Premier Iftar Dinner in Parliament House:
NSW Premier Mike Baird hosted dinner for NSW Muslim community at NSW Parliament House.The Premier’s Iftar was attended by Members of Parliament, Muslim Imams and community leaders, as well as religious leaders from other faiths.At the dinner, Mr Baird said: “It is an honour to host an Iftar dinner – the breaking of the fast – with members of the NSW community who are observing Ramadan.Ramadan holds special significance in the life of Muslim Australians. It is a time of spiritual reflection and asks members of the Islamic faith to fast between sunrise and sunset.
Multicultural Media award ceremony
NSW Premier Mike Baird and Minister for Multiculturalism John Ajaka announced the winners at a gala event at Doltone House in the Sydney CBD. Mr. Baird said that a record 128 entries were submitted this year across 12 categories and I would like to congratulate all of our winners and finalists for their outstanding efforts.”Mr Ajaka said the Premier’s Multicultural Media Awards highlight the importance, quality, and professionalism shown by the community media in NSW.
Some other photos from the events are posted below: