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26 June, 2022

Get Creative this school holidays

REGISTER for the Comfiest Day of the Year


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The Pyjama Foundation are calling on Australians to register to don their PJs and create change this National Pyjama Day. 

July 22 officially marks The Pyjama Foundation’s vital fundraiser, National Pyjama Day. 

National Pyjama Day is all about helping The Pyjama Foundation raise much-needed awareness and funds for children in foster care. 

Supporters from across Australia are getting ready to rock their PJs at work, school and everywhere in between. 

The Pyjama Foundation Founder and CEO, Bronwyn Sheehan OAM, said she was proud to see the Australian community back the fundraiser to support so many vulnerable children in our community. 

“With one month to go, I am calling on the Australian community to register and support the 49,000 children in care in Australia. 

“Sign up today and get ready to rock your PJs this July for kids in care.” 

Bronwyn said the impact of the Love of Learning Program over the last 19 years has had a massive impact on the lives of so many. 

“When I first considered bringing The Pyjama Foundation to life more than 18 years ago, never did I realise the potential impact that would be made,” she said. 

“Our volunteer Pyjama Angels support children in building their learning, life skills and confidence to ultimately improve the trajectory of their lives.” 

National Pyjama Day is vital to the success of the Love of Learning Program which is offered to children in foster care - Australia’s lowest performing educational group. 

Register or find out more about National Pyjama Day, please visit, nationalpyjamaday.com

For more information on The Pyjama Foundation, please visit,thepyjamafoundation.com.


CAIRNS REGIONAL COUNCIL is hosting a range of magical, creative and mindful activities in the region’s libraries and gallery spaces to keep the kids occupied these school holidays. 

From tessellation art t-shirt printing at the Botanic Gardens Visitors Centre, to magic shows or Yoga and Mindful Craft sessions at Cairns Libraries, there is something to suit every child’s interest. 

Cairns Libraries is hosting a variety of activities across its seven locations from Monday to Saturday each week of the school holidays including: 

• Harry Potter Magic Show with the White Wizard 

• Fairy Poppilina 

• Yoga and Mindful Craft 

• Makerspace - Design your own library bag 

• Natura STEAM Workshop 

• LEGO Mania & Story Writing 

• STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths) Explorer Stations. 

For creative types, Cairns Botanic Gardens Visitors’ Centre will host a printmaking workshop for children where they will learn about tessellation then create their own wearable ‘Tessell-art’ t-shirt or tote bag. 

The activity is suitable for children five years and over, and children are invited to return for a fashion show at the end of the school holidays to show off the design they created. 

Registration is essential. Workshop session times are: 

• Tuesday June 28 – Session 1, 10am to midday; Session 2, 1pm-3pm 

• Thursday June 30 – Session 1, 10am to midday; Session 2, 1pm-3pm Visit, the MyCairns app or the What’s on page of Council’s website or Cairns Libraries website to find all the workshop details. 

As well as workshops and activities, there are plenty of free and fun things to do in and around the region these holidays. 

Try these ideas: 

• While away the day at Cairns Esplanade and the Esplanade dining precinct. Swim at the Lagoon, play at Muddy’s Playground, go for a stroll or a bike ride, play at the fun ship, grab an ice cream or have a barbeque. (Please note: The Lagoon is closed every Wednesday from 6am to midday for regular cleaning and maintenance.) 

• Explore the natural environment and tropical plant life at Cairns Botanic Gardens and Cattana Wetlands. Children will also love the Nature Playground, located at Freshwater Lake on Greenslopes St (near the Zhanjiang Friendship Garden). 

Get active along the many cycling and walking tracks in Cairns. Challenge yourself on the popular Arrow tracks through Mt Whitfield Conservation Park, behind the Cairns Botanic Gardens in Edge Hill, or try the Ivan Evans Trail in Bayview Heights, or the Earl Hill track in Trinity Beach.

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