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Australia Day celebrations to commence at Midday

Parramatta City Council’s Australia Day celebrations in Parramatta Park will commence from midday.

Lord Mayor of Parramatta, Cr Lorraine Wearne said she was relieved that the rain had eased this morning and was looking forward to the full Australia Day program, which will feature an assortment of entertainment, kids’ activities, food stalls and performances in Parramatta Park.

“Our Australia Day celebration is one of the highlights on our events calendar so we are delighted it is going ahead despite the wet weather.” she said.

“I look forward to seeing many families coming out to enjoy our national holiday in Parramatta Park, and there will still be plenty to do, but it might be an idea to bring a brolly, just in case.”

The Dig 1100 Concert, featuring Zoe Badwi, Thirsty Merc and Tim Freedman,  will commence from 6pm and fireworks finale at 9pm.

Patrons can stay updated on any changes to the Australia Day program via Council’s Wet Weather Line 9294 8586, or follow @discoverparra and track the #ausdayparra hashtag on Twitter, for up to the minute updates.

Big Backyard

12pm to 4pm

Take a stroll through the park during the day at the Big Backyard, back by popular demand. The Big Backyard will offer plenty of things to see and do, and is sure to keep the whole family entertained with amusement rides, live entertainment, lamington making workshops, intriguing historical re-enactments and much more.

Dig 1100 Concert

6pm to 9pm

The evening celebrations will continue with the Dig 1100 Concert at the Crescent Amphitheatre from 6pm to 9pm, with an entertainment line-up that will keep you toe-tapping well into the night. Don’t miss must-see performances by headline acts, Aussie rock group Thirsty Merc, Tim Freedman from The Whitlams, and songstress Zoë Badwi.

Celebrations will conclude with a spectacular Australia Day fireworks finale at 9pm, presented by Endeavour Energy.

The Dig 1100 Concert will live stream at mobile.ausdayparramatta.com.au on all smart phones.

Australia Day celebrations are presented by Parramatta City Council and major sponsor Endeavour Energy in association with the Australia Day Council, venue sponsor Parramatta Park Trust, Dig 1100 concert sponsor Dial Before You Dig, official accommodation sponsor PARKROYAL Parramatta, media partner Parramatta Advertiser and hot air balloon gas sponsor Elgas.

For the safety and comfort of all patrons and visitors, this is a no glass event. Remember: no glass on the grass.

Media enquiries:

Adam Leto, Media and Communications Adviser

Tel: 9806 5083 Mob: 0414 190 221

Email: aleto@parracity.nsw.gov.au

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