Australia Day celebrations will be kicking off early this year with major events at Canton Beach Foreshore and Kibble Park, Gosford on Wednesday 25 January.

The festivities will be in full swing at both locations on the eve of our official national day, featuring food and market stalls, activities for the kids, and a fireworks spectacular.

Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said that these events were the perfect way to begin celebrating Australia Day.

“Canton Beach Foreshore and Kibble Park will be abuzz with activity and both events will offer fun for the whole family.

“These events offer a great opportunity for everyone in our community to come together and celebrate the many things we love about being Australian,” said Mr Reynolds.

Those attending Kibble Park on Australia Day Eve can expect face painting, an interactive performance by Little Puppet World and performances by the Voice’s Ellie Drennan and The Rhythm Hunters.

At Canton Beach Foreshore, there will be beach games, an animal farm, lamington making and the Ozi Maid Bush Band.

Mr Reynolds said a traditional fireworks spectacular will close both events.

“The fireworks display is always extremely popular and will be a fitting finale to close these fantastic community celebrations.

“I’d encourage everyone to get to their local event and revel in some true-blue Aussie spirit!” said Mr Reynolds.

Australia Day Eve at Canton Beach will run from 4pm – 9pm and is proudly brought to you by Greater Toukley Vision and Central Coast Council and sponsored by 101.3 SeaFM.

Australia Day Eve at Kibble Park will run from 5pm – 9.30pm and is proudly brought to you by Central Coast Council and sponsored by 104.5 STAR FM.

For a full list of Australia Day events including details, times and locations from around the Central Coast head to www.facebook.com/centralcoastcouncil