CQU will co-host Central Queensland's third annual Multicultural Fair with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) on July 30.
The aim of this year's Mutlicultural Fair is to raise awareness of the different cultural groups in the region.
ABC Radio Regional manager, Mr Ross Quinn, said the ABC had a strong commitment to promote greater support and coverage of multicultural activities as they reflect today's Australian society.
CQU Vice-Chancellor Professor Geoff Wilson, said the Multicultural Fair was a great success last year and he was extremely happy CQU will have the opportunity to host it again this year.
"Overseas students are a very important component of the university and the Multicultural Fair is a very good way of recognising their contribution," Prof. Wilson said.
At least 10,000 people are expected to attend the Multicultural Fair.
Organiser Arthur Kavooris said he hoped to attract people from as far away as Galdstone and Mackay.
"There is no dominant culture any more and we want to convery the message that different cultures can co-exist without friction," he said.
"Central Queensland is said to be monocultural, so it's improtatnt we promote multicultrualism and the acceptance of it, especially since the university deals with education."
The Multicultural Fair will begin at 1pm, and will feature a Parade of Nations, cultural displays, fireworks, ethnic food and entertainment.
"We want it to be a fun day for everyone," Mr Kavooris said.
"The different ethnic communities are giving voluntary support, and without this participation the fair would not be possible."
"There will be no entrance fee, so we are hoping to gain sponsorship from the community," he said.
Unlike last year, this year's Multicultural Fair will not be held in conjunction with CQU's Open Day.
"We decided that the Multicultural Fair should be a stand-alone event," Mr Kavooris said.
Cheryl Goh