The Blacktown City Diwali Lights Competition is back for 2022 and residents are encouraged to light up their homes to celebrate.
Blacktown City Mayor Tony Bleasdale OAM said residents of all cultural backgrounds were invited to decorate their homes with lights as part of Blacktown City Council's annual competition.
Diwali is a 5-day Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of light over darkness, with observers around the world lighting candles in their homes and temples.
"Blacktown City's Diwali Lights Competition is an increasingly popular event on our annual calendar, attracting fabulous entries over the years," Mayor Bleasdale said.
"There will be more than $2500 in cash prizes available for the best-decorated homes across the City's 5 Wards.
"We will once again award the prestigious title of 'Best Street', which acknowledges neighbours who come together to create a festive and culture-filled atmosphere in the street they call home.
"We will also recognise Best Rangoli, which are colourful artworks made from sand, flower petals, flour or rice.
"Blacktown City is proud of its large Hindu population, with more than 51,000 adherents.
"I look forward to seeing the amazing entries in this year's competition."
Judging criteria will be based on the overall appeal of the decorations visible on the front of the property only.
Preliminary judging will take place from Monday, 17 October to Wednesday, 19 October from 8pm-11pm.
