Hobsons Bay UP in Newport, Victoria, Australia | Public & government service

Hobsons Bay UP

Locality: Newport, Victoria, Australia

Phone: 9932 4000

Address: Level 1 / 13-17 Mason Street 3015 Newport, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-services/Young-people

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25.01.2022 Let’s spice things up with virtual dances! Get your body moving and feel the joy of Hobsons Bay’s cultural diversity through the Laverton Community Hub's virtual dance program. Try a fun and free dance class from around the world in the comfort and safety of your home. For all body types, shapes and sizes, beginners through to advanced, everyone will find some spark of joy in this collection of dance classes! ... Brazillian Forro virtual dance program Friday starting 16 October, 6pm (for four weeks) Register via: https://form.jotform.com/LavertonCom/2020-Registration-Form Congolese virtual dance program Wednesday starting 28 October, 5pm(for four weeks) Register via: https://form.jotform.com/LavertonCom/2020-Registration-Form OPAcize Greek virtual dance fitness program Wednesday starting 28 October, 7pm(for six weeks) Register via: https://form.jotform.com/LavertonCom/2020-Registration-Form.

24.01.2022 How cool is this! Keep your eye out for some new artwork coming soon to Aviation Road - we are looking forward to a more colourful shopping precinct!

24.01.2022 Our first professional development Holiday Program ran yesterday and we're so grateful for everyone who came along! Participants learnt a lot about using and developing a LinkedIn profile, as well as how to form connections and stand out in creative industries. Our resume writing workshop begins today at 1PM - see you there! https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Recrea/Holiday-programs

24.01.2022 Tuning into Teens is coming BACK for Term 4! Complete with an exciting new course, parents of teenagers can access not only the support of other parents but specialist advice on guiding your child through their teen years. Head to the link below to learn more: https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Suppo/Tuning-Into-Teens

23.01.2022 Join Jade these holidays for a laid-back afternoon of crafts! Jade will be leading the DIY Beads workshop as part of our April Holiday Programs. At this free workshop young people can kick back, relax, and get creative. Registrations are still open! www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Recr/Holiday-programs/DIY-Beads

23.01.2022 Being a young person or working with young people means you see the ins and outs of the issues young people face. The Victorian Government is putting together an official Victorian Youth Strategy to ensure young people are being heard and supported in meaningful ways. To be a part of the process, head to: https://engage.vic.gov.au/victorian-youth-strategy

21.01.2022 The Art and Industry Festival is fast approaching! Keep reading to see their UPcoming events or head to https://artandindustryfestival.com.au/ to view the full program. Industrial Fashion Opening event Inspired by local industries, designers have pushed boundaries using unconventional materials to create wearable designs that connect art and industry. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/industrial-fashion-20/... The Song Series Concert This film showcases a captivating collection of original songs inspired by local industries and stories of Melbourne’s western suburbs. Written by Victoria University students and professional musicians, performances were filmed in the artists' homes during the COVID19 stay home period. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/the-song-series-conce/ Art & Industry Film Fest Over four nights, the Industrial Film Fest will shine a spotlight on fabulous local places, people and artforms through a collection of specially commissioned short films. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/industrial-film-fest/ Talking Hands Exhibition Talking Hands is an exhibition of beautiful images of workers’ hands by Altona artist, Zoya Martin, displayed across 5 local outdoor galleries. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/talking-hands-2020/ Secrets of Being an Artist Podcast Kids are often told not to become artists, but some defy this advice and succeed anyway. Through this podcast, reveal the individual steps taken on the journey to becoming an artist. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/secrets-of-being-an-a/ Welcome to Spotswood In acknowledgment of Spotswood's fast developments and unique landmarks, local artisan sign writer, Tony Mead, painted a larger-than-life, postcard-style mural ‘Welcome to Spotswood’ on a vintage water tank. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/welcome-to-spotswood/ Airtime An outdoor exhibition space that consisting of seven large flags featuring artworks that celebrate the creative talents of young people. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/airtime-2020/ Our Secret West if you're looking to host a Festival Night, your meals can be sorted too with a selection of local businesses offering catering to help you celebrate. http://artandindustryfestival.com.au/our-secret-west-food/

20.01.2022 Calling all last-minute wannabe Pirates! This basketball program for young people aged 10-18 is calling for all final registrations to participate this Friday! Here, young people can learn the basics of the game for free and make some new friends these holidays. Head here to register: https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Play-as-a-Pirate-Basket

19.01.2022 Your experience during this time is valid and meaningful. Some really great quotes here to help you cope with the grief you may be experiencing.

18.01.2022 School Holidays are a great time to practice some self care and to check in. Our youth counsellors are available every Wednesday from 12-3pm for you to chat with. https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Single-Session-Online-C

18.01.2022 We had such fun today at Altona Beach for our very first ever Survivor Challenge! Congrats to the winning teams and thanks to all the young people who came to have fun on a sunny summer day!

17.01.2022 Last night we began the first of our Holiday Programs, Heartspace! Shoutout to everyone who began the journey with us, we're so excited for our professional development programs to start tomorrow - registrations close at 5pm TODAY! Get in quick to be part of this super productive use of your school holidays. Registration link is below! https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Recrea/Holiday-programs

17.01.2022 Wholesome content to start off your week!

17.01.2022 Did you see the Illuminated Angels over the weekend? Share your pics with them using #CreativeCity #HobsonsBayOutdoors #ExperienceHobsonsBay

16.01.2022 Tune in live to the Woods Street Youth Arts Prize! Such a fantastic way to celebrate the incredible works by local young artists. Plus CLAIM is set to join us and the emerging curators in honour of the 2020 winners!

16.01.2022 Q Who shapes and influences decisions in your local community? A You can! Community Engagement is the process where the community participates to influence decisions. Now more than ever, it’s crucial that young people have a say in Hobsons Bay! ... Council has released its draft Community Engagement Policy to help guide the way we engage with you. Tell us how we can best inform you about our work and involve you in our decision making! Comment at https://participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/help-shape-how-we

14.01.2022 Help headspace Werribee develop their LGBTQIA+ and CALD mental health support! If you identify with either (or both) of these groups, join headspace Werribee in a focus group to inform their intersectional support development. Head here to learn more! ... https://headspace.org.au//rainbow-bridges-lgbtiqa-and-cal/ See more

14.01.2022 Some of the incredible students from Emmanuel College have been training in radio broadcasting and recording at SYN! The very timely theme this year is mental health and wellbeing, the challenges of the topic being captured by young people, for young people. Tune in weekly at 12pm noon from SYN 90.7FM or http://syn.org.au/

14.01.2022 Alejandro is a passionate young local set to lead the conversation at our very first UP Talk. After completing his Bachelor of Business (International Business) and Diploma of Languages (Spanish) at RMIT University, Alejandro worked in the corporate sector working for several global organisations - specialising in Training and Development. He is currently the Schools and Partnerships Lead for Burn Bright, a not-for-profit organisation that partners with schools across Austra...lia and New Zealand to deliver Student Leadership and Wellbeing programs. Join us and Alejandro this Victorian Youth Week! Register here: https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Victorian-Yout/UP-Talks

13.01.2022 The Takeover Melbourne 2020 winners have been announced! Keep an eye on ABC Melbourne for their live streamed gala event celebrating these incredible young people from across Melbourne happening this Thursday (3 December) at 4:30pm. Featuring 31 inspiring young storytellers from across Greater Melbourne, the event will celebrate the resilience and strength of Melbourne’s young people, as 2020 comes to a close. Takeover Melbourne is a new initiative that creates a powerful platform for young Melburnians to be heard. Young storytellers share their experiences with the Takeover Melbourne Competition and 32 winners are selected to work with ABC producers to have their story on the ABC, as well as receiving leadership and networking experiences to further amplify their voices.

12.01.2022 January is coming and so are a whole new range of programs - including some face-to-face! View the range of UPcoming holiday programs for your summer: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/holidayprogram

11.01.2022 Today we officially kicked off our January Holiday Programs with the ever-creative Clay Play! Thank you so much to all of the amazing participants who came along to our first face-to-face program in almost a year. It was so exciting to be back in person creating with you all. Special shoutout to Emma for facilitating another therapeutic art program! Want to come along to more of our January Holiday Programs? Registrations are at www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/holiday program

11.01.2022 Creative opportunity coming through!

11.01.2022 Tell your mates to square up this Victorian Youth Week. Register for our Virtual Trivia Night for the chance to win $100 prize AND ultimate bragging rights! https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Vi/Virtual-Trivia-Night

11.01.2022 Aaarrrr you ready to play some basketball? Young people aged 10-18 can learn how to play the game from the Altona Pirates Basketball Club these holidays! This free holiday program is here to give young people a shot to learn the fundamentals of basketball, improve their skills, and make new friends. Registrations are still open! https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Recrea/Holiday-programs

10.01.2022 Lest we forget. Today at 11am we pause to reflect on the men and women who have died or suffered during war, conflicts and peace operations on behalf of our country. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War and while we are unable to gather together due to COVID-19, the Shrine of Remembrance will be streaming a live service at https://www.shrine.org.au/remembrance-day-commemoration Locally, the Altona Village Traders Association and their team of volunteers have again transformed the lawns out the front of the Civic Centre and around the cenotaph into a sea of hand crocheted poppies to honour the occasion.

09.01.2022 Our Heartspace Holiday Program has entered its second week and we are loving the incredible positive energy and amazing creations being made Our holiday program continues Wednesday with our cover letter writing workshop. Link below for registration! https://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au//Recrea/Holiday-programs

09.01.2022 Have you signed up for the Big Ideas Day yet? Our entrepreneurial workshop next week will give you all you need to know about turning your dream into a reality! At the Big Ideas Day you can join fellow business-minded young people in learning the fundamentals of kickstarting a project, initiative, or business in our community. Registrations for The Big Ideas Day are open! Head to www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/bigideasday to sign up.

08.01.2022 Summer's nearly here! From free outdoor pottery to the ultimate Survivor Party, these next holidays are set to be jam-packed with plenty of events to get you and your mates out in the sun. View the full range of January Holiday Programs at www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/holidayprogram!

08.01.2022 Let’s get creative!

08.01.2022 UP Talks are the perfect way to access a free, fast and convenient place to get advice tailored to boost your future employment. Join us next Friday as guest speaker, David Cyngler, shares with us his experiences to help you understand the recruitment process. This is the one place to get informed advice from a young local on how to get your application noticed and for you to land the job. Join the conversation by registering at www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/uptalks!

07.01.2022 Local scooter legend @adam.allwood is here with his take on life in lockdown! Thanks to everyone who's participated in #HobsonsStayHome! Your messages of safety and perseverance have been so inspiring throughout the lockdown period. Special thanks to Adam for being such a great send off to this campaign!

07.01.2022 Want to work in the music industry or just want to try something new? Become a part of the Westside FReeZA Committee! Whether it's supporting artists on stage, doing some behind-the-scenes event planning, or networking in the community, FReeZA is the place where local musos like Dale have had invaluable industry experience. Join the 2021 Westside FReeZA Committee today! www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/freeza

05.01.2022 The Victorian Government is calling for all young people to have their say on what matters most to them! This co-designed and youth-led consultation process involve a series of online youth and community forums will be held across the state, including in suburban, regional and rural areas. Learn more here: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/young-people-have-their-say-

05.01.2022 The Woods Street Youth Art Prize Award Ceremony is just about to start! Head to Creative City Hobsons Bay to tune in live!

03.01.2022 Such a great opportunity!!

03.01.2022 "The library is open" - RuPaul

01.01.2022 Coming to the Big Ideas Day next Wednesday is the first step to getting your big idea off the ground. At the Big Ideas Day you can join fellow business-minded young people like Charles in learning the fundamentals of kickstarting a project, initiative, or business in our community. Registrations are open at www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/bigideasday!