SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2024/25
December - January Edition
TO WHAT’S HAPPENING
DURING THE DECEMBER – JANUARY 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 to attend 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, present and all future generations.
E Early Childhood (0–5 years)
P Primary School (5–12 years)
Y Youth (12–18 years)
A All ages
Image credit:
Kenny Pittock, Bubble O’Bill from 100 Ice-creams, 2023 Painted ceramic.
Collection Bendigo Art Gallery, purchased with support from the Heather Williams Trust, 2023.
Image courtesy the artist, MARS Gallery and Olsen Gallery.
3 0 N O V E M B E R 2 024 – 9 MARCH 2025
P E R C T U C K E R R E GIONAL GALLERY
An exhibition especially for kids about all things yucky, yummy and everything in between!
What’s On Townsville Y u c ky
WHAT’S ON IN TOWNSVILLE this Festive Season this Festive Season
Sunday 8 December
Riverway Oval Gates 4pm
Main show 6.30pm
Local Performers
1 RAR Band
Visit from Santa Art and Craft Workshops Food Trucks
1 – 31 December
No need to use the meter or the Townsville Parking app in 2P zones, but time restrictions still apply! 2P City Parking City Parking
Tuesday 31 December
The Strand Riverway MagneticPrecinct Island
Celebrate the New Year in Townsville!
What’s On Townsville
HOLIDAY PASSES – GO KARTING
CHRISTMAS POSTCARDS
PRESENTED BY PITSTOP KARTING
Experience the ultimate adrenalin rush these school holidays and grab your holiday pass at Pitstop Karting to have some fun! You will get a Pitstop Karting licence, 3 x 10-minute Sessions, Pitstop Karting lanyard and a small drink.
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Join the Townsville City Galleries team at Carols by Candlelight and colour in a personalised Christmas postcard. Write on the back and add an address, then post it to a loved one for free in our on-site post box!
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY - SUNDAY (EXCLUDING
10am – late
10am – 6pm 10am – 8pm
7 Caldwell Street, Garbutt
No bookings required. 07 4401 5045
contact@pitstopkarting.com.au
Celebrate Christmas together at Carols by Candlelight. Grab your friends and family and enjoy all the fun at Carols by Candlelight. A lineup not to be missed – including the 1 RAR band accompanied by the Townsville Choral Society Choir, local performers PLUS a special visit from Santa! There will be food stalls, arts and craft workshops, roving entertainment and much more.
8.30pm
Thuringowa Central
No bookings required.
4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
Oval, Thuringowa Central
No bookings required. 13 48 10
enquiries@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
FREE CHRISTMAS CRAFT
E P
PRESENTED BY
WILLOWS SHOPPING CENTRE
Enjoy free Christmas activities at the magical Mrs Claus’ Kitchen! Decorate a gingerbread house, personalise a Christmas card and more.
WHEN 9 – 22 DEC 10am – 2pm
WHERE
Willows Shopping Centre, Thuringowa Central
CODE CRACKERS –
SANTA’S TOYSHOP
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
EDUCATION CENTRE
Join our Code Crackers Santa Workshop! In this engaging 3-hour STEM activity, kids will unravel festive ciphers, decode holiday puzzles and create their own secret Santa messages. Perfect for young detectives and puzzle lovers. Don’t miss the festive fun!
WHEN 12 DEC 9am – 12pm
FREE
BOOKINGS
No bookings required.
0476 130 672
Fab.Gedoun@cbre.com
8 Keane Street, Currajong
Bookings required. 0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
FESTIVE SNOW SCIENCE
P Y
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Join us for a fun-filled day from 9am to 3pm! Explore snow chemistry and polymers during the snowball catapult challenge, enjoy Christmas-themed crafts, free play time, and a lively dance session with Alex. Reserve your spot today!
WHEN 13 DEC 9am – 3pm WHERE 8 Keane Street, Currajong COST $60
BOOKINGS
Bookings required. 0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
MOUNT LOUISA
CHRISTMAS FAIR
PRESENTED BY HAYLEY PENDER
Over 60 market stalls, meet Santa, Show n Shine, free jumping castle and face painting, hot food, cold drinks, Melville’s Farm and live music.
DESIGN YOUR OWN APPAREL FOR FREE
PRESENTED BY DESIGN WORKS APPAREL
Design your very own custom shirts with our free online design tool. It’s suitable for all ages and you only need wifi, then you can design until your heart’s content. See our website for T&Cs.
GEL-BLASTING FUN P Y
PRESENTED BY FUN SHOT FUN
Gel-blasting fun for everyone. Play capture the flag, respawn, last man standing, plus many more. We have two sessions a day, seven days a week. Fun Shot Fun, where the fun begins.
High Vista Park, Mount Louisa
3/16 High Range Drive, Thuringowa Central
No bookings required.
0403 181 043 hayleypender92@gmail.com
No bookings required. 0439 807 328 tsvfunshotfun@gmail.com
CASUAL PLAY
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC
TOWNSVILLE
Swing, play and climb these holidays with our casual play passes! We recommend booking online to avoid disappointment, but we do accept walk-ins. Fun for the whole family! Public Holiday hours may vary. WHEN
DROP AND SHOP
PRESENTED
BY
NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Need to get Christmas shopping done without the kids? Drop and Shop is here. Drop the kids off for a supervised play with our experienced Ninja Rangers and they won’t notice the time go by! Food and gift for all.
Discount code: EARLYBIRD
CONCERTINA CHRISTMAS TREES – TAKE HOME PACKS
PRESENTED
BY
TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Collect a free, take-home activity pack and get crafty this festive season! Follow the how-to guide provided and make your very own concertina Christmas tree. WHEN 14 – 24
10am – 6pm 9am – 3pm
18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central
Bookings required.
0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
ninjaparctownsville.rezdy.com
Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central
Bookings required. 0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au ninjaparctownsville.rezdy.com
During gallery opening hours
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville City & Pinnacles Gallery, Thuringowa Central
No bookings required. 07 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
BY
NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Get the kids moving and learning new skills while having fun fully supervised by one of our Ninja Rangers. Available all weekdays (excluding public holidays). Everyone gets food and a gift! Drop them off or chill out in our cafe onsite.
Discount code: EARLYBIRD
ANYTHING IS POPSICLE WITH KENNY PITTOCK A PRESENTED
BY
TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Visit the Anything Is Popsicle activity space by Kenny Pittock at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery as part of the Yucky Yum Yum exhibition. Design your own ice cream, dress up as a chef and play in the ice cream van!
COLOURING PAPER CERAMICS
PRESENTED
BY
TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Visit Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and collect a free, cut-out ceramic! Gain inspiration from the exhibition on display and draw your design onto the paper ceramic. Then assemble your paper pieces to create a 3D structure!
During gallery opening hours
Bookings required. 0427 139 762
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
townsville@ninjaparc.com.au
No
required. 07 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville City
No bookings required. 07 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
FUN FOOD DRAWING WITH KENNY PITTOCK
TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Learn how to draw ice creams that look good enough to eat with exhibiting artist Kenny Pittock at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery! Draw, colour and shade some yummy and yucky ice cream flavours! Bookings essential.
WHEN
14 – 17 JAN
10 – 11am & 11.30am – 12.30pm
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville City
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PASSPORT
LUXURY SLUMBER PARTIES
GALLERIES
Visit Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and Pinnacles Gallery to collect your FREE School Holiday Passport! Travel around Townsville and participate in the free community art workshops, activities and exhibitions to earn a stamp in your passport at each location. WHEN 14 DEC – 27 JAN
During gallery opening hours
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville City
SLEEPOVERS TOWNSVILLE
Craft unforgettable experiences with stylish sleepovers. We specialise in creating dreamy, customised sleepovers for any occasion.
WHEN 14 DEC – 27 JAN
Various times
Bookings required. 07 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
No bookings required. 07 4727 9011
galleries@Townsville.qld.gov.au
$50 per person BOOKINGS
Bookings required. 0447 802 755 tsvsleepover@gmail.com tinytentcomau.wordpress.com
HALF DAY CAMP
P Y
PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
A super fun three hours of bouncing, jumping, swinging, rolling, hanging and climbing! Half day camps are a combination of trampolining and tumbling, using all the apparatus we have to offer. Please pack a snack and bring a water bottle. WHEN
UNPLUGGED GAMERS A
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join us for Unplugged Gamers, where strategy, creativity and fun collide. From board games to robotics, puzzles to board games, experience gaming in a whole new way. No screens, just hands-on adventures in the library.
CARTOONING WORKSHOPS
P Y
PRESENTED BY CARTOON KINGDOM
We are coming back to Townsville for our annual Art & Cartooning Games program to be held once again in Garbutt. All art materials provided.
Book four Long Day Care sessions, selecting Monday to Thursday only and receive the Friday for free.
16 – 18 DEC 19 DEC 20
*No Aitkenvale session on 20 Jan
11 / 547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Citylibraries Flinders Street
Citylibraries Riverway
Bookings required. 0427 079 703
info@momentumgymnastics.com.au momentumgymnastics.com.au
No bookings required. 07 4773 8811 library@townsville.qld.gov.au
8am – 6pm 8am – 9pm 8am – 6pm WHERE 42 Lancaster Street, Garbutt
COST From $30 BOOKINGS
Bookings required. 02 9343 0833 bookings@cartoonkingdom.com.au illustrating-man.com.au
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
FREE MARTIAL ART CLASS
PRESENTED BY
CHOICES NORTH QUEENSLAND
Please join Choices North Queensland for our school holiday program. We support NDIS participants in reaching their goals and offer a range of activities over the Christmas and New Year period.
WHEN
16 & 31 DEC 2 & 24 JAN
9am – 4pm 9am – 4pm
PRESENTED BY
CHOI KWANG DO MASTER ACADEMY
A free martial art class at the Choi Kwang Do Master Academy at Martial Arts on Riverway. Fun, fitness and self-defence. WHEN 16 – 19 DEC 13 – 18 JAN
CHRISTMAS BAUBLES
PRESENTED
BY
QUEENSLAND MUSEUM TROPICS
Christmas Baubles are back! Purchase your ticket to the new Insect Agency exhibition to take part and craft a bauble inspired by the diversity of shapes, colours and patterns of the insect world this December. Available while stocks last.
WHEN 16 – 21 DEC 9.30am – 1pm
38 Canterbury Road, Kirwan
Unit 2/ 743 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa Central
Bookings required.
0402 165 668
kristyleebatkin@live.com.au
choicesnq.com.au
Bookings required.
SMS day, date & time 0481 749 607 0481 749 607 info@ckdmac.com.au
WHERE 70-102 Flinders Street, Townsville City
Included with Insect Agency Admission
BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 4726 0633
info.mtq@qm.qld.gov.au museum.qld.gov.au/tropics
CRAFTY CREATIONS
2032
BY POWERLINK
School holiday activities guaranteed to educate and entertain. Make your own wind turbine or build a transmission tower. Take a ride in a helicopter for a line inspection and discover what role you could play in the country’s energy transformation.
BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Get creative these holidays with Crafty Creations. From Christmas craft to sand art, weaving and designing your own library bag, every week brings something new. Join one session or come to them all, endless fun and take-home treasures await.
WHEN
Urban Corner, 71 Stanley Street, Townsville City
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Citylibraries Flinders Street
Citylibraries Riverway
ANDERSON GARDENS CONSERVATORY
A 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, ant plants, bonsai, orchids, flowering annuals and much more.
17, 24 & 31 DEC 7, 14 & 21 JAN 7.30am – 2.30pm 7.30am – 2.30pm
Anderson Botanical Gardens, Mundingburra
No bookings required. 07 4796 5459 copperstringexperience@powerlink.com.au
No bookings required. 07 4727 9666 library@townsville.qld.gov.au
No bookings required. 13 48 10 enquiries@townsville.qld.gov.au
Collect your FREE HOLIDAY PASSPORT!
Take part in the free workshops, activities, and exhibitions and collect stamps to fill up your passport! Available at
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
Pinnacles Gallery
Citylibraries Riverway and Flinders Street
Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts
Queensland Museum Tropics
Fantastic arty prizes up for grabs* *T&Cs apply.
What’s On Townsville
PENGUIN RESCUE CHALLENGE
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Explore Arctic habitats and penguin adaptations while creating a structure using insulating materials to keep penguins warm. Unleash your creativity in this hands-on STEM adventure. Sign up today for a day of fun and learning!
GINGERBREAD ENGINEERING CHALLENGE
PLAY2LEARN
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Join our Gingerbread Engineering Challenge! In this hands-on 3-hour STEM activity, kids will design and build creative gingerbread structures while exploring concepts of engineering and stability. Perfect for aspiring architects and sweet-toothed builders. Don’t miss the delicious fun!
PRESENTED BY 54 REASONS
Play2Learn is a safe, non-judgemental entry point for you and your children, aged 0 to 5, that provides you with a dedicated place to focus on your child’s learning each week without experiencing any life interruptions. All families are welcome.
8 Keane Street, Currajong
8 Keane Street, Currajong
Bookings required. 0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
Bookings required. 0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
No bookings required. 0422 233 501 nqoffice@54reasons.org.au
GINGERBREAD GALLERIES
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Join us at Pinnacles Gallery and get in the festive spirit by making some Gingerbread Galleries! Use the materials provided to add icing effects and details to your paper Christmas creations.
WHEN
17 – 20 DEC
10am – 12noon
WHERE
Pinnacles Gallery, Thuringowa Central
FAIRFIELD CENTRAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT WORKSHOPS
PRESENTED BY LANCINI PROPERTY GROUP
Fairfield Central’s Christmas Craft Workshops are back! Let your kids unleash their creativity in our free craft workshops, where they’ll make a variety of festive Christmas crafts.
WHEN 17 – 21 DEC
9.30am – 2.30pm WHERE
Fairfield Central, Idalia
FIRST NATIONS CRAFT AND YARN – FAMILY SESSION A
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Come along and join our First Nations Craft and Yarn - Family Session, a yarning circle focussed on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in our community. All members of the community are welcome to participate and yarn.
WHEN 18 DEC & 8 JAN
10am – 12noon
WHERE
Von Steiglitz Meeting Room, Citylibraries Riverway
No bookings required.
07 4727 9011
galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au
No bookings required.
07 3002 1823
socialmedia@lancinigroup.com.au
No bookings required.
07 4773 8811
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
DROP IN AND BUILD
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Build, create and explore at Drop in and Build. From magnetic blocks to bamboo towers and floor puzzles, dive into a world of hands-on construction fun.
MOVIE MATINEE – EMBRACE P Y
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Embrace Kids is an uplifting documentary that shares stories from young people and public figures. The film covers crucial topics such as body image and bullying. It’s aimed at children aged 9 – 14 years, but is also engaging for adolescents and parents.
HAPPY CAT HOLIDAY PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY
RSPCA
18 DEC (Aitkenvale and Flinders Street only)
9.30 – 11.30am & 1.30 – 3.30pm
8 JAN (Flinders Street only)
9.30 – 11.30am & 1.30 – 3.30pm
9.30 – 11.30am & 1.30 – 3.30pm
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Citylibraries Flinders Street
Citylibraries Riverway
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Come and join us for our Happy Cat Day! Meet and care for our cats that are looking for their new forever homes. Take some time to appreciate their soft fur, gentle purrs, and adorable antics. Meow!
No bookings required. 07 4773 8811 library@townsville.qld.gov.au
Bookings required. 07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
1/3 Woodman Ct, West End
Bookings required.
0448 135 856
abigail.robinson@rspcaqld.org.au
eventbrite.com.au/e/summer-holidays-happycat-day-tickets-1041515469807
THE STABLE AT RIVERWAY 2024
PRESENTED
BY
THE STABLE NQ
The Stable is a much-loved free Christmas festival, recreating Bethlehem with actors, animals and authentic sets. Heaps of interactive activities, fabulous entertainment, cultural night, Christmas markets, JC Action extreme sports, a puppet show, side-show alley, face-painting, aerialist, train rides and much more!
RECYCLED REINVENTIONS
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Test your creativity to reinvent new and exciting things from recycled materials. Participants can make a range of reinventions, such as paper planes, cardboard wings, newspaper origami and even a trashion show. Join one session or come to them all!
ONE-TO-ONE SESSIONS FOR YOUTH
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
CITYLIBRARIES
Need a hand? Our one-to-one support sessions are here for youth aged 12 – 17 years. Whether it’s building research skills, submitting a CV or creating a study plan, we’ll guide you through the steps. Get personalised help and tackle tasks with confidence.
Riverway Precinct, Thuringowa Central
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Citylibraries Flinders Street
Citylibraries Riverway
No bookings required.
0410 112 920
admin@stablenq.com.au
No bookings required. 07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
Bookings required. 07 4727 9666
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
NEW YEAR’S EVE
ART AND FLY WORKSHOP
P Y
CITY COUNCIL
Townsville will be buzzing with excitement on New Year’s Eve as we say goodbye to 2024, and hello to 2025! Council’s celebrations will be held in three locations: The Strand, Riverway and Magnetic Island. This year there will be multiple chances to catch the fireworks with Riverway and The Strand hosting a familyfriendly display at 8pm and The Strand and Magnetic Island also hosting a midnight display.
PRESENTED BY ELEVATE STUDIOS NQ
Swing into creativity! Join our unique two-hour kids’ workshop where hammock play meets art-making. Children will transform their movement experiences into their own special artwork. A perfect blend of active fun, artistic expression and energetic games.
KIDS BUNGEE FUN
P Y
PRESENTED BY ELEVATE STUDIOS NQ
Bounce into excitement with this thrilling two-hour session. Children aged 6 – 18 years will experience the exhilaration of bungee fun. Safely harnessed to special bungee cords, kids will learn to defy gravity, and play games that seem straight out of a superhero movie.
868 890
aerialyogatownsville@gmail.com trybooking.com/CWUHF
Bookings required. 0418 868 890
aerialyogatownsville@gmail.com trybooking.com/CWUGA
INTRO TO AERIAL HAMMOCK WORKSHOP
P Y
PRESENTED BY ELEVATE STUDIOS NQ
Swing into adventure these school holidays with our exciting two-hour aerial hammock workshop! Perfect for energetic kids aged 6 – 16 years. Let them twist, flip and soar while playing fun games like hammock hungry hippos and floor is lava. Book today!
WEAVING NATURE, MAGIC AND HISTORY – WRITING
WORKSHOP WITH DR HELEN EDWARDS P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Learn how to develop a story setting that weaves nature, magic and history together. You will go through a series of writing exercises to learn how to build a world filled with nature, animals and more to build their world.
SEEKING STORIES, CRAFTING CHARACTERS
–
WRITING
WORKSHOP WITH DR HELEN EDWARDS P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Learn different ways of seeking story ideas; how anything can start a story; noticing story sparks; the importance of character development, backstory, and voice; using your senses in writing; taking dialogue and making it real and using your experiences.
679 Flinders Street, Townsville City
7 & 8 JAN 1 – 3pm
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Bookings required. 0418 868 890
aerialyogatownsville@gmail.com
trybooking.com/CWUGF
Bookings required. 07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
Aitkenvale
Bookings required. 07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
AND LEADERSHIP
BUSH SURVIVAL SCIENCE
INSECT ZOO
TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
Unlock your potential to make a difference with our Activism and Leadership Course! Learn advocacy skills, critical thinking and creative campaign design through engaging sessions. Led by expert Monica Carrer, PhD. $60 per session or $135 for the whole course.
TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
In this engaging three-hour activity, learn essential survival skills, including water filtration, fire safety and exploring local flora and fauna. Experience hands-on activities that connect science and nature. Reserve your spot for an unforgettable adventure!
MUSEUM TROPICS
Celebrating all things six legged! Phasmids, katydids, native burrowing cockroaches and more. These amazing creatures are vital for our ecosystems! Come see them live at our Insect Zoo at the Museum with a ticket purchase to the new exhibition Insect Agency.
Keane Street, Currajong
Bookings required. 0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
Bookings required.
895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
Flinders Street, Townsville City
Included with Insect Agency Admission
No bookings required. 4726 0633 info.mtq@qm.qld.gov.au museum.qld.gov.au/tropics
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MOVIE MATINEE
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Sit back, relax and enjoy a movie in the heart of the library! Join us for Movie Matinee where kids can unwind, watch a children’s film and socialise in a fun, comfy setting. Bring friends or make new ones. WHEN 9, 16 & 23 JAN
1.30 – 3.30pm
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
Bookings required. 07 4727 8310
library@townsville.qld.gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au
SPLASH SCIENCE ADVENTURE
SOLAR ENERGY ADVENTURE
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE
EDUCATION CENTRE
In this exciting three-hour session, design and create your own waterpark using repurposed materials. Explore the science of water flow, gravity and engineering principles while having fun. Dive into creativity and learning. Reserve your spot today!
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE EDUCATION CENTRE
In this hands-on three-hour session, explore the science of solar energy while building your own solar ovens. Discover how sunlight can be harnessed for cooking and heating, and unleash your creativity in this fun, educational experience!
895 723 admin@allaccesseducation.com.au trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
ALL AGES ANTIGRAVITY FUN
STUDIOS NQ
Bond with your little one in our preschool hammock play workshop! This two-hour parent-child session builds balance, coordination and core strength through playful movement. Perfect for ages 2 – 5 years. Boost your child’s confidence and sensory development together.
Let the games begin! Come with your child into the exciting world of antigravity. This two-hour session is designed for families and / or children. No experience necessary; just bring your enthusiasm and sense of adventure to create lasting memories.
Bookings required. 0418 868 890
aerialyogatownsville@gmail.com trybooking.com/CWUIN
Bookings required. 0418 868 890 aerialyogatownsville@gmail.com trybooking.com/CWUGO
Helping your child / young person reach their fullest potential by living their best life through dance. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive and nurturing environment, whilst supporting students to reach their goals.
Baptist Church, Kirwan
Bookings required. 0419 552 852
admin@dancefitnesscomplex.com.au dancefitnesscomplex.com.au/contact
HIP HOP 8–14 YEARS
Helping your child / young person reach their fullest potential by living their best life through dance. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive and nurturing environment, whilst supporting students to reach their goals. WHEN
11, 18 & 25 JAN
10 – 10.40am
Northreach Baptist Church, Kirwan
$22 BOOKINGS
Bookings required.
0419 552 852
admin@dancefitnesscomplex.com.au dancefitnesscomplex.com.au/contact
KRAV MAGA 15+ YEARS
MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Street Edge Krav Maga is real world self protection training – it’s not a combat sport. It’s Australia’s #1 defensive tactics program, designed by Paul Johnstone. WHEN 13, 17, 20 & 24 JAN
5.20 – 6.10pm
3 / 7 Civil Road, Garbutt
$19.95
Bookings required. 0427 537 771
pablo@umfacademy.com.au umfacademy.com.au/book-trial-class
YOUNG WARRIORS 8–14 YEARS
LITTLE DRAGONS 4–7 YEARS
COLOURFUL CHEMISTRY
Our young warriors are encouraged to be their best and to strive to achieve beyond their own self-imposed limitations. Learn strength, self-confidence, good character, positive role models and being part of a team.
Little Dragons helps 4 – 7 year olds learn discipline, teamwork, confidence, commitment and respect. With a focus on non-striking solutions and engaging the bully buster system, this class builds skills in fitness and focus in a fun and engaging way!
In this vibrant three-hour session, explore the exciting world of pH changes and colour change reactions. Conduct hands-on experiments that bring chemistry to life and discover the science behind colours. Sign up today for a colourful learning adventure!
Bookings required. 0427 537 771
pablo@umfacademy.com.au
umfacademy.com.au/book-trial-class
Bookings required. 0427 537 771
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Currajong
Bookings required. 0492 895 723
admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
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BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU 4 KIDS
6–14 YEARS
In this interactive three-hour session, engage your senses through fun experiments and activities. Explore touch, taste, smell, sight and sound while discovering the science behind sensory perception. Ignite your curiosity and creativity. Reserve your spot today!
Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Combatives class is for kids aged between 6 – 14 years and combines wrestling with strategic thinking.
ECO INNOVATORS WORKSHOP
In this dynamic three-hour session, explore the impacts of climate change and design your own wind turbines and water wheels. Engage in interactive games, discover renewable energy solutions, and learn how to reduce your carbon footprint. Reserve your spot today!
Bookings required. 0492 895 723 admin@allaccesseducation.com.au
/ 7 Civil Road, Garbutt
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WILD PUPPETS PUPPETRY WORKSHOP FOR CHILDREN 12+ YEARS
WILD PUPPETS PUPPETRY WORKSHOP FOR CHILDREN 5–12 YEARS
CITYLIBRARIES
In this engaging session, explore the fundamentals of electronics and robotics. Learn to build simple circuits, understand basic components, and create your own robot. Ignite your passion for technology and innovation. Reserve your spot for this hands-on adventure!
Ros will teach participants how to perform a Muppet-style hand puppet for stage and/or video (monitor puppetry). Students will then try their hand at improvisation with professional hand puppets such as furry monsters and other fun creatures. This is an interactive session.
Join Ros from Wild Puppets for a whimsical journey into the world of puppetry. Perfect for young storytellers and creatives, this hands on workshop will teach participants how to bring puppets to life.
Bookings required. 0492 895 723 admin@allaccesseducation.com.au trybooking.com/eventlist/tec
Bookings required.
4727 8310
Bookings required.
4727 8310
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BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU 15+ YEARS
STORYTIME WITH ROS FROM WILD PUPPETS
MUAY THAI 15+ YEARS
CITYLIBRARIES
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Combatives is more than just a sport or a method of promoting physical fitness. It’s more than a martial art, it’s a way to change your life. Ultimately, a way of life.
Ros loves to read stories, but when you add puppets, props, costumes and a little magic, stories come to life. Children are asked to participate in re-enacting The Gruffalo, by operating puppets, making sound effects and working with props.
UMF Academy offers lean and fit Muay Thai Kickboxing workouts for those looking for premium training as well as the everyday athlete, for both men and women.
3 / 7 Civil Road, Garbutt
Bookings required. 0427 537 771
pablo@umfacademy.com.au
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Bookings required.
Trace-less ephemera 2025
19 July – 3 August 2025
The Strand, Townsville
Name Our Mascot!
The 2025 Ephemera mascot has arrived, and a little bird told us they need a name! This little creature is an Olive-backed Sunbird, a bird local to Queensland’s coast.
We need your help to name our new friend. Scan the QR code and tell us what you think!
Submit your ideas by 11.59pm, 20 January 2025
Keep an eye on Townsville City Galleries Facebook page in February 2025 for the name announcement.
Aranda © Selwyn Johnson 2024.
BOXING / KICKBOXING 4 KIDS 6–14 YEARS
BY UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Wing Chun Combatives is a complete self-defence system with UMF’s training methodology, prepares you to survive today’s threats.
21 – 25 JAN
6.10 – 7pm
3 / 7 Civil Road, Garbutt COST
$19.95 BOOKINGS
Bookings required. 0427 537 771
pablo@umfacademy.com.au
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BY UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
The Boxing / Kickboxing 4 Kids program combines boxing and kickboxing making it a dynamic and fun-filled fitness class while also teaching non-striking solutions.
22 & 23 JAN
4.20 – 4.50pm
3 / 7 Civil Road, Garbutt
$19.95
Bookings required. 0427 537 771
pablo@umfacademy.com.au
Townsville School Holiday Guide