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Latrobe City Libraries
In conjunction with our annual livestream of the Sydney Writers Festival, Latrobe City Libraries is running two special family workshops which may be of interest - cupcake decorating and cartooning!
As an added bonus, if you attend the cartoon workshop, you can watch the livestream of Jeff Kinney, author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, as he performs his ‘Hot Mess’ show.
Saturday 24 May: Traralgon Library
10am to 11am Baker’s Delight: livestream from Sydney Writers Festival, meet some of the country’s most influential bakers as they discuss their love of sweet things
11am to 12noon Cupcake Workshop.
Sunday 25 May: Traralgon Library
11am to 12noon Cartoon Workshop
12noon to 1pm Jeff Kinney ‘The Hot Mess Show’ livestream from Sydney Writers Festival
Tickets are free and bookings are advised for most sessions. Bookings are essential for the cartoon workshop due to the limited number of places available. More information is available here.
Latrobe City - HEX High Accelerator Program
We are excited to share a fantastic opportunity for young people in Latrobe City aged 15-17!
Thanks to the support of Latrobe City Council, you can now participate in the award-winning HEX High Accelerator Program—completely free of charge!
This six-week program, developed in partnership with leading innovators, empowers students to explore entrepreneurship, innovation, and business building. With mentorship from industry leaders and certification by The University of Sydney, this is a golden chance to gain practical skills, boost future career prospects, and have an unforgettable learning experience.
🗓 Dates: 28 July- 7 September 2025
📍 Format: Hybrid (online workshops + live mentoring sessions)
👩🎓 Eligibility: Young people in Latrobe City aged 15-17
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- Week 1: Founder’s Mindset
- Week 2: Problem-Solution Brainstorming
- Week 3: Market Analysis
- Week 4: Business Model Canvas
- Week 5: Prototyping & Branding
- Week 6: Pitching
🎓 Recognition: Gain credits from The University of Sydney.
Secure your spot today! Seats are limited, so don’t wait.