EVENTS CANCELLED
Events planned for Bribie Island, Strathpine and Redcliffe have been cancelled due to the anticipated severe weather. The Flag Raising & Cadet March will still proceed as scheduled.
Celebrate Australia Day in Redcliffe with plenty of free activities for the family. Come on down to Suttons Beach and enjoy a great range of activities including a DJ, beach games, kids activities, mud crab races, competitions, roving entertainment, amusement rides and fun in the water.
Event Ambassador
 | The 2013 event ambassador is Darren Lockyer. Darren Lockyer is regarded by many as the world's best rugby league player - and with good reason. He is the former captain of the Brisbane Broncos, Queensland and Australian Kangaroos. Lockyer has also scored more points for the Brisbane Broncos than any other player in the Club’s history. Come and see Darren at Fish, Fun & Aussie Sun between 10.00am and 12noon View Darren Lockyer's Bio [PDF 105KB] |
Activities Program
All activities will take place in the park at Suttons Beach:
| Time | Activity |
|---|
| 10.10am | MC welcome and chat with 2013 Australia Day Ambassador - Darren Lockyer |
| 10.20am | Official welcome from Moreton Bay Regional Council and National Anthem |
| 10.30am | Footy Toss Competition with Darren Lockyer |
| 11.00am | Mud Crab Auction |
| 11.30am | Mud Crab Race |
| 11.30am | Meet and greet session with Darren Lockyer |
| 12.00noon | Egg & Spoon Races |
| 12.30pm | Thong Throwing Competition - Round 1 |
| 1.00pm | Dance Competition |
| 1.15pm | Cooee Calling Competition |
| 1.30pm | Sand Castle Building Competition |
| 2.00pm | Ice-cream Eating Competition |
| 3.00pm | Thong Throwing Competition - Round 2 |
| 3.30pm | Dance Competition |
Plus between 10.00am and 4.00pm check out:
- Live DJ
- $2 rides
- Free Kite Making Workshop - limited kites available
- Animal Farm - $2 entry
- Free Giant Games
- Free Face Painting
- Free Obstacle Course
- Springfree Trampolines - jump for free!
- Free active activities with Ginger Sports
- Aussie give-aways including temporary tattoos and more!
Please note program and activities are subject to change.
Competition: Win a Mountain Dew BMX Bike!
Dine at Sails Restaurant during January, complete the entry form and go into the draw to win a child's Mountain Dew Bike valued at $379.00! The lucky winner will be presented the bike by Darren Lockyer at Fish, Fun & Aussie Sun at 10.20am. Competition courtesy of Sails Restaurant.
Food and Market Stalls
Sails Restaurant will be open on Australia Day along with a variety of food stalls including sausage sizzle, pizza, ice-cream and more. Plus check out a selection of market stalls.
Vendors please note: Application's are now closed.
Busking
There is an opportunity for musicians and entertainers to apply to busk at Fish, Fun & Aussie Sun. Please submit your interest via email to events@moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Parking and Access
Very limited parking is available at Suttons Beach. Free parking is available in surrounding streets. There are no road closures for this event.
Date
26 January 2013
Time
10.00am - 4.00pm
Location
Sutton's Beach, Marine Parade Redcliffe
Cost
Free
Contact
Moreton Bay Regional Council
Ph: (07) 3205 0555
events@moretonbay.qld.gov.au 
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