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TRADITIONS
Nine Night, Sunday dinner, dominoes on the verandah — the customs that hold families and districts together.
Customs
CUSTOMS WE KEEP
What is Nine Night?
A traditional celebration on the ninth night after death — to send off the spirit with food, music and stories.
Why Sunday Dinner?
It's the week's anchor — family gathers, rice and peas hit the table, and everyone slows down together.
Talk about it
- Which tradition does your family still keep abroad?
- What custom do you want the next generation to understand?
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