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The Footscray Art Prize is a biennial visual art prize for contemporary artworks across multiple platforms and disciplines. Entries open 3 October 2022 and close 20 March 2023.

Butterfly Foundation is inviting all young people aged 12-18 to have their voices heard about body image by filling in the Body Kind Youth Survey.

Over 10 weeks, Side Hustle School prepares you to launch and run your very own side hustle business.

#RUOKDay2022 is today – Thursday 8 September. We want everyone to know that you don’t need to be an expert to have an R U OK?

In this dynamic 90-minute webinar, psychologist Jocelyn Brewer will help parents and carers understand aspects of technology, app and video game design that prove to be so seductive (and perhaps even ‘addictive’) to young people and their still developing brains.

“It’s Wear it Purple Day!!! Today is all about creating safe, inclusive and empowering environments for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and celebrating their awesomeness!

At this Teen Gaming webinar you will get an insight into why your teen loves to game and what healthy gaming looks like!

Call out to not for profit organisations that provide services to young people! Service Space available at the Visy Cares Hub!

Throughout September, a variety of events and activities will be organised all across the state, giving young Victorians a chance to express their ideas and views and act on issues that affect their lives.

Power. How come some people have it and others don’t? Are you curious about the world around you, who has power and why? Power isn’t just about politicians and billionaires. Power can be found in our homes, our schools, and in ourselves. Learn more at this upcoming Brimbank Youth Forum workshop!

Want a better future? The very first step is imagining it. Right now we are existing in someone else’s vision. The good news is that the systems that shape our lives are ours to create, and ours to change. It’s time for us to dream up something better at this upcoming Brimbank Youth Forum workshop!

Are you interested in shaping the future of your local community? If so, then Brimbank Council wants to hear from YOU at this upcoming Brimbank Youth Forum!

Wear it Purple Day fast approaching – Friday 26 August 2022. In its twelfth year, Wear it Purple Day is an annual awareness day held on the last Friday in August which aims to create safe, inclusive and empowering environments for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+.

Do you have a story to share? Here is your chance to share it and be published in a booklet highlighting young peoples’ relationships with their own cultural background!

DID YOU KNOW!? With your Brimbank Libraries membership you can access free study and homework help, online 24/7!

GenZine’s bi-annual gender equity art and discussion magazine issue No.3 out now!

Be of value to #local Brimbank businesses and the community! Start here with our list below of employment opportunities! Work close to home and help grow the local economy!

Don’t miss this online information session and get the knowledge you need to apply for a grant!

Check out this creative program by MPavilion – M_Curators are the next generation of art, design and creative workers!

We would like to share some LGBTQIA+ resources that are out there just in case you or someone you know were looking for them.

National NAIDOC week starts today!

Crystal Queer returns in term 3 with a calendar of fun, fortnightly sessions that will nourish the mind, body and soul!

How can we support you for your career?

Winter school holidays are finally here! That means a new issue of ‘What’s On In The West’!

To mark and celebrate Refugee Week 2022, Brimbank Council is inviting community members to a special event at Sunshine Library on Wednesday evening.

😍 We can’t wait for our brand new state of the art Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre to open 😍

Headspace Melton is supporting Edmund Rice Services in running this day of Mountain Biking at the Mt. Atkinson Community Centre during school holidays.

Are you interested in learning more about self-image, healthy relationships and sexual wellbeing?

Every school holidays, Brimbank Youth Services runs a Showbags Ballot which offers low-cost showbags to young people aged 10 to 17 who live, work, study and/or socialise in the city of Brimbank.

Swimming lessons are filling fast with limited spaces remaining. Avoid the waiting lists and get your child enrolled today.

📜 🗣️ Calling all potential writers, poets, story tellers…..

Imarsha and Binusha from the Brimbank Youth Council recently completed a massive project that involved the creation of a multicultural wellbeing mural by the student voice teams!

National Reconciliation Week—27 May to 3 June—is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

🎾Feeling inspired to play tennis? 🎾 Why not head down to the National Tennis Centre for some coaching and heaps of fun!

🙌 Join us at #erringtonreservestalbans on Saturday 18 JUNE for a SPORTS ACTIVITY DAY!!

Join us for the Biggest Morning Tea on the 27th of May at Visy Cares Hub!

IDAHOBIT is the International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination acknowledged on May 17! It is about celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and working towards eliminating discrimination against LGBTQIA+ identifying people around the world!

It’s with great pleasure to introduce Cr Jasmine Nguyen (Mayor)!

DON’T MISS OUT on these fantastic opportunities coming up in the next few weeks for job seekers, students looking to transition into the workforce, and for people looking to change careers!

Craft has always been a key part of the activist’s toolkit – now more than ever. Through craft, we have the power to create something entirely new with our own hands. To start a conversation and tackle social, political and environmental issues.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce Meet Cr Sarah Branton)!

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Council: Meagan Mostert!

The Gallery Is Me Exhibition Event is a celebration of Brimbank’s young Artists and an opportunity for our community to discover what they have to share about themselves via their expressive and innovative artworks.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Council: Helen Huynh!

Join this FREE in-person summit at the State Library Victoria on Sunday 15th May to discover what it takes to apply for universities in the US and UK like Harvard, Oxford and more!

Registration now open for our seven-week Tuning in to Teens program that teaches parents how to help their teen develop emotional intelligence.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Council: Soul Fuimaono!

Get help with applying for apprenticeships, certificates, various employment pathways and training including, construction, business, community services and arts programs

“Thrive with Good Vibes” is your weekly safe space to chat, chill & move your body with #brimbankyouthservices Courtney & Kaitlyn!!

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Council: Jade Byers!

Today we pay honour and tribute to our veterans and service members who have served our country in times of war.

It has never been more important to equip young people with the tools they need to feel empowered to make a difference.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Council: Alicia Gec!

Brimbank Libraries are open until 10pm on Thursday evenings at Sunshine Library, offering an array of events, programs and workshops to explore and inspire.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Council: Sebastian Foliaki!

🙌👉💙 The Royal Children’s Hospital is excited to announce that they are recruiting for Lived Experience Advisors.

In partnership with Victoria Univeristy Polytechnic! Brimbank City Council is connecting you to skills, training and industry!

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Council: Gargi Katyare!

🥳🥳🥳 The VISY Cares Hub is getting a new chill zone out the front!

Reshape Our Future youth forums are free, fun and powerful events happening across June 2022

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Imarsha Pathirana!

Keilor Public Golf Course is looking for two pro shop attendants to join our growing team!

💈 ✂ Are you interested in one day working in a or opening your own barber shop?

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Mariam Hussein!

Last week, BYS visited @copperfieldcollege’s wonderful Skittles group where the crew painted Jenga blocks in all the colours of the LGBTQIA+ rainbow!

This newsletter contains information about a variety of low cost and free youth-friendly events happening around the Western suburbs.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Emily Bui!

The Foundation for Young Australians and YLab Global are hosting an online workshop about National Youth-Led Disability Advocacy to hear insights and ideas about what needs to change and how.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Kara Evangelista! Read more about this young person here!

Let’s Talk about Mental Health: A guide to conversation with our family and carers

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Binusha Pathirana!

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Vi Nguyen!

The day celebrates the accomplishments of transgender and gender nonconforming people while raising awareness of the work that still needs to be done to achieve trans justice!

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Chelsea Truong!

Every school holidays, Brimbank Youth Services runs a Showbags Ballot which offers low-cost showbags to young people aged 10 to 17 who live, work, study and/or socialise in the city of Brimbank.

Hunt Club Community and Arts Centre & Brimbank Youth Services are thrilled to invite you to our youth art exhibition – RECENTRE

We’re looking for passionate and community focused people to join our Leisure Centres team at the brand new Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre in 2022.

The Brimbank Youth Services team supported Brimbank Leisure to deliver the ‘Jobs in Leisure’ workshop for young people 16-25 who are seeking employment.

It’s with great pleasure to introduce your 2022 Brimbank Youth Councillor Allyza Catapang!

Get ready to meet the Brimbank Youth Council of 2022 consisting of 15 young, motivated and inspiring individuals!

Young people are invited to discuss the 4-bin system that Council is proposing to introduce.

Last week BYS staff members Mariah & Courtney visited St Albans Secondary College where they played ‘act of kindness pong’.

Cultural Diversity week (Saturday 19 March – Sunday 27 March 2022) is Victoria’s largest multicultural celebration featuring a week long program of festivals and events.

We seek people with community-first values who want to make Brimbank an even better place to live and work.

The Brimbank Writers & Readers Festival (BWRF) is an annual event that encourages a love of reading and literature, celebrates creativity and diversity, and promotes lifelong learning in Brimbank. There is no charge to attend the 10 day program of workshops, author talks, panel discussions, writing, storytelling and more.

Applications for Brimbank Youth Council 2022 are now open! Interested in creating change in your local community? Then apply for a role in the Brimbank Youth Council!

The Bold Source Issue #3 is now accepting submissions, this time in response to the theme “Self-care and Healing”. The Bold Source is a youth-led magazine for young people aged […]

School holidays fast approaching! The What’s On In The West newsletter has been updated with a list of free and low-cost activities you can check out during the upcoming school holidays!

Earn and grow your wealth this summer with these #LOCAL job opportunities in #brimbank! Any young people needing assistance with applying, career direction and/or anything in between please contact the #brimbankyouthservices team!

A free program for parents and carers of young people aged 10 to 18 years old. Our seven-week Tuning in to Teens program teaches parents how to help their teen develop emotional intelligence.

The BYS School Holidays Showbags Ballot is back! Complete the ballot survey before 13 December!

Maybe it’s a side gig that will help you save up for something special! Or maybe you want to change jobs and grow your skills in a new environment. Start here with our list of Brimbank jobs for young people!

👓📚 📕 📗 Join. Borrow. Play. Win! The #BigSummerRead: a statewide reading challenge for children! The BIG Summer Read is a program aimed to keep you reading all summer long. Register online via Beanstack, at your closest branch, or at one of our launch events to participate.

It’s Transgender Awareness Week! The weeks help raise the visibility of transgender people and address issues members of the community face.

We want to celebrate Hayley Bissett – a remarkable young person in our community who has shown phenomenal progress in her English literacy

Join LGBTIQ+ upstanders from Splunk and IBM, Queers in Science and a university provider for an online STEM career info and Q+A event.

Job Seekers SEE BELOW! Help revitalize and grow the local economy with these local job opportunities in the #CITYOFBRIMBANK!

A free, online information session where young people with questions about COVID can get them answered directly by a medical professional.

Calling Local Writers & Storytellers For the 2022 Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival will take place in a multi-mode format 17-26 March 2022.

Brimbank City Council’s Children’s Week celebrations include fun online activities for families and their children to reconnect with new learning opportunities and their community.

KIDS VOUCHER PROGRAM – Helping eligible families cover the cost of getting their kids involved in organised sport and recreation.

Sustainable shopping is all about learning how to lower your ‘foodprint’- buying food that is better for people animals & the environment. 

Did you know that Victorian households throw out about 250,000 tonnes of food each year. Almost half our household rubbish is food waste!

What’s On In The West is a newsletter containing a list of free and low-cost activities you can check out during the upcoming school holidays!

Join Little Litter Project to unpack all things waste and how small steps can make a difference! Register For This NO COST event here.

The first event of our #BYCwastefree campaign this September is a #GoingGreen GAMES NIGHT with a theme on Sustainability.

As the world becomes increasingly faster and trends become easily accessible, many things tend to become more harmful despite their popularity and productivity. Fashion is one of those things.

Check out our ‘All things Recycling’ blog post written by Youth Councillor Emily Bui! You can find the link via our linktree in our bio.

Check out this awesome publication called GenZine. It’s been created by a group of young people from the western suburbs of Melbourne to promote and raise awareness of gender equity.

The Bold Source editorial team is open for new recruits for their third issue! If you like writing, editing, drawing or simply enjoy being creative, get in touch with us!

The Young Innovators Program will support and guide you to develop your idea, with seed funding available at the end of the program for successful innovators.

TODAY is Wear it Purple Day! Check out how our team are celebrating this very important day! See how our team are celebrating this day in this short video!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to you our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Thang Phuting!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to you our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Chelsea Truong!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to you our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Brooke Joy Moncur!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to you our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Candace Colaco!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to you our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Emily Bui!

In celebration of #NAIDOC week, we want to share knowledge about the common and recognisable species of Indigenous Plants of Brimbank!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to you our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Emma-Rain Kirifi!

Future Connect looking for young people and employers to join our next co-design workshop on Tuesday 10th August from 12:30pm – 3pm.

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Parminder!

Watch the launch of The Bold Source magazine’s second issue including special guests. This issues focuses on the themes of transformation and metamorphosis.

Use the interactive event map to find Victorian Youth Week events happening in your area. Keep checking the map for more event details as they come through!

Victorian Youth Week is a seven-day celebration of young people aged 12 to 25 that happens every year. All events and activities in this publication are for all young people aged 12 to 25 unless otherwise specified.

The Bold Source magazine is back again with its second issue, this time on transformation and metamorphosis. Join us online July 25 as we explore how transformative the last year has been for young people.

The Bold Source Issue 2 launches soon, check out this sneak peek of the new cover here! Don’t forget to RSVP for the ONLINE launch Friday 29 June!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Maddi Alberty!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor L’wel Gay Moo!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Sarah Law!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! It’s with great pleasure to introduce to our 2021 Brimbank Youth Councillor Thomas O’Reilly!

Daring to be different – Brimbank’s beloved Be Bold Festival returns with a dynamic program of arts, culture, music and performance by and for our community in Melbourne’s west.

Cultural Diversity Week is Victoria’s largest multicultural celebration featuring a week long program of festivals and events.

Create art or content that encourages COVIDSafe behaviour and get funded between $2,000 – $20,000 for your project

APPLICATIONS FOR BRIMBANK YOUTH COUNCIL 2021 ARE NOW OPEN! As a Brimbank Youth Council member, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills, network and build meaningful connections within your community!

This January, join Brimbank Youth Services and Women’s Health West to learn, investigate and ask questions during our Sexual Health Summer.

Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions we have really heard about the importance of staying connected with others- family members, friends, colleagues or peers. Read more to find out why keeping connected is always so important and how you can do that without meeting face to face.

After a year including bushfires and the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, students may need more mental health support than usual over the school holidays.

To follow government instructions to stay at home and self-isolate, we have created a newsletter containing information about a range of free and low-cost activities and resources that young people and their families can access from home.

We conclude our #meettheorganisation campaign with Brimbank Youth Services (Wellbeing & Belonging Team)! We caught up with the team and asked them a few questions.

Over the next few days we will be introducing you to a range of local organisations that provide different services for young people in Brimbank. We continue our #meettheorganisation campaign with Headspace! We caught up with the organisation and asked them a few questions.

Over the next few days we will be introducing you to a range of local organisations that provide different services for young people in Brimbank. We continue our #meettheorganisation campaign with Charis Mentoring! We caught up with the organisation and asked them a few questions.

Over the next few days we will be introducing you to a range of local organisations that provide different services for young people in Brimbank. We start our #meettheorganisation campaign with The Salvation Army Australia! We caught up with the organisation and asked them a few questions.

Check out this article put together by BYC Brooke Moncur on methods she uses to keep a balanced personal life and work/school life.

During these difficult times in isolation, it is important that we continue to maintain our mental health. One way we can do this is by being mindful, which means to be aware of our present thoughts, feelings and emotions.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all Youth Week events in Victoria had to be cancelled. The good news is that Youth Week 2020 has been rescheduled to happen this November – with all events and activities happening online!

Going through a tough time and in need of support? You can contact Brimbank Youth Services or check out this list of trusted youth support services.

The #BrimbankYouth campaign is a project that aims to capture the voices, positivity and resilience of our local young people through short video clips that give a snapshot of their day-to-day lives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Both during and post lockdown it’s so important to support each other, because things aren’t really “normal” and we might not realise it but our friends may be feeling blue or struggling to adapt to the changes.

To celebrate NAIDOC, we have compiled a list of Indigenous Australian Literature For Young People!

We hear this word all the time, and for most people it evokes images of face masks and spa days. Don’t get me wrong, that is 100% a form of self-care, but I believe that there is so much more to it than we realise!

To celebrate NAIDOC Week 2020, we are highlighting these incredible young Indigenous Australian artists.

Brimbank has a rich Indigenous history and we acknowledge the Kulin nation of peoples as the traditional owners of the land and the Indigenous community’s right to self –determination.

NAIDOC Week is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements. It is celebrated across Australia by both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian’s.

To follow government instructions to stay at home and self-isolate, we have created a newsletter containing information about a range of free and low-cost activities and resources that young people and their families can access from home.

We understand that studying can at times get challenging! We understand that VCE / VET/ VCAL, Secondary and Primary students now more than ever need support! This is why we have created this latest Study Support brochure of services currently offered across Brimbank!

Are you a young person aged 10-25 years who’s connected to the city of Brimbank? The Bold Source wants to hear from you!

BRIMBANK Live is on every Friday from August 28 – December 17! Listen live or on demand via our podcasts. Produced and presented by young people for everyone!

This year has been tough for young people in Brimbank. COVID-19 has completely changed how we live, connect and thrive. As a young person, or a parent of a young person, it’s really important to know what services are out there to support you when you need it. Join us in an online webinar on 17 September to hear about ways to support your mental health, your legal rights and responsibilities, and staying engaged with school.

The Brimbank Writers & Readers Festival is an annual event that encourages a love of reading and literature, storytelling, celebrates creativity and diversity, and promotes lifelong learning. There is no charge to attend these online events.

Brimbank Council is offering one-off Community Recovery Grants to support new, or the expansion of existing, innovative community-led and community-based initiatives that contribute to the community’s COVID-19 recovery and strengthen resilience.

Would you like to work closer to home? We have compiled a list of local jobs within Brimbank Council and sorrounding suburbs.

Brimbank City Council will be delivering a series of information sessions to update and engage our community during COVID-19.

On the job hunt? We understand it may be difficult right now but perseverance is key! You might also be interested in our LOCAL JOBS list below!
If you or someone you know aged 15 – 25 requires assistance with applying for a jobs please feel free to contact Brimbank Youth Services team!

Brimbank Council is inviting residents to participate in a new health and wellbeing survey to assess the lifestyle and behavioural impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic across our community.

First time towing? It can be tough. Everything seems normal going forward, until you break and the trailer starts to push you from behind. And reversing? The first time I towed a trailer I only drove it forwards and took it off the car to turn around.

We are pleased to advise that Brimbank City Council recently resolved to build a new Health & Wellbeing centre to replace the old and tired St Albans Leisure Centre, located at 90 Taylors Rd, Keilor Downs.

Are you a young first time parent? Do you have questions about caring for you bub?
Stress less, we have teamed up with local midwife Bianca to help prepare weekly tips you can follow to become the best parent you can be!

Brimbank City Council’s Brimbank Youth Strategy 2020-24 addresses the needs of young people aged 10 to 25 rears, who live, study, socialise or work in Brimbank. The Strategy recognises the key role young people play in shaping our communities and society now and into the future.

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Albert, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Nyawir, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Brooke, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Rianne, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Amelie, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

Are you a young first time parent? Do you have questions about caring for you bub?
Stress less, we have teamed up with local midwife Bianca to help prepare weekly tips you can follow to become the best parent you can be!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Tluang, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

Having a licence and being on the road are tickets to certain kinds of freedom, but they also come with some responsibilities and it’s good to know how to be prepared for the legal expectations that may be coming your way.

Jade a member of Brimbank Youth Council updates us on what they’re working on.

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Maddi, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Jade, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Sarah, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

Mentally stressed? Seeking clarity and peacefulness? Join Jessica and Julian from the Brimbank Youth Services team as they show us how to make pancakes and share tips on how to maintain a positive state of well being!

The #BrimbankYouth campaign is a project that aims to capture the voices, positivity and resilience of our local young people through short video clips that give a snapshot of their day-to-day lives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Welcome to the first ever issue of The Bold Source! We, the editors, are thrilled to present this magazine to you. What makes this magazine so special is that it led, curated and designed by creative young people in the City Of Brimbank.

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Thomas, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

🤔❓ Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! #MeetBYC Neha, one of the Brimbank Youth Councillors!

Did you know that Brimbank has a Youth Council? Now you do! Over the next few weeks, we are running the #MeetBYC campaign!

To follow government instructions to stay at home and self-isolate, we have created a newsletter containing information about a range of free and low-cost activities and resources that young people and their families can access from home.

We warmly invite you to the launch of Brimbank’s first youth magazine The Bold Source!

Are you a young first time parent? Do you have questions about caring for you bub?
Stress less, we have teamed up with local midwife Bianca to help prepare weekly tips you can follow to become the best parent you can be!

L2P Brimbank have put together for you 5 amazing day trips you can take around Melbourne. Don’t forget, when you are out on country roads and highways, take it easy, take plenty of breaks and take your time.

Are you a young first time parent? Do you have questions about caring for you bub?
Stress less, we have teamed up with local midwife Bianca to help prepare weekly tips you can follow to become the best parent you can be!

Thomas a member of Brimbank Youth Council updates us on what they’re working on!

The Brimbank L2P driving program team shares insight, information and clears up the questions sourrounding the use of Car Sharing. From Goget, Flexicar and more.

To get some expert advice on how we can take good care of our car (and hopefully save us a bunch of $$) we caught up with Bruce, an L2P Mentor and real-life mechanic.

Are you a young first time parent? Do you have questions about caring for you bub?
Stress less, we have teamed up with local midwife Bianca to help prepare weekly tips you can follow to become the best parent you can be!

Every member of the community plays a role in promoting a safe community. The draft strategy focuses on Council’s role and where Council can have the greatest impact on improving [...]

So there’s car licences, but what else can I drive?

Thanks Brimbank & North West Star Weekly for mentioning the new council initiative called Project BrIMPACT! The program helps local businesses recruit and retain more young people facing barriers to employment.

L2P – Buying your first car can be daunting. Do you go for your dream car, or something basic to get you going?

Meet VAUGHN as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Meet SAANA as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Meet JOANNA as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Sarah a member of Brimbank Youth Council updates us on what they’re working on.

Meet JULIANNE as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Meet EANGANO as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

To follow government instructions to stay at home and self-isolate, we have created a newsletter containing information about a range of free and low-cost activities and resources that young people and their families can access from home.

Meet DEVIKA as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Meet CHRISTOPHER as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Meet MAIMA as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Meet LILY as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

Meet TRANG as part of our BRIMBANK YOUTH WEEK celebrations – we are highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals from our community.

In Brimbank, we’re celebrating YOUTH WEEK by highlighting the uniqueness, talents and creativity of 10 young individuals in our community. Find out who they are by checking out our Instagram Page @brimbankyouth

Council is monitoring ongoing developments about the spread of the coronavirus. We’ll continue to update you about any further changes.

Victorian Youth Week is a week long celebration of young people aged 12-25 fiilled with great things to do, activities and workshops!