Our Favourite things to do during Spring School Holidays
Outdoor Treasure Hunt
World Wide
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Geocaching involves finding hidden treasure via an online app that someone else has planted. Members of the Geocache community disguise caches and hide them in areas all around the world.
Catch a Fish off the Riverbank
Riverview, Elliot Heads
McIntosh Road, Riverview
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Riverview is located just 15 minutes from town on the pristine Elliott River. The scenery is breathtaking with clear blue waters. This is a perfect spot for a family picnic with plenty of room for games and any number of other great activities.
Skate, Scoot & Ride
Bargara Skate Park
Neilson Park Beach
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There is a skate park for older children adjacent to the old skating rink. Younger kids can also have fun here if the park is not too busy. Pathways for bikes and scooters (shared with pedestrians) runs along the length of the Esplanade in a northerly direction to Mon Repos and in a southerly direction to Schuhkraft Park, and Bargara Turtle Park.
Hike the Trails
Russo Nature Park
Goodwood Rd, Bundaberg
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Russo Nature Park is an environmental reserve along Stockyard Creek near Childers, Queensland. The park contains a diversity of local native trees, shrubs and wildlife.
Stockyard Creek greets you at the entrance of the Park and follows you as you explore. We spent most of our time at the widest part of the creek about 200m in and across the bridge.
Cuddle a baby lamb
Splitters Farm
Blairs Rd, Sharon
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Splitters Farm is a caravan park & farm stay, 10 min drive north Bundaberg’s CBD.
A working cattle farm surrounded by lush tropical bushland & over 3kms of river frontage. The farm is also open 7days to day trippers offering self-guided farm tours.
Teen junction
School of Arts, 184 Bourbong street Bundaberg.
Vr and games, Little ravers, Giant gamers.
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Teen Junction is a dedicated space on the Wide Bay Kids website designed specifically for teens in the Bundaberg and Wide Bay region. It offers a vibrant platform where teens can explore various activities, events, and resources tailored to their interests and needs. Whether they're looking for creative workshops, sports clubs, volunteering opportunities, or just a cool hangout spot, Teen Junction has something for everyone. The website provides a comprehensive guide to the latest happenings in the area, ensuring that teens stay engaged, active, and connected to their community.
Teen Junction - Game sesh X-Box
School of Arts, 184 Bourbong street Bundaberg.
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Join us for the ultimate X-Box Gaming Sesh and experience the power of the Series X on the BIG screen! Whether you're into Minecraft, Lego Marvel Super Heroes, Farming Simulator, or exploring new titles with the Xbox Ultimate Game Pass, there's something for every gamer.
Teen junction - Giant Games
School of Arts, 184 Bourbong street Bundaberg.
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Get ready for oversized fun with Teen Junction - Giant Outdoor Games! Challenge your friends to life-sized versions of classic games like Guess Who, Battleship, and Scrabble. These giant games bring a whole new level of excitement and friendly competition, making your holiday afternoons truly unforgettable.
Teen junction - Silent Disco (little ravers)
School of Arts, 184 Bourbong street Bundaberg.
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Forget traditional speakers! Each raver receives a pair of high-quality wireless stereo headphones, delivering crisp, clear sound directly to their ears. To an outsider, it might look like everyone is dancing in silence, but you’ll soon hear the crowd start to hum and sing along. Before long, everyone is dancing and having a blast. Now, it’s your turn to join in and feel the magic. Come dance like no one’s watching at Little Ravers!
Teen junction Games sesh VR
School of Arts, 184 Bourbong street Bundaberg.
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Get ready to level up your holidays with the ultimate virtual reality gaming experience at Teen Junction's VR Game Sesh! Using the latest Metaquest 3 headsets, teens can dive into their favourite games like never before. Whether it's exploring the immersive worlds of Roblox, Job Simulator, or watching 360-degree videos on YouTube VR, there's something exciting for everyone.
Beyond Boundaries
School of Arts, 184 Bourbong street Bundaberg.
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Inspired by the popular webcomic Heartstopper, Beyond Boundaries aims to provide a platform for young people to express their unique stories and perspectives. Programs will guide participants in bringing their creative visions to life, ensuring that their voices are heard and celebrated.
Search for Sea Glass
Oaks Beach
Sea Esplanade, Burnett Heads
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The township of Burnett Heads is located just 20 minutes from Bundaberg and hosts the local Port and Marina. Burnett Heads rests where the ocean meets the Burnett River.
There are two main beach areas at Burnett Heads, Oakes Beach and South Head. These beaches are very close with only a of 1/2 km separating them. Both areas can be choppy and if weather conditions are like this you need to be careful of rips. Both the Oaks and South Head are great at low tide for games, sand play, and searching for sea glass.
Enjoy a Picnic with Animals
Alexandra Park Zoo
Quay St, Bundaberg
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Alexandra Park Zoo and Playground is one of our favourite local parks to visit.
It is a beautifully shaded park with lots of trees and space to run! The kids love the zoo animals and the variety of playground equipment.
There are four areas to the park, the zoo, the playground, the rotundas and open space park.