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Celebrating Australia Day 2026 in the Gannawarra

CELEBRATIONS will be held throughout the Gannawarra Shire on 26 January to mark Australia Day. Gannawarra Shire Council is supporting community groups hosting celebrations at Barham/Koondrook, Cohuna, Kerang, Lake Charm, Leitchville, Murrabit and Quambatook, with funding to be provided to event hosts to make these festivities possible. “Australia Day is a great opportunity for residents […]

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