Youth Events

Emerge: Youth Art Awards 2019 

Entries are now open for the 2019 Emerge: Youth Art Awards. Young artists aged 12-25 years are invited to enter original artworks from print and photography to painting, drawing and sculpture. A prize pool of $2,000 is up for grabs. Entries close on 6 July, with the exhibition being held at Tresillian Arts Centre from 2pm-6pm on Saturday 27 July. All artwork must be delivered to Tresillian Arts Centre, 21 Tyrell St Nedlands by 22 July 2019.

Award Categories:

Resident's Award

• First Prize $500
• Commendation $250

Open Award

• First Prize $500
• Commendation $250

People's Choice Award

• First Prize $500

To register as an artist, click here or download the entry form here. Email Chris Cottle on ccottle@nedlands.wa.gov.au or call 9273 3500 to find out more.

Splashfest - Coming March 2020

Splashfest is set to come alive again in March, ready to provide the best day of wet’n’wild fun under the sun.  From 2pm-5pm, Swanbourne Reserve is the best place to beat the heat for an afternoon of free, water-filled family fun with slides, rides, games, stalls and more. There is also a chillout marquee where people can take a break from making a splash to relax and enjoy the entertainment on offer. Presented by the City of Nedlands and Nedlands Youth Advisory Council, Splashfest is a popular annual event for youth, children and families that creates a dynamic hub of music, recreation, performance and community. To find out more, call Chris Cottle on 9273 3500 or email ccottle@nedlands.wa.gov.au