I’ll be Home (Hill) for Christmas

YOU BETTER watch out and better not cry: the date has been set for Burdekin Shire Council’s Community Christmas Carols, with the event set to take over Home Hill State High School on Sunday 11 December.

Council is now calling for food and drink stallholders for the event, with applications open until Monday, 7 November.

Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Lyn Mclaughlin said the event had become a must-attend on many North Queenslanders’ festive calendars.

“I am proud to announce we will be returning to Home Hill State High School for the 2022 Burdekin Community Christmas Carols, and invite families from across the region to join us for what is always one of the largest community events of the year,” Cr Mclaughlin said.

“Applications are now open for food and drink stallholders to be part of the festivities, with applications open for the next month. I want to encourage all food and drink vendors to apply to be part of the day, with more information available on Council’s website.

“The Burdekin has become renowned for hosting Community Christmas Carols featuring a range of our region’s best talent complemented by messages from our local personalities and churches, with a large number of food trucks and market stalls – I look forward to seeing everyone at the 2022 event.”

Council’s 2022 Community Christmas Carols will be held on Sunday 11 December from 5:30-8:30pm. Stallholders can access an application form by phoning 4783 9800 or emailing commdev@burdekin.qld.gov. au, with applications due by Monday 7 November.