Events & Facilities
Servicing the Community
Community Events
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The Shire is involved in supporting and hosting a number of community events.
Each year the Shire organises either on its own or in conjuction with others the Australia Day Breakfast, Anzac Day and Harmony Day. The Shire is also an active supporter of Territory Week, Chinese Temple celebrations, Chinese New Year celebrations, Inter-Island Soccer, Rugby and Volleyball and Hari Raya Puasa celebrations. The Shire provides a community assistance programme offering financial and in-kind assistance.
Community Facilities
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The Shire provides a couple of community facilities for public meetings, training venues, cultural, sporting, religious events and other community activities. The following community facilities are available for hire during the day and evening hours :
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Poon Saan Community Hall and storage facilities;
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Training/Conference Room at George Fam Centre