Following the City of Ryde Council Meeting adjournment from last night (Tuesday 29 April) due to a fire alarm evacuation interrupting proceedings, the meeting will be held tonight, Wednesday 30 April, at 7.00pm.
The Moon Festival, also known as Mid-Autumn Festival, is a traditional festival celebrated in China, Vietnam, Japan, Korea and other East and Southeast Asia.
It is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month and the moon is believed to be at its fullest and brightest. The festival celebrates three fundamental concepts: gathering with family and friends, thanksgiving and praying.
Some of the traditions of the festival are: eating mooncakes, drinking tea and carrying the bright lanterns.