Tree in main street bathed in purple uplighting

Events & Tourism

Colourful commemoration of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Published: 03 Jun 2022 11:16am

Wagga Wagga City Council has joined in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations marking Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years of dedication and service in Australia and across the Commonwealth.

For four nights starting on Thursday 2 June 2022, 21 trees along Fitzmaurice Street are being bathed in royal purple light.

The colourful uplighting will be on between dusk and dawn until Sunday 5 June 2022.

Main street trees bathed in purple uplighting at night

The illumination coincides with other community events and activities across Australia, including the illuminations of iconic buildings and monuments, being held to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

A website has been established by the Department of Premier and Cabinet showcasing nationwide celebrations marking the event.

For more information, visit: platinumjubilee.gov.au/events