ANMC Maha Shivaratri 2026: Newa Guthi Victoria Cultural Performance – Community Update

15 February 2026 | Australian Nepalese Multicultural Centre (ANMC), Diggers Rest

The Australian Nepalese Multicultural Centre (ANMC) celebrated Maha Shivaratri 2026 on Sunday, 15 February, at its community centre in Diggers Rest, Victoria. The day-long celebration brought the community together through traditional prayers, cultural activities and a special formal evening program.

Newa Guthi Victoria proudly participated in the celebration, contributing a vibrant Newari cultural performance that showcased the richness and diversity of Newa heritage.

The performance featured a traditional Newari dance, followed by a unique Dhime and Basuri fusion, bringing together traditional percussion and flute to create a dynamic cultural presentation for the audience.

Newa Guthi Victoria’s participation provided an opportunity to share Newa music and dance with the wider Nepalese and multicultural community, while celebrating the spirit of unity, cultural diversity and community participation.

The event also highlighted the value of collaboration between community organisations and the importance of creating opportunities to share Nepal’s diverse cultural traditions with audiences across Victoria.

Participation in events such as Maha Shivaratri allows Newa Guthi Victoria to introduce Newa cultural expressions to wider audiences while providing performers and learners with valuable opportunities to practise, present and celebrate their heritage.

This archive entry records Newa Guthi Victoria’s participation in Maha Shivaratri 2026 and its continued efforts to preserve, practise and share Newa culture through music, dance and community participation.

Event Details

• Date: 15 February 2026
• Location: Australian Nepalese Multicultural Centre (ANMC), 100 Duncans Lane, Diggers Rest, Victoria
• Event: Maha Shivaratri 2026
• Participation: Newa Guthi Victoria
• Performance: Newari dance and Dhime–Basuri fusion
• Highlights: Traditional dance, live Dhime and Basuri performance
• Focus: Newa cultural heritage, music, dance, community participation and cultural unity