Diversity celebrated in Byford

Diversity celebrated in Byford

Thousands of people flocked to a Byford park last weekend to celebrate the various cultures that make up the wider community.  Byford Multicultural Club hosted its annual festival on Saturday, which saw close to 4000 people join in the fun at Kalimna Oval.  Club...
Local fiery duo ready to unleash new performance

Local fiery duo ready to unleash new performance

The duet that kept you warm with their fiery performance at the Canning Show last year are coming back with a brand new comedy show at Fringe World Festival this month. The Purple People Comedy Circus is a comedy and acrobatics show made for adults, but children are...
Local movie buffs get their inner elf on

Local movie buffs get their inner elf on

More than 200 people came together for a special screening of Elf under the stars at a community event earlier this month.  The Christmas Movie in the Park event was held on December 14 and featured not only the film but face painting, arts and crafts and a visit from...
Festivities feature a variety of talent

Festivities feature a variety of talent

An abundance of local talent brought joy to hundreds of people at this year’s Carols by Torchlight event.  Held at Araluen Botanic Park, the annual event attracted more than 500 visitors on December 15 despite the blistering heat.  Events and functions officer...
Saying a big thank you to our vollies

Saying a big thank you to our vollies

The tireless work of community volunteers was recognised last week at a special luncheon. The lunch was held on December 5 to coincide with International Volunteer Day, which promotes the important role volunteers play in the community. More than 140 volunteers from...