Diverse plans for public holiday

CITIZENSHIP: Colac Otway Shire Council will hold a citizenship ceremony on the January 26 public holiday. Pictured is Anna Sylka-Oborne with her husband Ben and their children Luna and Francis at the 2023 Australia Day citizenship ceremony when Anna became a citizen.

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by Naomi Newcombe January 10, 2024

South-west councils will host a diverse range of activities on January 26 including a truth-telling event, community awards and citizenship ceremonies.

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