At a Lunar New Year Eve celebration in Melbourne’s Braybrook district on 16 February 2026, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan warmly engaged with the Melbourne Falun Dafa Waist Drum Team — not only greeting them enthusiastically but personally trying her hand at the drums, sharing in the festive atmosphere of the evening.

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan with the Falun Dafa Waist Drum Team

The evening event ran from 6 pm to 1 am, featuring performances by the waist drum team in golden traditional attire with pink ribbons. Their synchronised, powerful drumming captivated audiences with rousing applause throughout the night. When Premier Allan arrived at 10 pm alongside other officials, she prioritised visiting the drum team.

“Welcome you! My rhythm isn’t bad, right? My daughter also learns drumming.”

— Premier Jacinta Allan, Victoria

At midnight, fireworks illuminated the sky as attendees exchanged New Year wishes.

Local salon owner Georgia at the Lunar New Year celebration

“Their sincerity creates an energy rarely seen today.”

— Georgia, Local Salon Owner

Summarised from Epoch Times (Chinese edition), February 2026.

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