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SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2020 SUMMER EDITION
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WELCOME TO YOUR ACTION PACKED GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING DURING THE SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. With so many low-cost and no-cost activities on offer, Townsville’s youth won’t have a moment to spare.
Townsville City Council has endeavoured to include a number of activities during the school holidays that assist in the inclusion of children with disabilities or additional needs, young people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. These activities aim to remove barriers and provide social opportunities for all children, with the purpose of building capacity and inclusion within the Townsville community. All events are drug and alcohol free. Activities are FREE unless otherwise specified. All event information has been provided by event/activity providers and Townsville City Council is not responsible for any error in the information received from those providers.
GUIDE LEGEND E Early Childhood (0-5yrs) P Primary School (5-12yrs) Y Youth (12-18yrs) A All ages
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IN THIS GUIDE
BECOME A LIBRARY MEMBER
Presented by CityLibraries Townsville
SKYPE WITH SANTA
Presented by Townsville City Council
SANTA PHOTOGRAPHY
Presented by Stockland Townsville
MARTIAL ARTS HOLIDAY PASS
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Presented by Townsville City Galleries
SUMMER READING CLUB
Presented by the State Library of Queensland
CAROLS @ HOME
Presented by Townsville City Council
CRAFTY CHRISTMAS COSTUMES Presented by Townsville City Galleries
PIRATE TRAIL
Presented by Maritime Museum of Townsville
SHIPWRECK TRAIL
Presented by Maritime Museum of Townsville
NINJA PARC
Presented by Ninja Parc Townsville
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Presented by Life Skills Queensland
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Presented by The Choi Kwang Do Master Academy
TOWNSVILLE TREASURE HUNT
KIDS WOODWORKING
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INFLATABLE KINGDOM TOWNSVILLE
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Presented by Sk8way Townsville
TCC STREET ART TRAIL - AUGMENTED REALITY EDITION
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Presented by Stockland Townsville
CHRISTMAS AT THE BEACHES
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Presented by North Townsville Community Hub
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LETTERS TO SANTA
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Presented by Forensii
STABLE ON THE STREETS
MAKE CITYLIBRARIES YOUR SUMMER SOMETHING
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Presented by Townsville CityLibraries
ROVING RANGERS
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Presented by Billabong Sanctuary
Presented by Townsville Dance and Cheerleading
SPEAKEZE FUN 15
Presented by Townsville City Council
YOUNG FORENSIC INVESTIGATORS
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Presented by Little Dreamers Australia
CHEERLEADING 19
Presented by Stockland Townsville
GIANT WATER HUNT
YOUNG CARER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
Presented by Stable on the Strand
Presented by Townsville City Galleries
SANTA’S WORKSHOP
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Presented by Tennis Townsville
Presented by Inflatable Kingdom Townsville
ROLLER SKATING
SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINIC
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Presented by Speakeze
SPORT IS BACK!
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Presented by Townsville City Council
VOUCHERS
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SANTA PHOTOGRAPHY E
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PRESENTED BY STOCKLAND TOWNSVILLE
Capture the Christmas magic and get your photo taken with Santa!
WHEN 21 November - 24 December 10am - 5:30pm WHERE Stockland Shopping Centre 310 - 330 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale COST Prices vary between $20 - $50, see website for more details BOOKINGS Required (07) 4779 6033 townsville@stockland.com.au stockland.com.au/shopping-centres/centres/ stockland-townsville/offers-and-events/events/ christmas/2020-santa-photos
MARTIAL ARTS HOLIDAY PASS E
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PRESENTED BY THE CHOI KWANG DO MASTER ACADEMY
Come join in at your local martial art school! You get your own uniform, up to 2 personal training sessions to get you started and then unlimited classes between 10 - 23 December! Learn martial arts and self defence, and take part in personal training, improving your fitness, co-ordination, balance and have fun!
WHEN 10, 15, 17, 22 & 23 Dec; 19, 21, 26 & 28 Jan: 9:30am - 8:30pm 11 & 18 Dec; 22, 29 & 30 Jan: 9:30am - 6pm 14 & 21 Dec; 18 Jan: 9:30am - 7pm 16 Dec; 20 & 27 Jan: 9:30am - 8pm WHERE 741 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa Central COST $50 BOOKINGS Required 0481 749 607 info@ckdmac.com.au choikwang-do.com.au
TOWNSVILLE TREASURE HUNT P
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Grab a map from the Gallery and go on the Townsville Treasure Hunt around the city centre! Drop your completed answer sheet into the treasure chest at the Gallery to go into the draw to win some arty prizes!
WHEN 10 December - 22 January Tues - Fri: 10am - 3pm Sundays: 10am - 1pm WHERE Townsville Inner City COST FREE BOOKINGS Not required (07) 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
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AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY AND ONLINE 1 DEC – 31 JAN Fun challenges and tales of wonder to discover Join now summerreadingclub.slq.qld.gov.au
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ONE NIGHT, ONE CITY, MANY SCREENS SUNDAY 6 DECEMBER 2020, 6:30PM WATCH townsville.qld.gov.au/christmastogether LISTEN Triple M Townsville 102.3 FM In partnership with:
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CRAFTY CHRISTMAS COSTUMES E
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES Looking for a fun and festive activity to do at home with your kids? Deck the halls with your very own hand made Cheerful Christmas Creature! Galleries will be offering FREE take home packs for this Christmas activity during December.
WHEN From 10 December, while supplies last Tues - Fri: 10am - 3pm Sundays: 10am - 1pm WHERE Perc Tucker Regional Gallery COST FREE BOOKINGS Not required (07) 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
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PIRATE TRAIL A
PRESENTED BY MARITIME MUSEUM OF TOWNSVILLE
Take the self-guided Pirate Trail tour when you visit the museum. Peek inside a treasure chest, see models of pirate ships and learn all about the life of a pirate. Watch out for the skull and crossbone icons throughout the museum and see how many pirate clues you can find! When you’ve finished the trail be sure to take all your collected clues to the front desk to claim your booty! Free onsite parking.
WHEN From 10 December throughout school holidays - per museum opening hours. WHERE 42-68 Palmer Street, South Townsville COST Kids: $5 Adult: $8 Concession $5 Family Pass of 4: $10 BOOKINGS Not required 0432 368 163 info@tmml.org.au tmml.org.au
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SHIPWRECK TRAIL A
PRESENTED BY MARITIME MUSEUM OF TOWNSVILLE
Come and follow the Shipwreck Trail at the Maritime Museum of Townsville. All you have to do is grab a handout at the front desk upon arrival and use the photos and clues provided to locate models and artefacts from famous shipwrecks like Yongala and Titanic throughout your journey inside the museum!
WHEN From 10 December throughout school holidays - per museum opening hours.
NINJA PARC P
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PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Swing, jump and climb your way through Ninja Parc with a casual play pass. Available for kids and adults of all ages, a 1 hour casual play pass can be purchased 7 days a week.
WHEN From 10 December throughout the entire school holidays - Mon to Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat and Sun 9am to 3pm WHERE 18 Blackhawk Blvd Thuringowa Central
WHERE 42-68 Palmer Street, South Townsville
COST $20
COST Kids: $5 Adult: $8 Concession $5 Family Pass of 4: $10
BOOKINGS Required
BOOKINGS Not required 0432 368 163 info@tmml.org.au tmml.org.au
0427 139 762 townsville@ninjparc.com.au ninjaparc.com.au/casual-play-townsville
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KIDS WOODWORKING P
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PRESENTED BY LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND
Kids Woodworking workshops are designed for boys and girls aged 6 and over. The workshops are designed to give kids a taste of woodworking and using tools, while maintaining a high level of safety.
WHEN 12 December 9am - 11:30am; 1 - 3pm 19 December 9am - 11:30am WHERE Unit 5, 36-40 Ingham Road, West End COST $50 BOOKINGS Required 0421 184 418 sales@lifeskillsqueensland.com.au
lifeskillsqueensland.com.au/group-workshops
INFLATABLE KINGDOM TOWNSVILLE A
PRESENTED BY INFLATABLE KINGDOM TOWNSVILLE
Come and try out the jumping castle obstacle course in airconditioned comfort and have fun! Recommended for all ages. Kids 5yrs and under to be supervised at all times. Don’t forget your socks! Please check our website for further details.
WHEN 12 December: 1 - 4pm 13, 14, 16 & 18 December: 9am - 12noon WHERE Unit 3/72-88 Hervey Range Road, Thuringowa Central COST Under 5yrs: $12 | 6yrs+: $18 BOOKINGS Not required (07) 4755 4422 dutymgr@sk8way.com.au sk8way.com.au
ROLLER SKATING A
PRESENTED BY SK8WAY TOWNSVILLE
Get the kids out of the house these holidays and bring them down to try roller skating at Sk8way Townsville. Skate hire available, no experience necessary.
WHEN 12 & 19 December: 10am - 12noon 13 & 20 December: 1 - 4pm 14, 15, 16 & 17 December: 1 - 3pm 18 December: 1 - 3pm; 6:30 - 9:30pm WHERE Unit 3/72-88 Hervey Range Road, Thuringowa Central COST Entry $14 + Skate hire $4 BOOKINGS Not required (07) 4755 4422 dutymgr@sk8way.com.au sk8way.com.au
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Use the QR code to download the
augmented reality app
Want to see a teaser?
Turn the page to watch the artwork come to life!
Find the TCC Street Art Trail event in the app Hit the Launch AR button in the app to get started!
Record the animation and share it using the app!
Tag #townsvilleshines. Make sure your settings enable sharing.
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ALL HOURS Transmission 2020
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SANTA’S WORKSHOP E
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PRESENTED BY STOCKLAND TOWNSVILLE
While you check off your Christmas list, we’ll keep the kids entertained with Christmas themed arts and crafts activities!
WHEN 12 - 19 December Per the centre’s trading hours WHERE Stockland Shopping Centre 310 - 330 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale COST $10 per child BOOKINGS Required (07) 4779 6033 townsville@stockland.com.au stockland.com.au/townsville
CHRISTMAS AT THE BEACHES A
PRESENTED BY NORTH TOWNSVILLE COMMUNITY HUB INC
Notch is going on tour! Meet us in your neighbourhood for a fun, free family event. We’ll bring the Christmas craft, sausage sizzle, icy poles & games. You bring your Christmas cheer, togs and a picnic rug. See you there!
WHEN 14, 15 & 16 December: 9:30 - 11:30am 18 December: 6 - 8pm WHERE Various - Northern Beaches COST FREE BOOKINGS Required 0747 516 511 admin@notch.org.au North Townsville Community Hub Facebook group
LETTERS TO SANTA E
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PRESENTED BY STOCKLAND TOWNSVILLE Santa is really coming to town! Pen a letter to Santa, pop it in Santa’s mailbox at Stockland Townsville and Santa will reply to you with a personalised note!
WHEN Until 24 December Per the centre’s trading hours WHERE Stockland Shopping Centre 310 - 330 Ross River Road, Aitkenvale COST FREE BOOKINGS Not required (07) 4779 6033 townsville@stockland.com.au stockland.com.au/townsville
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Join us for the launch! 14 December 2020, 8 – 10am Water Smart Garden, Anderson Gardens
What’s On Townsville
WANT A SNEAK PEEK? 1. Scan the QR Code with your smartphone camera to download the app 2. Hold your smartphone camera in front of the tree 3. Watch the tree come to life on your smartphone! eyejackapp.link/tcc-giant-water-hunt Proudly funded by the Queensland Government.
Bring artwork to life through your smartphone!
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YOUNG FORENSIC INVESTIGATORS Y
PRESENTED BY FORENSII
Explore this 1-day online course taught by leading forensic psychologists. Learn about how witnesses and suspects are questioned in criminal investigations and conduct your own forensic interviews using the case materials provided.
WHEN 15 & 17 December; 12, 14, 19 & 21 January 10am - 12:30pm WHERE Online COST $50 BOOKINGS Required 0468 608 958 smoston@forensii.com forensii.com/courses
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TENNIS HOLIDAY CLINIC E
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PRESENTED BY TENNIS TOWNSVILLE
A great way to fill the holidays with exercise and fun! Our clinics are suitable for children of all ages (4-16 years) and all abilities. For the older kids, a match play setting will be accommodated. Head to Tennis Townsville for more information.
WHEN 15, 16 & 17 December 4 - 6pm WHERE 20 Bourke St, North Ward COST Single: $80 For 2: $150 Family pass: $205 BOOKINGS Required 0407 186 153 tennis@tennistownsville.org tennistownsville.org/junior/school-holiday-clinics
YOUNG CARER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM P
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PRESENTED BY LITTLE DREAMERS AUSTRALIA Join Little Dreamers for this Young Carer event. Run away with the circus for a day. You’ll become a circus performer in no time learning juggling and drumming and how to make a dream catcher - the perfect Christmas gift! Our holiday program provides Young Carers and their siblings with a break from their caring role and a chance to make friends while they enjoy a fun day out!
WHEN 16 December 10am - 4pm WHERE Shed 3, 15 Oonoonba Road, Idalia COST Funded through the Carer Gateway participant must be a registered Young Carer to participate. Contact Alex below to register! BOOKINGS Required 0491 769 847 alex@littledreamersonline.com formstack.io/0814C
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STABLE ON THE STREETS A
PRESENTED BY STABLE ON THE STRAND
This year, Stable on The Strand will be transformed into Stable on the Streets - a fun and fresh COVIDsafe concept that encourages you and the family to jump in the car and drive by Christmas displays right across the city. For more details, please visit the website below.
WHEN 18 - 22 December 6 - 9pm WHERE Across Townsville COST FREE BOOKINGS Not required 0411 756 273 admin@stableonthestrand.com.au stableonthestrand.com.au
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ROVING RANGERS P
PRESENTED BY BILLABONG SANCTUARY
Stop by the Billabong Sanctuary these school holidays and get a photo with the Roving Rangers and their animal pals! The rangers will be roving with reptiles such as pythons, lizards and crocodiles; birds like tawny frogmouths, eclectus parrots and young pademelons!
WHEN 26 - 31 December & 1 - 4 January: 10:30am - 12:30pm WHERE Billabong Sanctuary, 11 Country Rd, Nome QLD 4816 COST Kids: $26 Adults: $39 Concession: $36 Family Pass: $115 BOOKINGS Not required (07) 4778 8344 rangers@billabongsanctuary.com.au billabongsanctuary.com.au/purchase-tickets
CHEERLEADING E
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE DANCE AND CHEERLEADING
Cheerleading is a fun, energetic team sport! It is a combination of stunting, tumbling, jumping, dancing and so much more. With a new competition mat, tumble equipment and strength and conditioning gear, the kids will have so much fun these school holidays learning how to cheer! This activity is for children with special needs.
WHEN Every Tuesday and Thursday from 5 January until School Holidays finish. 9 - 10am (5 - 12 years) 4 - 5pm (12 - 18 years) WHERE 3B/60 Keane Street (The Bee Hive) COST $15 BOOKINGS Required 0413 745 016 townsvillecheer@gmail.com townsvilledanceandcheerleading.com
SPEAKEZE FUN P
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PRESENTED BY SPEAKEZE
Speakeze offers fun communication coaching to 4 age groups. This is an engaging environment where students learn the tricks and tips of diverse speaking. Guaranteed improved selfconfidence & self-esteem. Micro skill certificate & digital copy of speech at conclusion.
WHEN 18 - 21 January 10am - 4pm WHERE Pimlico State High School, 55-77 Fulham Rd, Pimlico COST $39 BOOKINGS Required 0447 011 483 info@speakeze.com.au speakeze.com.au
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