Wyndham’s official Australia Day celebrations have been moved to a new site after snakes forced a last-minute shift from the Werribee South foreshore last year.
The council has chosen to celebrate Australia Day and the city’s 150th anniversary at the Victoria University athletics track in Hoppers Lane, Werribee with fireworks and other activities.
An influx of snakes last year forced the council to shift its Australia Day celebrations to the VU centre shortly before the event.
‘‘Werribee South was not considered as a venue for this year’s celebrations as there is not sufficient space to accommodate carnival rides, a big screen and the large crowd expected on the day,’’ council CEO Kerry Thompson said.
Sunday’s events begin at 5pm with rides, a tribute to Wyndham’s history and entertainment for all ages, including live music and an eight-minute fireworks display at dusk.
Manor Lakes Residents Association is also holding a free Australia Day celebration from 2-5pm at Hindmarsh Drive Reserve, Wyndham Vale, with children’s activities including a circus skills workshop.
