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<\/p>\nGEELONG\u2019S city centre gets a new look as the Christmas festivities return with the help of\u00a0young artists.<\/p>\n
Little Malop Central and Johnstone Park have once again been transformed into a Christmas wonderland for the seventh year of the City\u2019s School Christmas Tree program.<\/p>\n
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Students from 34 primary schools across the region have lent their artistic talents to the City as they help spread the holiday cheer.<\/p>\n
The Christmas display is a City tradition, but Mayor Stephanie Asher says this year has been\u00a0extra special.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis year we have strived to make our Christmas program more community-focused than ever \u2013 we all need to feel connected again after the year that\u2019s been,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is a great example of how we can use art and creativity to reconnect, find joy and celebrate together.\u201d<\/p>\n
Ocean Grove Primary School Art Teacher Amanda Vranken said the students were looking forward to using this opportunity to pay tribute to traditional landowners with their aboriginal-themed design.<\/p>\n
\u201cEach year we really enjoy coming up with unique ways to decorate our tree, and this year we were keen to include Aboriginal history and art styles in our design,\u201d Ms Vranken said.<\/p>\n
The Christmas Tree program gives students the chance to interact with the City and be a part of the regions Christmas celebrations.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey all look forward to heading into central Geelong to see their tree on display with all the others!\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
The unique designs that spread kind messages of health and togetherness have already made a welcomed new addition to town centre.<\/p>\n
\u201cWell done to all the students and teachers who participated, every year it\u2019s one of the highlights of our Christmas program \u2013 make sure you come in to see your handiwork and check out the other designs,\u201d Cr Asher said,<\/p>\n
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GEELONG\u2019S city centre gets a new look as the Christmas festivities return with the help of\u00a0young artists. Little Malop Central and Johnstone Park have once again been transformed into a Christmas wonderland for the seventh year of the City\u2019s School Christmas Tree program. Students from 34 primary schools across the region have lent their artistic […]<\/p>\n