Ararat Rural City Council is inviting local children to join Coding Club at the Ararat Library, with weekly after‑school sessions restarting on Wednesday 4 February, from 4 pm to 5 pm.
Designed for children aged 8 to 11, Coding Club gives young people the chance to create their own computer game, experiment with beginner-friendly programming, and explore how code works in the real world. This year, participants can also try robotics using the library's new Sphero Bolt+ robots, learning to drive and program them around the library space.
Children are welcome to come along when it suits them, without needing to commit to the full term, with staff ready to meet kids at their own level of experience. The Ararat Library now has laptops available, so participants can get involved even if they do not have a device at home.
To keep each session relaxed and hands‑on, group sizes will be limited to around four or five children, with the option of a second group on another afternoon if demand is high. Coding Club helps children build a strong foundation in programming, as well as boosting their STEM skills, problem‑solving abilities, and confidence in navigating the digital world.
Mayor, Cr Bob Sanders, said Coding Club was a great way for young people to connect and grow. "When kids sit side by side, having a go at coding, building a game, or getting a robot to do what they want, they are not just learning a new skill, they are building friendships and confidence too," Cr Sanders said. "Council wants to see our young people curious, connected, and backing themselves to try something new, and Coding Club is a terrific place to start."
Parents and carers who would like to register their child's interest or find out more can contact the Ararat Library during opening hours on (03) 5350 2204 or Email .
