Cumberland Council is excited to be joining the global celebrations marking the 100th Anniversary of Modern Türkiye.
To celebrate, Council will be hosting one of the biggest Turkish events in western Sydney, the celebration of the Centenary of the Foundation of Modern Türkiye at Wyatt Park, Lidcombe on Sunday, October 29 from 12pm to 9pm.
The event is a momentous occasion commemorating the founding of the modern Turkish state on October 29, 1923.
Mayor Lisa Lake said Council is delighted to mark this milestone with the Turkish community.
“This event celebrates and highlights Turkish culture, history, and heritage and provides an opportunity for community members to come together and learn more about Türkiye and its journey over the past century,” she said.
The event will be a day full of traditional and contemporary cultural activities, showcasing Turkish music, dance, entertainment, art and craft activities, backgammon, a variety of fusion food and more.
Australian comedian, film, television actor and MC Tahir Bilgic said the event is a significant milestone in Turkish history and should be appropriately acknowledged and celebrated.
“The 100th anniversary can only happen once, so I’m really hoping that everyone, regardless of their background, can come out and join us for a fun celebration,” he said.
“It is a great opportunity for all of us to come together and celebrate the Centenary of the Foundation of what represents Modern Türkiye. I am really looking forward to seeing all cultures come out and celebrate with us.
“I am also really looking forward to having traditional Turkish tea, served in a proper Turkish tea glass, which includes the one cube of sugar on the side, even though you never asked for it! There will be so many highlights on the day, bring everyone, and stay for the whole event!”
There will also be a range of free rides and children’s games including teacups, the mini pirate ship, dodgem cars, rock climbing, a bungee trampoline, inflatable gym, laser tag, slot cars, face painting and more.
For more information visit: https://www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/celebration-centenary-foundation-modern-turkiye
Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group. A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University, she is a journalism Major. Ellie has worked with Universal Media, The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations. In 2024, Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.