Macedon Ranges Shire Council is hosting a range of fun activities for children and young people throughout the summer school holidays, including:
Inflatable Fun @ aquatic centres
Both Kyneton Toyota Sports and Aquatic Centre and Gisborne Aquatic Centre will host the pool inflatable – featuring obstacles, climbing hills and slides – on the following days (all 1pm to 3pm):
GAC: Monday January 13, Wednesday 15, Friday 17, Tuesday 21, Thursday 23
KTSAC: Tuesday January 14, Thursday 16, Monday 20, Wednesday 22, Friday 24
Use of the inflatable is included in pool entry fees. Follow the centres’ respective Facebook pages for updates.
Intensive Learn to Swim Program
Both aquatic centres will also run intensive swimming programs during the holidays, as follows:
GAC: Monday January 6 to Friday 10, Monday 13 to Friday 17, Monday 20 to Friday 24
KTSAC: Monday Januarty 6 to Friday 10, Monday 13 to Friday 17
To enrol in lessons, call 5421 1452 (GAC) or 5421 1477 (KTSAC).
Dance holiday program
January 20-22, 9am-12pm, Buffalo Sports Stadium in Woodend.
For children aged 6-12 years. Over three sessions, children will learn hip-hop, acrobatic and acting skills in a fun and engaging environment with a qualified professional.
To enrol, email studio2tinytackers@mrsc.vic.gov.au or call 5422 0333.
Casual hoops
Want to shoot some hoops? Bring your own basketball and walk in to the Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct (cnr Barringo and Hamilton roads, New Gisborne) between 10am-2pm weekdays January 6-13, with costs of $8 for adults and $6.30 for children (please note, the Precinct accepts card only).
Skate, Scoot and BMX Comp
Saturday January 18, 11am-4pm @ Gisborne Skatepark.
Get ready to shred, because the Gisborne Skate, BMX and Scoot comp is BACK. A live band will be jamming out while you show off your skills. No need to pre-register, just show up and sign up on the day!
This is a supervised, drug/alcohol/smoke/vape free event co-hosted by The Y.
Outdoor pool parties
Come and enjoy a fun-filled day at council’s outdoor pools, featuring a sausage sizzle and a DJ to keep the energy lively!
January 21: Pool Party @ Woodend Outdoor Pool*
January 22: Pool Party @ Lancefield Memorial Swimming Pool*
* Subject to council’s outdoor pools temperature guidelines.
These are supervised, drug/alcohol/smoke/vape free events.
For more information about these events and to register where required, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/school-holidays
