The Torch in Kempsey

What a wonderful day for Kempsey. The atmosphere was fantastic as the torch made its way through the streets to the park. The didgeridoo played a welcome and the torch was cleansed by smoke. Bill Morris lit Kempsey's community cauldron.

The entertainment included:

* Poetry by Allan Wade

* Sing 2001 Choir - school children

* Murramar dancers - traditional aboriginal dancing including a welcome dance

* South Kempsey Primary School children performing the Serpent Dance

* Slow Combustion Band

And there were smiles all round. The torchbearers beamed with pride, the spectators cheered with enthusiasm and there was a party atmosphere. Never have I seen so many happy locals.

The torch then made its way through the cheering crowd carried by Walter Constable to continue its journey to Port Macquarie.

 

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