Photographer Tony Hendron dropped by to capture some of the atmosphere of this colourful annual event.

1. Chinese New Year celebration
Lin Suang, right, of the Wah Hep Chinese Community Association pictured with members of the Forever Lion Dance Team at the Chinese New Year celebration. PT05-237. Photo: TONY HENDRON

2. Chinese New Year celebration
Lord Mayor of ABC Council, Councillor Sarah Duffy makes her speech at the Wah Hep Chinese Community Association Chinese New Year celebration accompanied by Lin Suang. PT05-220. Photo: TONY HENDRON

3. Chinese New Year celebration
Happy faces at the Wah Hep Chinese New Year celebration event. PT05-223. Photo: TONY HENDRON

4. Chinese New Year celebration
Aaliyah and Philip Lo looking happy at the Chinese New Year celebration on Monday night. PT05-227. Photo: TONY HENDRON