Council is offering FREE safety checks for child seats, harnesses and booster seats. Any additional costs incurred for equipment for will not be covered by Council. This ticket offer is restricted to a limit of two child car seat safety checks per address. Redeemable only at Picton Tyre & Mechanical Services, 182 Argyle Street, Picton. Bookings essential through Picton Tyre & Mechanical. Phone 4677 1777 to make an appointment. Vouchers will be issued out within 5 business days.

Join our FREE SustainaDilly Workshop and learn practical, hands-on skills to live more sustainably, connect with your community, and have fun along the way. From composting to veggie gardening, there’s something for everyone — no experience needed. Participants may also have the chance to help coat our COB oven with clay, featuring a bit of mud-stomping and rendering for those who want to get involved. Spots are limited — register today!

FREE MUSIC & CREATIVE ARTS DAY - Ages 5-15 Years old We’re hitting the road and bringing our Mobile Music & Creative Arts Studio out to Warragamba for a full day of hands-on creativity, noise-making, and pure holiday fun! Step inside the bus and jump into: Jamming on drums, percussion, guitars, and keyboards DJ’ing + beat-making Recording + music production A super fun space for young people to explore sound, create music, and try something new — River Road style. Then balance it out with a hit of visual creativity featuring: Make-your-own artwork sessions Puppet-making workshops with the awesome Alesha! It’s raw, playful, expressive, and perfect for all levels. If you're keen for a day of music, art, and big creative energy — we’ll see you at Warragamba!

Give your child the confidence to get riding these school holidays! Our Try 2 Wheels Learn-to-Ride program, delivered by the experienced team at Addvantageous, is designed to help young people build essential bike-handling skills in a fun, safe and supportive environment. Whether they’re just starting out or looking to boost their balance, braking and control, this session focuses on practical, hands-on learning to help every rider feel more confident on two wheels. Bikes and helmets can be provided if needed, and no prior experience is required. Please bring your own bike. Spots are limited — register now to secure a place!

Give your child the confidence to get riding these school holidays! Our Try 2 Wheels Learn-to-Ride program, delivered by the experienced team at Addvantageous, is designed to help young people build essential bike-handling skills in a fun, safe and supportive environment. Whether they’re just starting out or looking to boost their balance, braking and control, this session focuses on practical, hands-on learning to help every rider feel more confident on two wheels. Bikes and helmets can be provided if needed, and no prior experience is required. Please bring your own bike. Spots are limited — register now to secure a place!

Step Back in Time: Pioneer Holiday Adventure! These school holidays, children can explore what life was like in Australia’s past through fun, hands-on activities that bring history to life. Activities may include: Colonial cottage experience Trying old-fashioned tools and equipment Experiencing a “Laundry Day” the pioneer way Using hand-operated farm tools Learning about coal mining Attending a bush school lesson Discovering local dairy farming A fun and interactive way to explore history — limited spots available!

FREE Cricket Clinic - Ages 5-15 Years old Come and join the fun at our FREE Cricket Clinic! Perfect for beginners and young players looking to sharpen their skills, this session will cover batting, bowling, fielding, and teamwork in a supportive and friendly environment. Qualified coaches will guide participants through fun activities and games designed to build confidence and a love for cricket.

Join us for a FREE 30-minute Parkour ‘Come & Try’ session! Kids will learn the fundamentals of movement and parkour-style play using natural elements such as playground equipment and sandstone blocks, along with a small purpose-built setup to help them build confidence and skills. After the guided session, participants are welcome to stay and keep practising in a safe, supported environment. No experience needed — just bring your energy and sense of adventure!

Join us for a FREE 30-minute Parkour ‘Come & Try’ session! Kids will learn the fundamentals of movement and parkour-style play using natural elements such as playground equipment and sandstone blocks, along with a small purpose-built setup to help them build confidence and skills. After the guided session, participants are welcome to stay and keep practising in a safe, supported environment. No experience needed — just bring your energy and sense of adventure!

Join us for a FREE 30-minute Parkour ‘Come & Try’ session! Kids will learn the fundamentals of movement and parkour-style play using natural elements such as playground equipment and sandstone blocks, along with a small purpose-built setup to help them build confidence and skills. After the guided session, participants are welcome to stay and keep practising in a safe, supported environment. No experience needed — just bring your energy and sense of adventure!

Join us for a FREE 30-minute Parkour ‘Come & Try’ session! Kids will learn the fundamentals of movement and parkour-style play using natural elements such as playground equipment and sandstone blocks, along with a small purpose-built setup to help them build confidence and skills. After the guided session, participants are welcome to stay and keep practising in a safe, supported environment. No experience needed — just bring your energy and sense of adventure!

Learn valuable lifesaving skills in this hands-on first aid course designed especially for young people. Participants will gain practical knowledge in basic first aid, CPR, and how to respond in an emergency situation with confidence. This free course is a great opportunity to build skills for everyday life, school, sport, and future employment. All materials are provided.

Get crafty these school holidays with a hands-on DIY workshop at Bunnings! Kids will have the chance to build, create, and decorate their own project while learning simple skills and having fun in a safe, supervised environment. Check out an example of the amazing canvas at this link https://www.instagram.com/reels/DMH7m2PKxrP/ All materials are provided, and children get to take home their finished creation, so be sure to book your spot and let your kids unleash their creativity while having fun in the process! Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

BRICKS 4 KIDZ Programs build on the universal popularity of LEGO® Bricks to deliver a high quality of educational play. Workshops explore architecture, engineering and technology concepts as kids build motorised models using LEGO® Bricks! Junior Robotics using WEDO® 2.0 and Advanced Robotics using MINDSTORMS® EV3, students will learn basic concepts of robotics and computer programming as well.

Get crafty these school holidays with a hands-on DIY workshop at Bunnings! Kids will have the chance to build, create, and decorate their own project while learning simple skills and having fun in a safe, supervised environment. Check out an example of the amazing canvas at this link https://www.instagram.com/reels/DMH7m2PKxrP/ All materials are provided, and children get to take home their finished creation, so be sure to book your spot and let your kids unleash their creativity while having fun in the process! Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

⚾FREE Baseball Clinic for 5-15 Year Olds! 9.00am - 10.30am⚾ Is your child ready to tackle the fun this school holiday? Join us for a FREE Baseball clinic and give them the chance to learn new skills, make new friends, and have loads of fun! Whether they're a beginner or already love the game, this clinic is perfect for all levels. 🏆 Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

FREE GAMES2U Gaming and Yard Games - Ages 5-15 Years old Best of both worlds bringing the screens and the real outdoor games to you With 6 massive screens, you can keep the excitement going by playing 6 different games at once! Whether it’s Minecraft, FC, Mario Kart World, or Rocket League, everyone gets to dive into their favourite game without waiting their turn. It’s the perfect setup for ultimate multiplayer action and nonstop entertainment! Games2u brings the ultimate collection of giant yard games to keep everyone entertained for hours! Whether indoors or outdoors, there’s something for everyone— ages 5 and up, making them a great way to bring friends, family, and colleagues together. Go BIG with all-time favorites like GIANT Jenjos, Connect 4, Bucket Pong, Snakes & Ladders, Noughts & Crosses, Cornhole, and many more!

FREE GOLF Clinic for 5–9 Year Olds! ⛳️ Is your child ready to tee off into fun these school holidays? Join us for a FREE Golf Clinic where they’ll learn new skills, make new friends, and enjoy a great day on the green! Whether they're picking up a club for the first time or already love the game, this clinic is perfect for all levels. 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️ Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

FREE GOLF Clinic for 10–14 Year Olds! ⛳️ Is your child ready to tee off into fun these school holidays? Join us for a FREE Golf Clinic where they’ll learn new skills, make new friends, and enjoy a great day on the green! Whether they're picking up a club for the first time or already love the game, this clinic is perfect for all levels. 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️ Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

FREE Skateboarding Clinic - Ages 5-9 Years old Join in the fun and learn new skills at our free Skateboarding Clinic! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to build on your tricks, experienced coaches will guide you through the basics of balance, technique, and skate park safety. All equipment is provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own board and helmet if you prefer. Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

FREE Skateboarding Clinic - Ages 10-15 Years old Join in the fun and learn new skills at our free Skateboarding Clinic! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to build on your tricks, experienced coaches will guide you through the basics of balance, technique, and skate park safety. All equipment is provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own board and helmet if you prefer. Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

🏉 FREE AFL Clinic for 5-15 Year Olds! 9.00am - 10.30am🏉 Is your child ready to tackle the fun this school holiday? Join us for a FREE AFL clinic and give them the chance to learn new skills, make new friends, and have loads of fun! Whether they're a beginner or already love the game, this clinic is perfect for all levels. 🏆 Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program. Following the come and try session, if your child enjoys the experience, why not consider registering to stay for the AFL NSW camp that will continue on from 10:30am until 3pm. See links to register in description below. This Program is for anyone aged 5-12 years old. Your child will experience 6 hours of AFL fun they will also receive an activity booklet and an AFL footy to take home! All for $55. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity, register now to secure your spot. Auskick 5 - 7 Years Old: https://www.playhq.com/afl/register/ae7962 Auskick 8 - 12 Years Old: https://www.playhq.com/afl/register/1b94df

🏉 FREE AFLL Clinic for 5-15 Year Olds! 🏉 Is your child ready to tackle the fun this school holiday? Join us for a FREE AFL clinic and give them the chance to learn new skills, make new friends, and have loads of fun! Whether they're a beginner or already love the game, this clinic is perfect for all levels. 🏆 Parents or carers must stay onsite for the duration of the program.

Embark on an Exclusive Wildlife Adventure! Enjoy the privilege of having the sanctuary all to yourselves, supporting conservation efforts while immersing in Australia's diverse wildlife. Book now for an unforgettable wildlife journey. Parents or carers must stay onsite.

Accidents can happen anytime—are you prepared to respond? Whether you're a parent, carer, volunteer, student, teacher, or simply someone who wants to be ready when it matters most, this is your chance to gain essential, life-saving skills—completely free of charge. Join us for a nationally recognised First Aid Training session (HLTAID011—Provide First Aid) and learn how to act confidently and effectively in an emergency. This training could make all the difference. It is available only to Wollondilly residents. Please be advised that this training requires completion of online modules prior to attending the practical face-to-face session. Participants must be 14+ and live in the Wollondilly Shire.

The historically iconic Huff N' Puff will return to Thirlmere to challenge professional runners in a foot race against a steam engine from Buxton Railway Station to Thirlmere along with a Family Fun Run from Couridjah Railway Station to Thirlmere Railway Station. Offering a unique run or walk experience, the Huff N' Puff will offer competitors and spectators an exclusive Steam Train ride from Thirlmere to Couridjah or Buxton Stations, where competitors will disembark to commence their return race against the Steam Train. HUFF N’ PUFF DETAILS Location: NSW Rail Museum - Thirlmere Registration: From 6.00am Train Ride: 8.00am Huff & Puff Race Start: 8.45am Family Fun Run Start: 8.45am Please ensure you have read the Huff N' Puff Terms & Conditions prior to purchasing your tickets.

Come celebrate the festive season and close the year at our Cafe Connect Christmas Party with new friends we've made along the way. The Buxton Public School Choir will be joining us to sing some special Christmas carols. Don't miss out on the special celebration * Please be advised that the limit is 1 ticket per booking. If you are booking for a family or friends, you will need to make separate bookings.