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Sunshine, Culture and Community at Australia Friendship Day Under perfect blue skies at the Broadwater Parklands, Australia Friendship Day 2026 brought together communities from across the Gold Coast for a vibrant day of celebration, connection and cultural pride. Hosted by the Filipino Community Council of Queensland and the Gold Coast Filipino Australian Cultural Ensemble, this year's event showcased the strength and diversity of our multicultural community through a lively

It was a busy and rewarding weekend for Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) as our team joined one of the Gold Coast's vibrant multicultural celebrations, the Kusuma Indonesia Community Australia (KICA) Harmony Festival! Held at the beautiful Broadwater Parklands, the festival brought together community members, cultural groups, families and visitors from across the region to celebrate Indonesian culture, heritage and the values of multicultural harmony. The event showca

TMC was proud to bring together people from across the Gold Coast for the TMC Australia Day Parade, a vibrant celebration of diversity, inclusion and the many cultures that make our community so unique. Held along the beautiful Broadwater foreshore, the event provided an opportunity for community members from a wide range of cultural backgrounds to come together and celebrate the rich multicultural fabric of Australia. Participants proudly marched side by side, waving cultura

Serves up fun, friendship and friendly competition Shuttlecocks were flying and smiles were everywhere as community members came together for the TMC Harmony Badminton Tournament 2025, a day filled with friendly competition, community spirit and plenty of fun on and off the court. Held at Southport State High School and proudly supported by Multicultural Affairs Queensland, the tournament brought together players from diverse cultural backgrounds to connect through sport and

Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) was proud to host the Ageing Gracefully Seniors Expo at the Southport Community Centre, bringing together seniors, service providers, community organisations and local residents for a day focused on connection, wellbeing and community engagement. The free event was designed to provide older members of the community with access to valuable information, resources and services that support healthy ageing, social inclusion, and independenc

Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) was proud to host its third annual Connected Communities Summit, bringing together cultural and community leaders, organisations, volunteers and community advocates from across the Gold Coast and surrounding regions. Led by Executive Director Anna Zubac and CAMS Coordinator Jake Coates, the summit continues to grow each year, reflecting the increasing demand for collaboration, networking and shared learning among multicultural and comm

Strong communities are built through preparation, knowledge and people who look out for one another. In 2025, Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) brought together community leaders and representatives for the CAMS Migrant Emergency Readiness Program (ME RP) dinner, an important evening focused on building emergency awareness and strengthening community resilience. Hosted by TMC CAMS Coordinator Jake Coates, the event provided a valuable opportunity for community leaders

As the sun set over the Gold Coast, the glow of Diwali lights, the rhythm of music and the energy of celebration filled the evening with warmth and joy. The 2025 Diwali Festival of Lights brought together people from across the community to celebrate one of the world's most cherished cultural traditions and the values of unity, hope and togetherness. Hosted by the Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) Gold Coast Inc. and the Indian Community of Gold Coast, th

Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) was proud to co-organise and support the inaugural Australian Multicultural Festival, a landmark celebration of diversity, inclusion and community connection held at the iconic Broadwater Parklands on the Gold Coast. Supported by the Australian Government and hosted by the Australian National Chinese Women’s Federation (ANCWF), the festival brought together nearly one thousand attendees from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, inclu

As part of Seniors Month and Queensland Mental Health Week 2025, Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) proudly hosted a meaningful and uplifting event: Seniors Connect for Mental Health. Held at the Southport Community Centre, the event brought together seniors from culturally diverse backgrounds to celebrate connection, wellbeing, and the power of staying active—both mentally and socially. From the moment guests arrived, the room was filled with warmth, enthusiasm, and

Harmony Cup 2025 was once again a vibrant celebration of unity, culture, and community spirit, bringing people together through the universal language of soccer. Now in its third year, the tournament has quickly become a highlight on the community calendar, offering participants and spectators alike the chance to connect, compete, and celebrate diversity. Teams from a wide range of cultural backgrounds came together at the event, creating a truly multicultural atmosphere both

Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) was excited to provide young people with the opportunity to step away from their daily routines and immerse themselves in nature during the Youth Camp Trip 2025 at the beautiful Natural Bridge retreat hosted by Hipcamp Australia. The weekend adventure brought together young people from diverse backgrounds for an experience focused on building confidence, developing life skills and creating meaningful connections. Surrounded by the natu

Celebrates culture, connection and community The vibrant colours, dazzling costumes and smiling masks of the world-famous MassKara Festival transformed Australia Friendship Day 2025 into an unforgettable celebration of culture, resilience, and community spirit on the Gold Coast. Hosted by the Gold Coast Filipino Australian Cultural Ensemble, now known as the Filipino Community Council of Queensland, the event brought together families, community groups, performers and residen

Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) was proud to host its third annual Youth Iftar in 2025 through the Community Action for a Multicultural Society (CAMS) project, continuing a meaningful initiative that brings young people together through cultural exchange, learning, and shared experiences. The Youth Iftar was established to create opportunities for young people from non-Islamic backgrounds to connect with their Muslim peers during the holy month of Ramadan. By sharing