Australia Day is a time for all Australians to reflect, respect and celebrate.

Join us on Thursday, 26 January we reflect on our past, accept the truth of our history and respect that we all have a contribution to make to the Story of Australia.

Our event allows our community to come together to celebrate members of our community that have gone above and beyond to help improve the lives of others, and contribute to a diverse, friendly, and strong community with our Australia Day Community Awards. We also welcome new citizens to the region at the Citizenship Ceremony.

We are very excited to announce that our 2023 Australia Day Ambassador is Professor Peter Timms, who is saving our iconic Koalas from extinction. He will join Mayor Tanya Milligan for an inspiring Q&A session and will be available to talk to attendees after the formalities.

This is a free, family-friendly event with Australiana entertainment, activities, and food to follow formal proceedings.

• Award winning poet and story-teller, Marco Gliori
• Catering by Native Oz Bushfoods
• Live music by local bush band, String Beans
• Face painting
• Make a clay Koala
• Koala displays

An Auslan Interpreter will be present, and a Quiet Zone will be available - this is a dedicated space where attendees struggling with sensory overload can get away from all the activity of the event, away from the loud noises, and distractions and just wind down. There will be bean bags, cushions, and books available.

This event is assisted by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council.