Hobsons Bay Youth Services

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This young person's story is being shared as part of Youth Fest Month '24 to raise awareness of resources & opportunities for young people in our community. Visit hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/youngpeople for more information.

🌟 Hey everyone! 🌟 Come and meet David from our counselling team at R U OK? Day at Laverton Community Hub today between 10 - 11.30 am, where Council are hosting a range of free activities.
And remember, check in with your mates this R U OK? Day and show them that you care. A simple conversation can make a huge difference!
Stay awesome and keep spreading kindness! ✨💬

🌟 Employability and Career Skills! 🌟
🚀 Young people are invited to our FREE workshops designed to enhance your employability and career development. Whether needing help with resume writing, interview skills, goal-setting, or financial management, we’ve got it covered!
🌐 Workshops are open to young people aged 14–25 who have a connection to Hobsons Bay (whether they live, work, or study here). Delivered in partnership with Arrive & Thrive and IPC Health.
📌 Visit our website for more details and to secure a spot today! 💪

🎉 Only one more sleep until Youth-Con this Saturday - a celebration of young people in our community!

🌟 Enjoy Live music, Markets, Activities and a day packed with fun! 🎶

📅 7 September 2024
🕒 12-5 PM
📍 Laverton Community Hub
🍔 This FREE event is for ages 12-25 years, so don’t miss out!

Get your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/youth-con-24-tickets-943980931377?aff=oddtdtcreator

🎉 We're counting down to Youth-Con this Saturday - a celebration of young people in our community!

🌟 Enjoy Live music, Markets, Activities and a day packed with fun! 🎶

📅 7 September 2024
🕒 12-5 PM
📍 Laverton Community Hub
🍔 This FREE event is for ages 12-25 years, so don’t miss out!

🌟🎉 September is Youth-Fest month, dedicated to celebrating young people! 🎉🌟

It'll be a month full of free, exciting events including the massive Youth-Con festival, holiday activities, employment workshops & more. It's time for your young person to join in the fun, explore, and make the most of this special month! 🌟 You'll be hearing from some of our local young people throughout the month.

Click the the link to see what Hobsons Bay Youth Services have on offer:

https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-Services/Young-People/Whats-On-for-Young-People-in-Hobsons-Bay/Youth-Fest-2024-in-Hobsons-Bay

🎉🌟 School holidays are almost here! 🌈 Wondering how your young person is going to fill their time? We've got you covered. Check out these FREE activities for ages 12-17! 🙌

📅 Monday 23 – Wednesday 25 Sept: Mural Design and Painting ✨🎨
📅 Tuesday 24 Sept: Indoor sports & rock climbing 🧗‍♂️🏀
📅 Wednesday 25 Sept: Employment skills workshop #1 💼📝
📅 Thursday 26 Sept: DIY edible garden 🌱🍓
📅 Tuesday 1 Oct: Pharaoh NGV exhibition 🏺
📅 Wednesday 2 Oct: Employment skills workshop #2 💼📝
📅 Thursday 3 Oct: Skate competition & drop-in at Newport Youth Services 🛹🏆

For more info or to register your interest, check out https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-Services/Young-People/Whats-On-for-Young-People-in-Hobsons-Bay/Youth-Fest-2024-in-Hobsons-Bay & https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-Services/Young-People/Whats-On-for-Young-People-in-Hobsons-Bay/Spring-Holiday-Activities

🌈Wear It Purple Day: Hobsons Bay Youth Services welcome and are inclusive of all young people across the rainbow. All our programs are inclusive of LGBTQIA+ young people - today and every day! 🎉💜 Everyone has the right to be proud of who they are and who they’re becoming. 🌟

🌟 Do you know an exceptional young person making a difference in our community through volunteering, sports, arts, culture, or caring for the environment? 🌿💫
Nominate them for the Young Citizen of the Year Award and celebrate their amazing achievements! 🙌🎉
👉 Submit your nomination today at: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/citizenawards

🎨✨ Do you have a 14-17 year old looking to do something creative these School Holidays? 🎨✨🎉 Join us for an exciting Street Art Mural Workshop with the amazing Lukas Kasper! 🎨👨‍🎨

🗓 Dates: 23-25 September 2024
🕙 Time: 10 AM - 1 PM
📍 Location: Newport Community Hub
🎨 Project: Create a stunning mural in a Youth Program Room!

With only 8 spots available, this is a unique opportunity to showcase their artistic talents and be part of a community project!

🚀 Interested? Click here: https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Whats-On/Youth-Fest-24-Street-Art-Mural-Workshop-with-Lukas-Kasper

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🎉🎸🛹 As part of Hobsons Bay Youth Fest, YOUTH-CON 24 is an awesome event for 12-25 year olds. It's a day packed with live music, skate workshops, vintage markets, art, FREE FOOD, and more!

📅 Saturday 7 September, 12pm-5pm
📍Laverton Community Hub

If you're a young person looking to connect with peers, explore new interests, or just have a great time, YOUTH-CON 24 is for you.

Get your ticket here 👉 https://bit.ly/3STPb3H
Find out how to get involved in YOUTH-CON and other Youth Fest Month events click here 👉 https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-Services/Young-People/Whats-On-for-Young-People-in-Hobsons-Bay/Youth-Fest-2024-in-Hobsons-Bay

🌟 Employability and Career Skills! 🌟
🚀 Young people are invited to our FREE workshops designed to enhance your employability and career development. Whether needing help with resume writing, interview skills, goal-setting, or financial management, we’ve got it covered!
🌐 Workshops are open to young people aged 14–25 who have a connection to Hobsons Bay (whether they live, work, or study here). Delivered in partnership with Arrive & Thrive and IPC Health.
📌 Visit our website for more details and to secure a spot today! 💪

Today is about taking a stand against bullying and violence. Stand up, speak out and show kindness. 💬✨ Let’s use our voices and actions to advocate for change and support one another in creating a positive and inclusive space. ❤️ If your young person could use a little extra support, Hobsons Bay Youth Services is here to help you and your family. For information on free counselling, resources and parenting workshops visit hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/youngpeople

🎉 Registration is now open for Youth-Con 24 - a celebration of young people in our community!

🌟 Enjoy Live music, Markets, Activities and a day packed with fun! 🎶 🍔

📅 7 September 2024
🕒 12-5 PM
📍 Laverton Community Hub

This FREE event is for ages 12-25 years, so don’t miss out!

Get your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/youth-con-24-tickets-943980931377?aff=oddtdtcreator

https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-Services/Young-People

🎨 Seeking Young Artists! 🎨

Submissions are now open for the biennial Woods Street Youth Art Prize!

Do you know an artist aged 14 to 25 years with a connection to Melbourne’s western suburbs? This is a fantastic opportunity for them to showcase their work and gain recognition and reward for their creativity, with over $2,500 in prizes up for grabs!

Open to all artistic mediums
Deadline: August 29 at 3pm

For more information and to submit your artwork at https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Arts-Events-Culture/Creative-Opportunities/Woods-Street-Youth-Art-Prize

Don’t miss this chance to be part of something exciting!

📢 Parents and carers of Altona North young people! We heard that young people wanted “places to go” and “spaces to hang out” – and here’s their opportunity to vote on some concept ideas and designs for their local ‘hood.' They can vote for their fave ideas via https://participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/zone 💻 💬🌟

📢 Parents and carers of Altona North young people! We heard young people wanted “places to go” and “spaces to hang out”, where they are welcomed and feel safe.

This is an invite for them to come on down to Paisley Park, Altona North, tomorrow (Saturday, 3 August) between 1-3pm 🕐 to tell us directly what they’d like to see in their local ‘hood'. No registrations required. Can’t make it? They can vote for their fave ideas via participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/zone 💻 💬🌟

🛍️✨ Calling all makers and second-hand sellers!
🎉 Don't miss your chance to be part of Youth Con's exciting Makers Market and Second-Hand Market on September 7th at Laverton Hub.
Interested in showcasing your crafts or selling items? Express your interest now! 🌟
Contact: [email protected]

🎨🎶 Calling all young artists, musicians, and creators aged 12-25 years in Hobsons Bay!
Youth Services is seeking community members to participate in Youth-Con 2024.

🎸Do you Perform or in a Band?
🎨 Do you have a Hobby you would like to sell in a Youth Makers Market? 🌼
👗 Do you have loads of clothes you would like to sell at a 2nd hand market?
🌟 Join us for an unforgettable event. 🎤✨

🌟 Discover Our After-School Drop-In Space! 🌟
Is your young person looking for a warm place to unwind after school? Look no further! Our Drop-In program is tailor-made for 12-17 year-olds. 🤝🌈
🎮 What’s on offer?
Free snacks? Check! 🍪
Foosball, table tennis, and board games? Absolutely! 🏓🎲
Video games? You bet! 🎮
Craft activities? Of course! 🎨
Quiet study space? We’ve got them covered! 📚
🗓️ When? Thursdays during term time.
Youth Services, Level 1, Newport Community Hub.
We hope to see them next Thursday!

🔥 Embracing the theme of unyielding spirit and solidarity this NAIDOC week. 🔥 "Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud" celebrates Indigenous identity. Let's amplify silenced voices, reclaim narratives, and commit to justice and equality. Join us in honoring the enduring strength of Indigenous cultures and fostering meaningful dialogue. 🖤💛❤️

🌟 Planning for Term 3? Consider HBYS Monday Drop-In! 🌟
Is your young person looking for something fun to do after school? Look no further! The HBYS Monday Drop-In at Louis Joel Arts & Community Centre is the place to be for young people aged 12 - 17. 🎨✨
🌿 Craft, upcycling, and sustainability are the focus in this safe, supervised, and youth-friendly space where they can hang out, get creative, and meet new friends. 🤝🌈🌱♻️
All materials (and snacks!) provided! They just bring their creativity! 🎉