SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2021
Summer EDITION
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IN THIS GUIDE
2 FOR $30 STUDENT RETURNS
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CHILDREN’S POTTERY CLASS
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Presented by SeaLink Queensland
Presented by The Hub Creative Space
CHRISTMAS AT THE BEACHES
Presented by North Townsville Community Hub
COME AND TRY GEOCACHING Presented by Geocaching Townsville
CONCERTINA CHRISTMAS TREES
Presented by Christmas in the City Workshop
CRAFTY CHRISTMAS CHARACTERS Presented by School Holiday Workshops
DODGE BALL COMPETITION
Presented by PCYC - Safer Communities
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FUN COMMUNICATION CLASSES PIMLICO
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FUN COMMUNICATION CLASSES NORTH WARD
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GEOCACHING
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Presented by speakeze
Presented by speakeze
Presented by Geocaching Townsville
KIDS' HOLIDAY CLUB - EGYPTIAN ADVENTURE
Presented by Willows Presbyterian Church
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LEARNING ABOUT TRADITIONAL ARTS FROM OCEANIA AND ASIA 11 Presented by Batuta Gallery
LITTLE LIFESAVERS
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MANDARIN & JAPANESE CLASSES
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MARTIAL ARTS TRYOUTS COURSE
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NINJA PARC
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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS PROGRAM
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SCHOOL SAVVY NQ POP UP
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SHED 3
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Presented by Surf Life Saving Queensland Presented by Lyrebird Language Centre
Presented by Choi Kwang Do Master Academy Presented by Ninja Parc Presented by Learn to Live Disability Services Presented by Centacare NQ
SPORTS RAFTING
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SPROUTING SUNFLOWERS AT YOLANDA
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STABLE AT RIVERWAY
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STAY AND PLAY IN THE PARK
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TAKING FLIGHT
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TWINKLING SNOWPEOPLE
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YOUTH WOODWORKING
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YOUTH ZONE
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Presented by Wildside Adventures
Presented by Yolanda General Store Presented by Stable on the Strand
Presented by Townsville CityLibraries Presented by Ongoing Activity Space Presented by Carols by Candlelight Workshop Presented by Life Skills Queensland Presented by PCYC - Safer Communities
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 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.
GUIDE LEGEND E
Early Childhood (0-5yrs)
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Primary School (5-12yrs)
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Youth (12-18yrs)
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All ages
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 advises all content is correct at time of printing. All information is subject to change without notice. Please contact the businesses directly for further information.
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NORTHERN BEACHES
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2 FOR $30 STUDENT RETURNS Y PRESENTED BY SEALINK QUEENSLAND
Two students travel for the low price of $30! That’s a 30% saving! Travel to Magnetic Island these school holidays, bring your friend and you both will SAVE with this great deal! WHEN
11 DEC 2021 - 23 JAN 2022 6.30am - 10pm
WHERE Breakwater Terminal, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville City
CHILDREN’S POTTERY CLASS P
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PRESENTED BY THE HUB CREATIVE SPACE Fiona Banner will teach you how to use paper clay to create a castle sculpture that will be fired and ready to collect two weeks after the workshop. Participants will attend both days to complete artwork.
WHEN 4 - 5 JAN 2022 9am - 11.30am
WHERE
CHRISTMAS AT THE BEACHES E
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Christmas At The Beaches tour visits Balgal Beach, Saunders Beach and finishes with a Community Christmas Party at Bushy Beach. Featuring our signature nature crafts, recycled art projects, drumming fun and a day out enjoying our beautiful Northern Beaches. Book now!
WHEN 13 & 15 DEC 2021
16 DEC 2021
12, 19 & 21 JAN 2022
9.30am - 12.30pm
4pm - 7pm
10am - 12pm
COST $15 per person
COST
BOOKINGS
$75 per person
Not required
BOOKINGS
COST FREE
Required
BOOKINGS
travel1@sealink.com.au sealinkqld.com.au
0409 096 720 flipastretch@bigpond.com
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PRESENTED BY NORTH TOWNSVILLE COMMUNITY HUB
16 Casey Street, Aitkenvale
4726 0800
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WHERE
Northern Beaches - various locations
Required
4751 6511 admin@notch.org.au notch.org.au
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COME AND TRY GEOCACHING E
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PRESENTED BY GEOCACHING TOWNSVILLE
Come along to a beginners geocaching session to learn the basics of the game and to go on your first hunt with experienced local players as your guide.
WHEN 18 DEC
10am - 11am WHERE
Sheriff Park 43–45 Love Lane, Mundingburra
COST FREE
BOOKINGS Not required 0428 582 184 eatsleepcache@gmail.com
CRAFTY CHRISTMAS CHARACTERS A
PRESENTED BY SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
Join the family festive fun at Pinnacles Gallery. Using the materials provided, create your own craft Christmas character to hang on your tree. Materials are limited and children must be accompanied by a parent of guardian. COVID safe restrictions do apply. Spots are limited.
WHEN 14 DEC - 17 DEC 2021 10am - 12pm
WHERE
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre 20 Village Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
COST FREE
BOOKINGS Not required
4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
DODGE BALL COMPETITION P
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PRESENTED BY PCYC - SAFER COMMUNITIES
Safer Communities offers youth activities at local PCYC Clubs.
PCYC offers a weekly dodgeball competition over the Christmas holidays for young people aged 8-17 years. Prizes and BBQ lunch provided. Fully supervised, no pass outs.
WHEN 14 & 21 DEC 2021
11 & 18 JAN 2022
9.30am - 11.30am
9.30am - 11.30am
WHERE 113 Wellington Street, Aitkenvale
COST FREE
BOOKINGS Required 0448 978 500 kristina.burr@pcyc.org.au
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THE STRAND WATERPARK
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FREE ENTRY
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
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EVERY 3RD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH WONDER PARK Friday 17 December 7pm, Riverway Oval
MISSING LINK Friday 21 January 7pm, Riverway Oval
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FUN COMMUNICATION CLASSES P
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PRESENTED BY SPEAKEZE
This is a fun communication class. Students begin activities in groups and then with confidence move into solo speaking experiences. In a relaxed environment, students learn the tricks and tips of good public speaking. This class is great preparation for high school.
WHEN 18 - 19 JAN 2022 9am - 3pm
WHERE 55-57 Fulham Road, Pimlico
COST $49
BOOKINGS Required 4701 1483 jknumber55@gmail.com www.speakeze.com.au
FUN COMMUNICATION CLASSES P PRESENTED BY SPEAKEZE
These are fun communication classes. This class is 90% practical. Firstly students engage in team activities which lead to the micro-skills of public speaking and strong delivery. This class is excellent preparation for high school.
WHEN 11 & 13 JAN 2022 9am - 3pm
WHERE
GEOCACHING E
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PRESENTED BY GEOCACHING TOWNSVILLE
Join the Geocaching Townsville Facebook group or download the Geocaching app to learn more.
WHEN 10 DEC 2021 - 27 JAN 2022 24/7 WHERE Townsville
COST FREE
COST
BOOKINGS
BOOKINGS Required 4701 1483 info@speakeze.com.au www.speakeze.com.au
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Using a GPS device, geocaching is a modern-day take on treasure hunting.
6/20 Eyre Street, North Ward $49
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Not required 0428 582 184 eatsleepcache@gmail.com
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KIDS' HOLIDAY CLUB EGYPTIAN ADVENTURE P PRESENTED BY WILLOWS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Journey into Egypt with our Egyptian themed Kids' Holiday Club. Some of the activities include games, Bible stories, craft, songs, morning tea, drama, small groups and lots of fun!
WHEN 11 - 13 JAN 2022 9am - 12pm
WHERE 26 Carthew Street, Thuringowa Central
LEARNING ABOUT TRADITIONAL ARTS FROM OCEANIA AND ASIA P
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PRESENTED BY BATUTA GALLERY Batuta Gallery is a commercial gallery displaying objects of traditional art from Asia, Oceania and the Middle East that cannot otherwise be seen locally. Viewing the gallery is an educational experience for all ages.
WHEN 10 DEC 2021 - 27 JAN 2022 9.30am - 1.30pm
WHERE
COST
The Arcade, Esplanade
FREE
Picnic Bay, Magnetic Island
BOOKINGS
COST
Required 4723 1232 church@willows.org.au willows.org.au/events
FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 0468 424 709 batutagallery@fastmail.com.au
LITTLE LIFESAVERS P PRESENTED BY SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND
Little Lifesavers is a program where highly skilled lifesavers introduce children to board paddling, wading, dolphin diving, beach sprints, flags, rescue techniques, patient care and CPR. All participants receive and activity book, water bottle and wet bag.
WHEN 16 - 17 DEC 2021 8am - 12pm
WHERE Alma Bay, Magnetic Island
COST Starting from $150
BOOKINGS Required 4766 2213 jroberts@lifesaving.com.au lifesaving.com.au/courses-and-programs/ community-programs/little-lifesavers
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MANDARIN & JAPANESE CLASSES P
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PRESENTED BY LYREBIRD LANGUAGE CENTRE Lyrebird Language Centre is the top raked Japanese & Mandarin School on Google Review in Brisbane. We also have Townsville high school students learning Japanese & Mandarin with us online. Join our Japanese & Mandarin introduction classes for fun.
WHEN 16 JAN 2022 9am - 10am, 10am - 11am, 11am - 12noon WHERE
Flinders Street Library, Level 1 Northtown 280 Flinders Street, Townsville City
MARTIAL ARTS TRYOUTS COURSE E
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PRESENTED BY CHOI KWANG DO MASTER ACADEMY
Martial arts try out includes 2-3 sessions, a uniform & a special holidays training extension offer. This is a great activity to help keep the kids from going stir crazy these Christmas holidays. Children will come away more focused, disciplined and confident.
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NINJA PARC P
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PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC
Swing, jump and climb your way through Ninja Parc! Available for kids of all ages, and adults, book today to take on the Ninja Parc fully air-conditioned indoor obstacle course and its 20+ obstacles.
WHEN 13 -27 DEC 2021 11 DEC 2021 - 23 JAN 2022 10am - 5pm Weekdays
10 - 21 DEC 2021
10 - 27 JAN 2022
WHERE
9.30am - 7pm
9.30am - 7pm
18 Black Hawk Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
WHERE
COST
Choi Kwang Do Building, 741 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa Central
$15-$30 per person
FREE
BOOKINGS
COST
Required
COST
Required 0404 647 135 admin@languagetuor.com.au languagetutor.com.au/holiday-japanesemandarin-introduction-classes-in-townsville/
9am - 3pm Weekends
$50 per person
BOOKINGS Required 0481 749 607 info@ckdmac.com.au calendly.com/ckdmac/30-minute-meet
BOOKINGS 0427 139 762 townsville@ninjaparc.com.au ninjaparctownsville.rezdy. com/305404/casual-play
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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS PROGRAM P PRESENTED BY LEARN TO LIVE DISABILITY SERVICES
Learn to Live is a new disability support service that is running a school holidays program. This is for kids aged 7-16 years old. Go to Learn to Live's Facebook page for more information.
WHEN 13 DEC 2021 - 21 JAN 2022 8am - 4pm WHERE Ignatius Park College, Edmund Rice Hall 384 Ross River Road, Cranbrook
COST $54
BOOKINGS Required
SCHOOL SAVVY NQ POP UP P
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PRESENTED BY CENTACARE NQ
School Savvy NQ is a Centacare NQ initiative, which supports access to school uniforms and school supplies for children in families struggling financially or wanting to purchase pre-loved uniforms at an affordable price. Find us on facebook @SchoolSavvyNQ
WHEN 10 DEC 2021 - 21 JAN 2022 10am - 2pm WHERE 410 Ross River Road, Cranbrook
COST $1-$5
BOOKINGS Not required
0468 590 612
1300 672 273
sarah@learntolive.com.au
hplace@centacarenq.org.au
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SHED 3 E
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ACTIVITIES
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CIRCUS - BALANCE & SPIN
SONG CREATION AT STUDIO KODO
UPCYCLED SEWING
CIRCUS - JUGGLING & MANIPULATION
IT’S AN ARTY XMAS
DREAM CATCHERS
SPIN & ACRO
VISION BOARD
CIRCUS - TUMBLING & TRAMPOLINING
TIE DYE
Various amounts
UPCYCLED ART
CLAY CREATIONS
BOOKINGS
CIRCUS - INTRO TO AERIALS
JEWELLERY MAKING
Required
DIGITAL MUSIC 101
MOSAICS
BEESWAX WRAPS & BEE MOTELS
SHED 3 OPEN DAY
13 - 17 DEC 2021
10 - 14 & 17 - 22 JAN 2022
Various times between 8.30am - 7pm WHERE Shed 3, 15 Oonoonba Road, Idalia
COST
0466 644 740 info@email.com.au shed3.com.au
9AM - 12PM
DECEMBER 2021
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M O N DAY
8.30AM - 12.30PM
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T U E S DAY 14
WED NES DAY 15
T HUR S DAY 16
FR I DAY
SAT UR DAY
S U N DAY
FR I DAY
SAT UR DAY
S U N DAY
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9.30AM - 12.30PM 1PM - 5PM 5.30PM - 7PM
JANUARY 2022 M O N DAY
T U E S DAY
WED NES DAY
8.30AM - 12.30PM
T HUR S DAY 10
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12
17
18
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9.30AM - 12.30PM 1PM - 5PM 5.30PM - 7PM 8.30AM - 12.30PM
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9.30AM - 12.30PM 1PM - 5PM 5.30PM - 7PM 8.30AM - 12.30PM 9.30AM - 12.30PM 1PM - 5PM 5.30PM - 7PM
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SPORTS RAFTING A PRESENTED BY WILDSIDE ADVENTURES
Take a paddle on the wild side in your own self-steered Sports Raft. An unforgettable experience of fun, adrenaline and laughter awaits as you navigate through grade 2 and 3 rapids of the stunning Tully River, fringed by the oldest rainforests in the world.
WHEN 10 DEC 2021 - 27 JAN 2022 9am - 4pm
WHERE
Tully River, Tully gorge camping and day use area
COST $129 pp half day $189pp full day
BOOKINGS Required 0432 477 689 wildside.adventures@gmail.com www.wildsideadventures.com.au/
SPROUTING SUNFLOWERS AT YOLANDA E
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PRESENTED BY YOLANDA GENERAL STORE
Bring the kids down this school holidays to plant their very own take-home sunflower. All whilst you relax with a cake and coffee!
WHEN 10 DEC 2021 - 27 JAN 2022 8.30am - 2pm WHERE 2/56 Yolanda Drive, Annandale
COST FREE
BOOKINGS Not required 0429 903 185 Hello@yolandageneralstore.com.au
STABLE AT RIVERWAY P
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PRESENTED BY STABLE ON THE STRAND
Stable on the Strand is moving to Riverway! Immerse yourself in the Christmas story & see it come alive! Activities for kids, youth events and food trucks. At 8pm watch cultural dance, music and carols on the main stage.
WHEN 18 - 22 DEC 2021 6pm - 9.30pm WHERE Riverway, Townsville
COST FREE
BOOKINGS Not Required 0411 756 273 admin@stableonthestrand.com.au
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STAY AND PLAY IN THE PARK E PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Collect a Christmas Messy Play Take Home Pack and stay and play in the park with other families. Mystery bags of children’s picture books will be available to borrow. Bring your own picnic blanket, hat, sunscreen, water bottle and snack.
WHEN 13 DEC 2021
8.30am - 11am WHERE Wadda Mooli Park, Elliot Springs
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au
TAKING FLIGHT
TWINKLING SNOWPEOPLE
PRESENTED BY ONGOING ACTIVITY SPACE Be
PRESENTED BY CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT WORKSHOP
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part of the art in our Taking Flight wings! Use the materials provided in this ongoing workshop at Pinnacles Gallery, and create a feather or dragon scale to add to the wings. Once your feather or scale has been added, make sure to get a photo in the Taking Flight wings! All materials are provided on a first come, first serve basis. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. COVID safe implementations are in place including COVID sign in and capacity restrictions.
WHEN 7 DEC - 17 DEC 2021 During Gallery opening hours
WHERE
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre 20 Village Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
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Join Townsville City Galleries at Carols by Candlelight, and create your very own Twinkling Snowpeople! With all materials provided, and Gallery staff to assist, you’re sure to have a fabulous festive time at this creative workshop! All materials are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. COVID safe implementations are in place including COVID sign in and capacity restrictions. Attendance is also on a first-come, first-serve
WHEN 12 DEC 2021 From 5pm
WHERE
Carols by Candlelight, Riverway
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
Not required 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
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LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND YOUTH WOODWORKING P
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PRESENTED BY LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND
The workshop is designed to give kids a taste of woodworking, while maintaining a high level of safety. We start with a small safety module, followed by a hands-on practical learning where the kids actively participate in building the project.
WHEN 18 DEC 2021 9am - 12pm WHERE 8 Horwood Street, Currajong
COST $50
BOOKINGS Required 0421 184 418 sales@lifeskillsqueensland.com.au www.lifeskillsqueensland.com.au/ group-workshops
YOUTH ZONE Y PRESENTED BY PCYC SAFER COMMUNITIES
Upper Ross PCYC has activated the Youth Zone within the club on Wednesday afternoons during school terms & holidays. Come inside and enjoy the air conditioning, table tennis, Xbox, music & afternoon tea.
WHEN 15 & 22 DEC 2021
12 & 19 JAN 2022
3pm - 6pm
3pm - 6pm
WHERE 43 Allambie Lane, Rasmussen
COST FREE
BOOKINGS Not required 0448 978 500 kristina.burr@pcyc.org.au
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RIVERWAY, PINNACLES GALLERY
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13 48 10 townsville.qld.gov.au