School Holiday Fun!

As the first week of the Winter school holidays comes to an end, it’s time to map out the next 7 days to ensure both you and your kids make the most of your time together before they pop back on their school uniforms. Along with the Burdekin Library’s School Holiday Program, there are plenty of other activities and experiences on offer in this beautiful community for your whole family to enjoy.

Inkerman Hill / Charlie’s Hill at Sunset

With the winter weather upon us and the sun setting earlier, it’s time to pack an early dinner and head up Inkerman Hill to watch the sunset over the Burdekin from the tippy top, enjoying a birds eye view. Alternatively, if you’re looking for a high set sunset location with a historical touch, pop up Charlie’s Hill and explore the standing structures of World War II along with beautiful views of both Home Hill and surrounding farmlands.

Alva Beach Picnic and Sandcastle Making
It may not be the best weather for a dip in the ocean, but the sandy shores of Alva Beach can certainly be enjoyed all year round. Gather your favourite buckets and spades and pack some snacks as you’re about to craft the most magnificent sandcastles the Burdekin has ever seen! Share your creations with the world, and don’t forget to tag us on Facebook and Instagram so we can admire your work!

Visit the Drive In
The Burdekin is extremely lucky to home the Stardust Drive in Theatre, with travelers venturing far and wide to transport themselves back in time to enjoy what has become an extremely rare entertainment experience. Although the big screen is in the process of being erected following Cyclone Kirrily’s destruction, their indoor cinema is up and ready to go, along with a delicious menu filled with hot food and classic movie snacks. With Inside Out 2, The Garfield Movie and IF screening now, keep up to date with Stardust’s timetable on their Facebook page; Stardust Drive in Theatre Ayr.

Picnic at the Park
Schedule in some sunshine and playtime with a trip to the park! Pack a picnic and head to one of the region’s many local parks to enjoy some fun in the sun these school holidays! The Plantation Park Nature Based Playspace has to be at the top of our lists, with a huge space to let imaginations run wild! Just down the road, Anzac Park creates the perfect environment for some playground fun, paired with a skatepark adventure, and if you’re heading towards Alva, stop into the Beach Road Park for a play, or even the Alva Beach Playground itself!

A Game of Touch Football
Gather your teams together and pick out your winning footy because it’s time to host the most nail-biting family touch tournament ever! The lush green touch fields at the Burdekin Touch Association on Wickham Street will make for the perfect setting to create some memorable touchdowns and foster plenty of friendly family competition. With grandstands at the ready, invite the whole family along to both participate and witness what will be an exhilarating game of touch football.

A Trip for the Pups
It’s no secret that your pups love having the kids home for a play for two weeks straight, so don’t forget to treat them to a special school holiday outing too! Venture down to the off-leash dog park on Kennedy Street / Plantation Park and enjoy some quality time with the whole family, four legged members included! With both a small dogs and big dogs fenced section, along with plenty of fun ramps and tunnels, your precious pooch will have the time of their lives!

With just two weeks to spend all together before jumping back into regular routines, there’s no better way to make memories than just simply spending time together. Happy school holidays everyone!

alva beach photo credits to the burdekin shire council

anzac park photo credits to burdekin shire council

dog park photo credits to the burdekin shire council

water park photo credits to the burdekin shire council

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