ALOR GAJAH: Machap Baru New Village and the nearby Cheng Leong Keng Taoist Temple in Selandar will herald in the Chinese New Year with a lively and colourful celebration.

Melaka Unity, Community Relationship, Human Resource and Consumer's Affair Committee chairman Ngwe Hee Sem said the festive atmosphere at the New Village and Selandar here is unique and revellers will feel the mood of the festive season – just like during the good old days.