winter EDITION
SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2023 winter EDITION
Every third Friday of the month at Riverway Oval
What's On Townsville
WELCOME TO YOUR ACTION PACKED GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING DURING THE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.
With so many low-cost and no-cost activities on offer, Townsville’s youth won’t have a moment to spare.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Townsville City Council has endeavoured to include activities 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.
Townsville City Council acknowledges the Wulgurukaba of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenun, Bindal, Gugu Badhun and Nywaigi as the Traditional Owners of this land. We pay our respects to their cultures, their ancestors and their Elders – past and present – and all future generations.
ANDERSON GARDENS CONSERVATORY
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
The Anderson Gardens Conservatory is open every Tuesday from 7:30am to 2:30pm and provides a free, all ages, all abilities experience. Explore the wide range of flora on display including pitcher plants, bromeliads, caladiums, orchids, flowering annuals and much more.
WHEN 20 JUN , 27 JUN, 4 JUL
7:30am - 2:30pm
WHERE Anderson Botanical Gardens, Mundingburra
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required
GEL BLASTING FUN
P Y
PRESENTED BY FUN SHOT FUN
Welcome to Fun Shot Fun school holiday activities.
WHAT’S IN IT...
2 hours of fun
Gel-Blaster, unlimited gels and safety eye-wear provided Different game modes
Supervised games
BOOK NOW
Limited blaster hire! Minimum age 10yrs.
WHEN
22 JUN - 7 JUL
12 noon - 2pm
WHERE 3/16 High Range Drive, Thuringowa
COST
$35 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0439 807 328
sonny2744@gmail.com
funshotfun.com.au
STAY AND PLAY AT TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
E P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Explore, get curious, play and read at your local library branch. Giant jigsaws, duplo, costumes, STEAM activities and much more! Come in and discover what’s new and exciting at your local library branch – Flinders Street, Aitkenvale and Riverway.
WHEN 24 JUN - 9 JUL
9am - 5pm
WHERE All library branches
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
libraryexperiences@townsville.qld.gov.au
CHOI KWANG DO
PRESENTED BY THE CHOI KWANG DO MASTER ACADEMY
Free martial art classes for 1 week.
WHEN 24 JUN - 8 JUL 9:30am - 7pm
WHERE 2/743 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa Central COST FREE BOOKINGS
Please call to book 0481 749 607
info@choikwang-do.com.au
FESTIVAL OF THE WIND
PRESENTED BY PUFT EVENTS
We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Festival of the Wind to the beautiful shores of Pallarenda thanks to Reef Recycling! Giant kites, rides, food trucks, games, giveaways and live entertainment!
WHEN 24 JUN 11am - 8pm
WHERE Robertson Park, Pallarenda COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 0416 125 808
thekernshow@gmail.com
MESSY PLAY IN THE PARK
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Unleash the mess! Increase your child’s confidence and develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative farm themed Messy Play. There will be a coffee cart and face painting on site too.
WHEN 26 JUN 9am - 11am
WHERE Victoria Park, Tully Street, South Townsville COST FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
SAVE $10 ON GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS TO CIRCUS WONDERLAND – A NEVERLAND ADVENTURE
WHEN BOOKING ONLINE USE PROMO CODE WONDERLAND
TO RECEIVE $10 OFF GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS
Valid for Circus Wonderland – A Neverland Adventure sessions between 28th June – 9th July 2023, Townsville
Must be purchased online through www.wonderlandspiegeltent.com.au
Not valid with any other offer
WOODWORKING FOR KIDS
E P Y
PRESENTED BY LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND
A variety of workshops for all ages and abilities. The workshops are designed to give people a taste of woodworking, while maintaining a high level of safety. No experience required. Fun and practical projects.
Wheelchair friendly activity. Parental/guardian supervision required for children under the age of 10. Enclosed shoes required.
POTTERY FOR EVERYONE
P Y
PRESENTED BY STELLA CREATIVE POTTERY CLASSES
Presented by Stella's Creative Pottery Classes, entertainment, learning basic skills of pottery and fun for all.
No wheelchair access at location.
WHEN
CASUAL PLAY
E P Y A
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Swing, Play, Jump & Climb!
Available for all abilities & ages 3+, a Casual Play Pass gives you one-hour of total access to the ninja indoor obstacle course and its 20+ obstacles.
Bookings not necessary – but recommended!
WHEN
WHERE Cleveland Terrace, North Ward
WHERE 8 Horwood Street, Currajong
COST
$79 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0421 184 418
sales@lifeskillsqueensland.com.au
lifeskillsqueensland.com.au/groupworkshops
COST
$25 per person (includes clay and first firing)
BOOKINGS
Please call to book 0499 077 510
stella.thompson-wheway@hotmail.com
WHERE 18 Blackhawk Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
COST
$19.95 per person
BOOKINGS
Not required 0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
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PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Three-hours of fully-supervised fun! Our program is designed to get kids engaged in physical activity and learn new skills! Everyone gets food and a free gift!
Drop your kids off, or sit back and relax at our on-site cafe.
WHEN 26 - 30 JUN, 3 - 7 JUL
2 - 5pm WHERE 18 Blackhawk Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
COST
$55 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
ninjaparc.com.au/school-holiday-program
HALF DAY CAMP
P Y
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Spend 4 fun filled hours in the gym. Consists of structured lessons, games, free play and craft. Participants may not be able to do all activities.
WHEN 27 & 30 JUN, 4 & 7 JUL
8:30am - 12:30pm
WHERE
11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
$35 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required.
0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/splash
MESSY PLAY ON THE ISLAND
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PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Unleash the mess and join us for a special Messy Play session on Magnetic Island! Increase your child’s confidence and develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative Messy Play.
WHEN 27 JUN
9 - 11am
WHERE Alma Bay Park, Magnetic Island
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
CREATE ‘N’ GROW A
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Get inspiration from the themes in the exhibition on display at Pinnacles Gallery and join in the school holiday workshops. Participants will decorate a plant pot which will come with seeds to grow at home!
WHEN
27 - 30 JUN
10am - 12 noon
WHERE Pinnacles Gallery, 20 Village Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
EPIC ENERGY ENCOUNTERS
E P
PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND
Continuing the celebration of World Science Festival Queensland, visit the museum for electrifying school holiday fun that will spark curiosity & ignite young minds! Big Bang Education presents an energy-themed extravaganza, featuring captivating science shows and workshops.
WHEN
27 JUN - 1 JUL
10am - 3pm
WHERE 70-102 Flinders Street, Townsville City
COST
$12 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4726 0600
info.mtq@qm.qld.gov.au
museum.qld.gov.au/museum-oftropical-queensland/whats-on/epicenergy-encounters
HEAT CRICKET TOWNSVILLE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY QUEENSLAND CRICKET INC
Two amazing sessions for boys and girls aged 5-11 years old. Cricket skills all while having fun with Queensland Cricket coaches. Kids also receive a Blast pack and sausage sizzle lunch!
WHEN 28 JUN 9am - 3pm
WHERE 96 Murray Lyons Crescent, Annandale
COST
$50 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0466 795 648
antony.stewart@qldcricket.com.au
playhq.com
RECYCLED MAKERS AND CREATORS MINI MARKET
PRESENTED BY ZANNAG CREATIVE
Live demonstrations/presentations, mini workshops, eco tie dying, eco clay sculpting, and many more.
Donation point for:
Glass jars and metal lids
Clean soft plastic packaging
Plastic bottles and jars with lids
Paper for shredding
No public use toilets
WHEN 28 JUN 11am - 2pm
WHERE Heatley Community Center Cnr Fulham Rd and Lindeman Avenue
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 0487 189 394
zgudge@hotmail.com
BOUNCE - TRAMPOLINE & TUMBLING
P Y
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Bounce uses our in-ground tumble tramp and Olympic trampolines. It is an introductory program to trampoline and tumbling.
WHEN
29 JUN, 6 JUL
10 - 11am
WHERE
11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
$15 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/splash
GYMSKILLS
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Gymskills - A fun hour of cartwheels, handstands and forward rolls.
Some activities will require further assistance.
WHEN 29 JUN 6 JUL 11:30am - 12:30pm 11:30am - 12:30pm
WHERE 11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
COST
$15 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au
app.iclasspro.com/portal/momentum/splash
YOGA RESET & SOUND IMMERSION Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
Youth RESET Yoga is a morning body, breath and mind RESET session on the Picnic Bay Surf Lifesaving Club Headland accompanied by rhythmic & relaxing soundscapes by King Konz School of Music. No experience necessary.
Sunday’s session will be sensory reduced.
WHEN 30 JUN - 2 JUL 8 - 9am
WHERE
The Surf Lifesaving Club Headland, The Strand
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required 13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/yoga-withsound-immersion-g
FROM PAGE TO STAGE: INTRODUCTION TO MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
Introduction to Musical Theatre is designed for 12-25 year olds who have a passion for music and performance, and are interested in exploring the world of musical theatre. No experience necessary.
WHEN 30 JUN
9:30 - 10:30am
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/from-page-tostage-introduction-to-musical-theatre-g
MOVE LIKE ME DANCE WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
Dancers will draw in techniques from Belly Dance, Timba (Cuban Street Styles), Afro Cuban Movement and street styles while gaining a heightened awareness of breath, connection, body movement and emotion. No experience necessary.
WHEN 30 JUN
11am - 12 noon
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/move-like-medance-workshop-g
LEGS ON THE WALL PHYSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP
SONG WRITING AND MUSIC PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
This will be an opportunity to learn, explore and have fun with Australia’s leading physical theatre company. No experience necessary. Working with a range of elements, movement, choreography and script to dive into the realm of the imagination and the power of physical storytelling.
WHEN 30 JUN 1 JUL 12:30 - 1:30pm 9:30 - 10:30am
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/legs-on-the-wallphysical-theatre-g
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
Get to know popular recording artist Lil Mase!
Using music, song-writing and voice recording equipment, participants will be encouraged to provide input toward developing their own song, recording it and taking it home on a CD/USB. No experience necessary.
WHEN 30 JUN 2 - 4pm
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/connect-sharesong-writing-and-music-productionworkshop-pg
NORTH AUSTRALIAN FESTIVAL OF ARTS
23 JUNE – 9 JULY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH CULTURAL IMMERSION PERFORMANCE Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
Youth Dancers representing multiple cultural dance groups from the Townsville region will deliver an interactive cultural performance including elements of poetry, dance, theatre and music.
WHEN 30 JUN 5 - 7pm
WHERE
Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/youth-culturalimmersion-performance-g
360 ALLSTARS – WORKSHOP 1: BMX FLATLANDING
360 ALLSTARS – WORKSHOP 2: BASKETBALL FREESTYLING
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
CIVIC THEATRE
Receive a step-by-step masterclass on how to execute BMX tricks from an international champion rider. This fun, physical and hands on workshops is a fantastic opportunity for BMX riders to learn from one of the world’s best flatlanders.
WHEN 1 JUL
10 - 11am
WHERE 41 Boundary Street, Townsville
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
(07) 4727 9797
ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au
bit.ly/3OziTtC
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
CIVIC THEATRE
A fun, yet challenging workshop, local basketballers will be taught tricks from one of the world’s top basketball freestylers. Restricted 8+ years old. All attendees to bring their own basketball, water, and a hat. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
WHEN 1 JUL
10 - 11am
WHERE 41 Boundary Street, Townsville
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required (07) 4727 9797
ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au
bit.ly/3BX0yis
Saturday 1 July 2023
360 ALLSTARS – WORKSHOP 3: CIRCUS
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
CIVIC THEATRE
This workshop gives attendees a wonderful insight into the circus world, led by an internationally renowned touring artist. All attendees to bring their own water. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
WHEN 1 JUL 10 - 11am
WHERE 41 Boundary Street, Townsville
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required (07) 4727 9797
ticketshop@townsville.qld.gov.au
bit.ly/3q1HZaa
TOWNSVILLE ANNUAL SHELL SHOW
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE SHELL CLUB
This is a great introduction to the amazing world of the variety and beauty of the natural world. Age-appropriate and fun learning experiences are provided for all visitors. Young visitors get a free bag of shells. The displays are on tables so very small children will need to be lifted up to see. Wheelchair friendly.
WHEN 1 JUL 2 JUL 10am - 4pm 9am - 2pm
WHERE Orchid Society Hall, 385 Charles Street, Kirwan
COST
$2 entry fee
BOOKINGS
Not required
0417 107 585
jnw_48@yahoo.com.au
ACT IT OUT - EXPLORING ACTING TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE YOUTH COUNCIL
A workshop exploring a variety of drama techniques used to build performances. Participants just need a willingness to try new things and have fun.
WHEN 1 JUL 11 - 12 noon
WHERE
Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST
FREE
BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/act-it-out--exploringacting-techniques-g
MAKE A MOVE CONTEMPORARY DANCE WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
The workshop includes a warm-up followed by participants performing dance choreography. Participants will be guided by the workshop leaders and filmed at the end to view their work No experience necessary.
WHEN 1 JUL 12:30pm - 1:30pm
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/make-a-movecontemporary-dance-workshop-g
BEATBOXING AND VOCAL PERCUSSION WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
This session will include a vocal and physical warm up, introduction to beatboxing and how a vocal percussion line is created, learn a few riffs and get up close and personal with the mic. No experience necessary.
WHEN 1 JUL 2 - 3pm
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/beatboxing-andvocal-percussion-workshop-g
BODY PERCUSSION WORKSHOP
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
This workshop covers fundamentals of body percussion, including techniques, rhythms, and styles. The session will involve interactive group activities, and participants will learn how to use their body as an instrument to create complex rhythms and beats. No experience necessary.
WHEN 1 JUL 3:30 - 4:30pm
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/bodypercussion-workshop-g
STELLA’S CREATIVE POTTERY Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
Stella’s Creative Pottery Workshop lets young people have fun and enjoy creating their own pottery pieces with expert guidance and support from Stella. No experience necessary. This is a sensory reduced workshop.
WHEN 2 JUL 9:30 - 10:30m
WHERE
Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/stellas-creativepottery-g
SCREEN PRINTING WORKSHOP Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
YOUTH COUNCIL
Participants will learn basic screenprinting techniques and create their own tote bags or artworks on paper.
This is a sensory reduced workshop.
WHEN 2 JUL 11am - 12 noon
WHERE Pinocchi’s Palace, Strand Park COST FREE BOOKINGS
Bookings required
13 48 10
youth@townsville.qld.gov.au
nafa-tsv.com.au/tickets/screen-printingworkshop-g
NAIDOC WEEK CHILDREN’S WORKSHOPS A
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
This school holidays, Townsville City Galleries have partnered with Big Eye Arts and Cultural Centre to deliver some exciting NAIDOC Week workshops at Perfume Gardens. These workshops will be run by local First Nations artists.
WHEN 4 - 6 JUL
10am - 12 noon
WHERE Perfume Garden Park, Cnr Stokes and Walker Street, Townsville
COST FREE BOOKINGS
Not required
(07) 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
SONGTIME IN THE PARK
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join us for a morning of talking, reading, singing and playing in the park. Join in on the NAIDOC Week songs and stories from 9.30-10am. Bring your picnic blanket, hat, sunscreen, water bottle and snack.
WHEN 6 JUL 8:30 - 11am
WHERE Wadda Mooli Park, Elliot Springs Boulevard, Julago
COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Not required (07) 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
FUN COMMUNICATION CLASS
PRESENTED BY SPEAKEZE
“That’s the most engaging learning experience I’ve ever seen Grade 4 to 6 students participate in”, Aminah Mai, Gr 5 teacher at Blackheath College. Students play fun communication games and learn the art of speech structure and delivery FUN!
WHEN
6 JUL 10am - 3pm
WHERE
55-57 Fulham Road, Pimlico High School
COST
$49 per person
BOOKINGS
Bookings required 0447 011 483
jknumber55@gmail.com
speakeze.com.au
JUNIOR LANDCARE WINTER PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY COASTAL DRY TROPICS LANDCARE INC
We have another jam-packed session ready these school holidays with activities to get every young landcarer involved in learning about the joys of nature, being outdoors and helping to build the biodiversity in their own backyard!
WHEN 9 JUL 8 - 11am
WHERE Coastal Dry Tropics Landcare Inc, 56 Cape Pallarenda Road, Rowes Bay,
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 0404 101 095
juniorlandcare@cdtli.org.au