Hosted by HG Nelson, the event welcomed the public to celebrate the special occasion, with the help of the Royal Australian Navy Band, Australian Girls Choir, Surf Life Saving NSW, Etihad Airways, Danish-owned towage operators Svitzer Fire Tugs and Harbour City Ferries.
A commemorative flotilla and special welcome to country ceremony marked the occasion, renowned chef and restaurateur Matt Moran presented the Opera House with an oversized cupcake and Australian music legend Jimmy Barnes led a spectacular Happy Birthday sing-a-long. The event included speeches from dignitaries and special words from Jørn Utzon’s children, Jan and Lin Utzon.
For more information about the Opera House’s 40th Anniversary celebrations, please visit: www.sydneyoperahouse.com/40
Photo: VIPs joined guests in celebration of the Sydney Opera House’s 40th birthday celebrations, marked by a giant cupcake. Photographer Daniel Boud.
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