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NEW ISSUE OUT | Blessings from Sri Mandir | Diwali unity | Phantom Street, Schofields | Diwali competition winner | Opera House lights up for Diwali
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16 Oct • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes
 Rajni Anand Luthra Editor, | It’s that time of year again… When sculptures suddenly sprout along the Bondi to Tamarama cliff walk. (Thought I was going to say Diwali? Well yes, that too!) For me, Sculpture by the Sea is the real start of a glorious Sydney summer. What I love most is how it makes us see art differently: outdoors, playful, against the wild ocean backdrop - where you can touch it, step inside it, or snap it from the silliest angle. Nothing beats a seaside stroll with world-class art as your company. What marks the beginning of summer for you? |
Pandit Jatin Bhatt of Australia’s first Hindu temple sends his Diwali wishes to all celebrating, and clarifies the confusion about dates.
As Diwali nears, the Indian diaspora must remember joy without context can be misunderstood - especially amid rising unease about migration and cultural difference. PAWAN LUTHRA |  |
The 20th edition of Celebrate India's Victorian Festival of Diwali was a welcome reprieve amidst a tough year for the diaspora. LAKSHMI GANAPATHY |  |
Phantom Street in Schofields comes alive with a dazzling Diwali light show. Here’s a sneak peak of what to expect! |  |
Sydney restaurants Nilgiri’s and Manjits Wharf who have been awarded One Wine Glass in the Australian Wine List of the Year Awards 2025.
Sydney restaurateur Kumar Mahadevan of Abhi’s Indian, who won the Legend Award at the SMH Good Food Guide 2026 awards, and Flyover Fritterie and Kolkata Social who won spots in the Critics’ Pick List.
Indian sculptors Shovin Bhattacharjee, Niharika Hukku, Dr. Subodh Kerkar and Professor Latika Katt, whose works feature in this year’s Sculpture by the Sea Indian Showcase.
Khushal Aggarwal (11) stood out in this year’s mandala art competition, four-years in the making! His artwork will now be featured in our official Diwali greeting card. TORRSHA SEN |  |
The sails don’t light up as often as they once did, so to see the Diwali lights on the Sydney icon was rather special. Given the tensions of late, the gesture carried a deep resonance. |  |
I ragazzi dei millefiori: the flow’rs of song and story is a new artwork exploring ideas of migration and the storied history of plants and colour. Check out artist Sangeeta Sandrasegar’s collaboration with natural dye expert Heather Thomas in this textile installation. For more head to our What’s On page. |  |
Om Jai Lakshmi
Goddess born from the struggle between good and evil
Guide us toward the light.
In a world where plenty is possible,
Let us end hunger, thirst and homelessness.
In your nurturing hands,
Let us seek refuge from want, fear and violence.
With your grace,
Let our world be reborn in your image,
Where all needs are met,
Where morality and love are abundant,
And whereby we are free.