Events on 18th Apr 2025

Get ready for fun during these summer school holidays!

We have a range of fun and exciting programs lined up for the school holidays.

Why not pop along to our libraries which have lots of fun activities going on.

Many of the City of Wanneroo’s school holiday programs are free, while others are provided at a minimal cost.

For more information on these activities, and many more click below!

School Holiday activities

Opening hours

• Wednesday to Saturday // 10am to 4pm
• Closed Monday, Tuesday, Sunday and public holidays

The Antipodean Manifesto exhibition is currently on display at the Wanneroo Regional Gallery, and features a selection of paintings, drawings, prints and ceramics by the seven artists and one historian who formed the Antipodean group in Melbourne in 1969.

Drawn from The State Art Collection, it explores the social and political context of late 1950s Australia.

To find out more about the exhibition, visit the Art Gallery Western Australia's website.

The Antipodean Manifesto - Curator Talk & Slow Looking Experience

When: Wednesday 2 April // 10am to 11am
Where: Wanneroo Regional Gallery, Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre, Rocca Way, Wanneroo

Join Curator Emma Bitmead for an immersive slow-looking experience of The Antipodean Manifesto.

Dive deep into the artwork and uncover stories behind the exhibition as Emma shares her curatorial vision and insights.

Reserve a spot

Visitor comments

- "This Antipodean Collection was sublime, inspiring and humble all together. Thank you for the experience of this viewing."

- "BRILLIANT. A feast for the eyes!"

Pictured above: Charles Blackman. Triptych Alice 1957. Oil and enamel on Masonite. The State Art Collection, The Art Gallery of Western Australia. Photo: Bo Wong 

Wannagrow Giveaway at Community Waste Drop-Off Weekend

Pick up free native shrubs and tree seedlings at the City's Community Waste Drop-Off Weekend. Available on the Saturday only, while stocks last.

• Date: Saturday 5 April
• Time: 8am to 4pm
• Location: Ashby Operations Centre (North Entrance), 1204 Wanneroo Road, Ashby
• Tickets: No registration needed, but stock will be given out on a first-in, first served basis.

Gardening workshops for kids

Help your child develop a love for gardening. This special WA Tree Festival free event will teach kids (8+) how to grow their own food, care for plants, and embrace sustainability. Plus, they’ll take home seedlings to plant! 

• Date: Tuesday 15 April
• Time: 10:30am
• Location: Buckingham House, 10 Neville Drive Wanneroo. Parking available off Scenic Drive.
• Tickets: Spots are limited, book now to secure your spot.

A magical celebration of trees

Discover the wonder of trees through stories and songs at this enchanting morning with Faerie Cara! This lively session will feature music, storytelling, and crafts to spark creativity while learning about the wonders of trees. From saplings to old growth forests, kids will learn about the importance of your neighbourhood trees and how to take care of them. 

• Date: Wednesday 23 April
• Time: 10:30am
• Location: Clarkson Library
• Tickets: Spots are limited, book now to secure your spot.

• Date: Wednesday 23 April
• Time 1:30pm
• Location: Yanchep/Two Rocks Library
• Tickets: Spots are limited, book now to secure your spot.

• Date: Thursday 24 April
• Time: 10:30am
• Location: Wanneroo Library
• Tickets: Spots are limited, book now to secure your spot.

• Date: Thuresday 24 April
• Time: 1:30pm
• Location: Girrawheen Library
• Tickets: Spots are limited, book now to secure your spot.