Brandon and Shae Stacey with Myles, 6, and Isla, 2, went to the Kyabram carols in matching Christmas pyjamas, ready for an evening of singing and dancing.
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A last-minute date change couldn't dampen the holiday spirit in Kyabram, as record crowds turned out for a rescheduled — but spectacular — Carols in the Park on Monday night.
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Families crowded the Memorial Gardens on Monday, December 22, lying across picnic blankets or setting up camping chairs to watch the performances comfortably on the grass.
High energy performances by the Community Church band, supported by the Rushworth & District Concert band and Echuca Federal Band, put everyone in a festive mood.
One of the night's undeniable highlights was Year 9 student Jasmin Grima, whose stunning rendition of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas left the audience spellbound.
Meanwhile, younger attendees stayed busy with a variety of activities, including a popular petting zoo hosted by Billabong Ranch.
To cap off the night, the music gave way to a dazzling fireworks display that lit up the night sky. The Free Press was on the ground to capture every magical moment.
Lizzy Withall with Emmy-Lou, 9 months, at the Billabong Ranch pop-up.
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Campaspe Shire councillor Jessica Mitchell with daughter Maddy, 7.
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Jasmin Grima singing Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.
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Kyabram paramedics Tenayah Cranston, Sarah Dalton, Alex Kennaugh and George Rovithis.
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Harley Hardy and Dakota Riddle.
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The Community Church band and choir put on memorable performances throughout the evening.
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There were three first Christmases for these kiddos. Cara Giles with Elly, 11 months, Mikayla Fleming with Skyla, 10 months, and Rose McKenzie with Ivy, 10 months.
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Jenni Lorenz with dog Paxton and Sue Lister.
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Children gathered at the front of the stage to hear the story of the birth of Jesus.
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Peter Heywood from the Echuca Federal Band and Eric Sanders from the Rushworth & District Band
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Greg and Lynne Turnbull from the Campaspe Salvos were at the Kyabram carols.
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Rushworth and District Concert band conductor Matthew Tatti.
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Shenae Peace, 11, and Alyssa McMaster, 8, at the Billabong Ranch pop-up.
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Sanjalee and Rathnayaksa Ranyaka, with Liyana, 4, enjoying some snags before the carols begin.
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Campaspe Shire Mayor Daniel Mackrell delivers a Christmas message at the carols.
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The team at Let’s Do Coffee. Logan Mackrell, Campaspe Shire Mayor Daniel Mackrell and Laila Trevena.
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The carols drew a crowd that filled the Memorial Gardens.
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