AUSTRALIA Day in Leeton shire means different things to different people.
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The message the Leeton Australia Day Committee wants to promote in 2021 is inclusiveness and it hopes its celebrations will reflect that theme.
Australia Day in Leeton shire typically kicks off with barbecue breakfasts at different locations in the shire.
Those in Leeton wanting to get the day underway early can head to Mountford Park from 7.30am for a delicious barbecue breakfast courtesy of Leeton Shire Council with the help of Rotary.
The Leeton Town Band will provide entertainment through the morning before the official ceremony starts at 9.15am.
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Throughout the ceremony residents of all walks of life will be recognised for their achievements throughout the year, with sportperson of the year awards to also be handed out.
A citizenship ceremony will welcome 15 new Australians to the community, while Australia Day ambassador for Leeton shire Donna Ciccia will address the community about her work with Endometriosis Australia.
Mayor Paul Maytom will also give his annual address.
Leeton Australia Day Committee chairman councillor George Weston was hopeful residents would turn out for the COVID-safe event.
"We're looking forward to getting the community together to celebrate all of our wonderful people here," he said.
"That is what Australia Day is all about. It's for everyone to share in."
The day will continue on at the Whitton pool with free entry on the day for those who wish to pack a picnic lunch and cool off.
Cr Weston said anyone who is hosting events on Australia Day this year at a location or venue in town is welcome to get in touch so a calendar for the day can be distributed.
"It's about getting together and appreciating that we truly do live in a lucky country ... I think if the last year has taught us anything it is that we really are so lucky to live where we do," he said.
