February 5, 2020
The many cultures that call the South Burnett home will be on show in April when the inaugural Festival Of Cultures is held in Kingaroy.
The event, in Memorial Park on April 4, is being hosted by the South Burnett Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Corporation (SBATSIC) but its focus is wider than local Indigenous communities.
The aim is to “showcase and share” the diverse cultures of the region with music, dancing, stories, games, activities and stalls at a family-friendly event.
The call has gone out already for performers and stallholders, and now the big day also has its own special logo.
It was designed by Year 10 Kingaroy State High School student Lily Heiner.
Lily said she chose the design to symbolise her wish for equality in the eyes of everyone.
“I hope in the future this wish can become a reality,” she said.
Lily was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation by Robert and Jocelyn Clancy, from SBATSIC, at the Kingaroy State High School assembly on Tuesday morning.
Anyone who would like to find out more about the Festival of Cultures, perform, have a stall – or help in any other way – should contact Val McGrath at SBATSIC by email or phone 0437-474-954.
