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Hume’s youth have plenty to look forward to these school holidays, with council rolling out a chock-full program of activities designed to inspire creativity, connection and fun.

Running from Monday, September 22 to Friday, October 3, Hume’s spring school holiday programs will cater to residents aged 10 to 24, with events hosted at youth centres and community facilities across the municipality.

The program offers fun for all, from cooking and arts workshops to gaming and movie nights, with all activities coming with a side of free snacks and drinks.

Those interested can look forward to a pizza and movie night for 10 to 14-year-olds at Broadmeadows’ Youth Central on Monday, September 22, followed by cooking with culture at the Roxburgh Park Youth and Recreation Centre on September 23.

Budding artists can explore their talents at the street art workshop in Craigieburn on Wednesday, September 24, while young performers can take part in the HYPE artist development day at Sunbury Youth Centre on September 25.

Families are invited to come together at the arts & games family barbecue in Craigieburn on Monday, September 29, while older youth can take over Town Hall Broadmeadows at the Town Hall Takeover on September 30.

Craft lovers won’t want to miss flower craft in Sunbury on Wednesday, October 1, and those keen on practical skills can join the car maintenance workshop for 16 to 24-year-olds at Youth Central Broadmeadows on October 2.

Bookings are essential for all activities. A full calendar of holiday events – including arts, culture and library programs – is also available via the Hume city council website.

https://www.hume.vic.gov.au/Home.

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