Australian Multicultural Media Centre

19/06/2026

AMMC
Congratulations to Zahra Haydar Big on receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from the City of Greater Dandenong and Volunteering Australia during National Volunteer Week 2026.
This recognition reflects years of dedicated volunteer service, community leadership and advocacy. Zahra is widely respected across many multicultural communities for her ongoing commitment to inclusion, community participation and social cohesion. She has also served on advisory boards and community reference groups for a number of organisations, including with the City of Greater Dandenong, contributing valuable insights and representing diverse community voices.
Her multiple candidacies for local council further demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and civic engagement.
A well-deserved recognition for someone who continues to make a positive contribution to the multicultural fabric of Greater Dandenong. Congratulations and best wishes for continued success.

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Great to see VicHealth supporting the Bendigo African Festival.
A wonderful opportunity to celebrate African culture, strengthen community connections and bring people together.
See you in Bendigo!

We are proud to acknowledge VicHealth as a Major Sponsor of the inaugural Bendigo African Festival.

VicHealth’s support is helping create a free, family-friendly cultural celebration that brings people together through African music, food, fashion, storytelling and community.

As AMCF’s first regional Victorian festival, this event is about connection, participation and belonging. It is an opportunity for African-Australian communities and the wider Bendigo region to share culture, celebrate identity and experience something new together in the heart of the city.

We are grateful to VicHealth for supporting an event that reflects the power of culture in strengthening community wellbeing and inclusion.

Bendigo African Festival
📅 Saturday 1 August 2026
⏰ 10am to 8pm
📍 Hargreaves Mall, Bendigo
🎟 Free Entry

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