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City of Wanneroo Childhood and Youth Services

Locality: Wanneroo

Phone: +61 8 9405 5600

Address: 23 Dundebar Road 6065 Wanneroo, WA, Australia

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25.01.2022 We've got some exciting school holiday activities to keep the kids entertained, which we'll be featuring this week! First up, escape the heat this summer with a trip to the Wanneroo Regional Museum. Check out our beach shack from when locals spent summer holidays living on the beach, hang five on the museum surfboard or take part in a new clue hunt for junior explorers. ... Find out more: https://bit.ly/34dbTuq

25.01.2022 The City is excited to share Telethon Kids Institute new Play Active Program to support your child's development

25.01.2022 Our friends at Playgroup WA currently have an opportunity for their members to provide feedback, insights and ideas, and go in the draw to win a $50 Coles/Myer gift card.

24.01.2022 The Childhood and Youth Services team have partnered with Safe4Kids to offer a FREE 8-part online course to help parents and carers keep children safe. This initiative aligns with the National Child Protection Week Play Your Part which runs from the 6th September to 12th September 2020. More information on the flyer.

24.01.2022 The Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment have got a great opportunity for young ag innovators!! awe.gov.au/scienceawards

24.01.2022 Join Quinns Rocks Environmental Group for a free family event this Saturday to learn more about microplastics in our coastal environment. Click below to find out more.

24.01.2022 TALENT SEARCH | City of Wanneroos 2020/21 summer event season is set to start in November, and were on the hunt for local vendors, artists and businesses who are keen to get involved Applications are now open until mid-October. Visit www.wanneroo.wa.gov.au/eventseason for more info and to get in touch.

24.01.2022 Propel Youth Arts WA are planning for the 2021 KickstART Festival!! There are some great opportunities for young people aged 16 - 26 More information below.

24.01.2022 We want your feedback for our new online community directory! It's still under development, but we want your views before it's officially launched in 2021. Thousands of residents are already using it to discover events, programs and services in their local area. Visit our website now to start exploring and provide your comments: https://bit.ly/3kOR9P5

24.01.2022 Around the World Cooking Party | ages 9-11 Monday 4 January | 10am to 2pm | Pearsall Hocking Community Centre Celebrating people and culture through yummy ...food and fun games! Learn to make tasty traditional dishes for lunch and dessert, explore Greek, Zambian and Dutch language and end the day with fun party games with our team! Find out more: https://bit.ly/34dbTuq

24.01.2022 Sock-Off happening at Wanneroo Youth Centre - THIS FRIDAY! If you are attending the Wanneroo Youth Centre or Skate Park this coming Friday 4 September, the Youth Team will be on the look out for the weirdest socks!! Spot prizes on the day!

23.01.2022 Young people's reflections on 2020 from Commissioner for Children and Young People WA

22.01.2022 Better Beginnings have a great opportunity for families to provide feedback on their website. Access the survey here: https://www.better-beginnings.com.au/ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JFXCXYP

22.01.2022 This is such an amazing opportunity

22.01.2022 A great opportunity to have a say in the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia sector survey

22.01.2022 If you're thinking about giving your child a drone this festive season, watch the video and hear, eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant and Communications Minister Paul Fletcher, provide some useful tips and advice on what to look out for before making your purchase. For the full list of eSafety's Holiday Gift Guide visit esafety.gov.au/giftguide. Office of the eSafety Commissioner

21.01.2022 Are you a young person who is passionate about making change in your community? Check out this training opportunity to grow your skills in advocacy and campaigning!

21.01.2022 Sand and the surf are no obstacle for Sonay and Leanne! And it’s all thanks to the lightweight beach wheelchair stationed at Quinns Beach Today, the City of ...Wanneroo recognises International Day of People with Disability and the belief that the best kind of community is an inclusive one that is accessible for people of all abilities. It’s this philosophy that guides the City's beach wheelchair initiative, and many others designed to improve accessibility for our residents #IDPwD Beach wheelchairs are free to book at Quinns Beach and Yanchep Beach all summer long. For more information, visit www.wanneroo.wa.gov.au/beachwheelchairs

21.01.2022 Today's school holiday engagement at the Phil Renkin Centre in Two Rocks has been cancelled.

21.01.2022 An interesting report from the Office of the eSafety Commissioner about parenting in the digital age

20.01.2022 Youth Centres are open this week for drop-in! The drop-in program offers an informal, safe space for young people to connect with our youth team, learn new skills, experience positive peer relationships and develop their confidence. For more information, click on our Services tab or call 9405 5600.

20.01.2022 Have you seen this great scholarship opportunity for upper secondary school students from the Youth Australia League? City of Wanneroo is sponsoring this great initiative by giving a local student up to $6000 over two years. If you are a young person or know a young person that is: ... A resident of the City of Wanneroo In years 10, 11 or 12, and An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. Please share this information with them! https://www.yal.org.au/scholarship/educational-scholarship/

20.01.2022 HAPPENING TODAY!

19.01.2022 If you are interested in supporting the Commissioner for Children and Young People with this exciting project then contact us and we will form our own focus group!

19.01.2022 Last night on Flashpoint WA on Channel 7 we saw Professor Donna Cross from Telethon Kids Institute launching the new cyber smartphone app Beacon. Our Childhood Development Planners have been involved in the testing of this tool and cant recommend this enough for parents and teachers. Download free from your app store today.

19.01.2022 Has your child been gaming during the holidays? If so, they may be using Discord to chat to their friends - or strangers. To find out more about Discord and how to help your child use it safely, download the Beacon app a trusted source of personalised cyber-safety information by Telethon Kids and Bankwest.

19.01.2022 HAPPENING NOW @ Warradale Park in Landsdale! The team are also cooking up a FREE sausage sizzle

18.01.2022 What is SafeWA? Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia have shared some great information to help answer this common question

17.01.2022 On Thursday the 10th of September the Citys Youth Yentres will facilitate a safe space for conversations about mental health with young people, across the Wanneroo, Hainsworth and Clarkson Youth Centres and Outreach. This program will involve an art activity in order to raise awareness on R U OK? Day. Y oung people will have the opportunity to create a craft piece that reflects both the self they portray outward to others at school or work (on the outside) and their home sel...f (inside). Youth Workers will facilitate a discussion alongside the activity and provide information on support services as needed. Clarkson Youth Centre: 4pm to 5pm Wanneroo Youth Centre: 4pm to 5pm Hainsworth Youth Centre: 4pm to 5pm Yanchep/ Two Rocks (Outreach): 3.30pm to 6pm https://www.facebook.com/ruokday

17.01.2022 Have your say Help shape our future! Come along to our Youth Forum on Climate Change and shape local climate change action! Wednesday 9 December, 4.45pm-7.30pm// Wanneroo Civic Centre ... There are limited places left for this collaborative evening with likeminded young people, advocates and City of Wanneroo Council Members. Registrations are ESSENTIAL! For more info, call 9405 5600 or email [email protected]

17.01.2022 Marine Safety WA is hosting a free lifejacket clinic at Two Rocks Marina. Click below to find out more

16.01.2022 Journey to your local City of Wanneroo library this summer, energise your child’s mind and enrol them in our Summer Reading Club. There's something for all ag...es including: Summer Grooving build literacy skills while dancing to the beat LEGO Challenge All About Dragons storytime Manga Drawing class Games Day And much more! See the full list of events and more info here: https://bit.ly/34hyQg0

16.01.2022 Grab the leash and head down to Kingsway Markets this Saturday for a pawsome morning with your fur family members. #SupportWannerooLocal

16.01.2022 Our friends at Kidsafe WA are delivering a host of free and informative workshops and webinars in December! Follow their page for more information

16.01.2022 It's National Recycling Week! This year's theme is 'Recovery a future beyond the bin.' By reducing, reusing and recycling, less waste goes to landfill and valuable products can be given a new life. Remember, you can recycle paper, cans, flattened cardboard, plastic bottles and containers and glass jars and bottles. Got a heap of bottles and cans? Visit a Containers for Change WA refund point to cash in eligible containers for a 10-cent refund. For handy tips and tricks on how to recycle, please visit: https://bit.ly/3kz4VWD

16.01.2022 SURVEY TIME Are you aged 12 to 24 and have opinions or ideas about how to improve mental health support for young people? Then YACWA want to hear from you via this short survey Your feedback will go directly to the Mental Health Commission (MHC) to inform their development of a Young People Priority Framework. Survey link below http://uwa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0PrDDxuDAYOsqON... Please share with your friends. Survey closes Monday 12th October. See more

15.01.2022 You can help shape the future of the City of Wanneroo. Have your say on the City's Strategic Community Plan before 6 November! Visit our website to get involved: wanneroo.wa.gov.au/scp20

15.01.2022 Office of the eSafety Commissioner have some great children's resources for staying safe online

14.01.2022 FREE SKATE PARK JAM SESSION

14.01.2022 What do hands do? That's the theme of a new community book that pays homage to local families who take part in Yanchep Two Rocks Library's multi-sensory, child-centered 'It's All About Play' program Wanneroo Mayor Tracey Roberts was joined by participating families and fellow Council Members Natalie Sangalli and Lewis Flood for a readalong of the new book at Yanchep/Two Rocks Library yesterday The new book was penned by author Nola Allen, features keyword signing and portraits of participating families snapped by Anna Pretorius Photography.

14.01.2022 YACWA has shared some great tips about Centrelink!

14.01.2022 Have you checked out our Community Directory? Discover events, facilities, groups and services in your community. If you run a community organisation you can register to start promoting your events and services. Visit wanneroo.wa.gov.au/communitydirectory

14.01.2022 Oct-Talkerfest at Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre Life has been turned on its head lately, and with that comes mounting pressures and worries that can be mentally draining. Join former counsellor, social worker and community service professional Gerald Searle each week to discuss topics including: Beginnings and belief: why are you here today? Fear and fretting: what bothers you?... The circle of life: how do you feel about it? Consciousness and the soul: are they the same? Joys and sorrows: do we need both? Book one of these free sessions online: https://bit.ly/32E90Bp See more

13.01.2022 Amazing opportunity to join the Youth Pride Network team Applications close 13 January.

13.01.2022 Become a fauna detective and learn how to identify creatures living in your local bushland in this exciting interactive workshop. This free workshop is funded by a Communities Environment Grant. Bookings are essential and open until 16 September. wanneroo.wa.gov.au/communitycreatures

13.01.2022 The team had so much fun at Joseph Banks Secondary College last week!

12.01.2022 Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia are currently facilitating an Accessibility and COVID-19 Survey for young people with disability and/ or mental illness in WA. By completing the survey you will help YACWA to better understand how accessibility has been shaped and changed throughout the pandemic. You will also have a chance to win a $50 EFTPOS gift card

12.01.2022 It was a privilege to host passionate young people from across the City at our Youth Forum on Climate Change this week. Young people had the chance to put the...ir views to Mayor Tracey Roberts and fellow Councillors. Attendees explored how we can tackle climate change and better care for our environment. The City's Draft Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Strategy is currently open for public comment. Click here to provide your views: https://bit.ly/2Lg15oE

12.01.2022 It's officially National Children's Week!!! Children's Week highlights the articles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. In 2020, we explore the theme 'children have the right to choose their own friends and safely connect with others'.... Find out how to celebrate the rights of children with us at one (or more) of our Children's Week events near you: http://ow.ly/8g7B50C0vl5 Children's Week in WA is proudly supported by Healthway, Lotterywest, the WA Department of Education, the WA Department of Communities and the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment. #childrensweek2020 #CWAU2020 #CWWA2020

11.01.2022 Have your kids been glued to their screens this summer? Leading cyber safety researcher Professor Donna Cross says what kids use their devices for is just as important as how long they spend on them. So when you're setting limits for screen time, consider what they'll actually be getting up to online. Telethon Kids Institute

11.01.2022 The Youth Team are running a jam packed January School Holiday program. Some things include cooking, art, sports and gaming, skateboarding and so much more. Bookings on some programs are essential, and open 30th November, check out our webpage for more details. https://www.wanneroo.wa.gov.au//20062/youth/170/youth_pr/1

11.01.2022 Don’t miss your chance to have a say on the new Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre! The multi-purpose facility will transform Alkimos Central, bringing signi...ficant social and economic benefits, with easy access via the planned METRONET train and bus stations and Mitchell Freeway extension. Tell us how you plan to use the fitness, health and wellbeing centre and the facilities you'd like to see included. The short online survey closes on Sunday, 3 January: wanneroo.wa.gov.au/alkimosaquatic.

10.01.2022 Say g'day to a neighbour with Act Belong Commit

10.01.2022 The City of Wanneroo School Leadership Program empowers young people to identify issues in their local communities and create positive, sustainable solutions. Next month, we are welcoming 11 local schools to participate in the 2021 School Leadership Program. Stay tuned for the amazing project updates this year! Look out for more information on next year's program in the next few weeks! #changemakers

10.01.2022 Feeling artistic? Check out Nature Play WAs creative ideas

09.01.2022 Come along to the new It's All About Grooving session @ Wanneroo Library on Friday's. Bookings are essential

09.01.2022 YACWA is on the lookout for young people to work with them on a causal basis on a variety of youth-focused pieces of work including workshops, consultations and steering groups. If that sounds like you, submit your application by 15 January

09.01.2022 Looking to learn more about the Yanchep Rail Extension? METRONET is running community drop-in sessions where you can speak directly to the project team and ask any questions you may have. Click the links below for session times and details:... Saturday, 5 September | Butler Community Centre | https://bit.ly/32wEklw Saturday, 12 September | Oldham Park Clubrooms, Yanchep | https://bit.ly/3jkzoqA

09.01.2022 The Statewide Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Program (SPIMHP) is offering grants of between $500 and $1,000 for groups to host events in remote, regional and metropolitan Western Australia to acknowledge Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Action (PANDA) Week, 8-14 November 2020. For more information, click below.

09.01.2022 Calling local businesses, vendors and artists! The City is seeking expressions of interest to participate in its summer events season from December to March, including: Local Vocals Concerts Fresh Finds Markets Pictures in the Park... Summer Sideshows Visit our website now to find out more and get involved! https://bit.ly/319nitB

08.01.2022 Available from City of Wanneroo Libraries https://wanneroo.spydus.com//spydu/MSGTRNGEN/WPAC/ELIBRARY

07.01.2022 It really is all about PLAY, inside and out Playgroup WA

07.01.2022 Shopping doesn’t get more local than this weekend’s Garage Sale Trail! Save money while saving items from a life in landfill by shopping the trail right here in the City of Wanneroo. Find your nearest garage sale www.garagesaletrail.com.au/cityofwanneroo

07.01.2022 Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia have created an amazing resource hub - a central place that collates all of the resources they have been releasing for young people, youth sector and promoting youth voices.

07.01.2022 The Office of the eSafety Commissioner has created a great resource to support children remain safe online

07.01.2022 TREAT YOURSELF | Ages 12 to 18 | Friday 8 January | 10am to 2pm Clarkson Youth Centre Start 2021 off right by learning skills in relaxation. Learn mediation, ...yoga and making your own essential oil blend. Part of our school holiday program. Visit our website to register: https://bit.ly/3me1HYQ

06.01.2022 Looking for local family support services, mental health services and more? Find Your Local Community Service is our online interactive platform, helping you locate essential services in your area. Cant find the support service you require? Tell us what you need by visiting the Suggest a Service page at https://bit.ly/3m8XR4l call 9405 5600 or email [email protected].

06.01.2022 The City of Wanneroo Youth Team will be celebrating NAIDOC Week 2020 at all our 4 Youth Centres. Visit us this week at our drop-in programs for some art and yarning.

06.01.2022 Respect starts with you. A great video from Department of Communities.

06.01.2022 It's hard to believe we are coming to the end of the school year - but we are! If your child is heading into High School next year then headspace have this amazing resource. https://headspace.org.au//the-transition-from-primary-to/

05.01.2022 So many amazing opportunities

05.01.2022 Our friends at Telethon Kids Institute share some great tips on tackling techno tantrums.

05.01.2022 Parents, learn the basics of online safety with the Office of the eSafety Commissioner

05.01.2022 SUMMER EVENTS SEASON ANNOUNCED! Sunset cinema screenings , carnival rides , local markets , community concerts there's something for everyone in our ne...w-look events season. From Girrawheen to Yanchep, Banksia Grove to Butler, there's a fantastic free event coming to a suburb near you! To find out more visit wanneroo.wa.gov.au/eventseason

05.01.2022 Keen young skateboarders, scooter riders and BMX-ers had an awesome time carving up the new Splendid Park skate park in Yanchep this weekend.

04.01.2022 Give Care This Christmas This Christmas we're asking everyone to give care. Whether it’s checking in on a neighbour, sharing a cuppa or helping out this festive season, let’s all do our part to make this holiday a caring one. ... If you’re looking for festive activities, please visit: www.wanneroo.wa.gov.au/XmasList20 #CityofWanneroo

03.01.2022 HelpingMinds sharing a friendly reminder to take time to care for yourself

03.01.2022 Developmental Disability WA have created this amazing resource: Autism Parents' Handbook 2020/21 ... The handbook covers everything from getting a ASD diagnosis to technology, driving and sensory resources. The handbook also outlines support and services available across regional WA and also provides information on funding, respite and advocacy.

03.01.2022 Spring has sprung and love is in the air!

02.01.2022 The City recognises and celebrates the history, rich culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the City of Wanneroo and around Australia as we mark the start of #NAIDOCWeek today. The theme for this year’s celebration is 'Always Was, Always Will Be'. This theme recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the oldest continuing culture on Earth. Join fellow community members in recognising NAIDOC Week at a Flag Raising Ceremony this Friday 13 November at 9.15am at the City of Wanneroo’s Civic Centre amphitheatre. Learn more and register

02.01.2022 headspace Osborne Park are hosting an information session for family and friends of young people who are new or considering coming to headspace Osborne Park or Joondalup. Space is limited so please RSVP via: [email protected]

02.01.2022 Dead trees in the City have been painted blue to send a powerful message of hope and spread the message that it’s OK to not be OK. To mark Mental Health Week..., Two Rocks Yanchep Residents Association and Vikings Softball Club took part in a Blue Tree Project community painting day at Charnwood Reserve in Two Rocks and Kingsway Regional Sporting Complex in Madeley. If you’d like to get involved in a community painting day, contact the City’s Community Development team. Read more about the City’s blue trees: https://bit.ly/3lOMn56.

02.01.2022 Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia have created a great Migrant & Refugee Health Resource. Check it out below

01.01.2022 Are your kids using the following apps to stay connected with friends online? Houseparty https://bit.ly/3drMHDk FaceTime https://bit.ly/2WExGrQ Hoop https://bit.ly/2UQMfGl Messenger https://bit.ly/33HCfDe... Skype https://bit.ly/2UwUEQb TikTok https://bit.ly/3bEOPpz YouTube https://bit.ly/2UPW7Ad Instagram https://bit.ly/2R0zszT Learn how to protect their information and report inappropriate content or conduct with The eSafety Guide https://bit.ly/2xZAOnU

01.01.2022 Learn how to recycle right | GIRRAWHEEN The City is hosting a series of FREE interactive recycling workshops. No bookings required. All ages and recycling abilities welcome! Visit wanneroo.wa.gov.au/wasteeducation to find out more. Click on the event page below to register your interest for the first workshop at Girrawheen Library.

01.01.2022 To recognise Children’s Week (24 October 1 November) the City is working closely with Safe4Kids to offer parents and carers a FREE 8-part online course designed to help keep children safe. Study at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home. Places are limited so email [email protected] to register.

01.01.2022 School Holiday Bookings are OPEN!

01.01.2022 Do you know what goes in your yellow-lid recycling bin? Weve put together this handy how-to video to clear up the confusion Still unsure? Take a look at our A to Z waste disposal guide www.wanneroo.wa.gov.au/wasteatoz