Community
21 December, 2024
Colourful trees set the mood
THE ‘Festival of Lights’ has been switched on at Palm Cove.
Advance Palm Cove president Robert van den Hoven thanked all the sponsors and members and their participation at the opening of the lights.
“We were honoured by the presence of deputy mayor and local councillor Brett Olds, assistant minister for tourism and local Member for Barron River Bree James, Cairns Chamber of Commerce chief executive officer Patricia O’Neill and Ronald McDonald House chief executive officer Jennifer Clermont,” he said.
“Your presence helped create a truly magical atmosphere and the sense of community was deeply inspiring.
“We are also pleased to share that we were able to donate $2000 to Ronald McDonald House in the form of vouchers, which will, in turn, support local businesses.
“We are truly grateful for the backing we received from local businesses and sponsors, which played a pivotal role in making this event a success.
“We look forward to future opportunities and are excited about the possibility of lighting up the entire esplanade next year, with the continued support of all Palm Cove businesses.”
Mick Kel, on Facebook, said it “would be lovely to see the council in conjunction with Advance Palm Cove roll this out the entire length of the esplanade, rather than just one small spot, but it’s only the first year”.
“I am sure in coming years an entire esplanade lit would be a real attraction and working together with Brett Olds and Bree James a vibrant Christmas attraction could be created,” he said.
Doreen Foley said it was “fabulous”.
“Well done. Yes, it would be great to see it go down further. We can pray the council will come to the party,” she said.
Ann Murdoch said the lights were “lovely and last Friday night was excellent”.
