Ice rink returns to Mandurah foreshore for school holidays
Alongside the ice rink, the eastern foreshore also has twilight markets, live music and entertainment, and free kid's activities to encourage people to rug up and step out this winter.
Local mum Jessica Elphick said the Winter in Mandurah festival was magic and made her proud of her hometown.
Ms Elphick brought her two daughters to the rink's opening for their first ice skating experience. Alongside the rink are markets and kids activities. Credit: Apertunity
'Just seeing their smiles, they had the best time,' she said.
'We've already booked our tickets next week for ice skating so we'll definitely be back again.'
City of Mandurah mayor Caroline Knight said the Winter in Mandurah program was just one of the ways the city was supporting local businesses and extending the hospitality trading season. Sessions run every hour from 9am to 9pm. Credit: Apertunity
'By activating our refreshed foreshore areas over winter, we hope people will come to enjoy everything on offer in our city centre,' she said.
'Typically our local businesses are quieter during the winter months, so the Winter in Mandurah program is the perfect opportunity to get outdoors, explore what's on offer and keep supporting our local cafes, restaurants, bars and tour operators.'
The skating rink is beginner friendly and wheelchair accessible, with sessions running every hour from 9am to 9pm daily. Tickets are available through the City of Mandurah website.
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