Free entertainment for Australia Day

HEATHCOTE RSL Sub-Branch will again present a free Australia Day celebration at Barrack Reserve on 26 January.

It will be the fourth time they have hosted the event.

“Heathcote Picnic in the Park is a fantastic day for everyone,” said RSL Sub-Branch vice-president Miles Humphrey.

“Everything will be free. There will be a sausage sizzle, ice creams, face painting and live entertainment.

“And a petting zoo, not just for the kids, adults love the animals, too.”

The event will be family friendly, smoke and alcohol free.

“Bring along a rug and a picnic or enjoy some of our snags,” said Mr Humphrey.

“It’s great to sit back in the shade under the trees with family and friends and enjoy the entertainment.”

The community event is coordinated by volunteers from the Heathcote RSL Sub-Branch and supported by their social fundraising, the City of Greater Bendigo and donations from local businesses.

“The event gets more popular each year,” said Mr Humphrey, “and we are grateful for all the support.”

“Gaffney’s Bakery, Mandalay Resources, IGA and The Barn have all contributed, which is great,” said Mr Humphrey.

The celebration will start at 10am and conclude at 2pm.