Victoria Park came alive on Tuesday afternoon as more than 400 local children and their families gathered for the Inverell Shire Youth Advisory Council’s Easter Egg Scramble.
Supported by Council staff and Councillors, including Mayor Cr Kate Dight and Cr Ian Hooker, the event brought together children aged 3 to 12 for an afternoon full of colour, excitement and community spirit.
Young participants proudly showcased their creativity in the Easter Hat Parade, with many putting in impressive effort to design and decorate their hats.
The scrambles saw almost 2,000 Easter eggs of all shapes and sizes shared among the children, creating plenty of smiles and friendly competition.
Families also enjoyed a free sausage sizzle, while the petting animals from Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farm proved to be a major hit with children of all ages.
Shannon’s Facepainting added even more colour to the day, with both youngsters, and a few enthusiastic adults joining in the fun. Another highlight was the chance to meet the Easter Bunny, with children lining up eagerly to have their photo taken.
Mayor Cr Kate Dight said the event highlighted the strength and enthusiasm of the Inverell community.
“It was wonderful to see so many families come together to celebrate Easter in such a joyful and inclusive way. Our Youth Advisory Council did an outstanding job organising the event with the team from Council and the smiles on the children’s faces said it all. We’re incredibly proud of the young people who helped make this day such a success.”
The Easter Egg Scramble was widely praised by attendees and organisers alike, and due to its success, the event is set to return in 2027.
Media release: Inverell Shire Council
