Reflect, respect and celebrate

Gathering together and having fun is the primary objective of the Australia Day celebrations to be held in the Rhyll Hall and Park on Thursday January 26.

With the underlying theme of Reflect, Respect and Celebrate, the Rotary Club of Phillip Island and San Remo along with the Phillip Island and District Historical Society hopes people of all ages and from all nationalities, cultures and backgrounds will join together for an afternoon of fun activities, music, art and food.

Doug Waugh, President of the Phillip Island and District Historical Society said: “There are so many activities for the family, from the stilt walker, to the balloonist, face painters and clowns and of course the amazing African drumming group Djemde, who will also provide those interested with a workshop. This is in addition to the great music from the Rockhouse Band and Gary Maher.”

Those wishing for a more sedate afternoon can enjoy the art exhibition inside the historic Rhyll Hall which will feature works from world-famous award-winning artist David Taylor, as well as other award-winning artists, Dianna Edwards, Carolyne O’Callaghan, Jenny Jackson, Joy Brentwood and many others.

“By special request the Phillip Island Historical Society will offer rarely seen historical photographs in its collection for sale,” said Doug.

There will be a variety of food vendors offering their delights. The event starts at 11am and goes until 3pm on Thursday January 26 at the Rhyll Mechanics Hall and Park in Rhyll.

“We are all in this together,” said Doug.

“Let’s reflect and celebrate our good fortune in living in this wonderful land.”