A NEW interactive map is seeking show young people across New South Wales what activities are happening near them.
NSW Government’s Holiday Break program is giving regional youth access to free experiences during the school holidays, with the aim of breaking down financial barriers and making the opportunities accessible to all.
The program will offer 800 free events across the summer and autumn school holidays, including activities for young people in regional areas.
During the summer school holidays young people could become involved to 500 activities across the state, including tennis, rugby, cricket and basketball, alongside creative workshops and outdoor programs.
The PCYC is offering many activities throughout the holidays travelling to Menindee and Wilcannia.
PCYC Gunnedah Club Manager Jessica Blair said the PCYC Broken Hill and PCYC Gunnedah’s Holiday Break program is specifically designed to address the unique needs of young people in regional areas.
“For many young people in these communities, school holidays can be a time of isolation, with limited recreational options available.
“By offering structured, supervised activities like the 3-on-3 basketball tournament in Menindee and multisport programs in Wee Waa and Wilcannia, the program helps keep young people engaged in positive, social activities.
“Many of the activities are designed to enhance physical fitness, mental well-being and life skills, all while providing an alternative to the challenges that come with long school holidays in regional communities.”
As part of the effort an interactive map has been created showing what’s on where and can be found at nsw.gov.au/regional-nsw/holiday-fun-for-regional-youth.
