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Splash Into Australia Day at Lawnton

The show will go on at Lawnton Aquatic Centre this Australia with Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism to every corner
Day after Council contributed $22,500 to the Lawnton Swim of Moreton Bay.”
Club to throw their annual Aussie Arvo celebrations for the
community to enjoy. Each councillor from Div 7, 8, and 9 will contribute $7,500 toward
the total pool from their annual Local Community Support Grant
Mayor Peter Flannery said he was thrilled to see the Aussie Arvo budget.
celebrations continue once again in 2023 thanks to Council’s
support through the Division 7, 8 and 9 Local Community Councillor Mick Gillam (Div 8) said this is a cheap event for local
Support Grant. families to enjoy with free entry, $1 sausages, $1 popcorn and
$1 fairy floss.
“These celebrations get bigger and better every year since the
first event in 2018 with nearly 3,000 people attending last year’s Councillor Yvonne Barlow (Div 7) said the Aussie Arvo was the
Australia Day celebrations at the Lawnton Aquatic Centre,” he best way to beat the heat this Australia Day.
said.
“There’s no better way to cool off and have a great time full of
“We’ve been supporting this event since for years now and fun activities like the thong throwing competition and fireworks
the Lawnton Swim Club do a fantastic job every year, which to end the night.
is why we’re so proud to help them host a great party for the
community. “Lawnton Aquatic Centre is a fantastic facility with plenty of
space for everyone - all you need to do is bring your swimmers,
“We know locals want more events closer to home, and we’re a towel and sunscreen.
proud to be delivering that this year with the events calendar
boasting over 40 free community events delivered in partnership Councillor Cath Tonks (Div 9) said it was a great day out for the
whole family.

“I am sure all the children will enjoy the free rides and slide and
who doesn’t love a swim on a hot sunny day,” she said.

“We encourage everyone to come along on Australia Day and
join in the fun, a great way to beat the Aussie heat.

“So bring your togs, towel, hat and sunscreen for a fun-filled day
of music and entertainment.”