Media Response - Australia Day

Published on 09 January 2023

Query from the Herald Sun

I’m writing a piece on what local councils are doing for Australia. Can I request for a description of what your council will be doing on the 26^th of January.

Response:

Council will hold a Citizenship Ceremony on 26 January.

We are planning an Acknowledgement of Country and a morning tea and a barbecue following the presentation of certificates to new citizens.

Issued: 9 January

To: Herald Sun

Quoting: Mayor Tina Samardzija