What better way to celebrate all that is unique about our nation - organising a thong throwing competition!
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Event organiser, Singleton Council's Di Sneddon was ably assisted by compare Ethan Andrews and Singleton Showgirl Annie Nichols as kids flocked to hurl this piece of iconic Australian footwear as far as they could.
There was even a quirky trophy up for grabs.
It was a bit of a change of pace for our Showgirl who went from making an inspirational speech during the formalities to collecting rubber thongs.
Her speech eloquently outlining 10 principles we should all live by, and in turn revealing a wisdom and maturity one so young usually does not possess.
She also graciously presented the winners with their trophies.
This was followed by the action packed tug-o-war.