Bhintuna 1145: Celebrating Newa Culture and Community (2024)
Bhintuna 1145 (2024) marked a historic milestone as the very first event of Newa Guthi Victoria, bringing the Newa community together to celebrate culture, heritage and community spirit.
The inaugural event featured a vibrant cultural program showcasing the richness of Newa traditions, including Dhime Baja, Dhime dance, Kumari dance, traditional Newari dances and songs. Community members came together to celebrate their heritage and lay a strong foundation for future cultural activities in Victoria.
A traditional Newari Bhoj provided an opportunity for everyone to enjoy authentic Newa cuisine while sharing food, conversations and meaningful community connections.
The event also included a special Sponsor and Supporter Appreciation segment, recognising the individuals, businesses and community supporters whose contributions helped make this first celebration possible.
As the first official event of Newa Guthi Victoria, Bhintuna 1145 holds a special place in the organisation’s history. It marked the beginning of a journey dedicated to preserving Newa heritage, strengthening community connections and passing cultural traditions on to future generations.
This event represents the beginning of Newa Guthi Victoria’s community journey and the collective effort that laid the foundation for many cultural programs, classes and celebrations that followed.
Event Details
- Date: 10 November 2024
- Location: Souvenir, Thomastown, Victoria
- Event: Bhintuna 1145
- Significance: First event of Newa Guthi Victoria
- Highlights: Dhime Baja, Dhime dance, Kumari dance, traditional Newari dances, songs and Newari Bhoj
- Special Recognition: Sponsor and supporter appreciation
- Focus: Newa culture, heritage, community connection and cultural preservation