In his Diwali message for everyone who celebrates the festival, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said that Diwali is when we turn the corner and begin to see the lights ahead of us, guiding us forward.
This year, we celebrate Diwali as we draw ever closer to the light at the end of our COVID-19 tunnel
"That means all the things we've had to forsake – welcoming, gathering, celebration and ceremony – will again be possible. For some parts of Australia, we will be able to celebrate this year, and for the remainder of the country, next year," he said.
Mr Morrison also thanked the community for their efforts and a "united response" to the ongoing health crisis.
"I thank you, as people of faith and cultural communities, for your efforts over many months to keep your communities safe, together, and part of our united response to the pandemic."
Here is the complete statement released by Mr Morrison on the occasion of Diwali:
Prime Minister extends Diwali greetings to everyone who celebrates the festival of lights. Source: PMO
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