Campaspe Youth

07/04/2026

Get your tickets now!

https://collections.humanitix.com/have-you-got-what-it-takes-tour-april-june-2026?group=Have+You+Got+What+It+Takes+-+Echuca

Meet Nathan Lyon and unlock the elite athlete mindset for leadership and performance.
This regional roadshow is an exclusive leadership & personal development tour with Nathan Lyon

"HAVE YOU GOT WHAT IT TAKES?" - The Unanswered Question

Step inside the mindset of an elite athlete and uncover the truths behind leadership, dealing with pressure and performance.

Tickets : https://collections.humanitix.com/have-you-got-what-it-takes-tour-april-june-2026?group=Have+You+Got+What+It+Takes+-+Echuca

02/04/2026

🎶 Showdown at the Soundshell 2026 🎶

What an incredible day at the Gargarro Botanic Gardens in Girgarre on Sunday 29 March!

Now in its 4th year, Showdown at the Soundshell brought together 20 talented young people aged 12 to 18 for an unforgettable youth music competition. The atmosphere was amazing, with a fantastic crowd enjoying a free sausage sizzle, fairy floss and snow cones, plus delicious eats from Boost Juice and Shakin Dawgs.

This event was proudly funded by Amplify and the Victorian Government, with support from Girgarre Development Group, Born n’ Bred Australian Red Dirt, YAG and Campaspe Shire Council.

We were also proud to have Mayor Daniel Mackrell announce this year’s award winners:

🏆 1st Place: Matilda Altoft, $1000 cash and a trophy
🥈 2nd Place: Blake Robinson
🥉 3rd Place: Maggie Oliver
⭐ Best Young Artist: Harlow Sleeth
🎧 Born n' Bred Recording Session: Lucy Herberte

Congratulations to all performers who took to the stage. The future of music is bright! 🌟

02/04/2026

🌞 One Mob Under the Sun 🌞

It was great to see students from across the Rochester community come together for One Mob Under the Sun at Rochester Secondary College.

Students enjoyed a day of creative, cultural and sporting activities, building connection, teamwork and shared experiences in a positive and welcoming environment.

01/04/2026

29/03/2026

Showdown at the Soundshell happening now at the Girgarre Botanic Gardens. Food trucks and free sausage sizzle, snow cones and fairy floss. See you soon! 🌟🎉

27/03/2026

Come along to Showdown at the Soundshell this Sunday 29 March from 12pm at Gargarro Botanic Gardens, Girgarre 🎤🌿

Watch over 20 talented young people compete for the top prize in an exciting afternoon of live performances ⭐

Free entry for everyone, with a BBQ, snow cones, fairy floss and food trucks available on site 🍔🍧

Bring your friends and family and enjoy a great day out supporting local young talent 🎶

19/03/2026

❗️SOLD OUT❗️

Free Barista Training – 9, 10, 11 April ☕✨
Learn barista skills and kickstart your hospitality journey with Campaspe Shire Council. Sessions are in Kyabram, Echuca & Rochester.

Open to young people 14–25 who live, work, or study in the Shire of Campaspe. Completely free and funded by Engage and the Victorian Government.

Spaces are limited, first in best dressed.

More info and registration: https://www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/Our-services/Community-support-programs/Young-people/Youth-Events

18/03/2026

Spent the weekend at Discovery Day with our YAG crew 🙌

Such a good vibe and so great seeing so many people stop by for a chat!

We shared what YAG is all about, the events we run, and how young people can actually have a say and make things happen in their community 💥
If you’re 13–24 and keen to meet new people, build skills, have your voice heard and be part of some awesome events, we’ve got spots open!

Jump in 👇
https://au.openforms.com/Form/d89f7840-4ee1-4931-b889-f32f3502f8db

17/03/2026

🎤 Showdown at the Soundshell
🗓 Sunday 29 March 2026 | 12pm onwards
📍 Gargarro Botanic Gardens, Girgarre

Get ready for live music, delicious food, and good vibes! Come along to cheer on our talented local young musicians.

✨ Bring a chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a fun day for the whole family!
FREE ENTRY | Family Friendly

06/03/2026

Last year, Blake came so close to winning and now he’s returning to take the stage again. In his interview, he shares what it was like performing live for the first time, the opportunities that came from entering last year, and why he’s excited to give it another shot.

Think you’ve got what it takes to follow in Blake’s footsteps?

🔥 Entries close Sunday 8 March!
🎶 Perform live at the Girgarre Soundshell
💰 $1,000 top prize plus other awards up for grabs

Enter now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NQHW8C3

Supported by Girgarre Development Group | Campaspe Shire Council | Born n' Bred Australian Red Dirt

26/02/2026

Pop Saturday 14 March into your diary! We are looking forward to seeing you for the Echuca Moama Discovery Day which will be held again at the Echuca Library from 10am-1pm. Everyone is welcome and it really is a great way to find out what is on offer in our local community.
Also a last call out for any groups that are yet to register please do so. More information can be found here https://www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/Our-council/Now-open/Echuca-Moama-Discovery-Day-2026-Stallholder-Registrations
Murray River Council Campaspe Shire Council Campaspe Youth Campaspe Aquatics

23/02/2026

Big weekend for our young people 🔥

39 legends are now officially RSA qualified and ready to jump into hospitality jobs 💼🍽️

Our free RSA course kicked off in Kyabram on Friday and wrapped up in Echuca on Saturday 🙌 By covering the cost, we helped remove a barrier and create real pathways into employment for 17 to 25 year olds across our region 🚀

Massive effort from everyone who showed up, got involved, and smashed it 👏✨

Delivered by Best Restaurant Training and proudly funded by Engage and the Victorian Government.