St Patrick's Day Celebrations.

There's a very strong history of the Irish in Australia - so it is no surprise that when St Patrick's Day comes along the Irish and their Aussie friends and families celebrate with gusto.  As St Patrick's Day is on March 17th, (a Thursday) the St Patrick's Day march was held last Saturday.  (You could hardly close down the streets of a city - and anyway many of the participants would be at work or school if they tried to march on a weekday!)

The march started after 10.30 am, from the corner of George and Elizabeth Sts, and made its way along Elizabeth Street, slowing for a special salute in front of the Irish Club, through the city.

The streets were packed, as were the pubs, especially the Irish themed ones, with revellers and supporters.

Check out further information on celebrations at the Irish Club's website.