MELBOURNE: While Merdeka celebrations in Malaysia are being celebrated in moderate scales, 1,500 young Malaysians in Melbourne celebrated the National Day in a big way.
The countdown party, organised by Malaysian-owned production houses Dash and WTF, was held at the CQ Bar in Melbourne’s Central Business District with the support of Malaysian university students clubs from RMIT, Monash and the Melbourne University.
Celebrity bloggers Kenny Sia and model Kim Ong were flown in as emcees to add a local touch to the event that had Malaysian DJs LapSap spinning some current hits.
Countdown party: The young Malaysians celebrating the National Day in style in Melbourne. The event was recorded by Australian Internet TV channel, Unseen TV.
“By 11pm, the two floors of CQ Bar were filled to the brim,” said Sia.
“The party was vibrant and everyone was in high spirits and well-behaved,” he added, saying that the party was a “truly Malaysian affair” as all races joined in the activities that were planned for the night.
The highlight was the countdown itself, with Sia and Ong leading the revellers in shouting Merdeka three times, followed by the singing of the national anthem.
They repeated these at 2am so as to be in sync with Malaysian time.
“The enthusiasm and patriotism were felt throughout the night,” said Sia, adding that his role that night was the best ever that he had experienced.
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