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e m o c l e W What are your plans for the school holidays? Are you looking for something to keep your kids entertained, be it at home or out and about? Well look no further – the KIDs team have pulled together this comprehensive guide to what is on across South East Queensland! From the Sunshine Coast, throughout Brisbane and across the Gold Coast, there is sure to be something that will keep your kids entertained. And we have again included fantastic craft ideas and some scrummy winter warmer meals to keep you busy - especially helpful for chilly days when you just want to stay warm inside! If you’re after even more, be sure to head to our Pinterest page www.pinterest.com/kidsonthecoast! Happy Holidays KIDS on the Coast/in the City
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Kidsplay THE WORLD IS ONE BIG ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND FOR KIDS, AS THEY EXPLORE AND DISCOVER THE WORLD AROUND THEM. YOU CAN JOIN IN THE FUN WITH THESE SIMPLE, SAFE AND EXTREMELY ENJOYABLE (AND COLOURFUL!) EXPERIMENTS WHICH USE EVERYDAY THINGS FROM AROUND THE HOUSE.
“LAVA LAMP”
MAGIC MILK
What you’ll need:
What you’ll need: • Food colouring (2 or more different colours) • A shallow dish – such as a pie pan • Full-cream milk • Dishwashing detergent 1. Pour milk into the pie pan until it is about half full. Wait for the milk to reach room temperature.
1. Fill the clear plastic bottle about ¾ full with vegetable oil.
2. Randomly place a few drops of each food colour into the milk.
3. Add the coloured water to the bottle with oil and screw the lid on tight.
3. Next, place a few drops of dishwashing detergent into the milk.
4. Turn the bottle sideways and watch as the colour moves its way up and down the bottle making funny shapes and blobs.
4. Watch as the colours swirl to create beautiful patterns. INTERESTING FACT: THE SOAP BREAKS DOWN THE FAT IN THE MILK AND CAUSES THE FOOD COLOURING TO SWIRL WHICH HELPS MAKE SOME VERY FUNKY DESIGNS. 4
• Vegetable oil • Water • Empty soft drink or water bottle (clear) • Food colouring • Plastic cup
2. Fill the plastic cup with water and add a few drops of food colouring. One colour is best. Stir.
INTERESTING FACT: OIL AND WATER DON’T MIX – THE TWO LIQUIDS SEPARATE THEMSELVES INTO LAYERS. THIS EXPLAINS WHY SOME ANIMALS SUCH AS SEALS CAN SWIM AROUND IN ICY COLD WATER QUITE HAPPILY, BECAUSE THEIR COATS ARE OILY!
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Keep kids busy on a cold winters day
Stay warm with these crafty ideas
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Warmers WHEN THE WEATHER’S COLD, YOU WANT A SNACK OR WEEKEND LUNCH THAT’S FILLING AND NUTRITIOUS. LOOK NO FURTHER - HERE’S COMFORT FOOD THAT WILL HAVE KIDS (AND GROWN-UPS) COMING BACK FOR MORE!
CHEESY SAUSAGE & BEAN LAYER BAKE 820g tin baked beans Dash of Worcestershire sauce 8 Sausages 8 bacon rashers 2 tablespoons dried breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons grated cheese Place the baked beans in an ovenproof dish and season with the Worcestershire sauce. Cook the sausages and then arrange over the beans. Cook the chopped bacon for 2 minutes. Arrange the bacon over the sausages. Top the dish with breadcrumbs and cheese. Cook in a moderate oven for 20-25 minutes. 6
BEEF & SAUSAGE PASTA 500g pasta 375g mince 350g kabana sausage 800g tinned diced tomatoes 200g sliced mushrooms 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup beef stock 2 teaspoons chopped fresh garlic Cook the pasta in boiling water. Saute beef and kabana until beef is well browned. Then add garlic, tomatoes, mushrooms, tomato paste, and stock. Simmer for 10 minutes and stir occasionally. Drain the pasta and stir through the sauce.
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EASY PUMPKIN SOUP This soup also tastes great if you include other root vegetables such as potato, sweet potato, or parsnip - just add a little more liquid and cook until all vegies are tender.
MILD VEGETABLE CURRY Olive oil Onion, finely chopped clove garlic, finely chopped 1 carrot, diced ½ teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon garam masala pinch paprika tin of coconut cream ½ cup frozen peas 1 head of broccoli, chopped
2 cups peeled & chopped pumpkin 1 diced carrot 1 diced onion 1 tspn nutmeg OR 1tspn ground coriander Approximately 600 mls water and 1 chicken stock cube (or use readymade chicken stock) Place all the vegies in a saucepan. (If you have more time, add extra flavour by sautéing them in a little olive oil until they begin to brown.) Add water and crumbled stock cube (or just use readymade chicken stock) until vegetables are just covered with liquid. Add nutmeg or coriander.
Chopped mixed vegetables (eg eggplant, sweet potato, pumpkin, cauliflower, green beans)
Bring to the boil and then simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
To serve: boiled or steamed rice, poppadums, coriander, chutney, natural yoghurt.
Blend or process until smooth using a blender. You can also push through a sieve if you don’t have a blender.
Heat oil in pan and add onion, garlic and carrot. Saute for two minutes then add spices, cooking gently for five minutes or until the spices darken and almost stick to the pan.
Serve into bowls and top with a dollop of cream, sour cream, natural yoghurt or marscapone cheese, then sprinkle with chopped chives and serve with Cheese Toast.
Add chopped mixed vegetables, stirring to coat them in the spices, then cover with coconut cream and a little water if necessary. Cover pan and simmer until vegetables are tender (around 20 mins), then add broccoli and frozen peas and cook for further 15 mins. Serve with rice and accompaniments.
CHEESE TOAST Sprinkle a slice of bread with parmesan cheese, then using a knife, smooth over the cheese with butter or margarine - the cheese will mix into the butter. Make sure you butter right to the crust. Then flip the bread over and do the same to the other side. Fry in a little olive oil for 30 seconds on each side. Remove from the pan when the bread starts to toast and serve.
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Winter
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We asked the KIDS team their tips for staying well during winter...
Take some time to rest and recover. Our kids need time to rest and recharge. The holidays are a chance to take a break from hectic weekly schedules and have some quite time at home with the family. A well rested child is far less likely to pick up the winter bugs. - Renee
1. Stay in bed! Preferably with an electric blanket! 2. Remember to open windows when the sun is out and let in light. Being holed up in the winter can mean a dark, damp feeling house with no air circulation. Sometimes you don’t realise that it’s actually warmer outside than inside. 3. Walk on the beach in Winter. 4. Don’t forget to drink water.
Olive Leaf extract, Vitamin C and some sun. - Kellie
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Sleep! Slow down and rest. School holidays is a great opportinity to do this. - Toni
EAT WELL, DRINK PLENTY OF WATER AND GET PLENTY OF REST TO WARD OFF THE WINTER COLD/FLU - LOUISA
Make sure you eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables... Great to assist your immune system! - Jackie
If you feel a sore throat or cold starting. Make a strong hot tea with freshly cut ginger, fresh lemon juice and slices, and honey. Drink a few cups each day. Kids might just sip on a teaspoon of honey. Slow down, rest and get plenty of sleep. - Michelle What are your tips? Share them with us on Facebook or Twitter www.kidsonthecoast.com.au | www.kidsinthecitymagazine.com.au
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Join Jungle George and help him find The Lost Secret of the Golden Ginger. Bring your boots and get ready for a rip roaring adventure full of mystery, fun and jungle hijinks.
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Show Time! June 25 to July 2
2014 BRISBANE GANG SHOW
The Cultural Precinct, QPAC www.outoftheboxfestival.com.au
University of Queensland www.visitbrisbane.com.au/ brisbane/whats-on/familyfriendly/2014-brisbane-gang-show
June 28 to 30
DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS TREASURE TROVE June 7 to August 2
CHARLOTTE’S WEB Brisbane Arts Theatre www.artstheatre.com.au/ children-2014
July 4 & 5
OUT OF THE BOX FESTIVAL
Brisbane Entertainment Centre premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/ show.aspx?sh=DISNEYIC14 July 1 to 4
July 4 to 6
CATS
Brisbane Convention Centre premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/ show.aspx?sh=CATS14
YO GABBA GABBA LIVE! Brisbane Powerhouse www.brisbanepowerhouse.org/ events/2014/07/01/yo-gabbagabba-live/ www.kidsonthecoast.com.au | www.kidsinthecitymagazine.com.au
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Markets June 27
Every Saturday and Sunday
Where: King George Square, Brisbane When: 5pm to 9pm With over 80 stalls, enjoy a lantern lit celebration of local independent art, craft and design. Details: www.brisstyle.com.au/2014-markets
Where: Chinatown Mall and Brunswick Street Mall, Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley When: 8am to 4pm Showcasing various stalls selling vintage items, fashion, bric-a-brac, natural organic produce, and an eclectic range of arts and crafts. Details: Free. Contact 07 3403 3740.
BRISSTYLE INDIE TWILIGHT MARKET
June 28
THE HANDMADE EXPO MARKET - IPSWICH Where: The Ipswich Turf Club, Brisbane Road, Bundamba When: 8am to 2pm Excellence in Making-Baking-Growing. Up to 70 stallholders - why not jump on the Swanbank Steam Train after some lunch and a spot of handmade shopping. Details: Free entry. Free parking. www.thehandmadeexpo.com.au June 29
THE MUMMY TREE MARKETS Where: River Park Place, Col Gardner Drive, Morningside When: 9am to 1pm This ‘Family Boutique’ market provides beautiful high quality, unique products and services which are not mass produced or easily found in shops. Details: www.themummytreemarkets.com.au
VALLEY MARKETS
Every weekend
THE COLLECTIVE MARKETS (SOUTH BANK MARKETS) Where: South Bank Plaza, Stanley Street, South Brisbane When: Saturdays from 10am to 9pm, Sundays from 9am to 4pm The new Collective Markets includes arts and crafts, homewares, object design, photography, furniture, food, fashion, jewellery, vintage and pre-loved clothing, unique wares and accessories. Details: www.southbankmarket.com.au
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Workshops June 30 to July 1
STOP MOTION ANIMATION WORKSHOPS Where: State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane When: 30th June - 9:30am to 3:30pm; Ages 8 to 11; 1st July - 9:30am to 3:30pm, ages 11 to 14 Create your own animation from the ground up and bring your creative ideas to the screen using a mixture of 3D objects and plasticine. Details: Bookings Essential. www.qtix.com.au/slq/ event/storylab_animation_14.aspx June 30 to July 4
KELLY SPORTS KIDS HOLIDAY PROGRAMS Where: Oxley United Football Club When: Full day sessions - 8am to 4:30pm These sessions are designed to help kids develop basic skills such as, kicking, throwing and catching. Sports include, Handball, Ultimate Disc, Cricket, AFL, Soccer, Circus, Dance and lots lots more. Details: megan@kellysports.com.au, 0430 564 769, www.kellysports.com.au June 30th to July 11
LEGO EDUCATION LEARNING CENTRE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
Where: LEGO Education Learning Centre, Shop 2/78 Merivale Street, South Brisbane When: From 10am. Workshops are one hour long Choose from seven different LEGO workshops where children can build and control a vehicle remotely, build and film a LEGO movie, or construct and program a robot for a safari adventure. (Ages 4+). Details: $12/workshop, 3844 6337, www.mooreed.com.au 14
June 30 to July 13
SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS AT QUT Where: QUT, Gardens Point Campus When: Various, see website Workshops range from DIY animation programs, to open source coding and game making. Limited places are available for all workshops, so make sure to book in quickly. (7 to 17 years). Details: www.thecube.qut.edu.au July 2
MINECRAFT MOD AND SERVER WORKSHOP Where: State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane When: 9:30am to 3:30pm; Ages 8 to 11 Participants will learn the fundamentals of mod installation and usage. Learn the basics of computer networks and how to set up a Minecraft server in your local WiFi network. Details: Bookings essential. www.qtix.com.au/slq/ event/storylab_minecraft1_14.aspx July 2
MINECRAFT PROGRAMMING WORKSHOP Where: State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane When: 9:30 – 3:30pm; Ages 11 to 14 Extend your computer programming skills using the popular game Minecraft! Details: Bookings essential. www.qtix.com.au/slq/ event/storylab_minecraft2_14.aspx
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July 4 to 7
SCRATCH STORIES WORKSHOP Where: State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane When: 4 July, 9:30am to 3:30pm: Ages 8 to 11; 7 July, 9:30am to 3:30pm: Ages 11 to 14 Create your own animated story using Scratch, a free computer program that is easy and fun to use. You’ll learn how to create and control your own characters and bring your stories to life. Details: Bookings essential. www.qtix.com.au/slq/ event/storylab_scratch_14.aspx
July 7 to 11
CAVERN OF THE CURIOUS - JULY HOLIDAY PROGRAM Where: INVENTory, Level 4, Qld Museum, Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank When: 10:30am to 12:30pm & 1:30pm to 3:30pm Explore the depths of your imagination to create your own curious sea-creature; then venture into the cave for an illuminating experience! Details: $2 per participant. www.qm.qld.gov. au/Events+and+Exhibitions/Events/2014/07/ Cavern+of+the+Curious+-+July+Holiday+Program
July 7 to 9
IT’S ATOMIC - HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Where: Sciencentre, Crn Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Brisbane When: Various times, 1.5hrs duration Everyone can learn Atomic Theory. When shared with children, they can have fun while developing an understanding of the world around them and getting a head start in their science education. Introductory and Extension workshops available. Details: Child $7, MyMuseum Child members $5. Accompanying adults are free of charge. Bookings essential on phone QTIX on 136 246 or www. sciencentre.qm.qld.gov.au/Events+and+Exhibitions/ Events/2014/07/Its+Atomic#.U6U2kPmSzTo
July 10 to 11
MAKE, CREATE AND INNOVATE WITH MAKEY MAKEY WORKSHOP Where: State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane When: 10 July, 9:30am to 3:30pm: Ages 8 to 11; 11 July, 9:30am to 3:30pm: Ages 11 to 14 xplore the magic technology that is MaKey MaKey! This workshop will combine your creative talents, various conductive materials and MaKey MaKey to bring a story to life. Details: www.qtix.com.au/slq/event/storylab_ makey_14.aspx
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Regular Events QUEENSLAND MUSEUM - LOST CREATURES: STORIES FROM ANCIENT QUEENSLAND
SCIENCECENTRE - SCIENCE FICTION, SCIENCE FUTURE
Where: Qld Museum, Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank When: 9:30am to 5pm Meet some of our state’s inhabitants from millions of years ago, including significant fossil finds, a Muttaburrasaurus reconstruction and new 3D modelling of Queensland dinosaurs! Details: Free admission. www.southbank.qm.qld. gov.au/Events+and+Exhibitions/Events/2013/12/ School+holiday+guide+January+2014#.Usf23fQW3To
Where: Sciencecentre, Level 1, Corner of Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank When: 9:30am to 5pm Move objects with your mind, turn invisible right before your eyes, be mimicked by a life-like robot and see augmented reality in action. Details: Admission charges apply. www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/ Events+and+Exhibitions/Events/2013/12/ School+holiday+guide+January+2014#.Usf23fQW3To Ongoing
MICHAEL PAREKOWHAI, THE WORLD TURNS 2011-12, DRAWING ACTIVITY FOR KIDS Where: Children’s Art Centre, Park Level, GOMA When: 10am to 5pm daily Children are invited to contemplate artist Michael Parekowhai’s large bronze sculpture,The World Turns, and record their ideas and drawings in a speciallydesigned booklet. Details: Free. Collect from the GOMA Information Desk and Cafe Bistro. www.qagoma.qld.gov.au/kids/ exhibitions/current/michael_parekowhai_drawing_ activity_for_kids March 5 to July 9
OUR DREAMING March 28 to October 6
QUEENSLAND MUSEUM - DEEP OCEANS Where: Qld Museum, Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank When: 9:30am to 5pm Deep Oceans showcases strange real-life creatures as well as myths and legends about fearsome monsters of the deep. Details: $12. Family (2Adults up to 4 children): $42 www.museum.qtix.com.au/event/Deep_Oceans_14.aspx 16
Where: State Library of Queensland When: 10am to 5pm, Every day Our Dreaming: animating country is an interactive program of exhibitions and events for all ages. Explore large scale projections, three-dimensional art installations, augmented reality, hands on activities, and a wide range of animated films. Details: Free, 07 3840 7768 or www.slq.qld.gov.au/ whats-on/events/our-dreaming-for-families
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Until 2 November 2014
JEMIMA WYMAN PATTERN BANDITS Where: Children’s Art Centre, Park Level, GOMA When: 10am to 5pm daily Enter the brightly coloured and highly patterned world of the artist and explore different patterns with specially designed hands-on and multimedia and activities. Details: Free admission. www.qagoma.qld.gov.au/ kids/exhibitions/coming_soon/jemima_wyman_ pattern_bandits
April 25 to September 7
WIND TUBES
Where: Ipswich Art Gallery When: 10am - 5pm Daily Wind Tubes is a hands-on exhibition that challenges you to make a flying creation out of everyday materials and launch it into large, clear vertical tubes of moving air. Details: Free entry. www.ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au/ exhibitions/wind-tubes
June 2 to October 6
COLOURED FISH - ORIGAMI SCHOOL OF FISH Where: INVENTory, level 4, Qld Museum, Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank When: 9:30am to 5pm Coloured Fish is an origami fish installation created by 11 year old Noah Casey. After being diagnosed with dyslexia, Noah wanted to raise awareness of the condition and began an art project of creating a school of origami fish. This school of fish represents an average primary school in Australia with 840 pupils… most of the fish are made from old books because most kids in school can read, write and spell words. The coloured fish… are the dyslexic kids (10%)… and have been made by dyslexic kids from all over Australia. Please read our names and ages and find out what we are good at. We learn differently but if you give us a chance we can be fabulous.” There are origami worksheets and recycled paper for visitors to fold their own fish. Details: Free. www.qm.qld.gov.au/ Events+and+Exhibitions/Exhibitions/2014/06/ Coloured+Fish#.U6T_EfmSzTo
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Daily events WIN A FAMILY PASS!
June 25 to July 2
HELLO KOREA + WORKSHOP: LITTLE BIG MASTERS Where: Lyric Theatre Lounge, QPAC When: 9am to 3pm Children will see, hear and feel the beauty of a bygone era through these playful, digital artworks. Children can create their own mixed-media collage artwork in the Little Big Masters workshop! Details: Free. www.qpac.com.au/event/OOTB_Hello_ Korea_14.aspx
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June 25 to July 2
OUT OF THE BOX FESTIVAL Where: The Cultural Precinct, QPAC Out of the Box is 8 days of cultural activity crafted to celebrate and support learning, play, curiosity and discovery for children and their families as they learn and grow together. Details: www.outoftheboxfestival.com.au June 25 to July 4
SONGS OF THE SONAR Where: INVENTory, Level 4, Queensland Museum, Corner of Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank, South Brisbane When: 10:15am, 11:45am, 1:15pm Create your own mysterious glow-in-the-dark ocean creature, like a bejewelled ice fish, a snot flower worm, or spikey feathered sea-dragon. Ages 4 to 8 years. Details: $16.50 per child. Tickets available via Out of the Box, www.outoftheboxfestival.com.au/event/ OOTB_Sonar_14.aspx#.U3BMxPmSzTo 18
Where: Riverstage, Gardens Point Road, Brisbane When: 9am to 4pm daily Join in exciting snowball fights, see the silly Snow Man Show, slide on a snow slope and build your own snow man. Details: Park Entry is free and tickets for each Snow Attraction can be purchased as a package or individually at the venue. www.snow4kids.com.au June 28
COME AND TRY KAYAKING Where: Sinbad St Boat Ramp, Sinbad St, Sandgate When: 9am to 12noon Come and learn some basic kayaking skills and explore some of Brisbane’s waterways. Details: Free. Bookings required. Phone 3899 1667 to reserve your place. June 28 to July 13
HEIST
Where: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Be entertained by tales of theft & intrigue; Play cops & robbers with dress ups; Create your own identikit image of train robbers and your own heist masks & disguises; Take Wanted pictures; Dig for hidden gold nuggets in the sandpits. Details: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
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Brisbane June 30, July 7
June 29
DRAGON BOATING
LIFE GAMES ADVENTURE
Where: Yowoggera Park, Sandgate Road, Albion, Australia When: 9:30 to 11:30am Have fun learning how to paddle in a 12m dragon boat and see the city from a different perspective. Details: Free. Contact Te Waka Dragons 0410 463 494. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au
June 30 - 2pm to 4pm, 7th Brigade Park, Murphy Road, Chermside July 7 - 10am to 12noon, Bulimba Memorial Park, Oxford Street, Bulimba When: 2pm to 4pm Trained leaders will organise cooperative, noncompetitive fun games and activities, that can involve people of most ages and abilities. Ages 4+ Details: Free. Bookings required, ‘Life. Be in it’ FunWorks 3822 1111 or 0403 221 676. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au
June 29
BANDS IN PARKS - TOPS FROM THE BOX Where: Mount Coot-tha Road, Mount Coot-tha When: 2pm to 3pm Windsor Brass plays music from television show themes from Friends, Jag and Stingray. Details: www.brisbane.qld.gov.au June 29
CREATE YOUR OWN COMIC BOOK Where: Brisbane Square Library, 266 George St, Brisbane When: 5:30pm to 6:30pm Learn the basics of comic book creation. Talk about storylines and use mini-journals to create your own comic book. Ideal for children aged 8 to 12 years. Details: Free. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au
June 30
GROUP ABSEILING Where: Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Lower River Terrace, Kangaroo Point When: 3pm to 4:30pm Take a leap off the top of the Kangaroo Point cliffs. Qualified instructors will provide you with safety equipment and instruction. No experience necessary. Ages 8+ Details: $5. Bookings required Riverlife Adventure Centre 3891 5766 .
June 30
ESCAPE THE CROWDS WITH YOUR CHILDREN Where: Brisbane Square Library, 266 George St, Brisbane When: 10am to 12noon Help illustrate a story book that will be put on display in the library. Ideal for children aged 5 to 10 years. Details: Free. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au June 30
GROUP KAYAKING Where: Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Lower River Terrace, Kangaroo Point When: 1pm to 2:30pm Come see the city in a fun and different way by kayaking along the Brisbane River with qualified instructors. No experience necessary. Ages 8+ Details: $5. Bookings required, Riverlife Adventure Centre 3891 5766. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au
June 30 to July 5
SCHOOL HOLIDAY MINI PUTT PUTT Where: Calamvale Central Shopping Centre When: 10am to 3pm daily Mini putt putt FUN at Calamvale Central. All equipment and scoring sheets provided! Details: Free. www.calamvalecentral.com.au
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Brisbane Every Tuesday in July
SOUTH BANK KIDS CLUB: RO & CO’S EDIBLE DECORATIONS & SOFT PLAY Where: Central Café Lawns, South Bank When: 9am to 1pm Ro&Co will help your little ones create delicious edible jewellery. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to let their imaginations soar while developing their fine motor skills. Details: FREE. www.visitbrisbane.com.au Every Thursday in July
SOUTH BANK KIDS CLUB: BOPPIN BABIES Where: Arbour View Café Lawns, South Bank When: 9am to 1pm This early learning music program is conducted with a music therapy focus and is all about having fun through musical play and expression. Details: FREE. www.visitbrisbane.com.au
July 1 & 8
ESCAPE THE CROWDS WITH YOUR CHILDREN Where: Brisbane Square Library, 266 George St, Brisbane When: 10am to 12noon Create a puppet of a mythical creature using inspitation from Alison Lester’s Magic Beach. Details: Free. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au July 1 to 5
PLAY-DOH ACTIVITY VILLAGE Where: Toombul, Centre Court When: 10am to 1pm daily Experience the world of Play-doh where imagination is everything! Details: Free. www.toombulcentre.com.au
July 1
SPRINGBROOK LYREBIRD WALK Where: Best of All lookout, Springbrook National Park When: 7.30 am (1 hr) Join a ranger on a guided walk of the Best of All area to see if we can find the elusive lyrebird. Ages 9 and over. Details: Bookings required. Phone 07 5576 2411 between 9 am and 4 pm. www.nprsr.qld.gov.au July 1
CIRCUS RIBBON TWIRLS (POWERKIDS 2014) Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm When: 11am to 12pm Make your very own ribbon twirl just like they use at the Olympics, then get active learning all about how to use your ribbon twirl, with a range of exciting tricks and amazing flourishes! Ages 4 to 8 years. Details: $20. Bookings required, www.bazilgrumble.com July 1 & 3
MONSTER PUPPETS (POWERKIDS 2014) Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm When: 1pm to 2pm Make a fantastic origami hand monster puppet and then bring it to life by decorating it with a range of new and recycled materials. Ages 4 to 8 years. Details: $20. Bookings required, www.bazilgrumble.com 20
July 1 to 6
POWERKIDS 2014 Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington St, New Farm QLD 4005 When: See website for full details This dynamic six day family festival is a wonderful experience for children aged 0 to 12. Powerkids encourages interaction and participation with friends, family and holiday carers alongside workshops, free entertainment, live arts, physical and creative community activities. Details: www.brisbanepowerhouse.org/festivals/ powerkids-2014/
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July 2
MONSTER ORIGAMI (POWERKIDS 2014) Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm When: 11am to 12noon If you love origami but are looking to extend your skills with some contemporary designs then this is the workshop for you! Ages 4 to 8 years. Details: $20. Bookings required, www.bazilgrumble.com July 2 & 3
WILD THINGS DRAMA (POWERKIDS 2014) Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm When: Jul 2 - 1pm to 2pm, Jul 3 - 11am to 12 noon After reading the book Where the Wild Things Are, chidren will use their body in new and interesting ways in this drama workshop. Ages 4 to 8 years. Details: $20. Bookings required, www.bazilgrumble.com July 3, 5 & 10
JUNIOR SPORT WORKSHOPS Where: Kid’s Korner When: 11am to 12noon This is a great start for kids aged 2-10 years old as it teaches coordination and teamwork in an energetic and positive environment! Details: Free. calamvalecentral.com.au, 07 3711 2705 July 3 & 10
ESCAPE THE CROWDS WITH YOUR CHILDREN Where: Brisbane Square Library, 266 George St, Brisbane When: 10am to 12noon Using inspiration from the book Where the wild things are, make a mask and join the masquerade. Details: Free. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au
July 3
BUSH DETECTIVES Where: David Fleay Wildlife Park, W Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads When: 9.30 am (1.5 hr) Become a bush detective and search for clues left by native animals that live right on our doorstep. Ages 6 to 9 years. Details: $8.95 per child. Bookings required. Phone 07 5576 2411 between 9 am and 4 pm. www.nprsr.qld.gov.au July 4
WILDLIFE RANGER EXPERIENCE Where: David Fleay Wildlife Park, W Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads When: 1pm (3 hr) Sneak a peek into the exciting world of a wildlife ranger at David Fleay Wildlife Park! Ages 6 to 9 years. Details: $19.45 per child. Bookings required. Phone 07 5576 2411 between 9 am and 4 pm. www.nprsr.qld.gov.au
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Brisbane July 4
MINI OLYMPICS Where: Bulimba Memorial Park, Oxford Street, Bulimba When: 10am to 12noon Participants will enjoy a fun adaption of the Olympic Games with games like boffa hockey, earth ball relay, sock wrestling, world surfing, sack and field relay race, egg and spoon race and more. Ages 6+ Details: Free. Bookings required ‘Life. Be in it’ FunWorks 3822 1111 or 0403 221 676 July 4 & 5
JUGGLE-A-RAMA (POWERKIDS 2014) Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm When: Jul 4 - 11am to 12noon, Jul 5 - 1pm to 2pm Make your very own set of juggling balls and have a ball learning the basics of juggling and slapstick comedy. Ages 5 to 10 years. Details: $20. Bookings required, www.bazilgrumble.com
July 5
WALLY THE PLATYPUS’S 1ST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS! Where: David Fleay Wildlife Park, W Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads When: 9am to 5pm Come and learn about this fascinating egg-laying, venomous, aquatic mammal at Wally the platypus’s first birthday. Details: Children free of charge with a paying adult. (adults $19.45, concession $12.90). No bookings required. www.nprsr.qld.gov.au July 4
CHILL OUT CLAY ANIMATION Where: Visible Ink - 5 Green Square Close, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006 When: 2:45pm to 4:45pm Using the latest software you will make your own clay characters, then learn how to bring them to life on the big screen. Ages 10 to 17 years. Details: Free. Bookings required, www.bazilgrumble.com
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July 4 & 5
CREATE-A-CIRCUS (POWERKIDS 2014) Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm When: Jul 4 - 1pm to 2pm, Jul 5 - 11am to 12pm Come and create your own circus character complete with wonderful dress ups and face paint and then put on a creative showcase for parents at the conclusion of the session. Ages 5 to 10 years. Details: $20. Bookings required, www.bazilgrumble.com
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July 8 to 12
Brisbane
SANDWIZARD FUN!
July 5
TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC AT THE RACES Where: Eagle Farm Racecourse, 230 Lancaster Rd, Ascot When: 11am Bring the kids and their best-dressed bears for a pawfect family day out in support of the Children’s Health Foundation. Details: $15 for adults, Children and teddy bears go FREE! Families can also purchase a picnic pack to enjoy on picnic blankets and tables spread across the lawn for just $65 including entry. Details: premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show. aspx?sh=TEDDYBEA14 July 5
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Where: Calamvale Central Shopping Centre When: 10am to 3pm daily Come along and show your creativity with Sandwizard sand art then take home your masterpiece to show the whole family! Details: Free. calamvalecentral.com.au July 6 to 13
NAIDOC WEEK Celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and recognise the contributions that Indigenous Australians make to our country and our society. Check your local library for story telling activities by visiting www.brisbane.qld.gov.au Details: www.naidoc.org.au July 8
Where: Little Bayside Park, 42 Fairlead Crescent, Manly, Qld, Australia When: 6pm to 8:30pm Movies in the Park in Little Bayside Park, Manly are screened on the first Saturday of the month. Details: Free. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au July 5
THE COURIER-MAIL’S WONDER DAY Where: The Courier-Mail Piazza When: 9am to 4pm Wonder Day is a free family fun day for children of all ages. In support of the Children’s Hospital Foundation, the festivities will include activities, workshops and live entertainment. Details: Free. www.visitbrisbane.com.au/brisbane/ whats-on/family-friendly/wonder-day
KIDS’ MEDIEVAL FUN DAY Where: 1 – 63 The Abbey Place, Caboolture Participate in a number of fun activities including stilt walking, trebuchet firing, medieval games, storytelling and more. Kids are encouraged to come along in their medieval costumes and participate in the costume parade! Details: $4 per child (Ages 3 to 12). Accompanying adults and babies and toddlers up to 2 are free. Workshops additional cost. Details: www.abbeytournament.com/kidsday
July 7 to 11
PIRATES WEEK Where: Queensland Maritime Museum When: Each day starts with assembly at 9:45am and concludes at 2:30pm Each day commences with the “Pirates Pantomime” show, then in small groups, the children will be conducted through the 9 activities around the site and on board the HMAS Diamantina. Details: $ 21 per child and $18 for each additional family child. www.maritimemuseum.com.au
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Brisbane July 8 to 12
MR PEABODY AND SHERMAN DANCE WORKSHOP Where: Toombul, Centre Court When: 11am and 1pm daily. Plus, meet and greet at 12pm! Join Peabody and Sherman and journey through a Dance Workshop from the four corners of the globe! Details: Free. www.toombulcentre.com.au July 9
ESCAPE THE CROWDS WITH YOUR CHILDREN Where: Brisbane Square Library, 266 George St, Brisbane When: 10am to 12noon Come and hear the story of The Hunchback of Notre Dame and create your own stained-glass window. Details: Free. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au July 9
MULTICULTURAL MADNESS Where: Carindale Recreation Reserve, Cadogan and Bedivere Streets When: 10am to 12noon This program discovers many different activities like target throwing, balancing, twirling and juggling from all around the world, including Africa, Egypt, Polynesia, Sweden, New Zealand and Australia. Ages 4+ Details: Free. Bookings required, ‘Life. Be in it’ FunWorks 3822 1111 or 0403 221 676 July 9
CHILL OUT AMAZING ART RACE Where: Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha When: 2pm to 4pm Work against the clock in the amazing art race. Have fun as you work in a team to navigate through the park in order to fulfill creative and physical challenges! Ages 10 to 17 years. Details: $5 per participant fee. Bookings essential, www.bazilgrumble.com.au
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July 9 & 10
FAR OUT FOREST SCHOOL HOLIDAY FESTIVAL Where: Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt-Coot-tha Road, Mt Coot-tha When: 10am to 2pm Free school holiday fun including; Animal Tails show, wearable art, circus school, traditional Aboriginal games, Rapt in Reptiles show, craft nest butterflies, African drumming and more. The program will vary each day. Details: Free. Parking is limited. Catch the free shuttle bus from Toowong Village - runs every 15 minutes. www.brisbane.qld.gov.au July 10
CULTURAL WALK THROUGH TIME Where: David Fleay Wildlife Park, W Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads When: 10am (1.5 hr) Join a local indigenous ranger for a guided walk through Tallebudgera Creek Conservation Park and discover medicinal plants and the customs of the Kombumerri people. Details: Free. Bookings required. Phone 07 5576 2411 between 9 am and 4 pm. www.nprsr.qld.gov.au July 10
CHILL OUT ECO PUPPETS Where: Downey Park, Windsor - 50 Noble St, Windsor When: 2pm to 4pm Make a giant puppet from both new and recycled materials and then get active and healthy by using your body to bring it to life! Ages 10 to 17 years. Details: $5 per participant fee. Bookings essential, www.bazilgrumble.com.au
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Brisbane July 11
WILDLIFE RANGER EXPERIENCE Where: David Fleay Wildlife Park, W Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads When: 1pm (3 hr) Discover what goes on with ‘behind the scenes’ activities and experience close encounters with wildlife. (Ages 10 to 12 years). Details: $19.45 per child. Bookings required. Phone 07 5576 2411 between 9 am and 4 pm. www.nprsr. qld.gov.au
July 12 to 13
ABBEY MUSEUM MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL TOURNAMENT DAYS Where: 1 - 63 The Abbey Place, Caboolture When: Various times and events, see website Come for the exquisite detail of the re-enactment camps, cheer the jousting and falconry, gorge on the sizzling meats and fine mead, and leave with the taste of history on your lips and doublet. Details: www.abbeytournament.com July 13
CHILL OUT FACE AND BODY ART
July 12
FROLICKING FAIRIES Where/When: 10am to 12noon, Carindale Recreation Reserve, Cadogan and Bedivere Streets. 2pm to 4pm, D.J. Sherrington Park, 601 Blunder Road, Inala This workshop inspires the imagination as children make their own wand, play fairy games, hear fairy stories, sing fairy songs and enjoy creative movement that will encourage everyone to be healthy and active. Details: $5. Bookings required www.bazilgrumble.com.au
Where: New Farm Park - Brunswick St, New Farm When: 10am to 12noon Explore a range of techniques to decorate your own face and body and that of your friends with bold funky designs. Ages 10 to 17 years. Details: $5 per participant fee. Bookings essential, www.bazilgrumble.com.au
July 8 to 12
MR PEABODY AND SHERMAN DANCE WORKSHOP Where: Toombul, Centre Court, 1015 Sandgate Rd, Toombul When: 11am and 1pm daily; Plus meet & greet at 12pm Join Peabody and Sherman and journey through a Dance Workshop from the four corners of the globe. Details: Free. www.toombulcentre.com.au, 3266 7122 July 13
CHILL OUT BODY POTS
Library events Find details of more FREE events at your local library visit: www.brisbane.qld.gov.au
Where: E E McCaskie Park, Kelvin Grove - 137 Kelvin Grove Road When: 1pm to 3pm Come and get physical using your hands, feet or elbows as moulds to make your own functional clay pots. Ages 10 to 17 years. Details: $5 per participant fee. Bookings essential, www.bazilgrumble.com.au
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Show Time! July 4
July 11
Nambour Civic Centre www.scvenuesandevents.com.au
Lake Kawana Community Centre www.scvenuesandevents.com.au
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CIRQUE MOTHER AFRICA
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Sunshine Coast Venues & Events School Holidays - July 2014
School Holiday Fun for Kids! Laughin’ at the Lake I $10 per child per hour Tuesday 1 & 8 July / Lake Kawana Community Centre Unlimited jumps on themed jumping castles and fun activities. Dress up to win a prize! Parents can relax in the cafe. Check the website for session times and themes.
The Lion King Film Screening I All tickets $9 Various sessions / Nambour Civic Centre
Arthouse Cinema Nambour is very excited to screen this Walt Disney classic film. Bring the whole family along, free small popcorn for every child! Check the website for all session times.
The Wizard of Oz Show I All tickets $19 Tuesday 8 July / Nambour Civic Centre / 3.30pm Click your heels together and get ready to follow a yellow brick road of fun! An interactive new adaption of America’s best loved fairy tale.
DeepBlue Winter Workshops I Ages 8-18 10 to 12 July / Nambour Civic Centre
DeepBlue’s fun and creative workshops in performance and technology culminate in a unique performance opportunity on stage with DeepBlue at the Nambour Civic Centre. See the website for more info and workshop prices.
Nambour Civic Centre 5475 7777 Lake Kawana Community Centre 5413 1400
www.scvenuesandevents.com.au
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Markets July 20
Every Saturday
SUNNY COAST BABY AND KIDS MARKET
BAZAAR SATURDAY MARKETS
Where: Nambour State Primary, Coronation Drive, Nambour
Where: Corbould Park Racecourse, Caloundra
When: 8am - noon
Showcasing the Sunshine Coast’s finest artists, designers, craftspeople, entertainers, fresh healthy produce and delicious food all in one fabulous undercover venue.
A locally owned market selling pre-loved, new and beautiful handmade items for the under fives. Details: Entry $2, Kids Free. www.sunnycoastbabykidsmarket.com.au
When: 7am - 1pm
Details: www.thebazaarmarkets.com.au
Every Wed & Sat
Every Sunday
Where: Memorial Drive, Eumundi
Where: Bulcock Street , Caloundra
When: Wed - 8am - 1:30pm, Sat 7am - 2pm
When: 8am to 1pm
You’ll find original artworks, sculptures, furniture, handmade toys, homewares, skincare as well as cutting edge fashion and jewellry by local designers, all guided by the ethos “make it, bake it, sew it, grow it”. Face painting, balloon creations, cartooning, magic shows, science fun, play with clay, and more for kids.
There is something for the whole family with activities for kids, handcrafted locally made products and art, live entertainment and street theatre.
EUMUNDI MARKETS
CALOUNDRA STREET FAIR
Details: Free. www.facebook.com/caloundrastreetfair Every 3rd Saturday, March 15 & April 17
Details: www.eumundimarkets.com.au
TWILIGHT MARKETS AT THE OLD GYMPIE RAILWAY STATION
Every Saturday
Where: Old Gympie Station (Tozer St. Gympie)
BIG PINEAPPLE MARKETS Where: Big Pineapple, Nambour Connection Road, Woombye
When: 5pm to 7pm
When: 6:30am - 1pm
Homemade wares, local produce, Gympie Radio Club and local organisation demonstrations, Silver Bullet Shuttles, great food at the Licensed Iron Horse café.
The biggest all-weather market with fresh fruit and veges plus an array of art, amazing food, clothing and more.
Details: www.valleyrattler.com or 5482 2750 (Tue & Fri)
Details: www.bigpineapple.com.au/saturday-growersmarkets
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Holiday Camps & Workshops July 2, 4, 9 & 11
OCEAN RANGER PROGRAM Where: Sea Life, Parkyn Pde, Mooloolaba When: Half Day or Full Day programs available The Ocean Ranger Program gives kids the exclusive opportunity to feed, touch and meet some of Sea Life’s amazing UnderWater animals. Details: Half Day: $50 per child, Full Day: $75 per child. Reservations essential: reservations@underwaterworld. com.au, 5458 6226. www.underwaterworld.com.au/ experiences/ocean-ranger-program
June 28 to July 5, July 5 to 12, July 12 to 19
HORSE RIDING FOR KIDS
Where: Kiah Park Horse Ring Camp, 578 Beenham Valley Road, Beenaam Valley When: 11am on start day, 7am on last day This 7 day horse riding camp is for children aged 6 years to teens and all riding abilities are welcome. Details: Cost $770 includes full accommodation, tuition and horse riding twice a day and night activities. Tilana, email info@kiahpark.com.au, 5486 6166, www.kiahpark.com.au, www.facebook.com/KiahPark1 June 30 to July 2 & July 7 to 9 (3 day camps)
SCHOOL HOLIDAY SAILING CAMPS
Where: Sunshine Sailing Australia, The Wharf Mooloolaba, Parkyn Parade When: 9:30am to 3:30pm While having fun children will be given an opportunity to cover all aspects of the sailing syllabus. Ages 7 to 17. Details: $260. www.learn2sail.com.au, 5478 2299 30
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LITTLE SEED THEATRE COMPANY WINTER SCHOOL Where: Noosa Pengari Steiner School, Doonan When: 8.30 -3pm Mon to Thurs and 8.30-5pm Friday Little Seed Theatre Company runs a Winter School ages 6-18. It is a popular event, students stage a play in one week. Details: www.little-seed.com.au July 10 to 12
DEEPBLUE WINTER WORKSHOPS Where: Nambour Civic Centre When: Thursday 10 & Friday 11 July 8:30am to 4:30pm / Saturday 12 July 11:30am to 9:30pm (including show) Join DeepBlue for their Sunshine Coast Winter Workshops and you have a chance to perform in their Who Are You show. The workshops for young musicians aged between 8 to 18 years. Details: $210 early bird (closes 28 June) / $260 Full Price. www.youngblue.net.au or www.scvenuesandevents.com.au
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Regular Events Monday to Saturday
MALENY DAIRIES FARM & FACTORY TOUR Where: Maleny Dairies, 70 McCarthy Road, Maleny Time: 10:30am & 2:30pm Come and experience life on a real farm and see the whole process of milk from the cow to the bottle. Details: $11 per person (2yrs & over). Bookings: 5494 2392 www.malenydairies.com
Library events Check out your local library. Your local library has heaps of FREE School Holiday Events! www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ or Ph: 1300 LIBRARY
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Sunshine Coast
Daily Events June 28 to July 30
June 29
Teens aged 12 to 18 years are invited to participate in teenREADmonth. By registering then reading only 5 things, books, magazines, eBooks, comics, they will then go in the draw to win a bunch of great prizes.
Where: Bunnings Noosaville, Eumundi Noosa Road & Gateway Drive
TEENREADMONTH
DRESS UPS WORKSHOP
Details: Free. No bookings required. Phone: 1300 LIBRARY. www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
When: 10am to 12noon Details: Free. 5430 5400, www.bunnings.com.au/ stores/qld/noosaville June 30
June 28 - July 13
ZOO-WIDE TREASURE HUNT Where: Australia Zoo, 1638 Steve Irwin Way Beerwah When: 9am Calling all explorers – you’re invited to Australia Zoo these school holidays for a massive zoo-wide treasure hunt running daily! Pick up a free treasure map on admission to find the buried treasure and win some great prizes! Other amazing activities include live music daily in the Crocoseum, free morning face painting, kids rides including a giant croc slide – and much more! There’s two beautiful new baby camels to meet, and there is a chance some more baby animals might just “drop” on by - with two pregnant giraffes due around July. Details: www.australiazoo.com.au/visit-us/ calendar/293-winter-school-holidays
EMBARGO - WHITE, DANCE PARTY Where: Lake Kawana Community Centre When: 7pm to 11pm Underage School Dance Party. Strictly ages 14 to 18 only (with school ID). Drug and Alcohol free. No Passouts. Security on site. Details: Second Release $22.50 / Third Release $32.50. www.scvenuesandevents.com.au/lakekawana-community-centre/events/embargo-white June 30, July 1 to 4
MOSHI MONSTERS SHOW Where: Sunshine Plaza, Riverwalk Stage When: 10am, 11am and 1pm Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook.com/sunshineplaza, 5443 4133 June 30, July 1 to 4
June 28 - July 13
ZOO KEEPER FOR A DAY Where: Australia Zoo, 1638 Steve Irwin Way Beerwah When: 9am Ever wondered what it is like to be a zoo keeper? Well, here’s your chance to get your hands dirty and up close to some amazing animals in one of the Zoo Keeper for a Day programs that run exclusively during the school holidays! Be sure to book your place in this exciting behind-the-scenes experience for kids up to 15 years of age. Details: www.australiazoo.com.au/visit-us/ calendar/293-winter-school-holidays
KATSUMA MEET & GREET Where: Sunshine Plaza, Riverwalk Stage When: 12pm to 12:30pm Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook. com/sunshineplaza June 30
SCOOBY-DOO MEET & GREET Where: Sunshine Plaza, Riverwalk Stage When: 2:30pm to 3pm & 3:30pm to 4pm Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook.com/sunshineplaza, 5443 4133
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June 30 to July 6
GET BUILDING THESE HOLIDAYS IN THE LEGO® BRICK ZONE
June 30 & July 7 (Mondays)
Where: Food Court, Noosa Civic Shopping Centre, 28 Eenie Creek Rd
Where: Sunshine Castle, 292-296 David Low Way, Bli Bli
SIR JUSTYN’S JUNIOR JOUSTING
When: 11am to 2pm, daily
When: 10am to 3pm
Come and see the giant LEGO® BRICK ZONE display and make your own LEGO® brick creations in this fantastic free workshop.
Jousting exercises for 5 to 12 year olds. Spinning targets, catching hoops and lots of Medieval fun. Bring closed-toe shoes and a hat. Supervising adults compulsory.
Details: Free. www.noosacivicshopping.com.au
Details: $6 per “go”, $5 per “go” with purchase of Castle admission (children must be supervised by an adult). www.sunshinecastle.com July 1
STRING ART Where: Caloundra Library, 8 Omrah Ave When: 2pm to 4pm Use the retro craft to design your very own masterpiece . Details: Free. Bookings required. Ages 12 to 17 years. Ph: 1300 LIBRARY. www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au June 30 to July 6
DONUT DECORATING
July 1
Where: Donut King (outside Woolworths) When: 10am to 2pm, daily Decorate your own donut. Details: $5 per donut. Bookings through Donut King 5449 7558. www.noosacivicshopping.com.au June 30, July 1, 3, 7 & 8
THE LION KING - MOVIE SCREENING Where: Nambour Civic Centre, 52-64 Currie Street When: 1:15pm, Running Time: 1hr 35mins
ARTSCOOL - “PHOTOMONTAGE AND TEXT” Where: Caloundra Regional Gallery, 22 Omrah Ave When: Ages 5 to 7, 9:30am to 11:30am Ages 8 to 12 - 1pm to 3pm Using the written word and visual imagery, create a photo-montage artwork of personal and local significance. Ages 5 to 7 years. Details: Bookings and prepayment essential. $15 per child. Class limited to 12 students. http://gallery. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/sitePage.cfm?code=kids
Watch this Disney Classic on the big screen. Embark on an extraordinary adventure as Simba, a lion cub who cannot wait to be king, searches for his destiny in the great pride lands. Details: All tickets $9. www.scvenuesandevents.com. au/disney-classic-the-lion-king 34
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July 1, 3, 8 & 10
HOLIDAYS FUN WORKSHOPS Where: Bunnings Caloundra, 54 Caloundra Rd July 2
When: 10am to 1pm Holiday workshops and face painting. Details: Free. 5490 5000. www.bunnings.com.au/ stores/qld/caloundra/fun-with-paint-workshops_ sa1035559 July 1 to 4
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FOOTBALL CLINIC Where: Caloundra Football Club When: 9am to 3pm CFC’s School Holiday Clinics are open to all players of all abilities from the age of 5 to 16 years who love football and would like to improve their skills. Details: $100 for 4 days. www.caloundrafootball.com.au July 1 & 8
MARINE MIXED MEDIA - SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street When: 1:30am to 3pm Discover how El Nino and Global Warming are affecting our oceans and sea life, then create an informative mixed media collage using graphs, rubbings and your own original drawings. Ages: 8 to 12 Details: $8 per child. www.noosa.qld.gov.au /whats-on-nrg July 2
KIDZART – PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS Where: The Butter Factory Arts Centre, 10 Maple Street, Cooroy
LAUGHIN @ THE LAKE - JUMPING CASTLE FUN
When: 5 to 8yrs - 11am, 9 to 12yrs - 12:30pm
Where: Lake Kawana Community Centre, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina
Children’s holiday art class specially developed to complement the current exhibition. Learn skills and techniques with an experienced art teacher.
When: Sessions at 9am, 10:15am and 11:30am (each session 1 hour) BIG jumping castle fun and activities for children to get involved with whilst parents relax and enjoy the cafe by the lake. For children up to the age of 10. Details: $10 per child per hour. www.scvenuesandevents.com.au
Details: $8 per child, bookings and pre-payment essential on 5329 6580. www.noosa.qld.gov.au/ whats-on-bfac July 2 & 4
FACE PAINTING Where: Sunshine Plaza, Riverwalk Stage When: 10am to 1pm
July 2
STORIES OF THE SEA - SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street When: 10:30am to 12noon Children will explore how global warming and human action have affected our ocean and sea life and create a watercolour painting that depicts a cautionary story of the sea. Ages 5 to 7. Details: $8 per child. www.noosa.qld.gov.au /whats-on-nrg
Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook.com/sunshineplaza July 2 to 6 and July 9 to 13
FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITY STALL Where: Kawana Shoppingworld When: 10am to 3pm daily Visit this FREE School Holiday Activity for a range of crafts to keep the kids entertained these school holidays. Details: Free. www.kawanashoppingworld.com.au, www.facebook.com/KawanaShoppingworld, 5444 1944.
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Sunshine Coast July 2 & 9 (Wednesdays)
July 3
Where: Sunshine Castle, 292-296 David Low Way, Bli Bli
Where: Coolum Library, 6 Park St, Coolum Beach
Learn how to shoot the Medieval longbow (rubber-tip arrows) under the guidance of Sir Justyn. Bring closedtoe shoes and a hat. Supervising adults compulsory.
Get crafty after Dragon storytime and create your own dragon. Under 8’s.
ARCHERY AT THE CASTLE
Details: Details: $6 per “go”, $5 per “go” with purchase of Castle admission (children must be supervised by an adult). www.sunshinecastle.com July 3
CREATIVE COLLAGES - SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street When: 10am to 12noon Experiment with a variety of found sea objects to create textures using methods of printing and rubbing. Turn your experiments into a unique collage. Ages 5 to 7. Details: $8 per child. www.noosa.qld.gov.au /whats-on-nrg July 3
TEXTURES OF THE SEA - SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street When: 1:30pm to 3pm
HOW TO TAME YOUR DRAGON When: 2pm to 4pm
Details: Free. Bookings required. Ph: 1300 LIBRARY. www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au July 4 & 11 (Fridays)
SQUIRE SCHOOL
Where: Sunshine Castle, 292-296 David Low Way, Bli Bli When: Sessions are 1.5 hours at 10am / 12noon / 2pm Learn the skills and duties required of a squire, including chivalry, sword fighting, jousting and interactive tour of the Castle. Approx age: 7 to 12yrs. Bring closed-toe shoes and a hat. Supervising adults compulsory. Details: $25pp. www.sunshinecastle.com July 5
SLEEP UNDER THE SEA Where: Sea Life, Parkyn Pde, Mooloolaba Explore the depths of our new ocean walk through and see what our creatures and critters really get up to at night!
A stencil workshop combining found, textured objects to create a series of multi-coloured monoprints. Ages 8 to 12.
Details: $80 per person. Reservations essential: reservations@underwaterworld.com.au, 5458 6226. www.underwaterworld.com.au/experiences/sleepunder-the-sea
Details: $8 per child. www.noosa.qld.gov.au /whats-on-nrg
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July 3
Where: Bunnings Caloundra, 54 Caloundra Road
MINECRAFT IRL Where: Coolum Library, 6 Park St, Coolum Beach When: 10am to 11am Make creeper heads, diamone swords, or minecraft 3D paper engineering. Ages 7+.
ART CLASS WORKSHOPS When: 10am to 3pm Art workshop and face painting. Details: Free. 5490 5000. www.bunnings.com.au/ stores/qld/caloundra/fun-with-paint-workshops_ sa1035559
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KIDS CLUB Where: Caloundra Regional Gallery, 22 Omrah Ave When: 10am to 12noon
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Sunshine Coast
CHILL OUT IN THE WETLANDS When: 9am to 3pm
Free children’s art activities, based on the current exhibition, first Saturday of each month. Details: FREE event, no bookings required. Phone: 5420 8299. gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ sitePage.cfm?code=gallery-caloundra July 5
JUMPING CASTLE Where: Sunshine Plaza, Riverwalk Stage
Enjoy a day out on the Maroochy- Cruise on the Maroochy Eco Tours. Fish off the Boat; Walk & activities through the Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary; Farm tour and Pick Strawberries at McMartins Farm; and enjoy a kiddies icecream! Ages 6 plus. Details: $35p/child Accompanying Adult FREE! Bookings essential by visiting www.community. sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/events
When: 9am to 5:30pm Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook. com/sunshineplaza, 5443 4133
July 5 & 6
OPEN COCKPIT WEEKEND Where: Queensland Air Museum When: 9am to 4pm Put yourself in the pilot’s seat at the Open Cockpit Weekend. The cockpits of several aircraft are opened for public inspection, including the iconic F-111. Details: Adult $15, Child $8, Family $35 www.qam.com.au/ocw/ocw.htm. www.theeventscentre. com.au/items/queensland-air-musuem July 6
GAME MAKERS WORKSHOP Where: Bunnings Caloundra, 54 Caloundra Road When: 10am to 3pm Game makers workshop and face painting.
July 7
FACE OF SUNSHINE PLAZA - CATWALK CONFIDENCE WORKSHOPS Where: Sunshine Plaza When: 11am Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook.com/sunshineplaza, 5443 4133
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July 8
THE WIZARD OF OZ Where: Nambour Civic Centre When: 3:30pm
July 7 to 11
Where: Food Court, Noosa Civic Shopping Centre, 28 Eenie Creek Rd
Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz with this interactive show where live action comes together with 3D animation on screen, ideal for 2 to 8 year olds.
When: 11am and 1pm
Details: All Tickets: $19. www.scvenuesandevents.com.au
Come and see Nickleby the Magician and his side kick Circuit the Robot in this energetic live show.
July 8 & 10
Details: Free. www.noosacivicshopping.com.au
Where: Beerwah Library, 25 Peachester Rd
NICKLEBY THE MAGICIAN SHOW
ROBOGALS
When: Two sessions: 10am to 12noon & 2pm to 4pm Girls only! But boys are welcome too. Join UQ’s Robogals team to learn basic robotics. Ages 8+ only. Details: Free. Bookings essential. Ph: 1300 LIBRARY. www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au July 8 to 11
FACE OF SUNSHINE PLAZA - HEATS Where: Sunshine Plaza When: 11am Junior Heats, 1pm Senior Heats Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook. com/sunshineplaza, 5443 4133 July 9
FOOTPRINT JOURNEY - SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street When: 10:30am to 12noon Work in a group project designing a large imaginative map big enough to walk through! Ages 5 to 7. Details: $8 per child. www.noosa.qld.gov.au /whats-on-nrg July 7 to 11
July 9
Where: The Ginger Factory
Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street
When: 11am, daily
When: 1:30am to 3pm
Join Jungle George and help him find The Lost Secret of the Golden Ginger. Bring your boots and get ready for a rip roaring adventure full of mystery, fun and jungle hijinks.
Explore your own personal relationship with a place and illustrate a story of connection using a variety of materials. Ages 8 to 12.
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EARTHY CONNECTIONS - SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
Details: $8 per child. www.noosa.qld.gov.au /whats-on-nrg
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MAKING FAIRY HOUSES Where: Maleny Library, 5 Coral St July 10
When: 1pm to 2:30pm Join young artist and author Samara Welbourne to create your very own fairy or troll house. Ages 7+. Details: Free. Bookings essential. P: 1300 LIBRARY. www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
SEA LIFE RELIEF PAINTING - SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street When: 1:30pm to 3pm
July 9
JUMPIN AT THE J
Inspired by the textures and patterns of found sea objects, design your own composition and transfer onto a Styrofoam surface to create a printing plate.
Where: The J - Noosa Heads, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads
Details: $8 per child. www.noosa.qld.gov.au /whats-on-nrg
When: 3 sessions: 9am, 10am, 11am Bring the kids for some bouncy fun at The J Noosa! Five fabulous activities including a Sticky Wall and Dora & Diego Playland! Details: $10 Per Child / Per Hour. www.noosa.qld.gov. au/thej. www.facebook.com/thejnoosa July 9 & 10
NAIDOC WEEK CELEBRATIONS Where: July 9 -10am to 11:30am - Maleny Library, 5 Coral St July 9 - 2pm to 3pm - Kawana Library, 30 Nanyima St July 10 - 10am to 11am - Coolum Library, 6 Park St Come in to celebrate the launch of local author Gregg Dreise’s new children’s book, Silly birds. Gregg will also be telling traditional tales with the aid of his didgeridoo. Details: Free. Bookings required. Ph: 1300 LIBRARY. www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
July 12 & 13
NAIDOC WEEK WORKSHOP Where: Bunnings Caloundra, 54 Caloundra Road When: 10am to 3pm NAIDOC Week Workshop and face painting. Details: Free. 5490 5000. www.bunnings.com.au/ stores/qld/caloundra/fun-with-paint-workshops_ sa1035559 July 12
FACE OF SUNSHINE PLAZA - GRAND FINAL Where: Sunshine Plaza When: 11am Details: www.sunshineplaza.com, www.facebook. com/sunshineplaza, 5443 4133 July 12
DEEP BLUE - WHO ARE YOU Where: Nambour Civic Centre When: 7:30pm
July 10
POWERFUL PASTEL RESIST - SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP Where: Noosa Regional Gallery, 9 Pelican Street When: 10:30am to 12noon Inspired by sea imagery create a pastel drawing focussing on a variety of patterns and shapes. Turn the drawing into a colourful resist painting using watercolours.
A show that shuffles Radiohead, Corelli, Gotye and DeepBlue originals remixed with lush strings, big beats and rock ‘n’ roll. Bring your phones, iPads & tablets for a unique interactive experience. Details: Adult $48, Concession $38, Kids (under 17) $26, Family (2A + up to 4 kids (Under 17 years) $120. www.scvenuesandevents.com.au
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Show Time! July 2
CIRQUE MOTHER AFRICA The Arts Centre Gold Coast www.theartscentregc.com.au/whatson/whats-on-items/mother-africa July 4 to 12
PETER PAN
Spotlight Theatre www.spotlighttheatre.com.au July 10
THE WIZARD OF OZ The Arts Centre Gold Coast www.thewizardofozshow.com
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Free Holiday Workshop @ Ormeau
GOAT TRACK THEATRE are opening their NEW campus at Ormeau Community Centre for Term 3 offering drama classes for primary aged children. Classes are on a Wednesday for Prep-grade 4 from 3.30-4.30pm and Grade 5-7 from 4.45-5.45pm. We are offering everyone in the surrounding Ormeau area the opportunity to take part in a 2 HOUR FREE WORKSHOP on Friday 11th July from 10am-12pm. There are only limited spaces available and bookings are essential. Please contact GOAT TRACK THEATRE to secure your spot on 0435 099 541 or 5545 4421.
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Learn to Fly these School Holidays Get the kids out of the house this school holidays and join us at our fun-filled Aerial Playground Workshop, a high flying aerial and circus school that will teach them how to defy-gravity.
Aerial Playground Workshop
Wednesday July 3 and Thursday July 9 3.30pm – 5.30pm BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Over 2 hours, kids will learn the ropes from international instructors, covering aerial and circus school art forms including Acrobatics, Aerial Silk, Aerial Hoop, Hammock and Trapeze. Aerial Playground Workshops are perfect for boys & girls aged 6 to 16 where NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. To book online or find out more, visit www.industryaerialarts.com.au or call us on 0429 944 866. www.kidsonthecoast.com.au | www.kidsinthecitymagazine.com.au
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Markets Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday night
June 29 (Last Sunday of each month)
BEACHFRONT MARKETS
CAR BOOT SALE
Where: The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
Where: Quality Hotel/Lonestar Tavern car park, Cnr Markeri Street & Sunshine Blvd, Mermaid Waters
When: 5pm to 10pm If you’re looking for an unusual gift or one-off piece, the beachfront Night Markets are your one-stop-shop.
When: 5:30am to 10:30am
Details: www.surfersparadise.com
Free entry to the public to buy or browse the goods on display which may include household items, clothing, toys, books, collectibles and more.
June 28
Details: Free entry. www.mermaidbeachrotary.com.au
Where: Masthead Way, Sanctuary Cove
July 6
THE MUMMY TREE MARKETS When: 9am to 1pm
THE VILLAGE MARKET
This ‘Family Boutique’ market provides beautiful high quality, unique products and services which are not mass produced or easily found in shops.
When: 8am to 1pm
Details: www.themummytreemarkets.com.au
Where: Burleigh Heads State School Showcases up to 100 fashion, arts and creative stalls as well as live local music and delicious gourmet food. Details: www.thevillagemarketsgc.com.au
June 29
MONACO MARKETS
July 13
Where: 110 Monaco Street, Broadbeach Waters
THE MUMMY TREE MARKETS
When: 8am to noon
Where: Westfield Helensvale
Stalls offer premium products specialising in high end, new and preloved fashion, accessories, crafts, coffee and food.
When: 9am to 1pm
Details: www.monacomarkets.com
This ‘Family Boutique’ market provides beautiful high quality, unique products and services which are not mass produced or easily found in shops. Details: www.themummytreemarkets.com.au
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Regular Events Saturdays
DRAX4KIDS THE SHOW Where: Draculas, Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach When: Midday See live rock music, special effects, comedy, puppetry, dancing, interactive games, and an amazing aerial circus! Details: www.draculas.com.au/queensland/drax-4-kids
BUILD A BEAR WORKSHOP Where: Centro Surfers Paradise, corner Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Boulevard When: 9am to 7pm Monday to Wednesday, 9am to 9pm Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Select your animal, then, add a sound or even record a personalized message or heartbeat. The process continues at the stuffing machine where you add just the right amount of stuffing and then give your new furry friend a name on a Birth Certificate. Details: www.buildabear.com.au
Every Monday Night
KIDS EAT FREE (CHILDREN UNDER 12)* Where: Frenzy Food Court at Southport Sharks When: From 5.30pm Children 12 years and under eat for FREE with every full paying adult buffet purchased in Frenzy Food Court. Bookings essential. Details: *FREE with every full paying adult buffet purchase. www.southportsharks.com.au Every Sunday Night
JUNIOR SHARKS DANCE NIGHT Where: Southport Sharks
FIRE 4 HIRE Where: Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise
When: 6pm to 7.30pm
When: Day tours run for 45mins to 1 hour
Kids, have fun and join LOL Crew on the dance floor every Sunday from 6pm to 7:30pm
Take a joy ride on a fire truck from Surfers Paradise to the Spit where you will be experience the operation of a fully functional fire hose, and pose for photographs holding the nozzle wearing authentic fire helmets!
Details: FREE. www.southportsharks.com.au
Details: Adults $49, Child (14 and under) $35, Family $149. www.fire4hire.com.au
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Daily events June 28 to July 13
June 28 & 29
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
KID’S DAY OFF
If you are looking for fun and adventure on the school holidays then Gold Coast Parks have loads of action. Activities include: Craft and fun; Slacklining; Random days of fun; Rainbow tie dyeing; Kids fun in the park; Creative capers and more.
Where: Jack Evans Boat Harbour, Coral Street, Tweed Heads
Details: For a full program, check the website closer to the school holidays: www.gcparks.com.au
When: 28th - 10am to 8:30pm, 29th - 10am to 4pm Two days of dedicated fun for kids aged 5 to teens offering live entertainment, personal development stations, educational centres, fireworks finale, family picnic area, and most of all fun! Details: www.kingscliffevents.com.au/kids-day June 30 to July 4
THE AVENGERS SIDESHOW ALLEY Where: Outside Reading Cinemas, Harbour Town Gold Coast, Cnr Gold Coast Highway & Oxley Drive, Biggera Waters When: 11am & 1:30pm daily Be amazed by your favourite superheros Iron Man, Captain America and Thor as they test their endurance, strength and agility at the Avengers Sideshow Alley these School Holidays! Details: Free. www.harbourtowngoldcoast.com.au June 30 to July 4
MEET & GREET THE AVENGERS June 28
AUSTRALIAN ARMY BAND BRISBANE CONCERT Where: Robina Community Centre, 196 Robina Town Centre Drive, Robina When: 11:30am to 12:40pm Known as one of the finest military bands in Australia, see them perform for free at the Robina Community Centre!
Where: Outside Target Outlet, Harbour Town Gold Coast, Cnr Gold Coast Highway & Oxley Drive, Biggera Waters When: 12pm daily Assemble your little superheros outside Target Outlet to encounter your favourite caped comrade and masked men at the daily meet and greet. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Details: Free. www.harbourtowngoldcoast.com.au
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June 30 to July 5
ANGRY BIRDS INTERACTIVE ZONE Where: Opposite Kmart, Level 1, Australia Fair, 42 Marine Parade, Southport When: 11am to 2pm. ‘Red Bird’ Meet & Greet: 11:30am, 12:30pm & 1:30pm Experience the famous Angry Birds game like never before at our ultimate Angry Birds Zone. Plus meet the famous ‘Red Bird’! Details: Free. www.australiafair.com.au for more information. June 30 to July 6
LET’S DANCE COMPETITION Where: Westside under the Cinemas, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach When: 10am to 2:30pm daily. Enter Pacific Fair’s ‘Let’s Dance’ competition; be judged by Ben Veitch from Channel 10’s So You Think You Can Dance and Errol Cenita, owner of the Prince Academy and win a share of $2,000 cash. Details: www.pacificfair.com.au/lets-dance/registration
June 30 to July 11
INDOOR ICE SKATING Where: Centre Court (near Kmart), Tweed City, 54 Minjungbal Dr, Tweed Heads When: 10am to 3pm, daily Have a ball at Tweed City’s indoor synthetic ice rink. All equipment provided. Details: www.tweedcity.com.au July 3 to 6
COSMETICS PLUS LOOM BANDS WORKSHOP Where: Centre Court, Outside Myer, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach When: 10am to 2pm Join the fun at the Loom Band Workshop these school holidays. Details: Free. www.pacificfair.com.au/be-involved/ whats-on/events/cosmetics-plus-loom-bands-workshop July 5
GOLD COAST MARATHON - 2KM AND 4KM JUNIOR DASH June 30 to July 11
Where: Anzac Park, Southport, see website for race course.
Where: Queensland Theatre of Puppetry, Gerda Pinter Pavilion, Macintosh Island Park, Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise.
When: Arrival time 8:40am, Start time 9:40am
ALICE IN WONDERLAND
When: 9:30am and 11am, weekdays The Queensland Theatre of Puppetry (QTOP) is a nonprofit organization which has been entertaining children on the Gold Coast for almost 40 years.
Parents/guardians are not permitted to accompany children competing in the 4km Junior Dash. If you feel that your child needs to be accompanied then they should participate in the 2km Junior Dash (ages 5 to 10). Details: $25 early bird, $45 standard entry. www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au/races/junior-dash
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LOONEY TUNES SHOW Where: Centre Court, Outside Myer, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach When: Show 11am & 1pm, daily. Meet and greet 12noon. Join Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Tweety Bird and shake your tail feathers. Details: Free. www.pacificfair.com.au/be-involved/ whats-on/events/looney-tunes-show-workshop July 7 to 11
LOONEY TUNES WORKSHOP Where: Children’s Play Park, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach July 11 to 20
When: 11am to 2pm, daily Break out your creative side and decorate your very own sipper cup at the LOONEY TUNES Craft Village. Details: Free. www.pacificfair.com.au/be-involved/ whats-on/events/looney-tunes-show-workshop July 7 to 12
ELMO & COOKIE MONSTER LIVE ON STAGE! Where: Figtree Food Court Stage, Australia Fair, 42 Marine Parade, Southport
VIVA SURFERS PARADISE Where: Surfers Paradise Beach and Foreshore When: Various events and times, see website With entertainment, music activities and workshops for all to get involved, enjoy musical memories from the 50’s and 60’s at the Ultimate Elvis Festival. Details: www.surfersparadise.com/whats-on/familyfriendly-events/elvis-viva-surfers-paradise
When: 11am; Meet & Greet: 12noon & 1pm
July 12 & 13
Come and see everyone’s favourite Sesame Street characters Elmo and Cookie Monster live on stage! Plus you’ll have the chance to meet the characters after the show!
Where: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
AUSSIE GOLD INTERNATIONAL CHEER & DANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS When: Doors open 7:30am
Details: Free. www.australiafair.com.au for more information.
See hundreds of cheerleaders and dancers from all over the world in an amazing display of cheer, pom, jazz & hip hop performances.
July 11
Details: www.gccec.com.au/aussie-gold-internationalcheer.html
BLUE LIGHT DISCO Where: Gold Coast PCYC, 180 Monaco St, Broadbeach Waters When: 7pm to 9:30pm Your child will have a fun and safe evening with no pass out policy and a police supervised environment. Primary school age only. Details: Phone 5538 5201 or visit www.goldcoastpcyc. com/new/disco 46
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July 15
MY LITTLE PONY SHOW Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach When: 9:30am & 11:30am, Meet and Greet 10:30am, Pony Rides 9:30am to 12:30pm Kids will love joining in with all the excitement and laughter as they sing and dance along with Pinkie Pie as she prepares for the best tea party ever. After kids can ride a real life pony!
July 15
MEET OPTIMUS PRIME Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach When: 9:30am to 12:30pm Meet Optimus Prime and then gear up in the Transformers Craft Village by decorating your very own Autobot shield mask. Details: www.pacificfair.com.au
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Library events CHECK OUT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY! There will be pirates, fairies and elves, dragons, creepy craft, castles and knights and wizards at your local library these school holidays. www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/library/events-activities-66.html
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