What's On In The West - Autumn 2023

What’s On In The West?

What’s On in BRIMBANK?

Outdoor Tennis Court Access

Have a hit with family and friends. BYO equipment or free hire with a $20 refundable deposit when equipment is returned to reception. Children must be supervised at all times.

MondayFriday (ongoing)

Virtual Escape Room

Alice is lost in Wonderland. Help her find her way to the end of the escape room to get her back home safe.

Event runs throughout the holidays

6 to 12 year olds

FREE

Online via Brimbank Libraries

Access the program here.

Family Film Fun: Holiday

Screening

(Week 1)

Join us at your local library for a family film.

All films are rated G or PG.

Varies by location

6 to 12 year olds

FREE

Multiple library locations

Register online for:

Deer Park Library

Keilor Library

St. Albans Library

Sydenham Library

Multiple library locations

Register online for:

LEGO Club (Week 1)

Discover the world of LEGO! Make crazy contraptions and wondrous worlds each week with our LEGO club. Best weekly LEGO builds get to be displayed in the library!

Varies by location

6 to 12 year olds

FREE

Deer Park Library

Keilor Library

St. Albans Library

Sunshine Library

Sydenham Library

Kids Origami Making

Create origami with local artist from Kiana Mei Designs and discover the art of traditional Japanese origami. Bookings essential.

Tuesday, 11 April 10:30am –12:00pm

6 to 13 year olds

FREE

Sydenham Neighbourhood House

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

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Solar Powered Flowers

Harness the power of the sun and create moving wooden flowers using materials provided by Bunnings Warehouse.

Tuesday, 11 April 11:00am12:00pm

6 to 12 year olds FREE

Keilor Library Register online

The Art Corner

Come down and join our handmade card making workshop. All materials will be supplied. Bookings essential.

Thursday, 13 April 10:30am –12:00pm

4 to 12 year olds

FREE

Sydenham Neighbourhood House

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

Multiple library locations

Family Film Fun: Holiday Screening (Week 2)

Join us at your local library for a family film.

All films are rated G or PG.

Varies by location

6 to 12 year olds

FREE

Register online for:

Deer Park Library

St. Albans Library

Sydenham Library

Multiple library locations

Register online for:

LEGO Club (Week 2)

Discover the world of LEGO! Make crazy contraptions and wondrous worlds each week with our LEGO club. Best weekly LEGO builds get to be displayed in the library!

Varies by location

6 to 12 year olds

FREE

Deer Park Library

Keilor Library

St. Albans Library

Sunshine Library

Sydenham Library

Make Your Own Library

Bag

Bring your worn-out or cherished t-shirts to this workshop to learn how to transform them into reusable tote bags.

Monday, 17 April 11:00am12:00pm

5 to 12 year olds

FREE

Westvale Community Centre

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

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Play with clay and make something fun. All materials provided.

Clay Play

Mural WorkshopCollective

Mandala

Join us to create a collective mandala, using natural and recycled materials. The process will serve as inspiration for the design of a new community mural project at the Delahey Community Centre.

Monday, 17 April 10:30am12:00pm & 1:00pm2:30pm

to 12 year olds

$5

Hunt Club Community and Arts Centre

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

Tuesday, 18 April 1:00pm –3:00pm

5 to 12 year olds

FREE

Delahey Community Centre

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

Zumba Dance Class

Get a health boost and have fun in this class combining aerobic exercise and basic Latin dance. No previous experience necessary.

Tuesday, 18 April 11:00am12:00pm

5 to 12 year olds

FREE

Westvale Community Centre

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

VU Sports Basketball Program

Ready, set, shoot! Join us for a day-long program where we’ll focus on:

- skills development

- drill-work

- team-building

- sportsmanship

- small sided games.

Tuesday, 18 April 9:00am –3:30pm (Aftercare available until 5:30pm)

5 to 12 year olds

Price varies

Victoria University St.Albans Campus

Phone: 9919 4460

For more information and to register click here

Self-Care Workshop for Young People

Come along and focus on you! Be guided through affirmations, mindfulness activities and discover stress reducing skills in a safe and inclusive space for all.

This event is part of our newest range young peoples’ events, designed by young people, delivered by young people!

Wednesday, 19 April 2:00pm –4:00pm

12 to 25 year olds

FREE

Sunshine Library

Book online

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Basketball Clinic

Have fun and make new friends while improving your basketball skills and confidence with drills and games. BYO Drink bottle.

Thursday, 20 April 4:00pm5:30pm

12 to 16 year olds FREE

West Sunshine Community Centre

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

Youth Movie Screening

Hang out with friends and watch a movie together. Popcorn provided.

Thursday, 20 April 2:00pm –4:00pm

14 to 17 year olds

FREE

Sydenham Neighbourhood House

Register online via the Learning in Brimbank Platform

Mad Hatter Tea Party Games

You are all invited to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party Games! Dress up as one of your favourite book characters and join us for fun games and craft. Create your own Mad hatter hat to take home!

Thursday, 20 April 1:30pm –3:00pm

6 to 12 year olds

FREE

Deer Park Library

Book online

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Peace out Tie Dye T-Shirt

Participants get to learn the amazing arts of tie dye onto a T-Shirt to keep!

All materials provided including white T-shirt.

What the Deuce Tennis Try out Tennis if you’re a newbie or just come along for the fun if you’re more experienced! A day of basic tennis skills and skill-building activities.

Make, bake, and decorate your very own cupcakes

Bake cupcakes and adorn them with your own decorations! Learn to pipe icing for the most Instagrammable treats.

Tuesday, 11 April 12:30pm3:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

FREE

Newport Community Hub

Register for this event via the online booking form:

https://bit.ly/hobsons-holidays

Thursday, 13 April 11:00am2:30pm

12 to 17 year olds

FREE

Donald Mclean Reserve, Spotswood

Register for this event via the online booking form:

https://bit.ly/hobsons-holidays

Stitching Sashiko Style

Learn Sashiko, a traditional Japanese stitching technique used to reinforce or mend clothes. It is particularly decorative and can be used in all sorts of creative ways. You will also find out about mending, a lovely, layered method using Sashiko stitching.

Friday, 14 April 12:30pm –3:30pm

Tuesday, 18 April 12:30pm3:30pm

12 to 17 year olds

FREE

Register for this event via the online booking form:

https://bit.ly/hobsons-holidays

12 to 17 year olds

FREE

Newport Community Hub

Register for this event via the online booking form:

https://bit.ly/hobsons-holidays

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Drop-In Jam Sessions + New Skills

Open access to the studio and adjacent room to jam with other musicians. Learn a new skill while you’re here! E.g. ‘How to restring your guitar’ ‘Song writing Tips & Sharing Session’. First 30-60 minutes is the specific ‘skill’ session, remaining time is the ‘jam’.

Thursday, 20 April 12:30pm3:30pm

12 to 17 year olds

FREE

Newport Community Hub

Register for this event via the online booking form:

https://bit.ly/hobsons-holidays

Just Dance & Karaoke NEON disco

Enjoy a motion-based dance video on big-screen for multiple players, with each game including a collection of fun classics and modern songs each with its own dance.

Friday, 21 April 4:00pm –7:00pm

12 – 17 year olds

FREE

Newport Community Hub

Register for this event via the online booking form:

https://bit.ly/hobsons-holidays

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Our multi-sport program is perfect for sports fanatics!

Tuesday 11 April –

Friday 14 April

VU Sports Multisport Program

- Learn fundamental motor skills crucial to ball sports and activities.

- Practise and refine your skills through a variety of drills and games

- Improve your general fitness and confidence.

Monday 17 April –

Friday 21 April 9:00am – 3:30pm

(Aftercare available until 5:30pm)

5 to 12 year olds

Price varies

Victoria University Footscray Park Campus

Phone: 9919 4460

For more info and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/VU-holiday-sports

VU Sports AFL Program

Get kicking, marking and handballing with our fun-filled footy program!

Wednesday 12 April 9:00am – 3:30pm (Aftercare available until 5:30pm)

5 to 12 year olds

Price varies

Victoria University Footscray Park Campus

Phone: 9919 4460

For more info and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/VU-holiday-sports

VU Sports Basketball Program

Ready, set, shoot! Join us for a 2-day program where we’ll focus on:

- skills development

- drill-work

- team-building

- sportsmanship

- small sided games.

Pass, pivot, points!

Learn, develop and refine your netball skills with our one-day netball program.

Thursday 13 April –

Friday 14 April 9:00am – 3:30pm (Aftercare available until 5:30pm)

5 to 12 year olds

Price varies

Victoria University Community Sports Stadium – Whitten Oval

Phone: 9919 4460

For more info and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/VU-holiday-sports

Monday 17 April 9:00am – 3:30pm (Aftercare available until 5:30pm)

5 to 12 year olds

Price varies

Victoria University Community Sports Stadium – Whitten Oval

Phone: 9919 4460

For more info and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/VU-holiday-sports

Kick, pass, dribble, shoot!

A 2-day program to improve your soccer skills.

Wednesday 19 April – Thursday, 20 April 9:00am – 3:30pm (Aftercare available until 5:30pm)

5 to 12 year olds

Price varies

Victoria University Footscray Park Campus

Phone: 9919 4460

For more info and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/VU-holiday-sports

VU Sports Netball Program

VU Sports Soccer Program

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Young people have the unique opportunity to create a mural with acclaimed street artist, Heesco.

Street Art Mentorship with Heesco

During the series of five free workshops young people with learn street art techniques and design elements to create a mural for the streets of Footscray.

Ongoing program –call/register for further details

12 to 18 year olds

Phoenix Youth Centre

72 Buckley Street, Footscray

Phone: 9091 4700

Email: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.au

For more info, visit: https://bit.ly/art-heesco

Music CreatorsRap Good

Rap Good is an eight-week music mentoring program which will provide young people with quality recording sessions and music composition workshops for both aspiring and emerging artists from Maribyrnong.

Participants will have an opportunity to up-skill in a safe environment and make connections with like-minded young people.

Ongoing program –call/register for further details

12 to 18 year olds

Phoenix Youth Centre 72 Buckley Street, Footscray

Phone: 9091 4700

Email: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.au

For more info, visit: https://bit.ly/rap-good

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African Drumming

A memorable journey into West African Music, facilitated by experts with authentic respect for the culture! Get ready for an uplifting vibe with everyone drumming and dancing in unison.

Tuesday, 11 April 10:00am –12:30pm

12 to 17 year olds FREE

Melton Youth Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Caroline Springs Open Day

Have a go at a whole range of sports and activities. Chat to the local sporting clubs and groups, as they showcase what's on offer in the stadiums in the local area.

Wednesday, 12 April 10:00am –1:00pm

12 to 25 year olds FREE

Caroline Springs Leisure Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Reading Cinema, Woodgrove

Reading Cinema Trip

Sit back, relax, and enjoy popcorn & a drink while you watch one of the latest movies in the comfy cinema seats.

Thursday, 13 April Time TBC

12 to 17 year olds

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

T-Shirt Design & Toasties

Create your own personalised t-shirt designs!!! Then sit back and admire your designs eating toasties.

Thursday, 13 April 11:00am –1:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

Taylors Hill Youth and Community Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Artvo Excursion

Love photography, come along and put your skills to the test in this immersive 'trick-art' gallery.

Friday, 14 April 8:00am –3:00pm

12 to 17 year olds $15

Docklands

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Teen Bootcamp

Join us for 45 minutes of agility, balance, strength, muscle control, weight and resistance-based movements, cardiovascular fitness, and most of all, FUN!

Friday, 14 April 11:00am –12:00pm

13 to 17 year olds

Hannah Watts Park, Melton

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Money for Life

Come along and enjoy a session on how to be wise with your money and keep scammers out of your pocket!!

Monday, 17 April 9:30am

3:30pm

15 to 18 year olds FREE

Melton Youth Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

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Funfields Excursion

We've got you this Autumn! Join us for a fun-packed day with a mix of both wet and dry rides creating lasting memories. Come with dry and wet clothes and don't forget your towel.

Tuesday, 18 April 8:30am –4:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

$25

Funfields, Whittlesea

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Cobblebank Open Day

Have a go at a whole range of sports activities. Chat to the local sporting clubs and groups, as they showcase what's on offer in the stadiums and in the local area.

Wednesday, 19 April 10:00am –1:00pm

Cobblebank Indoor Stadium

Outdoor Adventure (YMCA)

Come along and enjoy the great outdoors! Activities include flying fox, building your own raft and kayaking on the lake.

Wednesday, 19 April 9:00am –4:00pm

12 to 25 year olds

FREE

12 to 17 year olds

$35

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Garrards Lane, Myrniong

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Mandala Workshop

Creating mandalas can help you relax, focus and reflect by using elements of colour, shape, and balance for selfexpression and mindfulness.

Thursday, 20 April 11:00am –1:00pm

12 to 17 year olds FREE

Taylors Hill Youth and Community Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Trip to URBNSURF

Whether you can stand on the board or not, do not worry. The professionals from URBNSURF will guide you to surf and show us your skills with an adventurous day in the water.

Thursday, 20 April 8:30am –2:30pm

12 to 17 year olds

$35

URBNSURF

Melrose Drive, Tullamarine

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Hip Hop Dance Workshop 1: Breakdancing & Popping

Learn the different styles of HIP-HOP and URBAN dance in Breakdancing/Popping, Afrobeat dance and Urban Dance with Melbourne's leading teacher from the Melbourne dance community.

Dance level: Beginner Includes free BBQ

Saturday, 22 April 12:00pm –2:00pm

12 to 25 year olds

$5

Melton Youth Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

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Hip Hop

Dance Workshop 2: Afrobeats

Learn the different styles of HIP-HOP and URBAN dance in Breakdancing / Popping, Afrobeat dance and Urban Dance with Melbourne's leading teacher from the Melbourne dance community.

Dance level: Beginner

Includes free BBQ

Saturday, 22 April

2:30pm –4:00pm

12 to 25 year olds

$5

Melton Youth Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

Hip Hop

Dance Workshop 3: Urban Hip Hop

Learn the different styles of HIP-HOP and URBAN dance in Breakdancing / Popping, Afrobeat dance and Urban Dance with Melbourne's leading teacher from the Melbourne dance community.

Dance level: Beginner

Includes free BBQ

Saturday, 22 April

4:30pm –6:00pm

12 to 25 year olds

$5

Melton Youth Centre

For more info and to register: https://bit.ly/melton-schoolholidays

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Bigger Than Us Screening

Be inspired to create change! Join us for a screening of the documentary Bigger Than Us Directed by Flore Vasseur and starring Greta Thunberg, Melati Wijsen and Mohamad Al Jounde.

Followed by a live Q&A

Wednesday, 12 April 3:00pm –5:00pm

12 to 25 year olds FREE

Valley Youth Space Register via Eventbrite

Cookie Decorating Workshop

Join Claudia from Suga Suga Cookies and learn how to decorate the cutest yummiest cookies ever! She'll teach you professional decorating techniques including colouring and rolling out icing, using stamps and edible paint, and how to create beautiful watercolour patterns.

Thursday, 13 April 2:00pm –3:30pm

12 to 25 year olds FREE

Valley Youth Space Register via Eventbrite

Grassroots Youth Summit

The Grassroots Youth Summit can help you find your way of being the change for our planet. This three-day program is for young people aged 1225, who want to learn about promoting environmental issues and go behind the scenes of a local natural space and its management.

Monday, 17 April

Tuesday, 18 April

Wednesday, 19 April

12 to 25 year olds FREE

Woodlands Park For more info and to register visit Eventbrite.

Virtual Reality Gaming

The future is here with virtual reality! Try our VR headsets on for size and experience the brave new world of 3D gaming.

Game Off!

Come and show off your skills in a Wii U Smash Bros Ultimate video game tournament, along with Xbox One Sports games.

Thursday, 20 April 1:00pm –5:00pm

12 to 25 year olds

Street Stables 03 9243 1975

Avondale Heights Library and Learning Centre

PH: 03 9243 1940 Register online

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Youth Resource Centre (YRC)

Trip to Luna Park

Step through the famous Mr Moon mouth and soak up the carnival atmosphere and thrill of the rides.

Drop off and pick up at the YRC BYO money or Packed Lunch

Tuesday, 11 April 10:00am –4:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

$15 or $11 concession

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

Trip to Serendip Sanctuary

Take a breath to step out and discover nature.

Drop off and pick up at the YRC BYO packed lunch

Wednesday, 12 April 10:00am –4:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

$9

Youth Resource Centre (YRC)

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit:

https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

Trip to Funfields

Fun day out at Funfields

Drop off and pick up at the YRC BYO money or Packed Lunch

Thursday, 13 April 10:00am4:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

$15 or $11 with concession

Youth Resource Centre (YRC)

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit:

https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

Cupcake

Decorating Get creative and decorate your own sweet treats at YRC. Lunch provided

Friday, 14 April 10:00am –4:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

$9

Youth Resource Centre (YRC)

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit:

https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

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Zoom your way to victory and claim the fastest lap.

GoKarting Trip

Drop off and pick up at the YRC BYO money or Packed Lunch

Monday, 17 April 10:00am4:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

$15 or $11 concession

Youth Resource Centre (YRC)

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

Wheelchair Basketball

Calling all basketball fans! Take a seat and take on a new challenge at Eagle Stadium.

Pick up and drop off at Eagle Stadium Lunch Provided

Tuesday, 18 April 10 am - 2 pm

12 to 17 year olds

$9

Eagle Stadium

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

STEM Workshop

Participants will learn algorithmic fundamentals, coding concepts, software/hardware components, robotics, and real-life skills while having fun.

Drop off and pick up at Saltwater Community Centre Lunch Provided

Wednesday, 19 April 9:00am –2:00pm

12 to 17 year olds

$9

Saltwater Community Centre

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

STEM Workshop

Participants will learn algorithmic fundamentals, coding concepts, software/hardware components, robotics, and real-life skills while having fun.

Drop off and pick up at Saltwater Community Centre Lunch Provided

Thursday, 20 April 9:00am –2:00pm

12 to 17 year olds $9

Saltwater Community Centre

PH: 8734 1355

For more information and instructions for registering, visit: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

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For more information and instructions for registering, visit: https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ whats-on/holidayaction

Other Things to Check Out

Other Things To Check Out!

Islamic Museum of Australia

The Islamic Museum of Australia (IMA) is the country’s first and only Museum dedicated to the artistic and cultural heritage of local and global Muslims.

All ages

https://www.islamicmuseum.org.au /

Events in Brimbank

Looking for things to do in Brimbank? Check out the Council Events website for a list of fun activities for the whole family.

All ages

https://bit.ly/2O8aWig

Events in Melbourne

The City of Melbourne has tonnes to offer! Find out what’s on by visiting their website.

All ages

https://whatson.melbourne.vic.gov. au/

Zoos Victoria

Plan a trip to the zoo! Children under 16 receive FREE entry on weekends, Victorian public holidays and Victorian Government school holidays.

All ages

https://www.zoo.org.au/melbourne /whats-on/

SeaLife Melbourne Aquarium

Descend into the mysteriously fascinating world of life in the ocean at SEA LIFE Melbourne, which will feature interactive zones pulsing with multiple species of life in the deep. Free entry for children under 3 years,

All ages

https://www.visitsealife.com/melb ourne/plan-yourday/information/school-holidayactivities/

Bundoora Park School Holiday Program

Bundoora Park Farm runs holiday programs every school holidays. Programs run from 10am to 3pm. Places are limited and bookings are essential.

Primary school students

https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/searc h?search=bundoora+park

Melbourne Museum Melbourne Museum, ScienceWorks and Immigration Museum.

Primary students

https://museumsvictoria.com.au/w hats-on/school-holidays/

Blind Sports and Recreation

Victoria

Social sport and recreation programs for those who are blind or have low vision

Open https://www.blindsports.org.au/

Other Things to Check Out

Stay Connected!

Our contact info

Brimbank Youth Services (BYS)

If you would like to speak to someone on our team, please call or email us.

Phone: 9249 4000

Email: bys@brimbank.vic.gov.au

Website

Find information on what services we provide, articles on our blog and more!

Link: https://brimbankyouth.com/

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The BOLD Source

Check out our free youth magazine, composed of stories created and edited by local young people.

Link: https://brimbankyouth.com/the-bold-sourceissue-2/

Our partners

Hobsons Bay Youth Services

Facebook: @HobsonsBayYouthServices

Instagram: @hobsonsbayyouthservices

Website: Click here to access the website

Email: adminys@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

Maribyrnong Youth Services

Facebook: @PhoenixYouthCentre

Instagram: @phoenix_youth

Website: http://www.phoenixyouth.com.au/

Email: phoenix@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

Melton Youth Services

Facebook: @cityofmeltonyouthservices

Instagram: @meltonyouth

Website: Click here to access the website.

Email: yse@melton.vic.gov.au

Moonee Valley Youth Services

Facebook: @ValleyYouthMV

Instagram: @valleyyouthmv

Website: https://linktr.ee/valleyyouthmv

Email: youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au

Wyndham Youth Services

Facebook: @youthinwyndham

Instagram: @youthinwyndham

Website: Click here to access the website.

Email: youthinwyndham@wyndham.vic.gov.au