STORY: Cultural event held in Wellington to celebrate Lunar New Year  
SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 18, 2024
DATELINE: Feb. 19, 2024
LENGTH: 00:02:50
LOCATION: Wellington
CATEGORY: CULTURE

SHOTLIST:
1. various of activities during the celebration

STORYLINE:

A cultural festival in celebration of the Lunar New Year was held in Wellington, New Zealand, from Saturday to Sunday.

The main event took place at TSB Arena and Shed 6 on Sunday, showcasing Asian art, food and dance by some 3,000 people. At least 12,000 people attended the event.

Mayor Tory Whanau opened the festivities, followed by a dragon dance performance by the Dragon Dance Troupe of the Wellington Chinese Sports and Cultural Centre.

The celebration, presented by the Asian Events Trust, has become the mainstay of Wellington's events calendar. 

This event serves as a platform for local community groups to showcase their talents and engage the wider community to experience and be enriched by vibrant and diverse culture. 

With increasing exposure to Asian New Year traditions and celebrations, participants have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the Asian culture. 

Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Wellington.
(XHTV)