Hindmarsh Public Holiday Arrangements in Lieu of Melbourne Cup 2024

Published on 22 August 2024

The Hon. Natalie Suleyman MP, Minister for Small Business has granted Hindmarsh Shire Council’s request to substitute days for the 2024 Melbourne Cup Day public holiday in Nhill and Rainbow.

A full day Public Holiday has been declared in lieu of Melbourne Cup:

• In the township of Rainbow, and the localities of Kenmare and Albacutya for the Rainbow Show on Tuesday 15 October 2024.

• In the township of Nhill and the localities of Little Desert, Gerang Gerung, Kiata, Glenlee, Netherby, Lorquon, Yanac, Broughton on Thursday 17 October 2024.

The remaining areas within the Shire will observe a full day public holiday on Melbourne Cup Day Tuesday 5 November 2024.

This is a great opportunity for Hindmarsh residents to fully enjoy the experience of their local show and appreciate the planning and preparation of the respective A & P Societies in each town.

The Dimboola Show will also be held on Saturday 21 October 2024, and the Jeparit Show on Sunday 22 October 2024.

Monica Revell
Chief Executive Officer