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Gallery | Sand-sational send-off to summer

By Riverine Herald

Mar 12, 2026

Arlo Carnie, Lacey Merlo, Amelia Boxtel and Bella Merlo showing off their sand masterpieces. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Summer arrived and went quickly as it always does, but these youngsters managed to squeeze in one last beach-themed activity.

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Families gathered at the Port of Echuca on Saturday, February 28, for Sandsation — a free afternoon where children could unleash their creativity through sand art.

Little artists chose from exciting templates, carefully sprinkling vibrant sand layer by layer onto specially prepared cards to craft their treasures.

Best of all, each young creator carried home their sand art masterpiece — a colourful reminder of their afternoon by the river.

Riv photographer Jordan Townrow headed down to the Port of Echuca to capture the day.

Makai Boxtel proudly shows off his work. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Sienna Ellis and Azarlia Read working hard. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Frankie Ellis focuses on her artwork. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Bobby Byrne chose the train design to colour with sand. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Ayla Smith got help picking out colours for her artwork. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Hunter Anderson concentrating on his design that features a car. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW

Sandsation was a popular activity to round out the summer holiday season. Photo by JORDAN TOWNROW