Happy Chinese New Year to all our members celebrating the Year of the Snake!
As the community ushers in the Lunar New Year, we are delighted to shine a spotlight on how local businesses are embracing this meaningful tradition and sharing the festivities with their families, friends, and teams.
One such example is Baggio Wang, the proud store owner of Flagstaff Hill Foodland, who has been celebrating Chinese New Year with his loved ones for many years. While his celebrations are a blend of both traditional and Aussie-style elements, the essence of family, togetherness, and gratitude remains at the heart of it all.
“We decorate the house simply with hanging Chinese characters, Chinese statues, red stickers, and lanterns,” Baggio shares. “We don’t celebrate super traditionally, it’s more Aussie-style with a barbeque, or even a lamb on the spit, and everyone brings a dish. Over the last few years myself and the Flagstaff Hill Foodland team have celebrated together, with our Butcher, Fruit and Veg Manager, Bakery Manager and Store Manager getting together to celebrate.”
For Baggio, celebrating Chinese New Year is about more than just enjoying delicious food. It’s a time to reflect on the past year and look forward to the new beginnings that come with the Lunar New Year. As we step into the Year of the Snake, the focus is on growth, transformation, and wisdom – values that resonate deeply with Baggio and the Flagstaff Hill Foodland team.
To all our members celebrating, Happy Chinese New Year! May the year ahead bring new opportunities, good health, and great success. Read more on the latest news at Foodland here.
