Maribyrnong Youth

Maribyrnong Youth Empowering young people in the City of Maribyrnong
Youth Voice - Creativity - Community
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Maribyrnong Youth Services runs a variety of programs and activities at Phoenix Youth Centre and around the Maribyrnong region. For more information about our work vist www.phoenixyouth.com.au
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Friday. Please keep all comments and discussion respectful and courteous. We have the right to block a user from the page who acts in a way that we feel is inappropriate or inconsistent with the values of Maribyrnong Youth Services. We have the right to hide, remove or edit comments that we feel are inappropriate or inconsistent with the values of Maribyrnong Youth Services. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Comments that contain abusive, hurtful or inappropriate language or statements

- Comments that are discriminatory on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability

- Comments containing profanity, are sexually explicit, lewd, provocative, or that describe graphic violence or lawlessness

- Comments that violate another individual’s privacy

- Comments that breach Copyright laws

- Comments that are considered spam with repeat posts

- Comments that are overtly political

- Comments that are a direct advertisement for a business or commercial operation
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MARIBYRONG YOUTH SERVICES' STATEMENT OF COMMITTMENT TO CHILD SAFETY

Maribyrnong Youth Services and the City of Maribyrnong has zero tolerance for the abuse of young people. All Maribyrnong Youth Services staff and volunteers are responsible for the care and protection of young people who participate in our programs, activities, and events. We commit to:
•preventing the abuse of young people by identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks
•taking all allegations and concerns about abuse very seriously and responding to them consistently, in line with our policies and procedures
•complying with all legal requirements, including reporting suspicions of abuse to police and/or child protection. We celebrate diversity across our organisation. In particular, we promote the equal participation and cultural, emotional and physical safety of young people who are often marginalised. This includes children and young people who are Aboriginal, from refugee or migrant backgrounds, who are same-sex attracted or gender diverse, and/or have a disability. If you have a concern about the safety of any young people participating in our programs and services please call us on 9091 4700 or email [email protected]

12/06/2026

We can always do better for students and young people - that's why in collaboration with Maribyrnong Youth, we're hosting a Teachers Breakfast Forum!

If you're a teacher or school staff, come along and:

🌈 Enhance your knowledge and skills around supporting LGBTQIA+ identifying students within your school
🌈 Attend presentations around the theme of Mental Health and LGBTQIA+ safety.
🌈 Learn and engage with skilled professionals and relevant organisations.
🌈 Connect to other Teachers and School Staff from schools in the western suburbs of Melbourne.

RSVP required: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-supporting-lgbtqia-students-teachers-breakfast-forum

📅 Monday 10 August
⏰ 8:30am - 12pm
📍 Footscray Town Hall

🏳️‍🌈June is Pride Month! A time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities, resilience, history and stories. 🏳️‍🌈🌈This month is ce...
11/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈June is Pride Month! A time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities, resilience, history and stories. 🏳️‍🌈

🌈This month is centred around recognising and celebrating diversity in sexuality and identity.

🌈Maribyrnong Youth Services has been and will continue to be committed to celebrating q***r young people in our community.

🌈Pride works towards increasing acceptance, equality and safety for all young people.

For more resources, visit

Phoenix Youth Hub is closed today. We will reopen on Tuesday 9 June at 9:30am. If you need support there are always serv...
07/06/2026

Phoenix Youth Hub is closed today. We will reopen on Tuesday 9 June at 9:30am.

If you need support there are always services available, please reach out:

👉 In case of an emergency call 000

👉 Kids Helpline 24/7 free and confidential support
Call - 1800 55 1800
Chat - kidshelpline.com.au

👉 Lifeline
24/7 free and confidential support
Call - 13 11 14
Chat - lifeline.org.au
Text - 0477 131 114

04/06/2026

It’s time to give young people a seat at the table. If you’re 12-25 with any connection to the City of Maribyrnong, join us on 12 June to make change happen.

Registrations are essential. Search ‘Maribyrnong Youth Forum’ or visit the link in our bio to book now.

03/06/2026

We’re excited to unveil a bold new artwork transforming the façade of Artsbox, the artist residency studio outside Footscray Library. Designed and painted by Melbourne-based multidisciplinary artist Drez. Emerging from graffiti and graphic design, Drez's practice dissolves boundaries between object and observer, gallery and street. The result is a striking, site-specific landmark that energises the space around Footscray Library and reflects Artsbox’s role as a catalyst for experimentation, connection, and shared artistic expression.

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What’s On for Term 3 at Maribyrnong Youth 🦋👾🎊 We’re excited to share our Term 3 What’s On program for July – September 2...
02/06/2026

What’s On for Term 3 at Maribyrnong Youth 🦋👾

🎊 We’re excited to share our Term 3 What’s On program for July – September 2026!

🤗We have a great mix of free activities, workshops, events and ongoing programs designed to help young people connect, learn new skills and have fun.

⛹️All activities are designed for young people aged 12–25, who live, study, work or socialise in the City of Maribyrnong.

🤲 We encourage you to share this with young people, families and networks who may benefit. There’s something for everyone this term!

Checkout the link in our bio to see dates and times 😎

❄️ WINTER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES ❄️The Maribyrnong Youth Holiday Programs are back, offering exciting activities for young p...
01/06/2026

❄️ WINTER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES ❄️

The Maribyrnong Youth Holiday Programs are back, offering exciting activities for young people aged 12–17 who live, work, study, or spend time in the City of Maribyrnong.

We’re proud to offer inclusive programs suitable for young people with independent mobility and low to moderate support needs.

1️⃣ Upcycle your Clothes 🧣
2️⃣ Make your own deli sandwich at Say Cheese 🥪
3️⃣ Show off your skills at our Futsul Session ⚽️
4️⃣ Get sustainable and use reusable Korean Cloth Gift Wrapping 🎁

📍 Spots are limited and bookings are essential
👉 Secure your place via the link in our bio

🧁🌈 Come for the Cupcakes, stay for the community!Join us for a free LGBTQIA+ cupcake decorating event for young people a...
29/05/2026

🧁🌈 Come for the Cupcakes, stay for the community!

Join us for a free LGBTQIA+ cupcake decorating event for young people aged 12-18 years old!

🎶Chill music and good company
🌟No baking skills needed - just bring yourself and a sprinkle of creativity!
🖌️Keep the creativity going in the craft corner!
🏳️‍🌈Everyone is welcome! LGBTQIA+ and Allies
🎟️ Registrations are essential! Head to the link in bio to secure your free ticket!

📅 Friday 19th June| 📍Footscray (Exact location is disclosed upon registration)| ⏰ 3:30pm - 6:30pm

This week is National Reconciliation Week, a time where we reflect on the history of this country. Reconciliation is abo...
27/05/2026

This week is National Reconciliation Week, a time where we reflect on the history of this country. Reconciliation is about strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous peoples, for the benefit of all Australians.

This year’s theme being All In is a call for all Australians to play their part in creating change and committing to reconciliation every day. All In encourages everyone to play an active role in advancing reconciliation and reminds us that meaningful change happens when we work together with compassion, commitment, understanding and honesty.

Ways you can be an active participate in reconciliation...
👂Listen and Learn from First Nations people within your community.
🙋Participate in upcoming Reconciliation Events.
📖Educate yourself on local First Nations history.
🎗️Support Indigenous owned businesses.
📣Call out discrimination!

At Maribyrnong Youth Services we are committed to our work contributing to a future where First Nations young people’s culture and contributions are celebrated. Where injustices are addressed and work towards creating a community with equal access and opportunity.

Always was, Always will be.

Address

Phoenix Youth Hub/72 Buckley Street
Melbourne, VIC
3011

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+61390914700

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