Young people in the region will be able to enjoy a vast range of activities during the upcoming summer school holidays, thanks to the NSW Government’s $10 million Holiday Break Program.
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke welcomed the latest suite of activities and said they offer great opportunities for young people to stay connected, have fun and maybe even discover a new interest.
“Across the electorate, events and workshops will be delivered to help the youth in our region access social and recreational activities within their local communities while on their summer holiday break,” Ms Cooke said.
“These activities are a wonderful way to ensure we break down barriers for our regional youth, making it easier for them to socialise and have some fun during the summer break.”
Minister for Regional Youth Ben Franklin said young people can expand their horizons over the break with more than 60 programs covering everything from science and art to sport and cultural connections.
“The NSW Government invests in this program because we know it is important to provide opportunities for young people to connect, socialise and have fun during the school holidays,” Mr Franklin said.
“We also know that keeping the kids entertained over the holidays can be costly for families, so these free activities will help to relieve the financial pressure on family budgets these Summer holidays.
“The programs on offer will provide social and recreational outlets to help regional youth become more involved in their local communities, and to show that living in a regional location is not a barrier for young people to try new things.
“Our continued program partnerships mean we’re able to deliver an assortment of activities that allow youth to hone their artistic skills, explore a completely new area of interest or get moving with a fun physical activity over the school holidays.”
A list of events across the electorate includes:
Cootamundra Youth Council
31/12/2022 7:30pm – 12:30am
New Years Eve Movie night for ages 12-17 – The Arts Centre Cootamundra.
16/01/2023 9am – 3pm
Family Fun Sports Day – Cootamundra Sports Stadium.
20/01/2023 10:30am – 12:30pm
Skate, Scot & Grip tape workshop – Cootamundra Skate Park.
Gundagai Neighbourhood Centre
13/01/2023 3pm – 4:30pm
Teen boot camp-fun and fitness in the sun – Carberry Park (opposite Council Chambers Gundagai).
20/02/2023 2pm – 3:30pm
Skateboard and scooter lessons and grip tap art workshop – Gundagai Skate Park.
13/01/2023 6pm – 9pm
Open Night at the Gundagai Pool – Swimming, games and giveaways – Gundagai. Memorial Pool.
Hilltops Youth Action Group
29/01/2023
Back 2 Skool Pool Party featuring the World’s oldest Rocking DJ’s & Nursing home escapee’s the Rockafellas.
Temora Shire Council
05/01/2023 9am -10:30am
Cooking Class with Local Caterer – Platform Y.
06/01/2023 9:45am – 3pm
Trip to Wagga with lasertag and Shopping time – Platform Y.
09/01/2023 9:30am – 10:15am
Yoga Class for ages 12-24 – Platform Y.
09/01/2023 11am – 2:30pm
Mixed Media Art Workshop – Platform Y.
12/01/2023 10am – 11:30am
Gaming Day – including VR headsets – Platform Y.
Narrandera Shire Council
04/01/2023 – 03/02/2023 10am -9pm
The Summer Sessions will include two Paint with mates sessions, a cultural tour and an afternoon of music followed by a movie night – Lake Talbot Water Park.
Weddin Shire Council
21/01/2023 10am – 7pm
Beach themed pool party. Laser Tag, Water inflatables, Craft activities and beach themed catering. To find out more about activities near you and for program guidelines, visit nsw.gov.au/ holidaybreak
