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In Australia, the Chinese diaspora continues to uphold cultural traditions despite restrictions. Paul Nomchong, a Sydney-based lion dance performer with ancestral roots tracing back 140 years in China, expresses pride in preserving his cultural heritage. Yet, the pandemic's impact is evident—Sydney's famous Chinese New Year parade, which draws up to 1.5 million visitors, has been scaled back significantly. Local businesses and cultural events face financial hardship, with estimates indicating a $1.4 to $1.6 billion economic loss for Australia due to the absence of Chinese tourists.