General News
24 November, 2025
Free cultural showcase lunch to celebrate diversity
MEMBERS of the community are invited to a cultural showcase lunch to celebrate cultural diversity across our region. The free, family-friendly event aims to bring new and long-standing residents together to strengthen community connections. There’ll be traditional music and dance performances by the local multicultural community, who will also be cooking delicious food from around the world including flavours from India.
The event is being organised by Grampians Gariwerd Rural Australians for Refugees (RAR) and Ararat Neighbourhood House, with support from Ararat Rural City Council and the Victorian Government.
Council continues to strengthen community connections through its Settlement Services, supporting migrants and refugees as they build their new lives in the region.
Council also delivers a dedicated CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) service, helping families settle into the community, with a focus on connecting pre-school aged children to early learning opportunities.
Mayor Cr Bob Sanders said the Ararat Cultural Showcase Lunch was a valuable opportunity to celebrate the diversity that enriches the Ararat region.
“Whether you’ve lived here your whole life or newly arrived, you’re part of our community,” said Cr Sanders.
“This event is a great chance to share a great food from other cultures, enjoy some music and meet new people. We’re proud of our cultural mix, and it’s days like this that really show what makes our region such a welcoming place.”
The lunch will be held on Friday 6 December from 12pm to 2pm at the Alexandra Oval Community Centre.
To help organisers ensure there is enough food for everyone, attendees are encouraged to RSVP by calling 5355 0200 or by visiting TryBooking and searching ‘Ararat Cultural Showcase Lunch’.
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