Mount Alexander Shire Council Youth

24/04/2026

Free Youth Photography Workshops

Want to learn about photography, camera basics and what makes a great capture?
Sign up for our free 4-week workshop series with Penny Ryan from

Penny will be leading four hands-on, engaging workshops over May and June, exploring working with available light and practical tips for capturing people, events and life in general!

📸 Monday 11 May, 3.45pm–5.45pm
📸 Monday 18 May, 3.45pm–5.45pm
📸 Monday 25 May, 3.45pm–5.45pm
📸 Monday 1 June, 3.45pm–5.45pm

 
Equipment provided / All abilities encouraged / Ages 14–18 years

 
To book a spot, head to the linktree in our bio or visit our website www.mountalexandershireyouth.com.au
 
For more information, or for support to attend this activity, please contact our Youth Development team.

21/04/2026

A session for parents and teens to learn together about va**ng.
Join Community Health Nurse Bron Grieve for a friendly, informative discussion.
📅 3 May | 🕒 2–3pm | 📍 Kyneton Mechanics Institute
Free event. Afternoon tea included. Registration required.

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03/03/2026

What a fantastic turnout for our Supporting Neurodivergent Children in Community Sport workshops last week!  ⚽🏀

We were thrilled to have 16 local clubs and organisations represented over the two sessions, all committed to creating more inclusive and supportive sporting environments for neurodivergent children and their families!

A huge thank you to and for delivering such engaging, practical and insightful sessions. Your expertise, warmth and passion gave us real, practical strategies to take back to our programs!

If your club would like resources, guidance or support with funding opportunities, reach out to the Sports Focus team:

🌐 www.sportsfocus.com.au

📞(03) 5442 3101

Lastly, a big thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to all the thoughtful, positive conversations ✨

22/01/2026

The best night happen because of you - you make the moment. It’s not about the beers.

19/01/2026

You remember more when you’re in it. Stay clear, Stay you. It’s not about the beers!

15/01/2026

Don’t lose yourself to the pressure. Lose the drinks, keep more of yourself. It’s not about the beers.

12/01/2026

You don’t need a drink to belong.
Real mates, real moments, that’s enough. It’s not about the beers.

06/01/2026

Some nights you don’t want to forget and you shouldn’t have to!
The best memories come when you’re clear, connected, and actually there for it.
That’s what it’s about. It’s not about the beers.

19/12/2025

✨ That’s a wrap for Amplify (formerly Freeza) events for 2025! ✨

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came along to our final celebrations at the Castlemaine Twilight Market Stage and Christmas Movie Screening—and to everyone who came to our gigs and supported us throughout the year! 💛

We’ve been spoiled with incredible young bands and musicians gracing our stages—seriously, the talent around here is next level! 🎶🔥

Swipe to see some shots from the Amp Twilight Stage performers. 📸

Amplify will be back and raring to go again in 2026—keep an eye out early next year for what we’ve got planned! 👀

28/11/2025

It’s MOVIE TIMEEEE! 🤩😇🎥

Get your popcorn ready for this years Amplify moooovie screening event 🐮🌟

📍Phee Broadway Theatre
📅 Thurs 18 December
⏰️ 7:30pm-9:30pm
💰 Free

There will be delicious movie snacks, awesome activities, and an exciting Christmas movie screening⛄️🥨🛼

Now the moment you have all been waiting for,
We will be watching…..

The Nightmare Before Christmas!!!!🎃👻🎅

Want more info or to snag a ticket? Head to the Linktree in our bio.

For ages 12-20 years

Alcohol, drug and smoke/vape free
Fully supervised
No pass outs

we will see you all there 🌟

07/11/2025

✨️🦸‍♂️Parenting Talk: Preparing Your Teen for a Social World

📅Thursday 13 November 2025

⏰️5.30 – 6.45 pm (Arrive from 5.15 pm)

📍Castlemaine Library

 
Join Community Health Nurse Bron Grieve for a FREE session on how to support your teen through social situations involving drugs, alcohol, and va**ng. Learn how to have open conversations, build resilience, and empower your young person to make safe, informed choices 💕

Presented in partnership with    &

 Book now by following the Linktree in our bio ✌️

Or..

Contact Bron: 0439 187 051
Email: [email protected]

06/11/2025

👨‍👧‍👦✨ Parenting Talk: Preparing Your Teen for a Social World
📅 Thursday 13 November 2025
🕠 5.30 – 6.45 pm (Arrive from 5.15 pm)
📍 Castlemaine Library

Join Community Health Nurse Bron Grieve for a FREE session on how to support your teen through social situations involving drugs, alcohol, and va**ng. Learn how to have open conversations, build resilience, and empower your young person to make safe, informed choices.

Presented in partnership with Mount Alexander Shire Council, Castlemaine Library, and Dhelkaya Health

🔗 Book now at https://goldfieldslibraries.com/castlemaine-events/
📞 Contact Bron: 0439 187 051
📧 Email: [email protected]

Previous parent talks are now available to watch on line.
Go to: https://mountalexandershireyouth.com.au/parenttalks/

Practical guidance on how to prepare your teen for social situations involving drugs, alcohol, and va**ng.