Part of the Kidman Way was closed for the holy event.

The Sikhs who took part carried orange flags known as Nishan Sahib - which is raised and flown at every gurdwara - a place where Sikhs gather to worship.

The procession attracted a number of spectators, all of whom were encouraged to join the walk from the old temple in Yoogali to the new temple on the Kidman Way.

The holy scripture was transported on a truck and the Sikhs walked slowly but with purpose.

Young children walked alongside older members of the community and toddlers and infants were carried or given a prominent view of the proceedings from the shoulders of a parent.

Women covered their heads with a variety of colourful scarves.

There were puddles to be dodged and road signs to be walked around and each time this occurred a member of the Sikh community would guide the others behind him to ensure they didn’t put a foot out of place. As the procession neared the grandiose temple, the singing intensified, along with the joy.

Flower petals were scattered over the temple from a helicopter, bringing the singing to a crescendo.

The steps of the temple were full and it was clear to me that I was part of something special.

The holy scripture was carefully carried from the truck up the steps of the grandiose building.

The excitement was palpable as each and every person in attendance began to remove their shoes to prepare to enter the new temple.

After their shoes were removed, the Sikhs and other members of the community - who had been welcomed with opened arms - slowly walked up the stairs to the temple.

Once inside, the Sikhs celebrated with a religious ceremony.

The temple is fitted out with sparkling chandeliers and members of the public are invited to visit.

The procession was my first experience of a Sikh ceremony and I have never witnessed anything like it.

The peace felt while walking alongside these gentle souls was something very special.

About 25 million people around the world practice Sikhism. It is the fifth largest religion in the world after Christianity, Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism.

They believe a single Creator sustains people of all faiths and all are free to practice their beliefs freely, every human being is equal in the eyes of God. Sikhs believe in working hard and honestly and always sharing your bounty.