Youth

Bayside Council skateboarding outreach program for young people 12 years old and over. Sessions for all skill levels, provided by Concrete Skate Supply.
Mondays, 5 May to 23 June, 4pm-6pm
Gujaga Park Skatepark, 341 West Botany St, Rockdale
Flyer | Bookings | Contact: youthservices@bayside.nsw.gov.au

Organised by Georges River Council. Drop off any old or unwanted bikes and scooters – they will be repaired and redistributed, or recycled and used for spare parts by Revolve Recycling. A bike maintenance and repair workshop and a quick bike check and tune up will also be available. Bookings are essential for the workshop only.
Various dates, times and locations, 14 April to 17 April
More information and bookings

Georges River Council – Hurstville Library & Service Centre workshop for young people 12-24 years old, on songwriting and arrangement where participants will learn important tools for crafting the kinds of songs that they want to write. Some musical experience is preferred but not essential.
Tuesday, 22 April, 5.30pm-7.30pm
Hurstville Library & Service Centre, Cnr Queens Rd & Dora St, Hurstville
More information and registration

The Family Co. workshop, in conjunction with TAFE NSW and NSW Government Youth Opportunities. For young people 12-18 years old residing or going to school in the Sutherland Shire, to get a taste of what it’s like to be cooking student at TAFE. Participants will learn a range of cooking skills in a professional kitchen, while meeting new people.
Monday, 14 April or Wednesday, 16 April, 10.30am-12.30pm
Loftus TAFE, Rawson Ave, Loftus
Flyer | Bookings | Contact: 9528 2933 or info@thefamilyco.org.au

A festival of new work from Sydney’s most exciting emerging artists. With daring new performance works spanning installation, theatre, puppetry, music, cabaret and comedy – this year’s ArtsLab is an exciting blend of young voices.
Various dates and times, 2 April to 12 April
Shopfront Arts Co-Op, 86–88 Carlton Pde, Carlton
More information and bookings

2Connect Youth & Community social group for young people 12-18 years old who identify as LGBTIQA+ and their friends. Includes food, activities, and games.
First Wednesday of the month
Held at a safe space in Hurstville area
Flyer | Contact: Andrea, youthworker@2connect.org.au

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Create NSW and Australian Catholic University (ACU) Strathfied students have developed resources to help young people with a care experience identify careers for themselves, including a quiz to match personality type to possible careers, and a series of videos discussing various pathways to University, TAFE, and apprenticeships.
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Bayside Council 2025 Youth Week includes a holiday program for young people 12-25 years old. Activities include arts and crafts, fitness, cooking class, first aid and CPR course, ghost tour, and a Youth Pop-Up Event at Barton Park.
Various dates, times, and locations, 9 April to 17 April
2025 Youth Week Program flyer | Pop-Up Event flyer | More information and registration

Nicole Fitzsimons Foundation is offering grants to assist young people with hardship to aspire to their dream in performing arts and sports. Follow Your Heart Grants up to $1,500 are awarded for 8-15 year olds and up to $3,000 for 16-24 year olds. Closes Friday, 11 April.
Flyer | More information and application | Contact: foundation@nicolefitzsimons.com

– Battle of the Beats: Amateur youth musicians battle it out on stage for the chance to win prizes | Friday, 11 April, 6.30pm-10pm, 3Bridges Youth Zone, 643-643a King Georges Rd, Penshurst | Flyer
– Olds Park Youth Festival: Skatepark activation, DJ workshop, sustainability craft, youth and community services, and much more | Thursday, 17 April, 3pm-7pm, Olds Park, 624 Forest Rd, Penshurst | Flyer
Combined flyer for both events