UPDATE: The Dhanju family is ringing in the New Year with extraordinary joy as they welcomed the first baby born in Warrnambool for 2026. Their son arrived on January 2, 2026, at 2 AM, surprising the family with the news that their newborn is the first baby of the year at the Warrnambool Base Hospital.
Raj Dhanju expressed his astonishment when maternity nurses informed them of the exciting news, particularly since their son was born a remarkable 10 days earlier than expected. “We were surprised when nurses told us that he’s going to be the first baby in 2026,” said Mr. Dhanju. The family has been living in Warrnambool for seven years, and this moment has brought immense happiness to them and their relatives back in India.
As the celebration continued, Mr. Dhanju shared how their families in India received the joyful news. “Back home in India, it was still the first of January when they heard the news. They were still celebrating the New Year and new family, so they were even happier,” he stated.
The Dhanjus are now faced with the delightful task of naming their newborn son. Mr. Dhanju mentioned, “We have a few names in mind, but we still haven’t decided on any name yet. I think it’s going to be a bit hard to pick one name.”
This heartwarming story illustrates the joy and excitement surrounding new life, and the Dhanjus are sure to create lasting memories as they embark on this new chapter of parenthood. As the family navigates the decision of a name, one thing is certain: their son will always hold the special title of being Warrnambool’s first baby born in 2026.
Stay tuned for more updates on this touching story as the Dhanju family continues to share their journey with the community.
