Music, barbecues, citizenship oaths, inspiring stories from our Ambassadors, cricket and splashing around at the pools, marked Australia Day 2020 in the Upper Hunter Shire.

Australia Day Ambassadors Paralympic swimmer Taylor Corry, food and wine expert Lyndey Milan and gardening presenter Graham Ross shared their inspiring stories.

Outstanding Upper Hunter citizens were recognised with Australia Day awards.

An additional Mayoral award went to the members and volunteers of the Rural Fire Service.

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