PCYC Napranum kicked off Youth Week 2025 celebrations with community members getting messy in the Colour Xplosion Fun Run. Photo: Supplied.
After an eventful five days of exploding colours, sports, laughter and learning, PCYC Aurukun and Napranum are celebrating another successful Youth Week.
During Youth Week, young people in the two communities were treated to an activity-filled schedule that celebrated their place in the world.
“This week’s activities as part of Youth Week were a highlight of our year so far,” PCYC Napranum club manager Sergeant Rhonda Spence said.
“Our many activities were planned as a celebration and an acknowledgement of their achievements and contributions.
“A variety of ages were supported, and it was so wonderful to see our older youth supporting and encouraging their younger peers.”
Aside from activities like arts and crafts, ping pong cup challenges, a mental health showcase and the ever-popular Colour Xplosion Fun Run, Sergeant Spence said trips to Weipa over the five days had been a big hit.
“Sixty youth went to Weipa to participate in a slime obstacle course, and a further 55 youth over 12 years old had a celebration night at the Weipa Aquatic Centre,” she said.
“It was clear to see that our youth love to participate in activities and events held in Weipa.
“Our focus over the remaining year will be to register and participate in sporting events and activities to support youth development that are being held in Weipa and surrounding areas.”
PCYC Aurukun also hosted a Colour Xplosion Fun Run in addition to their annual Club & Culture sporting tournament, in which youth were put into three teams to compete for the perpetual shield.
“[It was] a great day of sports and games with teamwork and leadership on display for the community, with parents and families making the effort to come down and spectate,” PCYC Aurukun club manager Sergeant Steve Armstrong-Ravula said.
“Everyone thoroughly enjoyed watching their kids get involved, and seeing them try their best in the competition.”
PCYC Aurukun’s annual Club and Culture sporting tournament was a hit with youth and their proud families during Youth Week 2025 celebrations on western Cape York. Photo: Supplied.
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