Minister for Indigenous Australians
New figures have confirmed that summer holiday activities in Alice Springs and remote communities across Central Australia, funded by the Albanese Labor Government, have been a great success.
Over the 2024-25 summer holidays, there were more than 24,600 attendances across 1,461 activities delivered by community organisations and local councils.
That includes nearly 16,000 attendances in remote communities.
Young people across Central Australia had the opportunity to learn new skills and stay active, with families coming together to share in the fun.
In Alice Springs, some of the most popular activities were ten pin bowling, roller skating, laser tag and cinema screenings.
In remote communities, young people and their families enjoyed dodgeball, bush trips, arts and crafts, music and cooking workshops. The community and family BBQs also had strong turnouts.
The Albanese Government is investing $3.2 million to support school holiday activities in Central Australia over the next two years.
Quotes attributable to the Minister for Indigenous Australians, Senator Malarndirri McCarthy:
"With over 24,000 attendances across Central Australia, the summer school holiday programs funded by the Albanese Labor Government have been a tremendous success.
"Through these investments, we are empowering local councils and community-run organisations to give children and teenagers in Alice Springs and our remote communities opportunities to learn and have fun in a safe environment.
"It's not just about giving kids something to do over the school break - it's about bringing communities together.
"I look forward to seeing these programs continue to grow and evolve, providing lasting and positive impacts throughout Central Australia."
Quotes attributable to the Member for Lingiari, Marion Scrymgour:
"The school holiday activities program in Central Australia over summer has been very popular.
"It makes an enormous difference when young people and families can come together in a social and positive space.
"This year's school holiday activities program provided a healthy alternative and safe place for young people to come together and learn, play and keep fit.
"I congratulate everyone who was involved in delivering this effective and beneficial program".
