Just got some greetings from cousins in Macao. Year of the Monkey is over. Now starts the Year of the Cock.
Understand Macao is resplendent with decorations and the joyous racket that goes with any festivities. ------ Melbourne too is having its own festivities this weekend, with my neighbouring Preston market having a big parade (and discounts at all the shops/market stalls) to welcome the Year of the Cock. This is probably the only time of the Year that crackers are fired in the City of Melbourne at Little Bourke St (commonly known as ChinaTown) and Swaston Street. Note that the present Mayor of Melbourne City is a first-generation Chinese - John So. He was criticised for his poor mastery of the English language during the last elections by his opponents, but nevertheless, he has succeeded in retaining his seat for the second consecutive term. Cheers, Gabriel de Figueiredo. Melbourne - Australia. ex Ponjekar ani Lotlekar. Find local movie times and trailers on Yahoo! Movies. http://au.movies.yahoo.com
