickets, message us on Facebook or contact
Arun - 0430115494 or arunsho@gmail.com
Silver Sponsor
Rochedale Central Dentist - https://www.rochedalecentraldentist.com.au/
Thaai Tamil School - Upcoming Events and Dates 2019
Pongal Festival 2019
On a warm and sunny evening on the 19th of January, 2019, the “Pongal Thiruvizha (Festival) in Queensland which was jointly organised by Queensland Tamil Mandram and Thai Tamil School, was held at the Robelle Domain Parklands, in Greater Springfield area.
The huge crowd of more than 2000 flocked excitedly to the venue. This made it a fabulous occasion comparable to the grand “Pongal Thiruvizhas” held in our native lands (Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia). The climate was also extremely pleasant, further assisting in the overall success of this festival.
As scheduled, the sports events began at 3 pm on the dot – stressing “punctuality”, an aspect greatly appreciated by Tamil culture. Irrespective of the scorching sun, children and adults very enthusiastically took part in the games such as musical chairs, lemon and spoon race, three legged race and Tug of war. It was gratifying to note that the participants reflected the multicultural nature of the Nation. The Pongal and Kolam competitions brought out the hidden skills and talents of our Tamil women and highlighted the richness of our Tamil culture to the viewers of other communities.
There were various multicultural food and drinks stalls to quench the thirst and feed the hunger of the people who had gathered.
The crowds enjoyed the various dishes sold at these stalls. Very comfortable tents and seating accommodations were made for not only the special guests but for all viewers. To enjoy the event from anywhere in the ground, all the events were live cast on the big screen atop the stage.
The event ambassador from the Queensland government Ms. Charis Mullen MP, local council members, Ex-MPs, representatives of various charity organisations and supporting organisations were invited as special guests. They very obligingly accepted the invitation and graced the event and in turn, they appreciated the richness and community gathering by expressing their sincere wishes and views.
The events on the stage began with the enchanting music provided by the band of the Queensland Police Pipes & Drums. They were splendid and should be thanked sincerely for their presentation and their kindness in accepting and appreciating other cultures. Their role in providing peace and security through the whole celebrations is very commendable. Hats off to the Police Commissioner for his message and greetings. Special mention should be made to Melissa Davis, who was his representative.
The special guests were received with the cultural pageant of the “Sangamam” group and taken in procession. The ancient Tamil art forms of Parai, kavadi, karaham and poikal kuthirai (dancing horse) were represented in the pageant. The majestic presence and procession of the Tamil Kings Sera , Choza, Pandiya were highlights of this pageant.
Selvi. Roshini Sriram and her disciple Master. Kavin Sriram sang songs of Bharathi, the great Tamil poet. A bevvy of young ladies enriched the events by their dance under the title “Dance Galatta”. The young boys of Nagam Silambam Academy who presented silambattam and dance with torches of fire were well applauded. The Gold Coast’s ‘Sangamam’ arts group presented a well-received dance, reflecting the rich Tamil culture. Special mention should be made to the toddler girl who jubilantly danced with the troupe and stole everyone’s heart. Mr.Hari and his wife, with their songs and dance, enchanted the audience. A fashion parade by Red carpet organization added beauty to the stage events. The MCs Ms.Reena and Mr.Shanker did a fine job. Mr Varadhraj and Master Arun Sriram is also to be commended for his lively commentary of the sports events.
Such a big and fabulous Event needs great planning. Queensland Tamil Mandram and Thai Tamil school jointly had well planned and executed it with great success. The QLD Government, attracted by the dedicated voluntary service of both institutions and the success of previous years’ celebrations, sponsored the event with a benevolent sum. Our sincere thanks to the Queensland government. The Chennai based Dream Homes Properties had generously sponsored this event to make this festival Grand. The Brisbane based Concept Properties, local political members and other small businesses have made supported with donations towards the event and the raffle draw prizes and gift vouchers. 4EB Tamil Oli radio and SBS Tamil radio supported the event by live broadcast from the event. A BIG Thank you to all the sponsors and supporters!
The festival concluded with fabulous fireworks.
Written by Thejan Elankayer, Lalitha Nadarajah