WHITTLESEA: Event for local heroes


The City of Whittlesea is inviting families to come together to honour the bravery and dedication of local emergency services at this year’s Emergency Services Expo, featuring the 29th Annual Blessing of the Emergency Services Fleet.
Held on Saturday, October 4, from 10am to 12pm at Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre, 35 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang, the Expo is a free community event that celebrates the people who protect us and the equipment they use to keep us safe.
There will be plenty of fun activities for families to enjoy, including:
• Free kids’ activities
• A coffee van
• A sausage sizzle.
The event is open to everyone, and all are encouraged to come along, show their support and celebrate the courage of local emergency service workers and volunteers.
Cr Martin Taylor, Mayor of the City of Whittlesea, said: “This event is a heartfelt tribute to the local heroes who put themselves on the line to keep our community safe. It’s a chance to say thank you, together, as a community. As someone who has worked and volunteered as a first responder, I know firsthand the dedication, sacrifice and courage of our emergency services personnel and I am proud to stand alongside them at this special event.”