The spring school holidays are just around the corner with plenty of free activities available across the Bundaberg Region.
From enjoying creative crafts to exploring curious creatures, there is something for everyone in Bundaberg Regional Council’s School Holiday Guide.
Don’t forget local pools will also be opening for the new swimming season, find more information on opening dates and times on the Council website.
Lots on at libraries
The Bundaberg, Childers, Gin Gin and Woodgate libraries have a host of activities to keep kids busy over the holidays including crafts, board games stories and talks.
For a full list of free activities and bookings, visit the School Holiday Guide.
Despicable Me 4
Enjoy this school holiday screening at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre and join supervillain Gru as he faces a new nemesis!
When: Wednesday 24 September, 10.30 am
Where: Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
Cost: Free, bookings required here.
Traceology @ ImagineArts
Get hands-on with mark-making in Traceology, a fun art space where you can create your own texture tracings and explore how stories live in the land around us.
When: Saturday, 20 September to Sunday 4 October, 9 am to 5 pm.
Where: Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery
Cost: Free
Zoo Keeper Talks
Chat with the experts who care for our animals every day. Watch feedings, hear fun facts and learn more about these incredible creatures. Suitable for all ages.
When: Dates and details available here.
Where: Alexandra Park Zoo
Cost: Free, no bookings required.
Water Bugs
Join the Natural Areas team to celebrate Biodiversity Month by learning more about the water bugs at Baldwin Swamp.
When: Thursday 25 and Tuesday 30 September, 9 – 10.30 am
Where: Baldwin Swamp (near Lake Ellen Playground, map available here)
Cost: Free, bookings required on 1300 883 699 or parksadministration@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
Monkey Handprint Craft Activity
Learn about Bert Hinkler’s marmoset friend while designing your own monkey using cardboard, googly eyes, pipe cleaners and more. Suitable for ages 5 to 12.
When: Wednesday 1 October, 9.30 – 11.30 am
Where: Hinkler Hall of Aviation
Cost: Free, no bookings required.
