Launceston will get its own taste of the Paris Olympics this weekend.
The city will play host to an Olympic and Paralympic welcome home event that’s the result of a partnership between the state government, City of Launceston and Australian Olympic Committee.
Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood said the celebrations would include a chance to meet the state’s athletes and learn more about their Paris experience.
“The Launceston community is incredibly proud of our Olympic and Paralympic athletes’ success in Paris and our Olympic spirit has never been stronger,” Mayor Garwood said.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for all of us to come together at Riverbend Park and give our inspirational athletes the welcome home they deserve.”
Tasmanian athletes claimed six medals at the Games.
The event will be held at Riverbend Park, Launceston, from 11am to 12pm.
The final list of athletes attending will be announced closer to the event.
