Banyule Youth Services
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Have your say – FOCUS GROUPS for young people - $20 gift card for attending!
Banyule Youth Services want to ensure we get regular feedback on young people about topics that are relevant to them so that we can provide them with the sorts of supports and information that is most useful.
We have two upcoming opportunities for young people to join us for a one-hour focus group so that they can have their say on what they think about the following two topics:
- Social Media – sharing ideas and feedback on how young people use social media and how our youth service can connect with young people online
- Vapes – a non-judgemental and safe space for young people to talk about vaping and give advice to our team about what sorts of information young people would like to learn about vapes
All attendees will receive a $20 gift card for their time. Light refreshments will also be provided.
WHEN: SOCIAL MEDIA – Monday 25th September & VAPES – Wednesday 18th October
TIME: 4:30-5:30pm
WHERE: Banyule City Council, Level 4, 1 Flintoff Street Greensborough
Registration is essential: https://banyuleyouth.com/have-your-say-focus-groups/
TARGET GROUP: Strictly young people ages 12-25 only
Contact: For more information contact Kate James 9457 9855 kate.james@banyule.vic.gov.au
Banyule Youth Services School Holiday Events
Banyule Youth Services will be again offering a range of youth events over the September school holidays. This will include a movie session, gaming afternoon, waterslide night and boxercise sessions. Most are free or low cost (with limited, discounted movie tickets for young carers).
WHEN: various – September school holidays
INFORMATION & BOOKINGS: Check our website www.banyuleyouth.com/schoolholidays/
WHO: various ages - young people
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Lisa on 0427 833 321 or lisa.said@banyule.vic.gov.au
Slide night for young people
Unlimited rides on the Tantrum Alley & Pipeline Slide. Try your skills on the giant inflatable obstacle course and listen to our upcoming local DJs.
DATE: Friday 15 September
TIME: 6-9pm
WHERE: Watermarc, Greensborough
No bookings required – just come along
AGES: 10-17 years
COST: $3
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Lisa on 0427 833 321 or lisa.said@banyule.vic.gov.au
Movie “Blue Beetle”
We have hired out the whole cinema to enjoy the latest DC movie. Watch Jaime Reyes transform into the superhero Blue Beetle as he is chosen by ancient relic of alien biotechnology called the Scarab. We have the whole cinema to ourselves!
DATE: Monday 18 September
TIME: 1-3.30pm
WHERE: Hoyts, Greensborough
Bookings essential: www.banyuleyouth.com/schoolholidays
AGES: 12-18 years
COST: $10 includes ticket, small drink, choctop & popcorn!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Lisa on 0427 833 321 or lisa.said@banyule.vic.gov.au
School Holiday Beginner Dance Workshop
Banyule Youth Services are hosting a fun Barbie-themed beginner dance workshop these school holidays. Get excited to 'Dance the Night Away' and push your creative boundaries in a supportive environment. This upbeat dance class will promote fitness and social connections. Complementary wellbeing resources will be available for all participants.
All that is required is a water bottle, comfy clothes you can move in (preferably pink) and sneakers. Be sure to bring your fellow Barbie lover and we will see you on the dance floor for the best class ever!
DATE: Tuesday 19th September
TIME: 2pm-3:30pm
WHERE: WaterMarc Greensborough, 1 Flintoff Street
Bookings essential: www.banyuleyouth.com/schoolholidays
AGES: 12-18 years
COST: FREE
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Jess Jessica.sayers@banyule.vic.gov.au
“Immersive Worlds”
Explore new worlds through table top & board games, Dungeons & Dragons, an escape room & Nintendo switch on the BIG screen.
DATE: Friday 22 September
TIME: 1 – 5pm
WHERE: Ivanhoe library & Cultural Hub, Ivanhoe
Bookings essential at www.banyuleyouth.com/schoolholidays
AGES: 12-25 years
COST: FREE
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Lisa on 0427 833 321 or lisa.said@banyule.vic.gov.au
Beginners Boxing Workshop for CALD* young women
This FREE beginner friendly boxing workshop will take you through a 60-minute training session including punching techniques, pad work, skipping, running & abdominal work that will make you sweat! BYO towel and water bottle - gloves provided if you don't have them. Beginners are very welcome!
DATE: Monday 25 September
TIME: 4-5:30pm
WHERE: Macleod Recreation & Fitness Centre. 157 Wungan St, Macleod
Bookings essential: www.banyuleyouth.com/schoolholidays
AGES: 12-18 years
COST: FREE
* CALD – Culturally & Linguistically Diverse
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Sadia sadia.ali@banyule.vic.gov.au or 94579855
Young Mens Boxing Fitness Workshop
This FREE boxing workshop will take you through a 60-minute training session including punching techniques, pad work, skipping, running & abdominal work that will make you sweat! BYO towel and water bottle - gloves provided if you don't have them. Beginners are very welcome!
DATE: Thursday 28 September
TIME: 3:45-5:30pm
WHERE: Macleod Recreation & Fitness Centre. 157 Wungan St, Macleod
Bookings essential: www.banyuleyouth.com/schoolholidays
AGES: 12-18 years
COST: FREE
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Kieran kieran.west@banyule.vic.gov.au or 9457 9855
Student Representative Council (SRC) Leadership Event for schools in Banyule
Young people at our 2023 Banyule Youth Summit requested that Banyule Youth Services host a leadership and development event for SRC representatives from local schools. In response to this we have organised a FREE full day event in October and are inviting local schools to submit their interest in participating. Each school can have a total of 8 SRC members attend on the day. We will have a range of leadership activities, focused on making the most out of their roles in the SRC committees and how to contribute to positive change within their school environments. School Staff are welcomed to join their students and will have a space available for them to use if they wish to work on their laptops while the students are doing the training.
Lunch, snacks and drinks will be provided for both students and school Staff who attend.
DATE: Friday 6th October 2023
TIME: 9:30-3pm
LOCATION: Banyule City Council offices, Level 4, Watermarc, 1 Flintoff Street Greensborough 3088
COST: FREE
WHO: 8 SRC young people per school
TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PWqHX3fy3UeSQcTQH6G6WIoSn5DrsYBBhZlfuEktKlpUM1VZNE81VUtNOEY5ODUzNFZINDJaWVJTRi4u
CONTACT: For more information contact Kate James kate.james@banyule.vic.gov.au 9457 9855
Banyule Citizen of the Year Award nominations
Outstanding contributions made to our community are recognised each year through the Citizen of the Year Award program. The award will honour and celebrate the achievements of ordinary people. It will be presented to an individual whose exceptional service and commitment has greatly benefitted and enriched our community. Opportunities will be available to the Citizen of the Year to participate in some Banyule Civic functions during 2023-2024.
https://www.banyule.vic.gov.au/Community-services/Civic-services/Citizen-of-the-Year (guidelines attached)
- Nominations closes: 3 September 2023
- The Award will be presented at the 2023 Banyule Community Gala Dinner on 28 October 2023
- Shortlisted nominees receive a ticket for them, and a guest to the Gala Dinner (3-course meal & entertainment)
CONTACT: If you have any questions, contact Erin Ferrier on 8673 4389 or at Erin.Ferrier@banyule.vic.gov.au