Who will be the Lord of cool?

This could be you: Reigning Junior Lord Mayor Sophie Peters with
Lord Mayor Sally Capp.

'Teachers, urge your students to enter'

It's free and open to Victorian students in Grades 4, 5 and 6 (or aged 9 to 13).

Now in its eighth year thanks to partner 13cabs, the competition aims to raise awareness about Melbourne and our city's Aboriginal history and culture — and instil civic pride by highlighting our journey since being founded on 30 August 1835.

You also learn about how government works and what elected officials do.

"It's the top competition for students in Grades 4 to 6," says Melbourne Day chairman Campbell Walker.

"A record number of entries were submitted last year. Teachers and parents, urge students to enter — let's beat last year!"

From five finalists, an overall winner is chosen.

His or Her Worship gets to rock mayoral robes and gold chains, add 2020 Junior Lord Mayor of Melbourne to their resume, perform official and fun duties with Lord Mayor Sally Capp, march in the Moomba Parade and more!

Need to know:

• Competition closes: midnight, 10 August 2020

• Finalists announced: 13 August 2020

• Judging and winner chosen: 19 August 2020

Coronavirus advisory: If State Government distancing restrictions prevent in-person judging, judging will be held via video conferencing as best as possible, with details arranged with finalists.

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