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Australia Day fun in Geelong

Hula hoop fun for Erika Hansson and Molly. 530199_01

Community members gathered at Geelong’s Steampacket Garden on 26 January for the Australia Day Family Day. Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went along to the event to capture people enjoying good weather and family-friendly activities.

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