Free school holiday activities returning to Alice Springs, remote communities in Central Australia
The Red Centre is gearing up for a ‘massive season’ of free school holiday activities, which once council Mayor says is going to be a ‘great example’ of what the community can achieve.
Free school holiday activities, such as ice skating, are returning to Alice Springs and surrounding communities.
Ice skating will return to Alice Springs from January 6, part of a “massive season” spanning the six week summer school holidays, Alice Springs Town Council Mayor Asta Hill said.
“Council is really proud to deliver such a full and exciting summer program again this year,” she said.
“Our Library, Aquatic & Leisure Centre and Community Development teams are gearing up for another massive season, and I want to acknowledge the work they do behind the scenes to make these programs possible for local families.
“We’re committed to creating safe, fun and welcoming spaces for kids and families right across Alice Springs, and this year’s program is shaping up to be another great example of what our community can achieve together.”
The National Indigenous Australians Agency is contributing funding to the program, which is also spreading to 26 remote communities in Central Australia.
“Our summer school holiday program is about making sure children and families in Central Australia have access to a range of free and engaging activities,” federal Indigenous Australians minister Malarndirri McCarthy said.
“We’re proud to support local organisations and councils to deliver activities to Alice Springs and remote communities.”
Lingiari MP Marion Scrymgour said she was looking forward to seeing young people enjoy the activities this year.
“Summers in Central Australia are long and hot, and this is felt even more so in remote communities, but I am proud that the Australian Government is supporting families with the much-loved school holiday program,” she said.
“The summer school holiday program provides a range of fun activities for kids, as well as the opportunity to learn new skills, like bike repairs and connect with culture through art, dance and other activities.”
