Benalla hub shines with joy and talent at year-end celebration
The Benalla Community Hub wrapped up the year in style, as talented performers lit up the stage with music, dance, and song!
It was an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and community spirit at Benalla Community Hub, as clients and the local community celebrated the year that was.
About the event
The special end-of-year event showcased the incredible talents of the Yooralla Hub Performers, who wowed a large crowd of onlookers with their vibrant energy and stunning dance moves.
The night began with the performers swaying their hips and belting out their best moves, radiating joy and confidence. Some participants even showed off their vocal talents, adding another layer of excitement to the performance.
IMAGE: clients from Bennalla Community Hub dancing as a group for a crowd of friends and family
Something to love for everyone
One standout moment came from Robyn, who shared her love for Lee Kernaghan’s song ‘Fire’ with the captive audience. "I really love the song ‘Fire’ and everybody watching me dance and sing to it," Robin said.
Mary, another of our talented performers, has a great evening. "I loved it! I danced a lot and really liked the sausage sizzle," Mary said.
Jenny echoed the sentiments of excitement. "I loved having the crowd turn up to watch me and the dance group perform. My sister was there taking photos, and the sausage sizzle was great too,” Jenny said.
The event’s atmosphere was lifted even further by a surprise visit from Santa, creating an extra buzz of excitement.
“It was good that Santa showed up, but I knew it was Brad! I also helped Chelsea make a goodbye letter for Jess, one of our DSWs, as she’s going on maternity leave,” Jenny said.
Robin agreed that “Santa was good, but I knew who he was!"
IMAGE: Yooralla client Rebecca holding a microphone and singing for the audience
Community spirit on full display
Participants and Disability Support Workers collaborated on the decorations and event setup, adding a personal and heartfelt touch to the celebration.
Local police officers and employees from Yooralla’s head office were among the attendees, further highlighting the strong ties between the Benalla Hub and the broader community.
As the crowd enjoyed a BBQ, they took a moment to reflect on the year that was 2024, cherishing the laughter, connections, and accomplishments that made the evening so special.
This celebration of talent and togetherness was a fitting way to cap off a wonderful year at the Benalla Hub, leaving everyone with smiles and cherished memories to carry into the new year.
IMAGE: highlighted images of clients dancing and performing at the Benalla Christmas
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