To celebrate the arrival of the Baton, a community celebration will be held on Wednesday 28 March 2018, starting from 4pm on the Civic Precinct (behind City Hall on Ruthven Street).

Food:

• Coffee van
• Free sausage sizzle

Entertainment:

• Live music and didgeridoo playing
• Indigenous art displays
• QSuper and Optus will present interactive displays and activities

Official proceedings:

Official proceedings will take place from 5:30pm to 6pm.

• Welcome to Country
• National Anthem sung in First Nations language
• Welcome dance performed by combined indigenous dance troupes
• Town Crier ‘cry’ to introduce the Mayor
• Mayor speech

Photo opportunities will follow the official proceedings