HUNDREDS took to the streets to celebrate the Kerang and District Book Parade.

Hayley Steele, one of the event organisers, said it had now become an inter-generational tradition.

"My husband walked in it as a kid, and now our three children have all done it," she said.

"That's why everyone comes out and gives their time for free to do it - because it's so special.

"If we mention the parade to ...