Bringing communities together with lights and sparkle
Published on 30 November 2022
Murray River Council is looking to add a little sparkle to local communities, as it once again launches its Christmas-themed outdoor lighting experience.
Lighting features will be temporarily installed in a number of local parks and spaces to brighten up towns and bring communities together across the council area.
The lights experience is free to visit every night from 7pm to 11pm between December 2 and January 4.
This year residents will see a return of lighting projections that will illuminate local parks and spaces with bursts of bright colours.
Some even complimented with Christmas-themed decorations too.
Murray River Council mayor, Chris Bilkey said council hopes residents can make it down to their local park or reserve to enjoy the bursts of colour.
“The community loved our first year of installations which saw illuminated red gums and bright park spaces, so we’re pleased to be able to return to this format and light up our local towns.”
“Whilst there is certainly a lot of pressure in our communities at the moment due to the flood event, Christmas is still on its way; so we hope our lighting experience can help brighten up the Christmas season in some small way.”
Residents can check-out the pop-up lighting experience at the following locations throughout December:
Barham, Riverside Park
Koraleigh, General Store
Mathoura, Soldiers Memorial Park
Moama, Cobb Highway and Meninya Street
Murray Downs, RFS Shed
Tooleybuc, Mensforth Park
Wakool, Playground Park
Due to the current flood evacuation order, the lights display will not be installed in Moulamein.
“Unfortunately the contractors can’t get there to install the lights, but the council team is already planning some festivities for Moulamein in the New Year so that the community can be celebrated,” Cr Bilkey said.
More details will be available when confirmed.
More information on what’s on can also be found at www.visitrivercountry.com.au
Installation locations and descriptions:
Moama, Cobb Highway and Meninya Street
Moama’s Cobb Highway and Meninya Street will light up this Christmas! Marvel at the spectacular neon installations throughout the street and the illuminated red gums from the Cobb Highway to the Old Echuca Moama Bridge.
Barham, Riverside Park
Barham's Riverside Park is lighting up the holiday season with a dazzling light show showcasing Christmas trees and reindeers. Follow the riverside boardwalk and immerse yourself in this park’s whimsical displays.
Mathoura, Soldiers Memorial Park
Christmas lights and projections will dazzle at Mathoura’s Soldiers Memorial Park; the perfect backdrop for Mathoura’s Christmas Carols celebrations. Be sure to also check out the jumping reindeers and spectacular lighting projections.
Murray Downs, RFS Shed
Murray Downs will be aglow with Christmas cheer- the RFS Shed and grounds will be bursting with festive colour.
Tooleybuc, Mensforth Park
Set out for adventure in Tooleybuc through Mensforth Park. Wander under the gum trees drenched in Christmas colour, lighting a festive pathway to the Bridgekeeper’s cottage.
Wakool, Playground Park
Wakool's Playground Park will twinkle with lights and seasonal cheer. With the community BBQ available, Playground Park is the perfect location to host a twilight family picnic.
Koraleigh, Koraleigh General Store
Koraleigh will be shining bright this festive season with the Koraleigh General Store lighting up with festive colour and sparkle.