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Coronavirus: City of Mandurah’s much-loved Crab Fest cancelled for 2021

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Channel Seven Mandurah Crab Fest.
Camera IconChannel Seven Mandurah Crab Fest. Credit: Jessica Wyld

Mandurah’s much-loved Crab Fest has been cancelled for 2021.

The biggest free regional community event in WA, attracting more than 100,000 people, it had been slated for March 20-21. But tonight, Mandurah mayor Rhys Williams said the Channel 7 Crab Fest would not go ahead.

“We’ve had to make some decisions ... in line with the best health advice from the State Government,” he said.

Channel Seven Mandurah Crab Fest.
Camera IconChannel Seven Mandurah Crab Fest. Credit: Jessica Ferguson

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“Based on current and anticipated restrictions, it would not be able to proceed.

“Anyone who is involved in Crab Fest knows how much planning and investment goes in to making this event happen.

“By making this decision early, we’re ensuring our partners, stakeholders and local businesses won’t be putting their investment at risk.”

The event attracts more than 100,000 people to Mandurah.
Camera IconThe event attracts more than 100,000 people to Mandurah. Credit: Travis Hayto/Travis Hayto

It is a major blow to City of Mandurah, with this year’s Crab Fest also cancelled because of the virus.

The city has also had to cancel its New Year’s Eve fireworks after it failed to get the approval of the Chief Health Officer.

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