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 |  Contacts: David SebaldPhone: (03) 5963 3254 Mobile: 0417 104 883 Fax: (03) 5963 3438 Email: enquiries@marysvillerealestate.com.au Celebrations In Marysville - on January 26, Australia Day Enjoy the entertainment planned, or take it to another level – participate! The focus of the day’s programme will naturally be the official ceremony held from the bandstand, Lions Park. You can’t miss it – the rotunda will be surrounded by the colourful flags of 36 countries courtesy Lions International District 201V5. Australia’s flag will hold pride of place on the flagpole. It will be raised by two grade 6 pupils from Marysville and Buxton PS, to open the proceedings.  | |
The affirmation verse will be recited – lead by Councillor Gilmore. “From this time forward I pledge my loyalty to Australia and its people Whose democratic beliefs I share Whose rights and liberties I respect And whose laws I will uphold and obey” Australia day ambassador for 2007 is to be 2006 Commonwealth Games Bronze Medallist - Women's uneven bars, Monette Russo. Monette Russo will address the gathering. Presentations will be made from Murrindindi Shire; and to the ‘winners’ of the parade. MC will be Lion Neil Guscott. THE PARADE... Have you planned an entry? Or are you seeking to participate none the less? There are a number of openings for volunteers. 1. Be a flag bearer. Carry the flag of your country of choice 2. Or Lend your legs. This request is mainly aimed at juniors but we will gratefully accept longer legs. Ph 5963 4050. See and or help Marysville’s family of Rainbow Serpents. In 2006, the family has increased by one. The head of this family is Marysville’s Rainbow Serpent. (1) Date of birth – 1997 He is very keen to stretch his legs (or yours) again, after hibernating for 4 long years. (2) Rainbow Serpent’s Baby – date of birth 2002 He has appeared in three Australia Day parades already and seems to have been adopted by Marysville Kindergarten. The three year old group of 2005 will help him this year. (3) Rainbow Serpents baby sister will also appear, providing her birth is not too difficult or extended. Confinement should end January 23, 24 or 25th, and hopefully she shall make her first public appearance on Jan 26. All parade entrants (except legs) – please notify David Sebald of your intention prior to the event – phone 5963 3254. Sausages and drinks will be dispensed by the Lions Club of Marysville and District from their catering van alongside the bandstand. Le Jazz Hot band playing from 1pm - 4pm in rotunda. | ||
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