In six years of Australia Day ceremonies, ambassador Dr Ben Veness told Sunday's gathering he thought Jubilee Park 'probably the most beautiful and perfect location' he had been to. Pictures Kelly Manwaring, Tom Gosling.
Young citizen of the year Bradon Lambert with Tamara Taylor, Ellen Ingold and Helen Eccleston.
Andre Sannazzaro about to enjoy a slice of Australia Day cream sponge.
Anne Hamilton with three-week-old pup Bella.
Citizen of the year Michelle Baldry with family members (from back, l-r) Phoebe McGeoch, Phil McGeoch, Rick Kamp, Michael Baldry, James Baldry, Anouk Baldry, Matilda Baldry, Margie McGeoch, Emma Baldry.
The five-man Coota Connections band pumped out a great selection of rock and country during breaks.
Malakhi Wilson at the top of his game with Grant Miller pushing son Levi, 3, on the swings at the new Jubilee Park playgound, proving immensely popular with Cootamundra kids.
Peter McDermott and Wow Rungthip with Peter's grandchildren Grace and Rosalie and the children's great grandmother Evelyn.
The Sing Australia Choir led the ceremony in the national anthem and sang a 20-minute bracket prior to the speech and awards.
Kim and Sid Seidel, who live across from Jubilee Park in Olney Street, admiring an Alfa Romeo Spider sports car.
Carol and Neil Blundell enjoying the day.
