PRESS RELEASE BY THE PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARIAT FOR PUBLIC WORKS First Edition of Festa Ħaddiem – Minn Id il-Public Works announced

A family event celebrating the craftsmanship of workers at the Concert Area at Ta' Qali

The Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works, Omar Farrugia, together with the Department for Public Works, has announced that the first edition of the Festa Ħaddiem – Minn Id il-Public Works will take place on Saturday, May 3rd and Sunday, May 4th. This event, aimed at the whole family, will celebrate the craftsmanship of the workers from the Public Works Department.

Parliamentary Secretary Omar Farrugia explained that, “As we approach the month of May, during which we celebrate Worker's Day and the bravery of the Maltese and Gozitan people, the Parliamentary Secretariat for Public Works, together with the Public Works Department, will be organizing the first edition of the Festa Ħaddiem – Minn Id il-Public Works."

He reminded that this festival is being organized by the oldest department in the public sector. “Over the two days, we are inviting Maltese families to join us in celebrating the skilled work carried out by our dedicated Public Works employees in communities around the country."

The Parliamentary Secretary concluded that festival will be held in a project developed and managed by the Public Works Department in the Concert Zone, part of the largest open and green space in our country.

Adiel Cuschieri, from the Communications Division of the Public Works Department, explained that during the event, in addition to showcasing the work of Public Works employees, there will be demonstrations of woodworking, tile laying, masonry and various other trades. An interactive space will display the history of Public Works through the years, including a virtual reality (VR) experience of the Triton Fountain. There will also be family tours from the Concert Area to the Formal Garden, along with a range of exhibits for visitors to enjoy.

The Head of the Ta' Qali National Park Unit, Jason Micallef, stated that he is pleased to see the country's largest open space being used for activities like these, which bring joy to families, while also showcasing the work and efforts of this Department, which has been operating for decades. He went on to say that this also demonstrates the Government's commitment to providing more open spaces for the people. Micallef further praised the ongoing work in the regeneration of the picnic area within Ta' Qali, so that it can continue to be enjoyed by the people of Malta.

At the Festa Ħaddiem – Minn Id il-Public Works, a variety of activities will be held, including zumba sessions, singing performances, first aid training, food and drink stalls, and other activities suitable for the whole family.