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Programs and Events for Young People

We're running programs at the Youth Centre and online to keep you entertained and connected.

To access any of these activities, send us a DM on Facebook, or Instagram, email us, or call (02) 4227 8222  between 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday.

We may ask for a school ID or other information to confirm your age and location.

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with Nooky

portrait of NookyAs part of NAIDOC Week 2022 (3 - 10 July), Wollongong Youth Services presents First Nations superstar Nooky (Bad Apples Music, Triple J Blak Out).

The Yuin rapper, producer and radio host will present a series of free songwriting workshops in community. In these free sessions, Nooky will teach the next generation how to use hip-hop as part of their 'healing process'.

"Music is where I let the warrior come out and protect myself"
Nooky

Activities will wrap up with with a free all ages event at Wollongong Youth Centre, where Nooky will be joined by upcoming local rappers Scraps and Blacx, and Barkaa’s tour DJ FLY WAVES.

Free activities with Nooky
WhenWhatWhereRSVP
Wed 6 July, 10am - 12pmWorkshop with NookyBundaleer Community Centre, WarrawongEmail us or call 4227 8222
Wed 6 July, 2 - 4pmWorkshop with NookyKoonawarra Community CentreEmail us or call 4227 8222
Fri 8 July, 2 - 4pmWorkshop with NookyWollongong Youth CentreEmail us or call 4227 8222
Fri 8 July, 5pmAll ages gig - Nooky, Scraps, Blacx & DJ FLY WAVESWollongong Youth CentreNo need to RSVP

For more info, email us or call 4227 8222.

Re-Ignite is a series of events by and for diverse youth communities in Wollongong, made possible through a NSW Government Youth Opportunities grant.

May - June 2022 programs

Activities are held at Wollongong Youth Centre unless another location is noted.

WhatWhen
Rainbow League

A social group for same-sex attracted, gender diverse or questioning young people aged 16-25 years.

Mondays (fortnightly), 4 - 6pm
Qmunity

A social group for same-sex attracted, gender diverse or questioning young people aged 12-15 years.

Mondays (fortnightly), 4 - 6pm
On Air Play Out

Tune in to 106.9 VoxFM to listed to radio hosted by local young people.

Mondays 8 - 9pm, 106.9 VoxFM
Dapto Youth Connect

Starts 17 May! Come and hang out, play video games, pool, board games and more, for ages 12 - 18 years. Held at The Lair, Dapto Ribbonwood Centre.

Tuesdays, 3 - 5pm
Hang Out

Lounges, wi-fi, pool, table tennis, gaming, charging stations and more at Wollongong Youth Centre.

Tuesdays, 3 - 6pm
Bundaleer Connect

An arvo of sports, games and food. Get active and catch up with friends at Howard Fowles Park, Bundaleer Estate.

Tuesdays, 3.15 - 4.30pm
Big Screen Gaming

Come and play video games on the BIG screen in the Audi, plus snacks.

Tuesdays, 3.30 - 5.30pm
Youth in Fashion

Collaborate with local fashion designer Gina Barjeel to learn to sew and create your own clothing.

Tuesdays, 4 - 5.30pm
Girls Cafe

A fun program for CALD young women aged 12-18. Arts and craft, baking, sports and presentations from other services.

Wednesdays, 3.30 - 5.30pm
Acting Up

Get involved in theatre sports, drama activities and performance. Gain skills and confidence in fun interactive activities.

Wednesdays, 3.30 - 5.30pm
The Circus Series

Come along for some outdoor circus activities. Learn how to juggle, hula hoop, plate spinning and more.

Wednesdays, 3.30 - 5.30pm
Teenz Connect - South

Learn new stuff and meet new people. A range of activities including games, resume writing, self care ideas and more for young people aged 12-18 years at Warrawong Library.

Thursdays, 3 - 4.30pm
Hang Out

Lounges, wi-fi, pool, table tennis, gaming, charging stations and more at Wollongong Youth Centre.

Thursdays, 3 - 8pm
Youth Connect - North

Learn new stuff and meet new people. A range of activities including games, trivia and more for young people aged 12-18 years at Corrimal Library and Bellambi Neighbourhood Centre.

Thursdays (fortnightly), 3.30 - 5.30pm
Team Ignite

Boost the music and performance scene for young people. Learn skills in AV production, event management and promotion.

Thursdays, 4 - 5.30pm
On Stage

Local musicians and performers live on stage. Check our Facebook or Instagram for the gig guide.

Thursdays, 6pm
Hang Out

Lounges, wi-fi, pool, table tennis, gaming, charging stations and more at Wollongong Youth Centre.

Fridays, 3 - 8pm
Skate and Basketball

Shoot some hoops or use our skate ramps in front of Wollongong Youth Centre.

Every day
Legal Wall

Paint or spray on the legal wall at the back of Wollongong Youth Centre.

Every day
Speak to a youth worker

We're still here to help you online or over the phone with information and referral.

Send us a DM on Facebook, or Instagram, email us, or call (02) 4227 8222.

Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
Hang Out

Lounges, wi-fi, pool, table tennis, gaming, charging stations and more at Wollongong Youth Centre.

Saturdays, 1 - 4pm

You can also download a copy of our May - June 2022 Program PDF, 226.44 KB

Special events

See our Facebook or Instagram to find out what's happening.

DateActivity
27 May Reconciliation Festival
1 - 30 June Pride Month

Projects

We regularly organise creative projects, competitions and other programs you can get involved in.

Current and recent projects are shown below.

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