Kids get crafty

By Emily Donohoe

Jan 14, 2025

Scarlett Scambler, 9, Marley Davey, 8, Joey Davey, 5, and Elise Owen, 8, proudly show off their Bogong moths at Echuca library on Monday, January 13. Photos: Emily Donohoe Photo by Emily Donohoe

Echuca library has played host to an array of fun activities these school holidays, including the National Gallery of Victoria Kids on Tour program.

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On Monday, January 13, the crayons were put to good use for a Bogong moth craft creation.

Echuca library hosted the NGV Kids on Tour program on Monday, January 13 and Tuesday, January 14. Photo by Emily Donohoe

Based on a painting by Wadawurrung artist Dr Deanne Gilson, the activity gave the junior artists insight into the First Nations history of the moth, native to southern parts of Australia.

Tuesday, January 14 brought out the inner fashion designer, with the kids creating paper dolls and accompanying outfits.

Mandela Morssinkhof, 7, and Clara Joyce, 7, with their Bogong moths. Photo by Emily Donohoe

The looks embraced colours and patterns inspired by Collective Closets’ designers and sisters Fatuma and Laurinda Ndenzako and their African roots.

Wednesday, January 15, will see Bunnings Echuca take the reins, hosting a craft activity from 2pm.

Bronwyn Cater, 8, and Emerald Cater, 7, called in to the library during a visit to their grandmother from their home near Romsey. Photo by Emily Donohoe

A range of other events are on offer for the rest of the school holidays at the library, with bookings made via the Campaspe Library Services website.

This includes more arts and crafts, along with movie afternoons.