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Australia Day 2017
Release Date: 
Tuesday, 10 January 2017

In an annual Australian tradition, celebrate Australia Day with a jam-packed evening of festivities and fireworks at Armadale’s Minnawarra Park.

Bursting with Australia pride, the City of Armadale will host a jam-packed evening of festivities and fireworks.

In true Australian fashion, celebrations will include the Backyard Bash community cricket match coordinated by the WACA and a Water Fun Zone held at Memorial Park, while a full program of live music showcasing some of the best local talent will lead up to the spectacular fireworks finale.

  • Backyard Bash community cricket match
    It’s not Australia Day without a friendly game of backyard cricket!

    In partnership with the WACA, an all ages T20 format will be held at the Memorial Park Amphitheatre.

    It’s fast and fun and everyone gets a go.
     

  • Water Fun Zone
    Throw on your bathers and cool down at the purpose-built Water Fun Zone in Memorial Park. Plenty of water play options for all ages. Don’t forget to slip, slop, slap.
     
  • Fireworks finale
    Delight in a spectacular fireworks show that will provide the fitting finale to Australia Day in Armadale which is complimented with an eclectic Australian soundtrack created by Heritage FM.
     
  • And so much more
    A host of activities for all ages including carnival rides, and plenty of refreshment options.

Celebrations start at 5pm.

This is a smoke and alcohol free event, which is proudly sponsored by major partners Lotterywest and Coles.

For more information on this topic contact:

Phone: (08) 9394 5000
Email: info@armadale.wa.gov.au

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