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"We believe in the power of inspired young people." Y Ballarat Youth provide a range of opportunities.

Visit https://yballarat.org.au/youth-programs/

Youth Art Exhibition 2026: https://ymca.jotform.com/260397702874870 Charity organisation
Youth Programs for young people in the Ballarat area

03/03/2026

Our friends at Youth Affairs Council Victoria Rural have launched into 2026 with the release of their Annual Rural Youth Survey. ✨

They are very keen to hear from young people (aged 12-25) across rural and regional Victoria. It only takes 5 minutes to share your thoughts on community, education, jobs, and advocacy.

Your feedback helps shape the programs, events, and services that YACVic Rural provides, plus every survey response goes in the draw to win one of five $100 Visa gift cards.

Complete the survey here: https://ow.ly/ncpj50YnRz6

*SURVEY CLOSES MARCH 31ST*

02/03/2026

Our Jump Start participants are excited to be using their new tools in the workshop! 🧰

Thanks to the Youth team for ensuring young people have access to industry-standard equipment, setting them up with the skills and confidence needed for the workforce.

Jump Start Facilitator and legendary mechanic, Brendan, said he’s impressed by how quickly the cohort can identify the right tools for the right part. 🙌

The team were also pretty stoked to meet a familiar face - Paul PT Taylor! Thanks for the photo opp!

27/02/2026

We hope you're busy making art - because we want to see it. 😍 Let your creative juices flow and sign up for this year's Y Ballarat Youth Art Exhibition!

With prizes to be won, take the opportunity to have your art displayed in Barkly Square, Ballarat East, with our exhibition's Opening Night on Friday 17th April.

Get your registration in by March 27th via the link in bio!!

Who? Young people aged 12-25.
What? All mediums, ideas and themes are welcome.
💜💙Happy designing💙💜

26/02/2026

In case you missed it, our legend Youth & Community Impact Manager, Larelle has been named one of Ballarat Foundation's "Great Women of Ballarat"! 👏

If you’d like to celebrate Larelle and the other fabulous women, come along to the Ballaarat Mechanic’s Institute on Thursday 5th March (next week!). You can register at: https://ow.ly/VjgN50Ymej3

Larelle was also featured in the Ballarat Times for creating positive change in the lives of young people. You can read her story here: https://ow.ly/A5Ip50Ymej4

20/02/2026

Our friends at WhyNot want to hear from YOU! Calling all young people for short, powerful, honest reflections. No polishing required.

They are currently looking for Unfiltered Thoughts on three big topics shaping young people’s lives right now. Submissions can be written (100–300 words), and all published contributors are paid $25 AUD.

Topics include:
🤖 AI, Identity & the Future of Tech
🏡 Housing & Moving Out: When the Future Feels on Hold
⚖️ Balance the Scales: Justice, Voice & Equality for All Women

Each month the topics will change but if you're a young person who feels passionately about one of the above, head to whynot.org.au/unfiltered-thoughts/ to submit your entry.

18/02/2026

Registrations for The Y Ballarat’s 2026 Youth Art Exhibition are now open!
If you're a young person aged 12-25, we want to see your creativity come to life. 🤩

All skill levels and art forms are welcome!
Painting, drawing, sculptures and photography, to digital art, mixed media, and beyond - if you can create it, we'd love to see it.

***Registrations close March 27th***

Register via the link: https://ymca.jotform.com/260397702874870

For more info, visit: https://yballarat.org.au/youth-art-exhibition/ or contact Lilia [email protected]

The exhibition will be held in the Atrium of Barkly Square, 25-39 Barkly Street, Ballarat East, from Saturday 18th April to Thursday 29th of April, with an Opening Night on Friday 17 April 5:30pm-7:00pm.

We look forward to seeing what you create! 💙

12/02/2026

Did you know, we now have a mailing list? 👀 Sign up for free so you don't miss out on the fun events and activities we have planned for local young people!

Register here: https://ow.ly/QeEo50YcE9H

For further queries, email the friendly team at [email protected] 💙

11/02/2026

How Q***r Looks is featured on the WhyNot page! Woohoo! 🤩

WhyNot is a platform which amplifies the voices of young people. Both Ruth and Ash had the chance to share their perspectives - you can read it here: https://www.whynot.org.au/voice/community-connection/how-queer-looks/

10/02/2026

Safer Internet Day is a reminder that keeping young people safe online is a shared responsibility for families, communities and organisations alike.

At the Y, we promote respectful behaviour, critical thinking, and informed online choices.

When online spaces are safe and inclusive, young people are better able to connect, learn, and thrive - both online and offline.

Read more at: https://www.esafety.gov.au/sid

09/02/2026

We're so incredibly proud of Larelle Kuczer, our Youth & Community Impact Manager, on being named as one of the Great Women of Ballarat for 2026! 🤩🤩🤩

Larelle has been a valued part of the Y Ballarat for many years as a forward-thinking leader in the Youth space. She’s deeply passionate about empowering young people, amplifying their voices, and supporting them to thrive in whatever pathway they choose.

Larelle's bubbly and optimistic nature will light up any room she enters and it's a pleasure to all who work alongside her. Thank you to Larelle for your leadership, generosity and lasting contribution to the Ballarat community.

Of course, a huge well done to all the amazing honourees - you can join them in celebrating on Thursday 5 March, 5-7:30pm at Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Register your attendance at: https://ow.ly/Ltmy50YbpTT

06/02/2026

As we jump into our Youth programs for Term 1, we’re also looking back on the incredible fun we had at our Youth Holiday Program this summer! 💙

From fishing and Ultimate Frisbee, to collaging and gardening, it was so great to see so many awesome young people come along, share some laughs, and hopefully pick up a new skill or two along the way.

Want to stay in the loop about future programs? We’ve got a mailing list! Sign up to hear about upcoming fun and free events: https://ow.ly/3v2550XZugY

05/02/2026

In need of a secondhand bike? Come down to our ReCranked workshop at 1 Holly Grove, Wendouree! 🚲

Complete with a brand new helmet, our amazing volunteers are more than happy to assist those finding themselves without a pair of wheels.

Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons, read more about this fabulous initiative at: https://yballarat.org.au/recranked/

For further enquiries, reach out to Tom on [email protected] or 0460 631 985.

Address

25-39 Barkly Street
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Telephone

+61448608961

Website

https://yballarat.org.au/youth-programs/

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