The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.

A Very Merry Friend-mas 2023

Let's celebrate, Southbank!

It’s back for 2023 - Come and share the Christmas spirit with your friends in Southbank3006.

A family friendly, dog friendly, everyone friendly event. Activities include the Southbank dog parade, face painting, circus, live music, magic, singing, dancing, bubbles, food trucks and Santa himself and so much more.

Presented by Southbank3006 with generous support from the following: The City of Melbourne, Pinapple Net, DGtek, and MICM.

Download the flyer (PDF 6 MB)

Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.

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