Several community events will be held across Latrobe City on Australia Day.
Free community events will be held in Boolarra, Churchill, Moe, Morwell, Toongabbie, Traralgon, Yallourn North and Yinnar. Events include a variety of activities; free breakfasts, live music, flag raising and family entertainment.
Council is throwing the ultimate pool party with free entry to the Moe and Yallourn North outdoor pools, Churchill, Moe Newborough and Morwell Leisure Centres along with the Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre in Traralgon.
New citizens will be welcomed at a Citizenship Ceremony.
Our Community Awards will commence at the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre at 1.30pm and will also be livestreamed via council's YouTube channel.
Award categories include Citizen of the Year, Senior of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Event of the Year and Community Service of the Year.
Mayor of Latrobe City Council, Councillor Kellie O'Callaghan said there would be a lot on offer during the day.
"We are providing opportunities for our community to come together and share in a range of activities.
"There's going to be lots happening and plenty for the whole family to enjoy," said the Mayor.
