Greater Dandenong Youth Services

08/09/2026

Do you know a young person looking for a fun and supportive way to boost their physical and mental wellbeing?⁠
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Join Movement 4 Your Mind, a free 4-week program for young people aged 12-25 years. Participants will try movement-based activities such as yoga, dance fitness, spin cycling and body balance (combination of Tai Chi and Pilates) while building confidence, learning wellbeing strategies, and connecting with other young people in a supportive, judgement free environment.⁠
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✅ Try new group fitness activities⁠
✅ Learn practical wellbeing tools⁠
✅ Build confidence and wellbeing⁠
✅ Meet other young people in your community⁠
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No fitness or sporting experience needed. Just come along and have a go.⁠
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📍 Noble Park Aquatic Centre⁠
📅 Tuesdays 6, 13, 20 and 27 October⁠
⏰ 4.15pm - 5.30pm⁠
💸 Free⁠
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Spots are limited, so head to the link in our bio to submit an expression of interest. 🔗

04/09/2026

Do you know a young person looking for a fun and supportive way to boost their physical and mental wellbeing?

Join Movement 4 Your Mind, a free 4-week program for young people aged 12-25 years. Participants will try movement-based activities such as yoga, dance fitness, spin cycling and body balance (combination of Tai Chi and Pilates) while building confidence, learning wellbeing strategies, and connecting with other young people in a supportive, judgement free environment.

✅ Try new group fitness activities
✅ Learn practical wellbeing tools
✅ Build confidence and wellbeing
✅ Meet other young people in your community

No fitness or sporting experience needed. Just come along and have a go.

📍 Noble Park Aquatic Centre
📅 Tuesdays 6, 13, 20 and 27 October
⏰ 4.15pm - 5.30pm
💸 Free

Spots are limited, so head to the link in our bio to submit an expression of interest. 🔗

03/09/2026

The Write It Out: Creative Writing Workshops and Networking event was a hit.✍️📚

Yesterday, young writers from across Greater Dandenong came together at Springvale Library for an afternoon of learning, connection and celebration.

The event launched the Write It Out book and celebrated the talented winners of the Write It Out: Short Story Competition, recognising the creativity and storytelling skills of young people in our community.

Participants also took part in inspiring workshops with published authors Kelly Wilson and Danielle Binks, building their writing skills and learning more about the publishing journey.

A big thank you to everyone who attended, shared their ideas and helped make the event such a welcoming and inspiring space.

📖 Read the Write It Out eBook here: https://youth.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/projects/write-it-out
📸 Check out photos from the event here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1494749876018065&type=3

Thank you to our sponsors Readings Books and Emerging Writers Festival for generously contributing to the competition prize pool and supporting young writers in Greater Dandenong.

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

Who’s ready to take the stage at Game On and Mic Up? 🌟 🎤

We’re looking for young performers to showcase their talent at our open mic session.

All performance styles are welcome, including singing, rapping, spoken word, poetry, comedy and instrumentals. No matter your experience level, this is your chance to share your talent and connect with other young people.

✨ Up to 5 minutes per performer
✅ Sound technicians on site
🕦 Performer check-in opens from 11.30am
🎤 Open mic session from 1pm-2pm
🌭 Free BBQ

🎉 Not interested in performing? Get involved and stay active with our sports clinics instead. Join the Melbourne City Football Club soccer clinic or Basketball clinic for all skill levels.

👥 For ages 12-25
📅 Wednesday 23 September
🕛 12-3pm
📍 Springvale Community Hub

Performance spots are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis. Find out more information and register your interest via the link in bio.

31/08/2026

Love your body, not the opinions of others. 💛

Your worth is not defined by likes, comments, trends or someone else's expectations. The most important relationship you'll ever have is the one with yourself.

This , challenge negative self-talk and choose kindness instead. You deserve respect and compassion, exactly as you are.

For more tips, resources and support, visit Butterfly Foundation’s website:
https://butterfly.org.au/get-involved/campaigns/bodykindaugust/

30/08/2026

Do you know a young person aged 12 to 25 who would love to get involved in event management, build confidence, develop leadership skills, work as part of a team, and make a difference in their community? 💫

The Greater Dandenong Amplify Youth Committee is currently planning the upcoming Halloween Spooktacular event and is looking for young people who live, work, study, or have a significant connection to Greater Dandenong to get involved in the Committee. 🧩

Amplify is a Victorian Government initiative that empowers young Victorians to become active members of their community by planning and delivering drug, v**e, smoke and alcohol-free music and cultural events for other young people. 🌞

🔗 Find out more or express your interest via the link in our bio:
youth.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/freeza-committee

29/08/2026

August is month and we’re here to remind you that not everything you see on social media is real. 💛

We spend a lot of time online, and it’s easy to compare our bodies, lives and experiences to what we see on our screens. But remember, social media often shows a highlight reel, not the full picture, and images don’t always reflect the realities.

Follow accounts that inspire body kindness, celebrate diversity and help you feel positive about yourself. And remember, not everything on social media is real.

For more tips and helpful resources, visit Butterfly Foundation’s website:
https://butterfly.org.au/get-involved/campaigns/bodykindaugust/

28/08/2026

Wear it Purple Day, observed annually on 28 August is a day to show support for LGBTQIA+ youth. 🌈

This year’s theme is “Colours of Courage” – recognising the different ways LGBTQIA+ youth and allies show courage.

From the courageous ways LGBTQIA+ young people speak up, to the ways allies show solidarity. From the LGBTQIA+ youth living their lives authentically, to those who are still figuring out their identities. All these acts of courage do not go unnoticed.

Today and every day, let’s continue to support LGBTQIA+ youth.

26/08/2026

Last chance to register for Write It Out: Creative Writing Workshops and Networking event. ✍️⁠
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Do you know someone aged 12–25 who loves writing? Join this free event at Springvale Library to grow your skills, meet published authors and connect with other creative young people. No experience required.⁠
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Choose your workshop:⁠
📖 Advanced Creative Writing Skills - build your storytelling, voice and style with author ⁠
📚 Publishing and Marketing Your Work - learn how to share your work with the world with author .Binks⁠
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✨ Plus:⁠
Celebrate the winners of the Write It Out: Short Story Competition⁠
Enjoy free snacks⁠
Network and connect with published authors and fellow writers⁠
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📅 Wednesday 2 September⁠ ⁠
⏰ 4.30pm – 7pm ⁠ ⁠
📍 Springvale Library⁠ ⁠
💸 Free⁠ ⁠
👥 Ages 12–25⁠⁠ ⁠
✅ Registration essential⁠
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Spots are limited so get your ticket now via the link below:
https://youth.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/youth/events/write-it-out-creative-writing-workshops-and-networking-event
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Proudly sponsored by Readings Books and Emerging Writers Festival