Youths hit the highs at festival
THE third annual Rosewood Youth Festival has transformed Tom
Lenihan Skate Park into a hive of activity.
Youth support organisation Young Life worked in partnership
with the Ipswich City Council to coordinate the event which was held yesterday.
From jumping castles and food stalls to live music and face
painting this year’s Youth Festival had it all.
Younger festival goers enjoyed tucking into sno-cones, while
teenagers impressed the crowd with their skating skills.
Mother of five Celia Rayner said her children revelled in
the free festival fun provided on the day.
“All of the kids really enjoyed it,” she said.
“It’s a great event and really brings the community
together.”
John Beutel, head of Young Life Rosewood, is passionate
about local youth and runs a number of programs in the area.
“Young Life do a lot around Rosewood, the annual Youth
Festival is one of our bigger events,” he said.
“Our key focus is engaging with the youth of Rosewood and
getting them involved with their community.”
Budding musician, 18-year-old Alex Dowdle, performed at this
year’s Youth Festival.
“I’ve been every year and this year is definitely the
largest turn out yet,” he said.
Councillor David Pahlke also joined in the festivities.
“The event is a fun, positive way to bring the youth of
Rosewood together,” he said.
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