Moira Shire Council Mayor Libro Mustica encouraged everyone to come along and celebrate the achievements of the shire's local citizens after a trying year of bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Australia Day is a time for us to reflect on the last 12 months, acknowledge our achievements and come together as a community to share our stories,” he said.
“Events will be held in Barmah, Cobram, Katamatite, Nathalia, Numurkah, Tungamah/St James and Yarrawonga, which will include the official presentations of local Australia Day award winners for 2021.”
All events will have a free community barbecue, community activities and award presentations.
Events being held in Moira Shire on Tuesday, January 26:
● Cobram — Cobram and District War Memorial, Punt Rd, at 9 am.
● Barmah — Jack Edwards Reserve, corner of Evans and Murray Sts, at 8 am.
● Katamatite — Police Paddock, corner of Foy and Beek Sts, at 8 am.
● Nathalia — Recreation Reserve, Park St, at 6 pm.
● Numurkah — Newman Square, corner of Quinn and Melville Sts, at 8 am.
● Tungamah/St James — Tungamah Lions Park, Boyd St, at 8 am.
● Yarrawonga — Kennedy Park, Murphy St, at 7.15 am.