Spring School Holiday Program Bursting with free and low-cost fun

Published on 10 September 2025

Spring has arrived and so have the school holidays! Southern Grampians Shire Council has a jam-packed Spring School Holiday Program, filled with free and low-cost activities to keep young people of all ages entertained.

Running from Monday 20 September, this spring program offers a range of activities spread across the two weeks, with something for everyone from curious little creators to teenagers wanting to gain valuable life skills.

Southern Grampians Shire Council Mayor Dennis Heslin said the program was designed for young people of all ages.

“We know school holidays can be a busy time for families, and we’re excited to provide such a wide range of activities that are not only fun, but also affordable,” said Cr Heslin.

A few of the Program Highlights include:

For teens and young adults (15-25 years):

The Tasty Trio with Fushy offers a hands-on cooking class where participants will learn valuable skills in the kitchen and whip up a three-course meal. Suitable for15-25 years.

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Course is ideal for those aged 18-25 looking to gain an important qualification.

Basic Car Maintenance Workshop at the Hamilton District Skills Centre. Suitable for 18-25 years.

For younger children:

The Creator Lab is back open Wednesdays from 9:30am-12:00pm, a hands-on session, perfect for the young curious minds who love to explore.

Toonworld Clay Model Making Workshop will provide a fun and imaginative session for budding artists.

For the whole family:

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“This is just a snapshot of what’s on offer across the fortnight. The program has been carefully designed to engage the whole family while also equipping our young people - particularly those preparing to take their next steps after school -with valuable life skills,” Cr Heslin concluded.

The holiday program is open to young people aged up to 25 years. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a supervising adult for the duration of all activities on offer.

Age limits apply to specific activities and must be observed. Council is required by the Department of Education to comply with child safety standards for all participants under 18.

For activities requiring bookings, there is a limit of two tickets per booking to ensure fair access for all.

All program details and bookings can be made via Council’s website, where parents can enjoy the convenience of viewing the entire program in one place.

With places filling quickly, families are encouraged to book early to avoid missing out. Please visit School Holiday Programs Southern Grampians Shire Council to view the program and book your places.

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