By Suzana Fantov reports on celebrations of Croatian Statehood Day
Croatians in Australia celebrated Croatian Statehood Day with pride. They marked this historic occasion across various cities, clubs, centres, parishes, and communities.
From the illuminated bridge in Brisbane to the flags fluttering at Federation Square in Melbourne, the celebrations were a vibrant display of Croatian heritage. The rich folklore in Perth, as well as the gatherings at the Croatian Catholic community of St. Nicholas Tavelić in Clifton Hill, showcased the unity and spirit of the Croatian diaspora.
Here’s a glimpse of what we’ve gathered from these memorable celebrations.
35th Anniversary Statehood Day Celebration at Croatian Club Adelaide with Ethnic School Students
Photos:https://www.facebook.com/croatianclubadelaideinc
HFA Lado Western Australia Honours Croatian Community Leaders and Celebrates Unity
- We were honoured to perform at this special event alongside our folkloric friends from HFG Zagreb.
A heartfelt thank you to Consul Zoran Šangut and Ambassador Betty Pavelich for your continued dedication to our Croatian community. Members of HFA Lado Western Australia proudly expressed their gratitude on their official Facebook page. - Photos: https://www.facebook.com/LadoPerth
Consul General Ivica Glasnović Congratulates Croatians on Statehood Day from Brisbane’s Illuminated Story Bridge
- Dear Croatians in the Homeland and around the world, especially here in Australia, I congratulate you on the Statehood Day of the Republic of Croatia. I do this on behalf of the General Consulate of the Republic of Croatia in Sydney, as well as in my personal capacity.
Today, we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the constitution of the first multi-party Croatian Parliament. We also celebrate the collective achievements we have accomplished as a nation.
I would like to thank the office of the Mayor of Brisbane. The Mayor, at the request of the Croatian Consulate, agreed to illuminate the central city bridge, the “Story Bridge,” in the colors of the Croatian flag.
Long live our homeland, Croatia!
– Ivica Glasnović, Consul General of the Republic of Croatia in Sydney.
St. Nicholas Tavelić Parishioners in Clifton Hill Commemorate Homeland War Victims and Celebrate Statehood Day
Parishioners of the Croatian Catholic Community of St. Nicholas Tavelić in Clifton Hill gathered in prayer after Sunday Mass. They gave thanks and remembered all the victims of the Homeland War. Following the service, they came together for a small reception in their parish hall. They celebrated Statehood Day and honoured this significant historical occasion with heartfelt congratulations to everyone.
Thanks to the General Consulate of the Republic of Croatia in Melbourne, once again, the sight in the heart of the city touched every Croatian heart with pride.
Photos: https://www.facebook.com/croatianconsulatemelbourne
Croatian Schools in Sydney Showcase Student Talent and Love for Croatia
- Celebration of the Statehood Day of the Republic of Croatia with songs, recitations, and presentations…
We are proud of all our students, their work, effort, enthusiasm, and their love for Croatia.
Our youngest group presented their works on the theme “My Croatia.”
“We give our love to her, our dear homeland Croatia!” – Croatian Schools – Sydney, proudly posted on their Facebook page. - Photos: https://www.facebook.com/CroatianSchoolBonnyrigg