Narrandera Shire Council invites the community to come together this Australia Day for a full day of celebration, connection, and community pride.

With events running across Narrandera, Barellan and Grong Grong, there’s something for everyone – whether you’re after live entertainment, cultural activities, family fun or time in the water.

Narrandera events

7.30am-9am – Australia Day community breakfast, Marie Bashir Park

Start the morning with a hearty community breakfast at Marie Bashir Park. Enjoy good food and friendly company before the official ceremony begins.

9am-10.30am – Australia Day awards ceremony, Marie Bashir Park

Recognise the outstanding achievements of local individuals and groups at the annual Awards Ceremony. Celebrate community excellence and with performances from One Voice Choice and the Yiramarang Dance Group.

10.30am-1pm – Survival Day family event, Koori Beach

Spend the late morning by the river with cultural workshops, traditional games, art and craft activities, dancing, and a barbeque lunch. This family-friendly event is a chance to learn, share, and connect.

1pm-4pm – Celebrate the Nation, respect the beat, Narrandera Ex-Servicemen’s Club

Enjoy live music from Sticky Fingers the Band, performing Aussie favourites, country tunes, and classic hits to sing and dance along to.

2.30pm-4pm – Stand up paddle boarding, Rocky Waterholes

Have a go at stand-up paddle boarding on the calm waters of Rocky Waterholes. A relaxed and fun activity suitable for all ages. Bookings essential.

5pm-6.30pm – Sunset kayak tour, Rocky Waterholes

Finish the day with a peaceful kayak tour at sunset, taking in the beauty of Rocky Waterholes. Bookings essential.

Barellan events

11am-2pm – Australia Day at Barellan Pool

Cool off with a fun, family-friendly morning at the Barellan Pool. Enjoy bush poetry, live music, kids’ pool games, and a community barbeque. Free entry – bring your swimmers and join the festivities.

Grong Grong events

11.30am-3pm – Australia Day in Grong Grong

Begin with a flag-raising ceremony at Grong Grong Park at 11.30am, then head to the Royal Hotel for lunch, entertainment, and the much loved yabby races. 

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Tiffany Thomas Kane OAM is the Australia Day Ambassador representing Narrandera Shire Council this year.

Tiffany is a gold medallist Australian Paralympic swimming champion whose determination and talent have made her a global sporting icon. Beginning swimming at just three-years-old, Tiffany’s resilience and drive propelled her onto the world stage by the age of 13, when she won gold and set a world record in the 100m breaststroke at the 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships, alongside silver and two bronze medals in freestyle and butterfly events.

Her meteoric rise continued at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, where Tiffany claimed gold in the 100m breaststroke SB6, setting a Paralympic record, and earned three bronze medals across butterfly, freestyle and individual medley. These achievements earned her the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) and cemented her status as one of Australia’s most accomplished Paralympians.

Tiffany went on to win gold at the 2019 World Paralympic Championships and brought home two bronze medals from the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, competing in the S7, SB7 and SM7 classifications.

Following her retirement from elite swimming due to injuries, Tiffany now dedicates her life as a personal trainer, mentoring and inspiring others, particularly young athletes and people with disabilities.

As an Australia Day Ambassador, Tiffany celebrates inclusion, equality and community spirit. She is available to discuss:

• What Australia Day means to regional communities like Narrandera and the wider Riverina/Murray region

• Inspiring Australians to chase their dreams and overcome obstacles

• Inclusion and accessibility in sport and community life

• Her journey as a Paralympic champion and role model for resilience, discipline and determination.

As an Australia Day Ambassador, Tiffany celebrates the values of inclusion, equality and community spirit. For her, Australia Day is about recognising the strength and diversity that unite us as a nation and inspiring others to chase their dreams - no matter the obstacles. Tiffany’s journey reminds us that greatness is not measured by circumstance, but by the will to succeed.