Brimbank Victorian Youth Week 2020

3-12 APRIL

2020

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CELEBRATE THE YOUNG PEOPLE OF BRIMBANK THIS APRIL! Victorian Youth Week is a ten-day celebration of young people aged 12 to 25 that takes place each year in April.

During this week, a variety of events and activities are organised all across the state, giving young Victorians a chance to express their ideas and views and act on issues that affect their lives.

It's also lots of fun and a time to celebrate the many positive contributions that young people make to their communities.

In Brimbank, we’ve put together a fun line-up of events that recognise, celebrate and support the unique and inspiring young people in our local community.

All events and activities in this publication are for young people aged 12 to 25 unless otherwise stated. For other events happening in Victoria during Youth Week, visit www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au

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BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK 2020 CONTACT US For general enquiries about Brimbank Youth Week, please contact Brimbank Youth Services PP 9249 4110 EE bys@brimbank.vic.gov.au

For venue and event-specific enquiries, please contact the venue/s directly:

Deer Park Library YY4 Neale Road, Deer Park ÍÍ9249 4660

Keilor Library YY704B Old Calder Highway, Keilor ÍÍ9249 4670

St Albans Library YY71A Alfrieda Street, St Albans ÍÍ9249 4650

Sunshine Library YY301 Hampshire Road, Sunshine ÍÍ9249 4640

Sydenham Library

Brimbank Learning Futures (Visy Cares Hub) YY80B Harvester Road, Sunshine ÍÍ9249 4116

Delahey Community Centre YY80 Copperfield Drive, Delahey ÍÍ9249 4900

Sunshine Youth Space YY28 Withers Street, Sunshine ÍÍ0438 611 680

Youth Junction (Visy Cares Hub) YY80B Harvester Road, Sunshine ÍÍ9091 8200

YY1 Station Street, Watergardens Town Centre, Taylors Lakes ÍÍ9249 4680

Sunshine Leisure Centre

Sydenham Neighbourhood House

St Albans Leisure Centre

YYLevel 1, 102/1 Station Street, Sydenham Community Hub Building, Taylors Lakes ÍÍ9249 4224

YY5 Kennedy Street, Sunshine ÍÍ9249 4615

YY90 Taylors Road, Keilor Downs ÍÍ9249 4635

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Exclusive Youth Week Offer on Youth Memberships SUNSHINE LESIURE CENTRE No joining fee on youth memberships at Sunshine Leisure Centre. The $47 Joining Fee for youth memberships is waived for Youth Week.

This offer is for 13 to 17 year olds.

3-12 APRIL

Free Access to Group Fitness Classes During Youth Week SUNSHINE LESIURE CENTRE Young people will have free access to selected group fitness classes. These classes will be sent through from the health and fitness team.

This offer is for 13 to 17 year olds.

3-12 APRIL

$2 Youth Swims SUNSHINE LESIURE CENTRE AND ST ALBANS LEISURE CENTRE Enjoy $2 entry for a casual swimming session at Sunshine Leisure Centre and St Albans Leisure Centre.

This offer is for 12 to 17 year olds.

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SATURDAY

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Free Entry Into Women’s Only Swimming for Youth SUNSHINE LESIURE CENTRE Female youth between the ages of 12 to 17 will be given free access to the indoor aquatic facilities at Sunshine Leisure Centre during the Women’s Only session.

Brimbank Libraries Competition – Have Your Say! ENTRIES OPEN FROM 3 APRIL TO 3 MAY Brimbank Libraries wants to hear from you! Tell us what you’d like to see happening in your local library for your chance to win 1 of 5 double passes for Village Cinemas! Enter via the Brimbank Libraries website (http://www.brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au/) or in person at any of the library branches.

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FRIDAY

3 APRIL 11am–3pm

FRIDAY

3 APRIL 5–7.30pm

SATURDAY

4 APRIL 1–4pm

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Youth Week Colour Run and Sports Day DELAHEY COMMUNITY CENTRE Join in the fun of Youth Week at Delahey Community Centre with a Colour Run followed by a wide range of sports and games, BBQ and a live DJ. Sign up early to receive your free showbag and a white top to run in!

The Bold Source Magazine Launch BRIMBANK LEARNING FUTURES (VISY CARES HUB) Celebrating the launch of Brimbank’s first youth magazine The Bold Source. Come and support the creative works of young people in the city of Brimbank as they become the narrators of their own stories. There will be live readings, entertainment, food, and prizes to be won!

A Mindful Road to ‘2040’ + 2040 Film Screening SUNSHINE LIBRARY Sample some mindful and sustainable activities with Brimbank City Council's Environment Team and headspace Sunshine, before enjoying a screening of the movie '2040'.

This documentary explores what the future would be like by the year 2040 if we embraced some simple solutions to help improve the planet.

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MONDAY

6 APRIL 3.30–8.30pm

MONDAY

6 APRIL 5–6.30pm

Taking The Fear Out of Queer Movie Night!

SYDENHAM NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE The Crystal Queer program in collaboration with Brimbank Youth Services and Headspace Sunshine presents a spectacular LGBTQIA+ double feature movie night!

Snacks provided.

Movie Night and Pizza ST ALBANS LIBRARY Come chill, watch a movie and eat some pizza! Rated M. Recommended for 15+ (12-14 year olds can attend with parental permission). Bookings essential.

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MON–THURS

6-9 APRIL 5–9pm

TUESDAY

7 APRIL 12–2pm

TUES–THURS

7-9 APRIL 2–5pm

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Hang Out at The Hub YOUTH JUNCTION (VISY CARES HUB) Come hang out at the Hub this Youth Week. Chill, watch films, play games (including table tennis and PS4) or make some music! Free pizzas on us!

BYS Website Launch BRIMBANK LEARNING FUTURES (VISY CARES HUB) Come along and celebrate the official launch of the new and improved Brimbank Youth Services website! Snacks, games and fun provided, as well as chances to win prizes.

Youth@Sunshine Square SUNSHINE SQUARE (NEXT TO BRIMBANK COMMUNITY AND CIVIC CENTRE)

A space to hang out, chat with a youth worker, have a bite to eat, play games, and listen to live music.

Contact Brimbank Youth Services for any questions.

BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK 2020

WEDNESDAY

8 APRIL 4–5pm

THURSDAY

9 APRIL 3–5pm

SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Date TBC

T-Shirt to Tote SUNSHINE LIBRARY Bring your own t-shirt and learn how to upcycle it into a tote bag!

Young Women’s Self Defence Workshop SUNSHINE YOUTH SPACE Build your confidence and learn basic physical and nonphysical self-defence techniques in a fun and supportive environment. The session will led by a female instructor.

Wear comfortable clothing. Open to all women aged 18 to 25.

Snacks provided at the end of the session. Register your spot by visiting: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BYSDEFENCE

Sunshine Youth Market SUNSHINE YOUTH SPACE Want to get rid of your preloved goods or sell your unique creations to make some money? Young budding entrepreneurs are invited to sell their wares at the Sunshine Youth Market during Youth Week! Places are limited. To book your space, email sunshineyouthcoordinator@gmail.com or just come along and check out what goods are on sale!

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AFTER YOUTH WEEK MONDAY

20 APRIL 4–5pm

TUESDAY

21 APRIL 4–5pm

WEDNESDAY

22 APRIL 4.30pm

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Autocare Basics With Handbrake Turn DEER PARK LIBRARY Learn what’s under the hood of your car and the basics of auto care. Facilitated by staff from the Hand Brake Turn program of Concern Australia.

Side Hustle DEER PARK LIBRARY Learn the basics of what it takes to start your own business, to get that side hustle happening!

Movie Night and Pizza SYDENHAM LIBRARY Come chill, watch a movie and eat some pizza! Rated M. Recommended for 15+ (12-14 year olds can attend with parental permission). Bookings essential.

BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK 2020

ONGOING

Regular Programs for Young People BRIMBANK LEARNING FUTURES (VISY CARES HUB)

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Beyond Your Resume

from 1–3pm

Assisting job seekers with writing personalised cover letters, responding to key selection criteria, applying for jobs online and preparing for interviews. No booking necessary, just drop in!

EVERY FRIDAY

Scholarship Support

from 3–5pm

One-on-one help for young people applying for scholarships. No booking necessary, just drop in.

EVERY WEDNESDAY from 9am–5pm

YOUTH WEEK & BEYOND

Skills and Job Centre A representative from the Skills and Jobs Centre at Victoria University will occupy a space at BLF to answer specialised enquiries relating to VET training and employment. No booking necessary, just drop in.

What's on at STACC

ST ALBANS COMMUNITY CENTRE (STACC) For information on what’s on at STACC during Youth Week, visit their website at https://bowerystacc.com.au/ or call 9249 4600.

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Brimbank Youth Services PP 9249 4110 EE bys@brimbank.vic.gov.au Check out our website: www.brimbankyouth.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram! www.facebook.com/brimbankyouth @brimbankyouth #BrimbankYouthWeek

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