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2026 Australia Day Ceremony: Council invites you to join us to celebrate and honour local achievements at our annual Australia Day ceremony at Alexandra Oval Community Centre on Monday 26 January. Community BBQ starts at 9am, followed by a 10am award presentation.

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Join your community for a night of song, food, family fun and fireworks at the Alexandra Gardens in Ararat.

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Add to Calendar 2025-12-12 18:00:00 Carols by Candlelight Join your community for a night of song, food, family fun and fireworks at the Alexandra Gardens in Ararat. Australia/Melbourne public
Carols by Candlelight

Carols by Candlelight

  • BBQ from 6pm
  • Carols from 7pm
  • Candles & glow sticks for sale
  • Free face painting & fairy floss
  • Fireworks to finish!

Enquiries: 0419 583 623

Other activities on Friday 12 December:
- Ice skating and food trucks at the Ararat Town Hall
- Late-night trading in Barkly Street (until 9pm)
- Announcement of the 12 Days of Christmas GABN promotion winner ($1500 gift voucher)

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