Community
6 May, 2026
Curdies family fun day ahead
LAUGHTER, learning and river-side adventure will be on the menu when families, locals and visitors come together for the Curdies Family Fun Day on Saturday, May 16 from 10am to 2pm at Peterborough Hall.
This free, family-friendly celebration puts the spotlight on the Curdies River and its catchment, an area which supports local farming, tourism, biodiversity, cultural heritage and the wellbeing of the entire community.
Hosted by the Curdies River Coordinating Committee (CRCC), the day brings together culture, science, hands-on fun and community storytelling to celebrate what makes the Curdies River special and how everyone can help protect it for generations to come.
Community surveys have shown the Curdies River is much more than a waterway – it’s a defining feature of the local landscape and lifestyle supporting livelihoods, wildlife, recreation and a deep connection to place.
“The Curdies River is something we all share and care about,” CRCC chair Sarah Holland-Clift said.
“This day is a celebration of the river, the people who live alongside it and the great work already happening across the catchment.
“It’s also about inspiring more people to get involved in caring for this incredible place.”
The day will open with a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony led by Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation, honouring tens of thousands of years of cultural connection to Country and waterways.
From 10am to 12noon, a vibrant community forum will explore the story of the Curdies River from past to present and into the future.
Highlights will include a keynote presentation by John Sherwood, an overview of the CRCC’s work and vision for the catchment and a lively panel discussion with voices from land management, agriculture, water, conservation and local government.
From 12noon to 2pm the celebration will continue with food, displays and interactive activities designed for all ages.
Activities include citizen science experiences such as WaterWatch, bird identification and wildlife monitoring, children’s activities like water bug displays, marine touch tables, creative crafts and nature based-learning, free guided Landcare walks and free guided kayaking on the Curdies Estuary.
“Whether you’re a resident, landholder, student, visitor or just curious, there’s a place for you in caring for the Curdies River,” Ms Holland-Clift said.
Everyone is welcome to this free event, and registrations are encouraged at https://events.humanitix.com/curdies-family-fun-day.
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