‘Under the Vines’:  Moree and Mungindi Come Alive

This weekend the communities of Moree and Mungindi will come to life with two free family events filled with fun, music, entertainment and special guests.

Deputy Mayor Councillor Susannah Pearse said, “To kick off ‘Under the Vines’ on Saturday 26 February, local artists Jacqualyn Lillyman and Rachel Cubis will be performing along with traditional indigenous dancers in the Moree CBD/Balo Street from 9 am to 1 pm”.

“We have also been lucky enough to engage Brisbane-based roving street entertainment group Big Top Entertainment Company who are providing a range of performers including superheroes, clowns, jugglers, stilt walkers, unicyclists and more exciting activities for families to enjoy.”

“Following discussions with the Chamber of Commerce, many Moree businesses have extended their trading hours to 1 pm on Saturday, allowing the community an opportunity to support our small businesses and to accommodate for the event”, added Councillor Pearse.

On Sunday 27 February, the entertainment moves to the Mungindi Pool from 10 am to 2 pm. The Mungindi Progress Association have lined up musicians and will provide a barbeque for attendees.

Councillor Pearse said these events are also a great opportunity for some new performers to get exposure in front of an audience and build their confidence and gain experience.

“We hope that ‘Under the Vines’ will have a positive impact on our community, bringing activity and life to our main street and allowing visitors to witness our vibrant Shire in action,” said Councillor Pearse.

The events are a collaborative effort between Moree Plains Shire Council, Moree Chamber of Commerce and the Mungindi Progress Association.

‘Under the Vines’ has been made possible thanks to a grant from the State Government NSW Partnership: Local Councils Program. The program is designed to help communities recover from the pandemic with health, economic and social initiatives.