Premier's Multicultural Gala Dinner

The Premier’s Multicultural Gala Dinner celebrated the vibrant contributions of Victoria’s multicultural and multifaith communities on Saturday 30 August 2025.

This year’s theme, Harmony in Diversity, recognised the strength and unity we build by embracing our differences.

The Honourable Premier Jacinta Allan, Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ingrid Stitt MP, and VMC Chairperson Vivienne Nguyen AM hosted an unforgettable evening of connection, celebration, and shared pride in our multicultural communities.

Guests enjoyed a three-course sit down meal with drinks, cultural performances, inspiring speeches, and the opportunity to connect and reflect on the power of diversity in shaping our collective future.

The MC for the evening was Diana Zhao, born in Shanghai and raised in Melbourne. Her passion lies in creating meaningful connections with audiences while celebrating and promoting cultural diversity.

Attendees witnessed an impressive line-up of performances from:

• Drumming Events Melbourne
• King Bell and Soukous Ba Congo
• Estudiantina of Melbourne
• Sanggar Lestari
• Pasefika Vitoria Choir
• ALPA
• Kinisi
• La Descarga

Guests also sampled traditional teas and coffee blends from diverse cultures facilitated by the following community groups:

• Okei-san Japanese Tea Plus
• North Cyprus Turkish Community of Victoria
• Eritrean National Communities Council Australia
• Melbourne Diwali
• Vietnamese Museum Australia
• CO.AS.IT
• Bhutanese Association Melbourne
• Chiquinitines Cultural Workshop