Townsville's School Holiday Guide - Easter 2022 Edition

SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE easter EDITION 2022

With so many low-cost and no-cost activities on offer, Townsville’s youth won’t have a moment to spare.

IN THIS GUIDE

WELCOME TO YOUR ACTION PACKED GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING DURING THE EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.

DESIGN YOUR OWN SHIRTS ONLINE

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NINJA PARC CASUAL PLAY

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MINI GOLF

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STORY WALK ON THE STRAND, ONE REMARKABLE REEF

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OCEAN SENTINELS ABOVE THE SURFACE

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STAND UP PADDLE BOARD HIRE

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ANIMALS ALIVE! CREEPY CRAWLY ENCOUNTERS

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LIVE FM’S EASTER TREASURE TRAIL

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Presented by Design Works Apparel Presented by Ninja Parc Townsville

Presented by Townsville Mini Golf & Fun Park

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

Presented by Museum of Tropical Queensland Presented by InTheLoopAustralia

Presented by Museum of Tropical Queensland Presented by 99.9 Life FM

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.

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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.

MOTHER DAUGHTER WEEKEND RETREAT

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DAILY SUNRISE SAVER

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Presented by Sensational Girls Retreat Presented by Sealink Queensland

THE STUDIO

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SMASH BOOK

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PLASTIC SCIENCE

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VIRTUAL LEARNING: CARING FOR THE REEF

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EASTER CRAFT & EASTER TREAT WORKSHOPS

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STORYTIME

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WOODWORKING FOR KIDS - LED LAMP

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Presented by Townsville CityLibraries Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

WARRINA ICE SKATING RINK

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STEM WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS YEAR 7-8

MARTIAL ART TRYOUT

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MUSIC HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

Presented by Warrina Ice Skating Rink Presented by The Choi Kwang Do Master Academy

SCHOOL HOLIDAY INTENSIVE PROGRAM

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STEM WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS YEAR 3-6

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PREP EASY

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Presented by Love2Swim School

Presented by STEM Sisterhood Presented by TalkHQ Speech Pathology

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Presented by Community Gro

NINJA PARC

Presented by Ninja Parc Townsville

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STAY AND PLAY IN THE PARK

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VIRTUAL LEARNING: INTRODUCTION TO THE GREAT BARRIER REEF

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Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

Presented by STEM Sisterhood Presented by King Konz School of Music

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

Presented by Fairfield Central Shopping Centre Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

FANTASTIC FRISBEES

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TACKERS

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EXPLORING ST JAMES CATHEDRAL

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PUBLIC SPEAKING PREP FOR UPCOMING COMPETITION

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PARENT INFORMATION SESSION - SLEEP

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BOUNCING BUNNIES

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INTRODUCTORY COMMUNICATION CLASS FOR GRADE 3-6

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HIPPY AGE 4 INFORMATION SESSION

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Presented by Townsville City Galleries Presented by Townsville Sailing Club Presented by St James Cathedral

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

TODDLER TIME

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

BABY RHYME TIME

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

VIRTUAL LEARNING: TURTLE CONNECTION

Presented by Townsville CityLibraries

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Presented by Life Skills Queensland

Presented by SpeakEze

Presented by Townsville City Galleries

Presented by SpeakEze

Presented by Community Gro

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GUIDE LEGEND E

Early Childhood (0 - 5 years)

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Primary School (5 - 12 years)

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Youth (12 - 18 years)

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All ages

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DESIGN YOUR OWN SHIRTS ONLINE A PRESENTED BY DESIGN WORKS APPAREL You can try designing your own fishing shirts online. It can be done anywhere with internet connection. Design shirts by uploading your own photos or using our clipart.

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NINJA PARC CASUAL PLAY E

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PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE Join in for a session time where you can, just tackle the obstacles at your own speed!

Complete sections of the course multiple times or do a run through of the entire course, the choice is yours.​ WHEN

1 - 17 APR

1 - 17 APR

All day

10am - 6pm

WHERE Online COST Free BOOKINGS Not required 0422 060 186 admin@designworksaustralia.com designworksaustralia.com

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WHERE Ninja Parc Townsville 18 Blackhawk Blvd, Thuringowa COST $19.95 BOOKINGS Not required 0427 139 762 townsville@ninjaparc.com.au

MINI GOLF E

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TOWNSVILLE MINI GOLF & FUN PARK WHEN 1 - 17 APR

10am - 10pm WHERE Townsville Mini Golf & Fun Park 15-17 Kings Rd, West End COST $10 per child/adult BOOKINGS Required 0432 446 399 info@townsvilleminigolf.com.au

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STORY WALK ON THE STRAND, ONE REMARKABLE REEF A PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Visit the fenced Toddler Park on The Strand and enjoy the Story Walk.

Count from one to ten in this gentle, rhyming book, while learning about the Great Barrier Reef’s most threatened creatures.

Visit a Townsville CityLibraries branch to collect an activity pack!

WHEN 2 - 29 APR

All day WHERE 37-43 The Strand, North Ward COST Free BOOKINGS Not required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au

OCEAN SENTINELS ABOVE THE SURFACE E

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PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND Visit the museum these school holidays to see the Museum of Underwater Art’s latest collection of sculptures. Learn about the people that played an important role in understanding and protecting the underwater world.

WHEN 2 - 17 APR

9.30am - 4pm WHERE Museum of Tropical Queensland 70-102 Flinders St, Townsville

STAND UP PADDLE BOARD HIRE E

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PRESENTED BY INTHELOOP AUSTRALIA Please collect the boards and paddles from our rack at the Townsville Sailing Club and return back to the rack after use.

It is a two hour hire. Pre-bookings required.

WHEN 2 - 17 APR

9:30am - 4pm WHERE Townsville Sailing Club, Breakwater Marina 3 Mariners Dr, Townsville City

COST Free with museum admission

COST $15 per board (half price school holidays discount)

BOOKINGS Not required

BOOKINGS Required

4726 0600 mtq.qm.gov.au

0415 837 484 marvin@intheloopkiteboarding.com zestyrental.checkfront.com/reserve/ ?item_id=20

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Sporting Weekends Friday8APRIL Saturday2APRIL

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T OYO TA C OW B OYS

SYDNEY ROOSTERS

COMMBANK M AT I L D A S

WHAT’S ON TOWNSVILLE

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NEW ZEALAND FERNS

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TOWNSVILLE

TOYOTA COWBOYS

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FOOD TRUCKS

MATILDAS EDITION

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LIVE MUSIC ROVING ENTERTAINMENT KIDS AMUSEMENTS & MORE

SAT 2 APRIL FROM 4PM

WHAT’S ON TOWNSVILLE

FRI 8 APRIL FROM 4PM

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ANIMALS ALIVE! CREEPY CRAWLY ENCOUNTERS E

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PRESENTED BY MUSEUM OF TROPICAL QUEENSLAND Discover some of North Queensland’s creepiest, crawliest, slitheriest creatures in special shows, workshops and interactive activities.

WHEN 2 - 17 APR

9:30am - 4pm WHERE Museum of Tropical Queensland 70-102 Flinders St, Townsville City COST Free with museum admission BOOKINGS Not required 4726 0600 mtq.qm.gov.au

LIVE FM’S EASTER TREASURE TRAIL A PRESENTED BY 99.9 LIVE FM CELEBRATE EASTER WITH LIVE FM’S EASTER TREASURE TRAIL Starting at the Gregory Street Amphitheatre and following a trail to win prizes and vouchers, as well as an entry to win a weekend away on Magnetic Island!

WHEN 2 APR

8am - 12noon WHERE Gregory Street Amphitheatre The Strand, Townsville City COST Free BOOKINGS Not required 0432 216 308 abigaill@livefm.com.au

MOTHER DAUGHTER WEEKEND RETREAT A PRESENTED BY SENSATIONAL GIRLS NETWORK Relax & reconnect with your daughter. Build a strong foundation with her now with the specially designed SGN program, including conversation starters, quizzes, competitions, affirmation board, pampering, high tea, fun movement and make a gift for one another.

WHEN 2 - 3 APR

9am - 1pm WHERE Amaroo on Mandalay Resort 61-79 Mandalay Ave, Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island COST $450 mothers; $350 teen; $300 child BOOKINGS Required 0412 322 520 sensationalgirlsnetwork@outlook.com townsvilletickets.com.au/event/ sgn-mother-daughter-retreat-14686

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PRESENTED BY SEALINK QUEENSLAND Rise and shine early and receive half price fares on the 6.30am Magnetic Island Ferry service departing Townsville every day during the school holidays. Discounts are applied to full adult or child fares when purchased at the Breakwater Terminal.

WHEN 2 - 17 APR

6:30am WHERE Breakwater Terminal Sir Leslie Thiess Dr, Townsville City COST $9 - $18 BOOKINGS Not required 4726 0800 travel1@sealink.com.au

WARRINA ICE SKATING RINK A PRESENTED BY WARRINA ICE SKATING RINK Warrina Ice Skating Rink is open everyday through the school holidays. Session times and prices can be found on the website or Facebook page.

WHEN 2 - 17 APR

9am - 4pm WHERE Warrina Ice Skating Rink 3-11 Illuka St, Currajong COST From $16 BOOKINGS Not required 0407 988 628 k.njensen@bigpond.com

MARTIAL ART TRYOUT A PRESENTED BY THE CHOI KWANG DO MASTER ACADEMY Come and try out martial arts these school holidays. Build confidence and have fun being active. Learn discipline, self-defence and goal setting. Our award winning character development programs have helped many locals make positive and lasting changes.

WHEN 4, 9, 11, 14 APR

9:30am - 7pm WHERE The Choi Kwang Do Master Academy U2/743 Riverway Dr, Thuringowa Central COST $20 BOOKINGS Required 0481 749 607 inrfo@ckdmac.com.au calendly.com/ckdmac/30-minute-meet

10 Townsville City Council in conjunction with Townsville Beekeepers Association present

ECO FIESTA VIDEO COMPETITION All you need to do is create a 3 minute film about the impact pollinators and healthy soil have on our ecosystem. The top entries will be showcased at the 2022 Eco Fiesta event.

Entries close 20 May 2022

$9,000 WORTH OF PRIZES TO BE WON!

For more information or to enter visit:

What’s On Townsville

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY INTENSIVE PROGRAM E

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PRESENTED BY LOVE2SWIM SCHOOL A terrific activity to keep children engaged and healthy while learning a life skill. Repeating skills each day allows your child to progress quickly and learn muscle memory. Staying for a picnic after lessons makes an affordable day out.

Swimming lessons run every 30 mins and are ability categorised. Your class might be at 9am or 10.30am and runs for 30 mins with a qualified instructor. Terrific for beginners to repeat skills each day.

WHEN 4 - 8 APR

STEM WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS YEAR 3-6

8:30 - 11am

WHERE Various Townsville pools COST $50 for 5 lessons BOOKINGS Required Kirwan Aquatic Centre - 4723 3447 Kokoda Memorial Pool - 4725 5357 Long Tan Memorial Pool - 4728 3398 long_tan@love2swimschool.com.au

PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD Come have fizzy fun as we explore materials and chemistry in our quest to find the perfect bath bomb recipe.

Girls will love exploring science and chemical engineering whilst building confidence.

WHEN 4 APR

9 - 11am & 1 - 3pm WHERE Townsville Central State School 4-6 Warburton St, North Ward COST $20 BOOKINGS Required 0476 004 868 stemsisterhood@outlook.com Eventbrite (year 3-4) Eventbrite (year 5-6)

PREP EASY P PRESENTED BY TALKHQ SPEECH PATHOLOGY Does your child attend Prep?

Prep Easy groups focus on building reading skills. These are: • Retelling and comprehending stories (oral language) • Letters and sounds (phonics) • Sounds in words (phonological awareness) • Developing vocabulary Suitable only for prep children at mainstream schools who can speak in full sentences.

WHEN 4 - 7 & 11 - 14 APR

5 - 8 APR

11 - 14 APR

8:45 - 9:45am

10 - 11am

8.30 - 9:30am

WHERE TalkHQ Speech Pathology 1/26 Bowen Rd, Hermit Park COST $384 BOOKINGS Required 4755 0225 hello@talkhq.com.au bit.ly/PrepEasyTownsville

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PRESENTED BY COMMUNITY GRO A free kids’ school holidays program especially for kids in the Upper Ross area with a mix of games and crafts, and morning tea. Parents must remain in the centre for the duration of the activities. Tea and coffee available.

WHEN 4, 7, 11, 14 APR

9:30 - 11:30am WHERE Commmunity Gro 1/43 Allambie Ln, Rasmussen COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4774 0144 ESmall@communitygro.org.au communitygro.org.au/contact/

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PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE Are you searching for school holiday activities or ideas? The Ninja Parc School Holiday Program has you covered.

It features plenty of running, climbing and balancing activities to keep your kids moving and having fun during the holidays.

WHEN 4 - 8 & 11 - 14 APR

2 - 5pm on weekdays WHERE Ninja Parc Townsville 18 Black Hawk Blvd, Thuringowa Central

STAY AND PLAY IN THE PARK E

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Come down to The Strand Water Park and meet other families with children aged 0-5 years and enjoy a morning reading, singing and playing.

We will be giving away Easter themed Messy Play packs and have mystery bags of children’s picture books to borrow.

Bring your picnic blanket, hat, sunscreen, water bottle and snacks.

WHEN 4 APR

8:30 - 11am

COST $55

WHERE The Strand Water Park (at the playground), North Ward

BOOKINGS Required

COST Free

0427 139 762 townsville@ninjaparc.com.au ninjaparc.com.au/school-holiday-program/

BOOKINGS Not required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au

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VIRTUAL LEARNING: INTRODUCTION TO THE GREAT BARRIER REEF A PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority presents a virtual learning program about the reef including corals, organisms and simple actions that you can take to protect the reef and animals. Take home activities for all participants.

WHEN 5 APR

10 - 10:45am WHERE CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 86 Thuringowa Dr, Thuringowa Central COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ community-events/introduction-to-the-greatbarrier-reef

THE STUDIO Y PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Film making, blogging, podcasts, music production, design and much more. Come along, meet like-minded people, socialise, create, make, share.

WHEN 5 & 12 APR

6 - 8:30pm WHERE CityLibraries Aitkenvale 4 Petunia St, Aitkenvale COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ the-studio

PLASTIC SCIENCE Y PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Learn more about recycling, repurposing and micro electronics at the CityLibraries Mixhaus Container. Using recycled shredded plastic lids, you will design, create and assemble a pendant light over two workshops held across two days.

Participants must attend both sessions.

WHEN 5 - 7 APR

1 - 2pm, 2 - 3pm, 3 - 4pm, & 4 - 5pm WHERE Riverway Arts Centre (Mixhaus container) 20 Village Blvd, Thuringowa Central COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ plastic-science

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STEM WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS YEAR 7-8 Y PRESENTED BY STEM SISTERHOOD Your child will learn about the design thinking process as we work in small groups to design a speedy and stylish rubber band boat.

Your daughter will love exploring science with other girls, experimenting and testing her design against others.

Please bring food for your child to eat.

WHEN 5 APR

9am - 1pm WHERE Townsville Central State School 4-6 Warburton St, North Ward COST $30 BOOKINGS Required 0476 004 868 stemsisterhood@outlook.com Eventbrite (year 7 - 8)

MUSIC HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES P PRESENTED BY KING KONZ SCHOOL OF MUSIC Our team is hosting classes filled with fun musical activities for kids aged 6 to 11 years.

We have instruments for the kids and you’re welcome to bring your own!

FANTASTIC FRISBEES A

Sign up and we can’t wait to see you there!

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES Join us at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and decorate your very own Fantastic Frisbee. Learn how to make foam stamps or choose from an array of pre-made stamps to personalise your frisbee. Visit What’s On Townsville for more information.

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5 - 7 APR

5 - 8 APR

9am - 1pm

10am - 12noon

WHERE King Konz School of Music 28 Hamilton St, Townsville City

WHERE Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Cnr Flinders St and Denham St, Townsville City

COST $50 for the day or $20 for one class

COST Free

BOOKINGS Required

BOOKINGS Not required

0439 706 579

4727 9011

info@kingkonzmusic.com

galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au

Jotform booking

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Join now to receive: • Cowboys kids merchandise pack • $20 online Team Shop voucher* • Birthday card signed by the 2022 squad • Voting rights for Members Player 2022 • 10% off home game tickets (max. 4 tickets per member, per game) • 10% off merchandise at the Cowboys Team Shop (online and in store) • Second priority access to NRL Finals tickets • Invitation to members only events • Exclusive digital content and club updates Terms and conditions apply. *Min $50 spend.

Ready to be a Rising Star in 2022?

JOIN AT: COWBOYS.COM.AU/MEMBERSHIP

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PARENT INFORMATION SESSION - SLEEP

TACKERS P PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE SAILING CLUB Tackers is our kids (7-12 years) Learn to Sail program. Sailing is a great outdoor activity for the whole family.

Cost includes a Tackers pack and a three month membership to the Townsville Sailing Club. All sailing equipment provided.

Sailing in dinghy boats requires participants to be reasonably mobile.

WHEN 5 - 8 APR

8am - 12noon WHERE Townsville Sailing Club 3 Mariners Dr, Townsville City COST Free BOOKINGS Required 0402 022 464 townsvillesailingclub@gmail.com townsvillesailing.com.au/events/135524/

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PRESENTED BY ST JAMES CATHEDRAL Complete the challenges and solve the puzzles by exploring this heritage-listed building and the beautiful artwork that it contains. Allow 45-60 minutes anytime between 8:30am and 12noon.

WHEN 5 & 12 APR

8:30am - 12noon WHERE St James Cathedral, 36 Cleveland Terrace (Top of Denham St, Townsville City) COST Free BOOKINGS Not required 0418 547 056 lorrainehk@hotmail.com

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Both children and parents need a good night’s sleep so they have enough energy for the next day’s activities. Come and learn some simple tools to help support your child’s sleep and development. Bring your Medicare card for QLD Health.

WHEN 5 APR

9:30 - 10:30am WHERE CityLibraries Aitkenvale 4 Petunia St, Aitkenvale COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8302 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ sleep-for-children-over-6-months

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TODDLER TIME E PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Join us for a 50 minute session starting off with 30 minutes of play/chat time and StoryBox Library from 9am, before we jump into 20 minutes of songs, dance and a story from 9:30am.

WHEN 5 & 12 APR

9 - 9:50am WHERE Townsville Stadium 40-48 Murray Lyons Cres, Annandale COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ toddler-time-tuesday

BABY RHYME TIME E PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Join us for a 50 minute session starting off with 30 minutes of play/chat time and StoryBox Library from 10:30am, before we jump into 20 minutes of songs and rhymes and develop your child’s pre-emergent literacy skills from 11am.

WHEN 5 & 12 APR

10:30 - 11:20am WHERE Townsville Stadium 40-48 Murray Lyons Cres, Annandale COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ baby-rhyme-time-tuesday

VIRTUAL LEARNING: TURTLE CONNECTION A PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority presents a virtual learning program about the sea turtles including life cycles, breeding and feeding adaptations and simple actions that you can take to protect the sea turtle. Take home activities for participants.

WHEN 6 APR

10 - 10:45am WHERE Townsville Stadium 40-48 Murray Lyons Cres, Annandale COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ community-events/turtle-connection

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SMASH BOOK P

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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Learn about and create a Smash Book - a way to journal and memorialise pictures and happenings in your life. Just open the book, and create your page right there!

TODDLER TIME E

BABY RHYME TIME E

1 - 2:30pm

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Join us for a 50 minute session starting off with 30 minutes of play/chat time and StoryBox Library from 10:30am, before we jump into 20 minutes of songs and rhymes, and develop your child’s pre-emergent literacy skills from 11am.

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Join us for a 50 minute session starting off with 30 minutes of play/chat time and StoryBox Library from 9am, before we jump into 20 minutes of songs and rhymes and develop your child’s pre-emergent literacy skills from 9:30am.

11 APR - CITYLIBRARIES AITKENVALE

WHEN

WHEN

WHEN & WHERE 6 APR - CITYLIBRARIES THURINGOWA CENTRAL

10 - 11:30am COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ smash-book-thuringowa whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ smash-book-aitkenvale

6 & 13 APR

6 & 13 APR

10:30 - 11:20am

9 - 9:50am

WHERE CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 86 Thuringowa Dr, Thuringowa Central

WHERE CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 86 Thuringowa Dr, Thuringowa Central

COST Free

COST Free

BOOKINGS Required

BOOKINGS Required

4727 8310

4727 8310

library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ toddler-time-wednesday

library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ baby-rhyme-time-wednesday

FREE ENTRY

HENCHMEN

Friday 15 April 2022, 7pm Riverway Oval

Bring your blanket (or towel) and watch movies on the big screen at Riverway. whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au

What’s On Townsville

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ERS T S O O R

SV Y O B W CO SAT 2 APR 6.35pm QUEENSLAND COUNTRY BANK STADIUM BROUGHT TO YOU BY

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Collect your McDonald’s try card at the gate!

Adult tickets from $22.38 // Family passes from just $60* *Ticket prices include GST and booking fees. Transaction fees from $5.50 apply.

COWBOYS.COM.AU/TICKETS

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VIRTUAL LEARNING: CARING FOR THE REEF A

EASTER CRAFT & EASTER TREAT WORKSHOPS E

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STORYTIME E

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority presents a virtual learning program about caring for the reef including main threats facing the Reef and simple actions that you can take to protect it. Take home activities for all participants.

PRESENTED BY FAIRFIELD CENTRAL SHOPPING CENTRE Free Easter Craft and Easter Treat Making Workshops. Plus a special visit from the Easter Bunny on Saturday 16 April from 10am to 1pm with Easter eggs to share! Each workshop has limited spaces.

PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Join us for a 60-minute session starting off with 30 minutes of play/chat time and StoryBox Library, before we jump into 30 minutes of stories, songs and rhymes which will ignite your child’s imagination to accelerate their language development.

WHEN

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7 APR

10 - 10:45am

7 - 14 APR

9:30am - 1:30pm

WHERE CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 86 Thuringowa Dr, Thuringowa Central

WHERE Near Kmart at Fairfield Central 2/30 Lakeside Dr, Idalia

COST Free

COST Free

BOOKINGS Required

BOOKINGS Not required

4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ community-events/caring-for-the-reef

07 4759 8249 danellep@lancinigroup.com.au

7 & 14 APR

9 - 10am WHERE CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 86 Thuringowa Dr, Thuringowa Central COST Free BOOKINGS Required 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ storytime

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WOODWORKING FOR KIDS - LED LAMP BABY RHYME TIME E PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES Join us for a 50 minute session starting off with 30 minutes of play/chat time and StoryBox Library from 10:30am, before we jump into 20 minutes of songs and rhymes and develop your child’s pre-emergent literacy skills from 11am.

WHEN 7 & 14 APR

10:30 - 11:20am

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PRESENTED BY LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND A workshop for children aged 4+. A taste of woodworking with a range of tools, while maintaining a high level of safety. A handson practical learning experience where the participants build a timber LED lamp. Age and ability is no barrier.

Facility has ramp to enter the building. Young children (aged 10 and under) will require a guardian/carer/parent to stay for the duration for supervision - to maintain ratios. Enclosed shoes are a must.

WHEN 11 APR

9 - 11am

WHERE CityLibraries Thuringowa Central 86 Thuringowa Dr, Thuringowa Central

WHERE Life Skills Queensland 8 Horwood St, Currajong

COST Free

COST $50

BOOKINGS Required

BOOKINGS Required

4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/ baby-rhyme-time-thursday

0421 184 418 sales@lifeskillsqueensland.com.au lifeskillsqueensland.com.au/ group-workshops

PUBLIC SPEAKING PREP FOR UPCOMING COMPETITION Y PRESENTED BY SPEAKEZE Would you like to enter the English Speaking Union Public Speaking Competition being held on 11 May for year 7 - 10 and 27 July for seniors.

Don’t know how to begin? Private lessons are two hours plus two group followups. Visit our website for more details.

As long as child can speak, this is open to any high school student.

WHEN 11 APR

10am - 12noon

WHERE Pimlico High School 55-57 Fulham Rd, Pimlico COST $49 BOOKINGS Required 0447 011 483 info@speakeze.com.au speakeze.com

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BOUNCING BUNNIES A PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES Visit Pinnacles Gallery and create your own Bouncing Bunny to keep your Easter eggs safe and sound. Decorate your unique bunny with colourful paper, pom poms, wool, and foam!

Visit What’s On Townsville for more information.

WHEN 12 - 14 APR

10am - 12noon WHERE Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre 86 Thuringowa Dr, Thuringowa Central COST Free BOOKINGS Not required 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld.gov.au

INTRODUCTORY COMMUNICATION CLASS FOR GRADE 3-6 P PRESENTED BY SPEAKEZE A fun based learning program that provides alternative activities that teach young people how to stand in front of people and speak.

Students will deliver a minimum of five speeches, including interview technique, speed debating and others teaching speech delivery.

As long as child can speak, this is open to year 3-6 students.

WHEN 12 APR

9am - 2pm WHERE Pimlico High School 55-57 Fulham Rd, Pimlico COST $49 BOOKINGS Required 0447 011 483 info@speakeze.com.au speakeze.com

HIPPY AGE 4 INFORMATION SESSION E PRESENTED BY COMMUNITY GRO Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt and activities.

Enrolling children who live in the Upper Ross and turning 4 years old before 30 June 2022.

Enrolling children who live in the Upper Ross and turning 4 years old before 30 June 2022

WHEN 13 APR

10am - 12noon WHERE Community Gro 1/43 Allambie Ln, Rasmussen COST Free BOOKINGS Not required 4774 0144 tbright@communitygro.org.au

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