Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, is an entrenched part of Australian culture. Sydney’s version, for example, is said to be the largest celebration of its type outside Asia. What are its origins?

In Australia, the event is commonly referred to as “Lunar New Year” to signal that it embraces other Asian communities that have made significant contributions to Australian society.

"Lunar New Year", also known as the "Spring Festival", has become a significant part of Australian culture. The celebration is so popular that Sydney's version is considered the largest outside Asia.