Southern Grampians Youth Achievement Awards - Nominations
Southern Grampians Youth Achievement Awards - Nominations
Do you know a young person who has made a special contribution their community?
They may have shown leadership, are a volunteer, or shared their kindness, passion and creativity with others?
Please put their name forward to be invited to a special youth celebration event designed to recognise and celebrate their value and contribution!
Young people enrich our communities in so many ways and deserve to be recognised and celebrated for their ideas, energy, diverse talents and sometimes quiet and hidden services to others.
Simply email thuf@wdhs.net with the following information:
Your name and email address
Nominee name and preferred email address (with permission from parent/carer)
A paragraph describing your nominee and their contribution
Nominations due by 31st May 2024
For more information contact:
Tillee Huf, Youth Engagement Officer
Western District Health Services
Phone: 5551 8446
Email: thuf@wdhs.net
Southern Grampians Shire Councils Reconciliation Week Concert.
Now More Than Ever National Reconciliation Week May 27 - June 3 2024
Southern Grampians Shire Council National Reconciliation Week Concert
Featuring Jayden Lillyst, Staycee Charles, Koondoom Yarkeen Karweeyn Dancers
Cost: FREE
When: Friday 31 May, 6 pm,
Where: Hamilton PAC Foyer.
Task York's Happy Hour
Big Hair Productions & HPAC present Tash York’s Happy Hour
A raucous and rowdy-filled Happy Hour with incredible music, Yakult shots and outrageously funny cabaret.
Tash York and the Red Red Wines invite you to their world where life is celebrated one glass at a time. Join us for an over 18’s night of laughter and a raucous and rowdy-filled happy hour with incredible music, Goon of Fortune and outrageously funny cabaret.
Think Meow Meow meets Bianca Del Rio on a budget!
This performance is an intimate PACked Stage Gig at the Hamilton Performing Arts Centre. Sit at a table on the stage and enjoy being up close to the hilarious Tash.
Notes:
This is not a BYO event. The café / bar will be open for refreshments.
Want to book a table? Just contact the box office and we’ll reserve one for you – minimum booking of 6 persons.
This project is supported by Regional Arts Victoria and Creative Victoria.
Access & Inclusion: This is a COVIDsafe, accessible and inclusive event taking place on Gunditjmara Country. If you need assistance at the venue, please let us know when booking your ticket or contact us directly.
*This is an OVER 18’s event
Tickets: https://tickets.hamiltonpac.com.au/event/1004:682/1004:862/
Adult $49.90
Senior $44.90
Concession $44.90
Groups of 6+ $39.90 each
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 7.30PM
MICF & HPAC present Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
Australia's premier comedy roadshow is coming your way!
Australia's biggest and best comedy spectacular is setting off on its 26th annual road trip around the country! Showcasing the finest talents from the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we're delivering a dose of laughter right to your doorstep!
Featuring a line-up of beloved comedy royalty alongside the freshest sensations from the Festival, all in one hilarious show that guarantees nationwide laughs.
Gather your pals, secure your tickets, and get ready for a well-deserved blast of comedy when the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow graces the stage in your neighbourhood.
Check back closer to the event for a list of comedians that will be coming to Hamilton.
Warnings:
Performances often contain coarse language, adult themes, sexual references and material that may offend. The show is recommended for people aged 15 years or older.
Smoke Machine/Hazer may be used during this performance.
This project is supported by Creative Victoria.
Access & Inclusion: This is a COVIDsafe, accessible and inclusive event taking place on Gunditjmara Country. If you need assistance at the venue, please let us know when booking your ticket or contact us directly.
Tickets: https://tickets.hamiltonpac.com.au/event/1004:683/1004:863/
Adult $49.90
Senior $44.90
Concession $44.90
Student $39.90
Groups of 6+ $39.90 each
Southern Grampians Jobs & Skills Pathways Expo - Job seekers
Southern Grampians will be hosting the ‘Southern Grampians Jobs & Skills Pathways EXPO’, taking place over 2 jam packed days!
This two-day event is geared towards connecting job seekers, students, and exhibitors to explore diverse career opportunities and pathways.
Designed for job seekers, this day focuses on connecting individuals with employment opportunities and pathways to enhance their careers
Southern Grampians Jobs & Skills Pathways Expo - Students
Southern Grampians will be hosting the ‘Southern Grampians Jobs & Skills Pathways EXPO’, taking place over 2 jam packed days!
This two-day event is geared towards connecting job seekers, students, and exhibitors to explore diverse career opportunities and pathways.
Geared towards students, this day offers a platform for young minds to discover careers pathways and educational opportunities.
IDAHOBIT Day
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) Day
Join us to Stand for Equality and take part in Southern Grampians community art project!
Date: Friday May 17th
Time: 4pm
Where: Hamilton Gallery Foyer, 107 Brown Street Hamilton
Q-Lit Evening Showcase (Queer Victorian Festival of Words)
Q-Lit: Queer Victorian Festival of Words
Free Workshops and Evening Showcase in Hamilton/Gunditjmara Country!
Saturday May 11, 2024
Calling all LGBTQIASB+ creatives, friends and allies!
Q-Lit is super excited about our 2024 touring schedule, and we would love you to help us spread the word about our festival events.
Q-Lit is Victoria's premier LGBTQIA+ literature festival, dedicated to celebrating the rich and vibrant history of language and storytelling within the queer community. Born from the understanding that LGBTQIA+ culture has a long-standing tradition of utilising language in unique and powerful ways, Q-Lit seeks to honour and elevate these voices. The festival brings together a diverse array of queer writers and creators, transcending genres and mediums to create a truly inclusive and inspiring event.
Further information: https://www.q-lit.com.au/hamilton
Tickets are completely free to this full day of workshops at Winda-Mara and an evening showcase at Tosca Browns!
Please book for the individual sessions you would like to attend, we love having an idea around how many people to expect across the day.
DAY PROGRAM at Winda-Mara, 107 Thompson Street Hamilton
Includes a workshop with writer-activist Sissy Austin, writing for kids and young adults with Michael Earp, a poetry workshop with Coral Reeve, writing as therapy with Laura Green, and writing for performance with Andrew Sutherland.
10am - 10:30am: Welcome
10:30am - 11:30am: Workshop "Writing as Activism" with Sissy Austin
11:45am - 12:45pm: Workshop "Writing Short Stories for Young Adult and Middle Grade readers" with Michael Earp
12:45am - 1:45pm: Workshop "It's your writing" with Coral Reeve
2pm - 3pm: Workshop "Writing as Therapy" with Lou Green
3pm - 4pm: Workshop "Generating Autobiographical Performance" with Andrew Sutherland
EVENING SHOWCASE at Tosca Browns
A glorious mix of local and Naarm-based creatives and an open mic segment!
6pm: Open
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Show
Tickets available from: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1216316?
Q-Lit Workshops (Queer Victorian Festival of Words)
Q-Lit: Queer Victorian Festival of Words
Free Workshops and Evening Showcase in Hamilton/Gunditjmara Country!
Saturday May 11, 2024
Calling all LGBTQIASB+ creatives, friends and allies!
Q-Lit is super excited about our 2024 touring schedule, and we would love you to help us spread the word about our festival events.
Q-Lit is Victoria's premier LGBTQIA+ literature festival, dedicated to celebrating the rich and vibrant history of language and storytelling within the queer community. Born from the understanding that LGBTQIA+ culture has a long-standing tradition of utilising language in unique and powerful ways, Q-Lit seeks to honour and elevate these voices. The festival brings together a diverse array of queer writers and creators, transcending genres and mediums to create a truly inclusive and inspiring event.
Further information: https://www.q-lit.com.au/hamilton
Tickets are completely free to this full day of workshops at Winda-Mara and an evening showcase at Tosca Browns!
Please book for the individual sessions you would like to attend, we love having an idea around how many people to expect across the day.
DAY PROGRAM at Winda-Mara, 107 Thompson Street Hamilton
Includes a workshop with writer-activist Sissy Austin, writing for kids and young adults with Michael Earp, a poetry workshop with Coral Reeve, writing as therapy with Laura Green, and writing for performance with Andrew Sutherland.
10am - 10:30am: Welcome
10:30am - 11:30am: Workshop "Writing as Activism" with Sissy Austin
11:45am - 12:45pm: Workshop "Writing Short Stories for Young Adult and Middle Grade readers" with Michael Earp
12:45am - 1:45pm: Workshop "It's your writing" with Coral Reeve
2pm - 3pm: Workshop "Writing as Therapy" with Lou Green
3pm - 4pm: Workshop "Generating Autobiographical Performance" with Andrew Sutherland
EVENING SHOWCASE at Tosca Browns, 211 Gray Street Hamilton
A glorious mix of local and Naarm-based creatives and an open mic segment!
6pm: Open
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Show
Tickets available from: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1216316?
Skate, Scoot and BMX competition at HAMILTON Skatepark
Skate, Scoot and BMX competition starting at 12PM, Sunday 28th April following the free skate lessons
** Prior registration is mandatory for the free skate lessons and can be done through scanning the QR code on the flyer, or by visiting Renton Millar Events - 2 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite **
Registration can occur on the day for the Skate, Scoot & BMX competition.
There will be 2 age categories for the competitions (Under 13 and Open) and we have some fantastic prizes to be won that have been sponsored and provided by Daktari! Check out Daktari’s store at 197 Gray St, Hamilton and see some cool things that could be on offer for competition winners!
Proudly Supported by Southern Grampians Council.
Please sign up for more information on our webpage: www.shredability.com.au
Contact: events@shredability.com.au
FREE BEGINNERS Skateboarding Lessons at HAMILTON Skatepark
Shredability has FREE Beginner Skate Lessons coming up at Hamilton Skatepark!
FREE skateboarding lessons for 10-25 year olds at Coleraine and Hamilton Skateparks on April 27 and 28 with Renton Millar.
Proudly Supported by Southern Grampians Council.
You can book multiple tickets, but you will have to book the tickets separately.
We have a limited amount of boards to lend those that dont have their own, as well as limited helmets. We reccomend bringing your own helmet.
If it rains unfortunately we will have to postpone, so please watch your email if the weather forecast might be questionable.
PLEASE ARRIVE TEN MINUTES BEFORE THE LESSON STARTS.
Tickets available here
PLEASE FILL OUT THE WAIVER AND TICK THAT YOU AGREE AND HAVE SIGNED IT: http://www.shredability.com.au/registration/
All skate coaches are trained by the Australian Skateboarding Federation and have Working With Children’s Checks.
If you do miss out on these, and are interested in others, we will be holding more, and in other areas too.
Please sign up for more information on our webpage
www.shredability.com.au
events@shredability.com.au
FREE BEGINNERS Skateboarding Lessons at COLERAINE Skatepark
Shredability has FREE Beginner Skate Lessons coming up at Coleraine Skatepark!
FREE skateboarding lessons for 10-25 year olds at Coleraine and Hamilton Skateparks on April 27 and 28 with Renton Millar.
Proudly Supported by Southern Grampians Council.
You can book multiple tickets, but you will have to book the tickets separately.
We have a limited amount of boards to lend those that dont have their own, as well as limited helmets. We reccomend bringing your own helmet.
If it rains unfortunately we will have to postpone, so please watch your email if the weather forecast might be questionable.
PLEASE ARRIVE TEN MINUTES BEFORE THE LESSON STARTS.
Tickets available here
PLEASE FILL OUT THE WAIVER AND TICK THAT YOU AGREE AND HAVE SIGNED IT: http://www.shredability.com.au/registration/
All skate coaches are trained by the Australian Skateboarding Federation and have Working With Children’s Checks.
If you do miss out on these, and are interested in others, we will be holding more, and in other areas too.
Please sign up for more information on our webpage
www.shredability.com.au
events@shredability.com.au
Casterton Community Kayaking Day
Casterton Community Kayaking Day
Saturday, 13 April 2024 | 10:30 AM to 02:00 PM
Casterton RSL & Casterton Memorial Hospital proudly invite you along to the FREE Community Kayaking Day at the Ess Lagoon.
After a beautiful morning exploring the waterways we encouraged you to join us for BBQ by gold coin donation.
FREE Event
All ages welcome, 12yrs and under must be accompanied by an adult.
For further information please contact Lucinda - Casterton Memorial Hospital: 555 42 555
School Holiday Backstage Pass
School Holiday Backstage Pass!
Go behind the scenes with the PAC crew!
From staging to sound & lighting, you’ll learn it all!
Set up for a real LIVE show and get FREE tickets to see award winning artist Emma Donovan!
2 day Workshop
Date: 9th & 10th April
Time: 10am - 3pm
Where: Hamilton Performing Arts Centre, 113 Brown Street, Hamilton
Emma Donovan Show: 11th April @ 7:30pm
Only 10 spots available!
Suitable for ages 15-25 years
For more information, or to register contact Emily: youth@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au or 5573 0426
School Holiday Backstage Pass
School Holiday Backstage Pass!
Go behind the scenes with the PAC crew!
From staging to sound & lighting, you’ll learn it all!
Set up for a real LIVE show and get FREE tickets to see award winning artist Emma Donovan!
2 day Workshop
Date: 9th & 10th April
Time: 10am - 3pm
Where: Hamilton Performing Arts Centre, 113 Brown Street, Hamilton
Emma Donovan Show: 11th April @ 7:30pm
Only 10 spots available!
Suitable for ages 15-25 years
For more information, or to register contact Emily: youth@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au or 5573 0426
Balmoral Easter Market 2024
Run by the Lions Club of Balmoral District Saturday March 30th (Easter Saturday) from 9am - 1pm
Many market stalls including Debs Chooks, School Stall, Jewellery, Keegan Nursery, Timber Craft and more!
Come along for a fun filled day that brings the town alive!
Lions Club Easter Raffle drawn at 1pm
headspace Design Workshop
We want YOU to help us shape the brand new headspace centre!
Brophy is looking for young people aged aged 15 to 25 to be part of the second Design Workshop, held on March 13 from 4-6pm to help shape the look and feel of the upcoming headspace Hamilton Centre.
If you're interested in being part of the process, please complete the form from this link to register your interest: Design Workshop
The workshop will take place at Brophy Hamilton, 98 Thompson Street !
413 SQN Australian Air Force Cadets - Recruit Info Night
Are you a secondary student aged 12-15 and looking for something new and awesome in 2024? Check this out!!
Go flying
Experience challenges
Learn to take responsibility
Make new friends and have fun
Participate in ceremonial services
Develop leadership and survival skills
Take part in physical education activities
Be part of a team and gain teambuilding skills
413 SQN Australian Air Force Cadets - Recruit Info Night - Thursday 7 March at 6:45pm, Tel el Eisa Barracks, Pertobe Road, Warrnambool
Further information is available from: https://www.airforcecadets.gov.au/how-to-join/wings/4-wing-aafc-vic/413-squadron-warrnambool?fbclid=IwAR2ktQxEP_fdeg8tnIe70GaNaGyjeJUsMdW5tFoGs4sz1Vuz6Md0DKlu3P8
Or contact: admino.413sqn@airforcecadets.gov.au
Young Leaders Program
HELP SHAPE YOUR FUTURE
Young Leaders Program
Applications are now open for Year 10 & 11 students.
The Young Leaders Program is offered in the Southern Grampians Shire and is offered to Year 10 and Year 11 students or equivalent. The program runs from April until October and students take part in a variety of events, program activities and online sessions/workshops.
It provides an amazing opportunity for youth in our community to participate in activities that increase confidence, build transferable skills, knowledge and leadership capabilities and introduces students to different career opportunities within the region. The program introduces students to different industries, allows opportunities for networking and challenges the way they think about the world of work. The program is helping to create a potential workforce and also helping to build the social capacity of our community.
Applications close Thursday 7 March 2024
For further information please contact: janelle@gsgllen.org.au
Youth HQ - DJ Lessons
Want to learn how to become a DJ? Look no further as professional DJ, Luke Balkin looks to teach the next generation of DJ's!
Learn from professional DJ LT Balkin Music!
When: Saturday February 24 2024
Time: 10-11am
Where: Youth HQ - 128B Henty Street, Casterton
Age: 9-18 years
Cost: FREE!
Tickets available: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/youth-hq-dj-lessions-tickets-830969882287
For more information contact Kane Forbes: kforbes@cmh.org.au
Youth Pool Party - Coleraine
Coleraine Pool Party!
Head down to the Coleraine Outdoor Pool for some music, a BBQ, fun activities & vibes!
Where: Coleraine Outdoor Pool
Date: Friday 9 February
Time: 4-7PM
Cost: FREE
All welcome! This is a youth-focussed event, however everyone is welcome to come along and join in the fun at the Coleraine outdoor pool!
Youth Mental Health First Aid training 18+
The Youth Mental Health First Aid Course will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to recognise and respond to a friend, colleague or family member experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.
* Gain an understanding of the latest research in the mental health field
* Learn the 3 key actions for helping someone feeling suicidal
* Work through complex mental health first aid interactions
* Practice mental health first aid skills.
* This course is specifically tailored for 18–25-year-olds
This course will require participants to attend both full day sessions 9am -5pm.
A light lunch will be provided.
Date: Friday 9th & 16th of February
Time: 9am -5pm
Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/1147203/sessions/4284114/sections/2150050/tickets
Hamilton Holiday Hang Out!
Looking for something fun to do before school goes back? We got you, fam!
Brophy, headspace and Level Up are teaming up for a summer holidays hang.
Come hang out, play some games, do some art and craft, meet some new people!
When:
12-15 year olds: Monday 22nd – Tuesday 23rd January 2024
15-19 year olds: Wednesday 24th - Thursday 25th January 2024
Time:
10am-2pm
Where:
Speckled Frog Function Room, 106 Gray St Hamilton
Express your interest here and we'll be in touch: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx...
The Moyne sessions Pop-Up Recording Studio program
Are you a Moyne or southwest based emerging artist looking to advance your music career but not sure where to start? The Moyne sessions Pop-Up Recording Studio program is for you!
The Moyne sessions Pop-Up Recording Studio program works with young artists in the production and promotion of their original music.
Each Pop-Up artist receives:
Professionally produced tracks;
A video clip of a tune;
and access to written feedback from program partners Universal Music Group Australia.
Prior to recording you'll be linked with award winning producer, Cameron Deyell, best known for working with Sia on her Grammy-nominated platinum selling album, This Is Acting for an intensive songwriting workshop and a one-one song polishing workshop.
Following the program you'll be connected to more local performance and development opportunities to showcase and kick start your career.
The Moyne sessions Pop-Up Recording Studio program is free and available to artists under 25!
Song Writing Intensive with Cameron Deyell
Join Cam Deyell (Sia/Missy Higgins/Liars/Lior) for a two-day interactive song writing intensive!
This 2 day course will take you through the fundamentals of writing songs that connect - no matter if you're just starting your song writing journey or well on the way. From the initial note of a song through to the finished product, Cam breaks down his process, motivation, decision reasoning and meeting a writing brief!
Basic theory backed up with real-world applications of writing for yourself and with other artists, Cam's insights and decades of working at the top of the creative processes are drawn together and presented in plain speaking and demonstration, with the opportunity for discussion and lots of questions! So, if you're starting your writing journey, or a seasoned professional that wants a refresh, then don't miss this intensive workshop with one of Australia's finest song writers!
Program Dates
Songwriting Intensive with Cameron Deyell 22, 23 January 2024
Song-polishing workshop with Cameron Deyell 24 January 2024
Pop-Up Recording Studio 25-28 January 2024
To be considered for a place in The Moyne sessions Pop-Up Recording Studio program, your completed electronic application forms (refer to links below) must be submitted by Monday 8 January 2024.
Successful applicants will be notified by Friday 12 January 2024.
Want to know more about The Moyne sessions Pop-Up Recording Studio program?
Check out the FAQ's and artist information or contact Rebecca Elmes Moyne Shire Council on 5568 0555 or becelmes@moyne.vic.gov.au
The Moyne sessions Pop-Up Recording program is funded through the Victorian State Government FReeZA program.
Youth Pool Party - Balmoral
Balmoral Pool Party!
Head down to the Balmoral Outdoor Pool for some tunes, a BBQ, activities & vibes!
Where: Balmoral Outdoor Pool
Date: Friday 19 January
Time: 4-7PM
Cost: FREE
All welcome!
Stop Motion Animation workshops
Stop Motion Animation workshops
Learn how to make your very own Stop Motion Animation, from concept to editing!
One Day Studios animators will take you through the process of character design, storyboarding, building stop motion assets, filming, and editing your stop motion film. You’ll be able to keep and share your video, along with all of the characters and props you build to make it!
Light lunch provided.
Date: Monday 15 January 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (UTC+11)
Location: The Hamilton Performing Arts Centre (PAC), 113 Brown Street, Hamilton VIC 3300
Age: Recommended for 10-18 year olds
Cost: FREE!
Tickets available from: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1146398
Youth Pool Party - Hamilton
Youth Pool Party!
Head down to the Hamilton Outdoor Pool for some tunes, a BBQ, activities & vibes!
Where: Hamilton Outdoor Pool
Date: Friday 22 December
Time: 4-7PM
Cost: FREE
Design Workshop for Hamilton headspace
Do you want to make a positive impact in your community?
Do you have a creative flair or interest in design?
Are you interested in mental health?
Come along to the design workshop for Hamilton’s brand new headspace Centre!
You can help create an engaging space for young people and have a say on the look and feel of the centre. Snacks provided!
When: Monday, December 11
Time: 4-5.30pm
Where: Brophy Family & Youth Services, 98 Thompson Street, Hamilton
Register:
Call Jacinta on 5561 8888 with any enquiries!
The Better Together Festival
Kick off summer this year in the picturesque Botanic Gardens with The Better Together Festival!
Our day-night festival is a family friendly fundraiser withs kid's play zone, food & drinks and live music to take us into the evening.
All funds raised at The Better Together Festival will help see all abilities equipment installed at the Lakes Edge Adventure Playground, because we feel strongly that all children deserve to play side by side.
Former Hamilton girl and dual Olympic and Paralympic table tennis player, Milly Tapper is our proud ambassador and festival MC.
Starting at 3pm, ours kid's zone has a range of activites to keep the young ones entertained, including:
- Face Painting
- Jumping Castle
- Roaming Characters
Your ticket includes an evening of live music from the best of our local talent including:
- Phil Holmes
- The Settlement
- DJ Tyler Smith & Isaiah Silcock
- Temper Street Band
- Soulty
- Alannah Olivia
Winda-Mara will also perform a Welcome to Country.
We're so happy to bring the Greater Hamilton community together for The Better Together Festival on Saturday, December 2 so we can all help to create an inclusive and diverse community.
As a group, we chose this date to align with the International Day of People with Disability, celebrated every year on December 3.
Our festival shares the same values as the IDPWD program, which aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability.
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry - FREE Training
FUST South West FREE TRAINING!
(CONISS012 White Card) This course aims to deliver construction work health and safety induction training to people wishing to access building sites. Under legislation, in order to access a building site, work, deliver materials or even visit the site, a Construction Induction Card is required.
DATE: Wednesday 29 November 2023 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
LOCATION: South West TAFE Hamilton
200 Ballarat Road, Hamilton Vic 3300
BOOK NOW: https://forms.office.com/r/5qVxNadxR7
The Jam - Music event!
The Jam will feature the incredible up and coming Indi Rock Band “The Velvet Club”. Local emerging young bands will entertain and rock the audience as they showcase their skills and talents to the crowd whilst gaining confidence and performance experience.
Forming in 2018 in Melbourne/Naarm, The Velvet Club five-piece consisting of AJ, Sam, Tom, Dos and Macca have taken their emphatic live show from backyards to playing support for the likes of Great Gable, Eskimo Joe, Dulcie, Pacific Avenue and Death by Denim.
Writing radiant indie-rock songs about navigating life through their 20’s to the tune of a driving rhythm section and lead hooks throughout, The Velvet Club are primed for the stage. With their unforgettable stage presence, the five-piece have recently returned from their latest adventure – an epic national tour which saw them sharing the stage with The Rions, Great Gable, DICE, Sophisticated Dingo (co-headline) and more, enthralling audiences across Australia.
The Jam is organized by young people for young people. All ages are welcome, with the event particularly targeted to 14 – 25 year olds. Ages 16 and under will require an adult chaperone to attend and provide transport directly to and from the venue.
The event will be supervised and is strictly drug, alcohol and smoke/vape free, with no pass-outs. It is made possible through the Victorian Government Freeza Program, the Southern Grampians Shire Council, local sponsors and the talented young volunteers involved in ‘Jam – Youth Music Events’.
Access & Inclusion: This is a COVIDsafe, accessible and inclusive event taking place on Gunditjmara Country. If you need assistance at the venue, please let us know when booking your ticket or contact us directly.
Suitable Ages: 14 - 25
Tickets: $20
Barista Basics - Hamilton
Come along and learn from an expert how to make the perfect espresso coffee!
Whether it is for self-interest or for future employment this workshop is for you!
During the session you will cover the art of tamping, extracting the perfect shot, texturing milk, the variety of coffee types, and cleaning the machine.
Date: Tuesday 21 November 2023
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Roxburgh 64 Thompson Street, Hamilton VIC 3300
Cost: FREE!
Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1140531
Youth Mental Health First Aid course - Hamilton 18-25
The course equips adults with the skills to recognise and respond to an adolescent who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis situation. Using a practical, evidence-based action plan, Youth MHFA teaches participants how to support an adolescent until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves.
* Gain an understanding of the latest research in the mental health field
* Learn the 3 key actions for helping someone feeling suicidal
* Work through complex mental health first aid interactions
* Practice mental health first aid skills.
* This course is specifically tailored for 18–25-year-olds
This course will require participants to attend both full day sessions 9am -5pm.
A light lunch will be provided.
Date: Mon 13th & Tue 14th November 9am -5pm
Location: Hamilton Performing Arts Centre - Ted Kenna Room
113 Brown Street, Hamilton VIC 3300
Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/CLZPX
Bookings close 30th October 2023
SOUTH WEST COMMUNITY FESTIVAL - PEDRINA PARK 2023
Coming to Pedrina Park on Sunday the 29th of October is the South West Community Festival!
A free community event the whole family can enjoy, brought to you by South West Sport and Southern Grampians Shire Council.
With come-and-try activities on offer from a range of local sporting clubs including football, netball, croquet, pickleball, soccer, hockey, and cricket, as well as the Kelly Sports Activity Zone, a BBQ, Coffee Van, and Facepainting there is something to keep everyone entertained.
By registering for the event, you'll be able to collect a 'Participation Passport' from the South West Sport tent on the day, giving you a chance to win some amazing prizes! Book a ticket: https://www.trybooking.com/events/1131912/sessions/4218548/sections/2120576/tickets
Collect a stamp from every activity you try on the day, to go into the draw to win.
Prizes include a family membership to HILAC and 10 sporting goods store vouchers.
The more stamps you collect, the more chances you have to win.
Hurry, there are only 150 Participation Passports available!
When: Sunday 29 October 2023 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Pedrina Park - 362/364 North Boundary Road, Hamilton Vic 3280
Cost: Free
Warrnambool Showdown
Warrnambool Showdown: Warrnambool’s newest music event, held on the eve of Warrnambool Show:
Friday 27th October 4:30-10 pm!
Come along and see eight local musicians battle it out on stage. Winner to be announced on the evening. Be there to vote for the People’s Choice Award.
FEATURING
Amelia Jordyn
Tess O'Connor
Hundo Milli
Michael Honan
INHARMONICITY
Charlotte Dahl
The Dads
West Grid
Plus performances by DJ Good Intentions!
There's also the biggest carnival rides, showbags and food trucks.
See you at the showgrounds for an epic night of music, carnival, food and fun.
This is an All-Ages Event. Alcohol Free. No Pass-outs.
The Warrnambool Showdown is supported by Council, FReeZA, the Warrnambool Show, Fitz Media, Dale Cleves Music Warrnambool, Brophy and headspace.
Tickets are $10 (12 and under free): https://www.123tix.com.au/events/40422/warrnambool-showdown
Moving out of home with confidence!
Are you considering moving out of your family home and into your own place?
"Moving Out with Confidence" is a program designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to transition successfully into independent living. Whether you're a young adult leaving home for the first time or someone looking to navigate the rental market, this program has you covered.
Topics we will discuss:
Expectations of living independently
Share house arrangements and agreements
How to complete rental agreements and what you need to establish a rental tenancy.
Budgeting skills and paying bills
Moving out of home with confidence- Hamilton
When: Wednesday 25th October 4 - 7pm
Where: Brophy Family and Youth Services Hamilton, 98 Thompson St Hamilton
Visit our TryBooking page to book a place for the session in Hamilton.