Hindmarsh Shire Council hosted a celebration at the Tiny Goats and Co Farm at Dimboola yesterday to mark International Day of People with Disability.

International Day of People with Disability is a United Nations observed day, which aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions. 

The day provides people with an opportunity to make positive changes to the lives of the 5.5 million Australians with disability.

The celebration at Tiny Goats and Co included a barbecue lunch, music, activities including giant games, and plenty of time to cuddle the tiny goats and meet and play with the other farm animals.

Tiny Goats and Co owner Beck Walker said about 75 people registered to visit the farm for International Day of People with Disability, making it a fun yet busy day at the farm. 

Mrs Walker said baby goats loved the attention.

“They love when people come, they know they’re going to get cuddles and attention and treats,” she said.

“They make a lot of noise when they ask for attention and want everyone to come back again. They love having people here.”

International Day of People with Disability was also celebrated in Horsham, with the council’s disability advisory committee hosting a free event at Sawyer Park between 5pm and 8pm.

Community organisations that support people with a disability, along with food vans, a DJ, activities and a sensory zone were available to celebrate the day.

The day was also celebrated at Horsham Neighbourhood House with a guest speaker from Grampians disAbility Advocacy. – Paul Carracher