Youth Week

MEDIA RELEASE 9 April 2021

Youth Week (April 16-24) is a celebration for young people with a variety of events and activities to acknowledge their contribution to the community.

Mayor Bobby Bourke said it’s organised by young people, for young people in our community.

“Our region’s young people provide a valuable contribution to our community and Youth Week gives them the chance to express their views and ideas, act on issues that affect their lives and plan and participate in activities,” he said.

Youth Week will be celebrated with the following events:

Fitness for Fun

Fitness for Fun will be held on the oval at the Kelso Community Hub. The day will commence with a free barbecue lunch followed by fun and fitness activities organised and run in collaboration with Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

Location: Kelso Community Hub, 24 Bonnor Street, Kelso

Date: Friday, 16 April

Time: 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost: Free

Age: Open to all ages

No bookings required, everyone welcome.

Jurassic Park after Dark

Come along to Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum for a spooky tour in the dark of night when all things are still or are they? There will be stories and scary facts told about dinosaurs and creatures existing more than 230 million years ago. Bring a torch, bring a friend. Pizza dinner included.

Numbers are limited, bookings are essential. Book your ticket by Wednesday 21 April.

To book or for more information phone 6333 6523.

Where: Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum

Date: Friday, 23 April

Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Cost: Free

Age: 12-24 years

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