On January 26 Banana Shire residents are invited to come together to reflect, respect and celebrate – because we’re all part of the story. The 2021 Banana Shire Australia Day Celebrations and Official Ceremony will be hosted by the Banana Community at the Banana Sports and Recreation Grounds.

Schedule of Events

Gates Open: 10:00am

7-A-Side Cricket Competition Commences: 11:00am (Download Team Entry Form)

Licensed Bar, BBQ and Family Fun Activities: From 12:00 midday

Official Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony: 3:00pm

COVID Safe Event Information

The Banana Shire Australia Day Celebrations and Official Ceremony are operating under a COVID Safe Event Checklist. Specific measures in place to manage requirements will include contact tracing, physical distancing, increased hygiene practices and screening on entry.

Contact Tracing: All attendees will be required to provide contact details via QR code, an alternative method will be available where required.

Physical Distancing: Maintaining physical distancing requirements is the individuals responsibility.

Please do not attend if:

1. You are unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue, loss of smell or taste, vomiting, diarrhoea or shortness of breath
2. You have been in close contact with a person who is positive for COVID-19
3. You are positive for COVID-19
4. You have travelled overseas or to a declared COVID-19 Hotspot in the previous 14 days.

Assistance on the day: Please seek assistance from Banana Shire Council staff if you become unwell during the event.

More Information & Enquiries

Contact: Banana Shire Council

Phone: 4992 9500

Email: enquiries@banana.qld.gov.au

Assisted by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council