Community
26 January, 2024
Pool parties galore across FNQ
POOL parties are the order of today – Australia Day – across the Cairns region.
Cairns Regional Council is hosting Australia Day celebrations at Tobruk Memorial Pool, the Marlin Coast Swimming and Fitness in Smithfield, and Woree Sports and Aquatic Centre.
All events are from 9am to noon and entry is free.
Cairns Mayor Terry James invited residents to enjoy the activities available at the three venues.
“As well as pool games, DJs, face painters, jumping castles, charity barbecues, and stand-up paddle boarding, people can also give underwater hockey and water polo a try,” he said.
“Australia Day is a time to reflect on what it means to be Australian, celebrate those things we love about our nation, and take the time to get together with family and friends and enjoy each other’s company.”
Today will also take on extra significance for 73 Cairns residents, who will become Australians on Australia Day.
Pool parties are also being held on the Cassowary Coast at Innisfail, Mission Beach, Tully and Cardwell as well as at Mossman and a special barbecue at the Port Douglas Community Hall.
Cassowary Coast Mayor Mark Nolan invited the whole community to the annual event which includes free admission. “What’s more Aussie than a sausage sizzle by the pool? So come along and enjoy a great day out with family and friends at one of our pool parties this Australia Day,” he said.
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