2025 Australia Day Events in Hindmarsh Shire

Published on 14 January 2025

Communities around Australia are once again preparing to come together for Australia Day, a time for all Australians to reflect, respect and celebrate.

We’re all part of the story of Australia – from those whose ancestors walked on Country for tens of thousands of years to the newest Australian citizens. We respect the stories, histories and contributions of all Australians, particularly those among us who contribute so much towards making Hindmarsh, and Australia, such a great place to live and visit.

On Australia Day, we reflect on our past, accept the truth of our history and respect that we all have a contribution to make to the Story of Australia. We celebrate being part of a diverse and multicultural nation.

Nhill, Dimboola, Jeparit and Rainbow will each host events on Australia Day in 2025. A flag raising ceremony will take place in each town, along with addresses from local guest speakers and Mayor, Cr Ron Ismay. The 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Australia Day Awards will be presented to successful recipients throughout the day.

See the details of each event on 26 January 2025 below:

• RAINBOW    Rainbow Oasis - from 7:30am
  Breakfast BBQ from 7:30am, followed by a meet and greet from 8:00am and ceremony proceedings commencing at 8:20am. Hosted by the Lions Club of Rainbow.
• JEPARIT     Menzies Square – from 9:00am
  Breakfast BBQ from 9:00am, followed by a meet and greet from 9:30am and ceremony proceedings commencing at 9:50am. Hosted by Jeparit Town Committee.
• DIMBOOLA    Dimboola Library Gardens - from 10:30am
  Morning Tea from 10:30am, followed by a meet and greet from 11:00am and ceremony proceedings commencing at 11:10am. Hosted by Dimboola CWA.
• NHILL     Goldsworthy Park - from 12:00pm
  BBQ lunch from 12:00pm, followed by a meet and greet from 12:30pm and ceremony proceedings commencing at 12:50pm. Hosted by the Lions Club of Nhill.

Hindmarsh Shire Council wishes to thank each of the host organisers for their willingness to coordinate and celebrate these events each year. These events are supported by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council.

Bill Millard
Acting Chief Executive Officer