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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!