Australia Day Ambassadors Delight with Dance Performance
The Australia Day 2025 celebrations at Hawkesbury City Council were elevated to new heights with a vibrant performance by the Australia Day Ambassadors, the StarAbility Dance Performance Group.
This talented ensemble, celebrated for their dedication over the past 19 years, brought joy to dignitaries and attendees alike with their uplifting display of dance.
Since its inception in 2006, the StarAbility Dance Performance Group has made a significant impact on the community, not only through their performances but also via extensive fundraising and outreach efforts.
Melissa Eustace, a spokesperson for the group, expressed the team’s passion for their mission, stating, “We love supporting our community, we love to dance, perform, and bring joy to our audience wherever we go. I am proud to share that we have raised over $2 million to assist individuals with disabilities in dancing and playing sports.”
The group has taken their celebratory performances across numerous locations, including Sydney, Newcastle, Kiama, Mount Kosciuszko, Bingara, Bathurst, the Blue Mountains, and Wyong, with Hawkesbury now added to their impressive list of venues. Eustace highlighted the significance of their work, saying, “We cherish the positive difference we make in our communities. It is crucial for all of us to strive for a better Australia every day.”
The infectious positivity of the StarAbility Dance Performance Group continued to resonate with those in attendance, further cementing their place as beloved ambassadors of Australia Day.
The StarAbility Dance Performance Group warmed up the audience ahead of the announcement of Hawkesbury Council’s Australia Day 2025 Award winners: Citizen of the Year – Sarah Cassim, Young Citizen of the Year – Andrew Scarsbrook, Community Organisation of the Year – The Jeremiah Project, Sports Person of the Year – Indy Aquilina, Local Hero Award (x 2) – Warren Doyle and Chris Underwood, Environmental Award – Chris Underwood, Arts and Culture Award – The Richmond Players.
