Kiama Council is proud to support a range of community-led Australia Day activities across the municipality, helping friends, families and neighbours come together and celebrate what's special about our region.
Thanks to Australia Day Community Event grant funding and Kiama Council, local organisations will host free BBQ breakfasts at three locations:
- Jamberoo community barbecue - Reid Park, Jamberoo, 8:30am – 10:30am hosted by, Jamberoo Red Cross and Jamberoo Rural Fire Service
- Kiama Downs community barbecue - Kiama Downs Surf Club - 7am - 11am, Hosted by: Kiama Downs Surf Life Saving Club
- Gerringong community barbecue - Gerringong Bowling Club car park - 7.30am - 11.30am, hosted by Gerringong Lions Club
Pack a camp chair, picnic blanket and sunscreen, and join your community for a relaxed morning of connection and conversation. There will be family friendly activities at each venue for the community to enjoy.
Council will also host the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony at Gerringong Surf Club from 10am, where Mayor Cameron McDonald will officially welcome Kiama's newest Australian citizens.
Mayor McDonald said "Welcoming new citizens is a highlight of the day. It's exciting to see people choose Kiama as their home and bring their stories, energy and commitment to our community. Australia Day is a chance to come together with respect, optimism and pride."
