Townsville City Council's School Holiday Guide 2021 - Summer Edition

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

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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