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2025 National Summer Art Scholarship

📢 Attention future arts workers! The 2025 National Summer Art Scholarship is now open for applications!

🎨If you’re in Year 10 or equivalent and passionate about a career in the arts, this is your chance to connect with a creative network of like-minded peers and arts professionals and gain invaluable experience.

📅 Applications open: 1 August 2024

📅 Applications close: 20 October 2024

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!

National Summer Art Scholarship - National Gallery of Australia (nga.gov.au)

🎃 The Infamous Annual Halloween Pop-Up Party at the Church Lawns & Todd Mall! 🎃

Join us for a frightfully fun afternoon at our Halloween Pop-Up Party on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Todd Mall Lawns!

Get ready for an enchanting experience filled with:

👻 The Retail Trick ‘r’ Treat Trail

Can you guess the picture clues as you wander through our spooky trail and collect delicious treats along the way?

🏆 Best Dressed Competition

Show off your Halloween spirit in our best dressed competition! Categories include:

Best Dressed Kid
Best Dressed Family
Best Dressed Pet

🎭 Spooky Entertainment

An afternoon of our scare crew and thrilling performances that will send shivers down your spine!

🎨 Arts and Craft Activities

Unleash your creativity with crafts perfect for all ages. Make spooky decorations to take home!

🍔 Halloween Food Deals

Satisfy your cravings with special Halloween food deals from our fave restaurants and a small collection of food vans. Enjoy festive snacks and treats that are sure to delight!

Whether you're a little ghost or a seasoned monster, there’s something for everyone. Come in your best costume and join the fun!

Location: Church Lawns, Todd Mall

Date: Friday, October 25, 2024

Time: 4 PM - 7 PM

Don’t miss out on a hauntingly good time! Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable Halloween celebration! 👻✨

25% off experiences in Central Australia

We are thrilled to share that the NT Government has once again extended the Tourism Discount Scheme for accommodation and experiences in Central Australia.

Book our Nocturnal Tour, Desert Park Membership or General Entry through the Tourism Central Australia website below to receive 25% discount.

Alice Springs Desert Park | Discover Central Australia

ASALC Swim School Expanding

Alice spring leisure centre Learn to swim team is wanting to expand!

Why be a swim teacher with us?

Swim teacher is a rewarding job! You’re teaching important life skill to all ages and our community!

Not only are you teaching a life skill you are impacting people’s lives, weather they use the skill to swim laps keep fit or for families to enjoy swimming in their leisure time. Working at Alice springs Aquatics and leisure centre we have flexible hours to suit you! If you’re getting back into the work force, need hours to suit your children’s school hours or even working after school. Swim teaching could be for you or a loved one, as we got flexible hours with really good pay! Teaching our little have a skill that they have for the rest of their life.

Or if you already have Aust swim Credential and looking for more work with flexible hours why not join our team!

If you’re interested please contact us through this email: LTS@asalc.com.au

Become a Casual Swim Instructor! (min 16 years of age)

Beginner’s Driving Lesson Program:

Taking your first step towards driving has never been easier. Our expert guidance simplifies the process of acquiring basic driving skills, ensuring a journey from nervousness to confidence behind the wheel.

Website: www.drivemobnt.au

Booking Link: https://calendly.com/bibek-drivemobnt/1hour

Phone Number: 0497 409 582

Looking forward to helping you achieve students' driving goals.

Headspace Youth Reference Groups

Are you a young trailblazer with a passion for advocacy and youth issues? Look no further! Headspace invites YOU to join our vibrant community of change-makers through our exclusive Reference Groups tailored just for you.

👫 Youth Reference Group: Open to all dynamic individuals aged 12-25, regardless of background. Dive into meaningful conversations about mental and physical health while shaping the future of youth engagement in our community. Your voice matters, and together, we'll influence the governance of our center, ensuring it resonates with the pulse of today's youth.

🌿 Aboriginal Youth Reference Group: Calling all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth aged 12-25! Be the driving force behind positive change within our community. Join us in amplifying the voices of Aboriginal youth in Alice Springs and Headspace. Together, we'll craft innovative solutions to enhance accessibility, tailor services, and foster a supportive environment for all.

💼 Exclusive Benefits: As valued members, you'll receive a prestigious certificate of participation, enriching your resume/portfolio and showcasing your dedication to community leadership. But that's not all! Gain invaluable networking opportunities with peers and community organizations, unlock your potential through public speaking and leadership workshops, and spearhead impactful community events and educational activities.

🗓️ Commitment & Rewards: Embark on a transformative journey with just one dedicated meeting per month over 12 months. And guess what? We believe in recognizing your efforts! Enjoy exciting incentives for each meeting attended, fueling your motivation to make a difference.

Ready to make your mark and shape the future? Join our Reference Groups today and become a catalyst for positive change in your community! 🚀🌟

No Lights No Lycra

No Lights No Lycra is a weekly lights-off chance to dance in the dark for the pure joy of dancing. It’s a place to shake out the stresses of the week, let go of your inhibitions and completely be yourself.

It occurs in over 75 locations around the world, and Alice Springs sessions are on Thursday nights at 6pm at Red Hot Arts, 67 Bath St. Casual passes are $10, and you can buy a 10 pack for $100 (plus you get one class free!) cash or card.

Women of STEM

To help provide opportunities for young women, last year we launched our Women of STEM Scholarship for women aged 18-20 who are entering their first year of a STEM degree at university.

The Women of STEM Scholarship is a national program and provides women with financial grants of $5,000 per year for the life of their degree, up to a maximum of 5 years . This year we have awarded scholarships to three exceptional female students.

HOME | Women of STEM

ASALC Lifeguards - casual

Casual, rotating roster over 7 days. The position vacancy will be advertised until filled.

What will you get by joining the team?

Work with a close-knit team who has your back.
Be a real part of the community.
You will be appreciated for who you are.
We will support your growth by improving your skills and experience
Great pay and flexible hours.
This position includes weekend and out of regular hours work, paid at applicable rates.

For details on Council’s application process, please see the How to Apply page.

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