Plans are well advanced for Moruya’s Australia Day celebrations to be held on the banks of the Moruya River around the rotunda in Russ Martin Park.
The fun starts with a BBQ breakfast at 8.30am, with burgers, bacon and eggs or an Aussie taco – that’s a sausage in bread. Sculluccino will provide excellent espresso and cake for the Lions and Rotary volunteers and guests.
The gentle tones and popular songs by the LP duo will provide a happy ambience as well as good listening.
The Historical Society brings surprising gadgets and there’s a horseshoe throwing competition.
Last year a lady who brought along her dog was surprised to win the biggest pet prize. Some mice won for being the smallest.
You or the kids may like to bring an unusual or best dressed pet or a decorated bike. For the littlies there is free face painting.
The Australian Army Cadet Corp will raise the flag while the national anthem plays.
Christine Adams will make Moruyians feel their place in history with her speech about Quarry Park.