The annual Paeroa Lions Fireworks Display dazzled the crowd on October 27 at the Paeroa Domain. The event was postponed by one night due to the weather, but despite a couple of small showers on the rain date, organisers decided to forge ahead. The weather came to the party at the last minute, clearing for most of the evening and providing clear skies just as the lights went down.
Hundreds of people were gathered in the domain for the spectacular display, which was preceded by live music, dancing, food trucks, carnival rides and other entertainment. Many were dressed in their scary best, to participate in the Halloween Dress Up contest.
Paeroa Lions president Wei Zhang said the evening was very successful, raising around $15,000 for the community. She thanked the Lions members for their hard work in managing the event.
“The feedback we got was really good from the public, considering the weather was a bit soggy. I think the Paeroa Lions have done a wonderful job,” she said. “I also want to thank the community for supporting this event for over three decades, I think it’s a really great thing for the Paeroa community.”
