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7 April 2025

Young people to take the spotlight this April   

Council to celebrate Youth Week with festivities across the month 

Youth Week band

NSW Youth Week in the Tweed will feature Murbah Youth Fest – the biggest celebration of young people in the Tweed

The Tweed will come alive this April with a dynamic line-up of events to celebrate NSW Youth Week 2025 - and there'll be plenty of options for young people to have fun and showcase their creativity over the NSW school holiday period.

NSW Youth Week runs from 9–17 April and is an opportunity for young people across the state to come together in their local communities. This year’s theme is all about celebrating every young person’s unique strengths and recognising their individual and collective power as our current and future influencers, leaders and decision-makers.

Tweed Shire Mayor Chris Cherry said the extended celebrations reflected the value the community places on its young people.

“Our young people are the heart of the Tweed’s future,” Cr Cherry said.

“NSW Youth Week is a great opportunity to celebrate their energy and ideas – and to show them we’re listening, we value their voices, and we’re here to support them to thrive.

“It’s also great that this week falls within the school holidays, as we have some fantastic events and activities for young people of all ages to enjoy!”

Returning this year is Murbah Youth Fest 2025 – the biggest celebration of young people in the Tweed and its major youth-led event. It will take place on Saturday 12 April from 10 am to 4 pm at Knox Park Murwillumbah.

Festival favourites Battle of the Bands and Talent Quest will be back, alongside exciting new additions including a Cosplay Contest, an art stall for young artists to showcase and sell their work, and a variety of market stalls for young creatives.

Now in its 3rd year, the festival is growing and improving every year. It is organised by the team at the Murwillumbah Community Centre and supported by the Murwillumbah Youth Action Group – a dedicated group of young people who help bring the event to life while building leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills. The group received the 2024 Community Event of the Year award at Council’s Australia Day Awards for their efforts on last year’s festival.

As part of Youth Week 2025 celebrations, Tweed Regional Museum and Tweed Regional Gallery are hosting a series of hands-on workshops to inspire and engage young creatives.

At Tweed Regional Museum, participants can dive into the world of accessories and digital art with two exciting workshops for ages 12 and up: Charms for the Charming – Jewellery Workshop with Each to Own and a Digital Drawing Workshop with illustrator led by Phoebe Paradise who designed the creative behind the museum’s latest exhibition, How to Draw A Dinosaur.

The Tweed Regional Gallery will host a series of free drop-in sessions for young people wanting to make their own stunning woven wristbands with Bulaan Buruugaa Ngali artist Kyra Togo.

Richmond Tweed Regional Libraries will also be offering a writing masterclass as part of Byron Writers Festival and a martial arts demonstration.

At Youth Week 2025 we also acknowledge the recent adoption of Council’s new Youth Outdoor Recreation Action Plan 2025–2035 which was developed in consultation with more than 500 young people. It outlines a bold vision to improve outdoor spaces across the Tweed and create more inclusive, active and welcoming environments for young residents.

Following are details of Tweed 2025 Youth Week & Easter School holiday events and activities:
 
Murbah Youth Fest*
Saturday 12 April
10 am to 4 pm
Knox Park Murwillumbah
Free event – No booking required

Tweed Regional Museum workshops 
Charms for the Charming Jewellery Workshop with Each to Own*
Create your own jewellery in this engaging workshop for young creatives
Thursday 10 April 5.30pm – 7pm | Ages 12+
$15 plus booking fee - Bookings essential
To book visit Humanitix via events.humanitix.com/charms-for-the-charming

Digital Drawing Workshop with Phoebe Paradise*
Unlock your artistic potential at our Digital Drawing Workshop with Phoebe Paradise
Saturday 12 April 3pm – 5pm | Ages 12+
$15 plus booking fee - Bookings essential
To book visit Humanitix via events.humanitix.com/digital-drawing-with-phoebe-paradise-ludrvgvr

This workshop is part of the NSW Youth Week 2025 program and is supported by the NSW Government through the Department of Community and Justice.

Tweed Regional Gallery workshops
Art Play – Woven Wristband (make your own woven wristband)
Drop in and create a woven wristband with Bulaan Buruugaa Ngali artist Kyra Togo
Wednesday 9 April 2025 | 11 am - 1 pm
Friday 11 April 2025 | 11 am - 1 pm
Wednesday 23 April 2025 | 11 am - 1 pm
Free event – No booking required

Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre
2 Mistral Road (corner Tweed Valley Way) Murwillumbah South
More information For children and families | Tweed Regional Gallery

Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre (TRAC) – Murwillumbah
Make a splash these school holidays!
The slide and diving boards will be open every day during the NSW and QLD holidays.
Every day from 10am – 3pm 
$10 per person or $36 for a family of 4
TRAC Murwillumbah
Tumbulgum Road Murwillumbah

Richmond Tweed Regional Libraries
Senior Students Writing Masterclass with Byron Writers Festival & Storyboard
Join author and teacher Melaina Faranda for a series of masterclasses where students will learn and experiment with a range of creative writing and screenwriting techniques
Thursday 10 April 4 – 5.30pm | Ages 13 – 17
Free event – bookings essential
Murwillumbah Library,10 Tumbulgum Road Murwillumbah
To register visit Humanitix via events.humanitix.com/storyboard-masterclass-2025-murwillumbah-senior

Aikido (Japanese martial art) Demonstration
Thursday 17 April 11.30am
Tweed Heads Library
Brett Street Tweed Heads
Free event – no booking required

To find out more about NSW Youth Week 2025 visit NSW Youth Week 2025 | NSW Government 

*This event is part of the NSW Youth Week 2025 program and is supported by the NSW Government through the Department of Community and Justice. 

To find a local event, visit Youth Week events | NSW Government

 

Other activities happening across April for children and young people:

Tweed Regional Museum

Mini Museum Explorers (suitable for 3+)
Join Tweed Regional Museum for some storytelling, song, craft activities and more!
Every Thursday 10 – 10.30 am
Free event – No bookings required

Dino Mash-up Kids’ Holiday Workshops (suitable for 5+)

Tuesday 15 April  10.30 – 11.30 am
Thursday 17 April 10.30 – 11.30 am
Tuesday 22 April  10.30 – 11.30 am

Thursday 24 April  10.30 – 11.30 am
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
$5 +booking fee. To book visit humanitix
 

Wild Rangers: Wildlife to You! (Educational show with native animals)
Wednesday 16 April 10.30 -11.30am
Jurassic Joe: Dinosaur Show (Musical sing along, early childhood) Wednesday 23 April, 10:30-11:30am
Cost $5 per child + booking fee (parents and carers are free – max 1 accompanying adult per child) - Bookings essential
To book visit humanitix

Tweed Regional Museum
2 Queensland Road Murwillumbah
More information Events, workshops and more | Tweed Regional Museum

Gallery Playdate for small visitors
Tweed Regional Gallery
Head to the gallery foyer for creativity and fun! Relaxed and engaging sessions are for children aged 6 months - 5 years and their carers.
Wednesday 2 April 9 am - 10 am
Wednesday 7 May 9 am - 10 am
Bookings essential
To book visit humanitix

*This workshop is part of the NSW Youth Week 2025 program and is supported by the NSW Government through the Department of Community and Justice.

ENDS

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NSW Youth Week runs from 9–17 April and is an opportunity for young people across the state to come together in their local communities. 

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Caption: NSW Youth Week runs from 9–17 April and is an opportunity for young people across the state to come together in their local communities (Pictured Murbah Youth Fest). 

  

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