Families, Friendships, Fun and Festivities
By Mayor Paul Thomas, President Kernewek Lowender

Kernewek Lowender, the Cornish words for Cornish happiness, really describes what our festival has come to represent since its inception in 1973.

Kernewek Lowender has not only prompted the Copper Coast but expended and strengthened the ties of Cornish people around the world.

In 2010 we are celebrating 150 years since the discovery of copper at Wallaroo Mines, and in so doing will recognise the significant influence the mines and its mining families played in the development of the State of South Australia.

Again, the Copper Coast is playing a significant role in the state’s tourism. We offer an abundance of historic sites and attractions, boast the most pristine coastal waters and offer a myriad of affordable accommodation options. Much of this popularity and tourism development has been buoyed by our biennial Kernewek Lowender.

I am confident visitors and our local residents alike will experience the fun and festivities that have become synonymous with Kernewek Lowender, not forgetting the fantastic smell and taste of Cornish pasties.

Kernewek Lowender 2011 is very much about being proud of our past and ever so confident of our future.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Copper Coast and hope that this event will foster and rekindle your love of family, friendships, fun and festivities.

Have a great time and enjoy the mystique of Kernewek Lowender!