WHILE Australia Day means different things to different people, the City of Coffs Harbour is inviting everyone, however they choose to spend the day, to come together as a community.
In beaches and parks, there will be two days of free food and “community vibes”, organised with the assistance of the National Australia Day Council.
To stay up to date, follow @cityofcoffsharbour on social media or go to the website coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/Home.
Sunday 25 January
From 6.30pm: Settle in under the evening sky with a family‑friendly outdoor screening of Red Dog at Brelsford Park. Bring a picnic rug or low chair, pack your own dinner or snacks, and treat yourself to something sweet from the dessert van as you enjoy a relaxed summer night with neighbours and friends.
Monday 26 January
From 7am: Start the day at Jetty Beach with the Big Float and Coffee Rave. Hit the water, grab a coffee and soak up the morning energy by the coast.
From 10am: Enjoy a sausage sizzle at Brelsford Park (veggie and meat options) plus family fun activities with OOSH, including tug’o’war, bubble blowing, HooRai balloons, face painting, temporary tattoos and more.
From 11am: The Australia Day Awards Ceremony is also being held in the park. It is a chance to celebrate the nominees, finalists and winners who make the community special.
From 2pm: Over at C.ex Coffs, welcome the city’s newest Australians at an official Citizenship Ceremony.
From 4pm: Head back to the sand in the afternoon for The Big Dig – a fun beach activity the kids will love.
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