Kingston Youth Services

18/06/2026

Kingston Council has entered the election period in the lead-up to the Melaleuca by-election.

As set out under the Local Government Act 2020, Council resources must not be used for electoral matters (other than explaining the election process).

Any posts or comments posted by a council candidate or any post discussing election issues or containing electoral matters will be deleted during this time.

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16/06/2026

📣 Kingston Youth Services is having our last drop-in session for Term 2!

This time we’re throwing the snags on the barbie, join us 3 til 5 and bring your appetite!

🗓 Friday 19 June
👥 Ages 10-17
🕒 3:00–5:00pm
📍 Platform 81
🚶‍♂️ No registration needed — just drop in!

Don’t miss it 👀

09/06/2026

Calling all young artists! 🎨

The Youth Art Expo 2026 is here and this year’s theme is GROWTH.

What does growth mean to you? We want to see your interpretation through painting, drawing, sculpture, digital art and more.

✨ Why get involved?
✅ Exhibit your artwork in a professional gallery
✅ Compete for exciting prizes
✅ Connect with other young artists
✅ Grow your skills and confidence

🏆Prizes will be presented across multiple age categories, including Best Emerging Artist (10–11 years) and 1st and 2nd Place prizes for the 12–17 and 18–25 age groups.

📢 Spots are limited, register via the link in our bio to receive the information pack.

08/06/2026

⏰ LAST CHANCE to nominate!

Nominations for the 2026 Kingston Youth Awards close Friday 12 June.

Don’t miss the chance to recognise a young person aged 12–25 who is making a difference in Kingston 🌟

From community leaders to creative talents and everyday legends - now’s the time to celebrate them.

👉🏼 Nominate now via the 🔗 in bio before it’s too late!

04/06/2026

🚨 Have Your Say on Safety in Victoria 🚨

How safe do you feel where you live, study, work or hang out? 👀

Victoria Police want to hear directly from people across Victoria through their 2026 Community Sentiment Survey.

Your feedback can help shape:
✅ How Victoria Police engage with the community
✅ Ways to improve policing services
✅ What makes people feel safer in their local area

💭 Take a few minutes to share your thought, your voice matters - link in bio.

04/06/2026

💫 It’s time to celebrate Kingston’s young changemakers!

Do you know someone aged 12–25 who deserves recognition for their passion, talent, leadership or community impact?

The 2026 Kingston Youth Awards are now accepting nominations. Help us shine a light on the incredible young people in our community 🌟

👉 Submit a nomination via the 🔗 in bio
🗓 Closes Friday 12 June

02/06/2026

Celebrate PRIDE MONTH with us! ⭐️

Kingston Youth Services is proud to present our very first Rainbow Trivia Night event! 🌈
An event for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies!

Think all things rainbow:
📚 History!
🎥 Pop Culture!
🎶 Music!
🏳️‍🌈 Pride!

Details:
🗓️ Friday 19 June 6-8.30pm
📍 Platform 81 - 81 Albert Street, Mordialloc
⭐️ Ages 12+
🍕 Food and prizes included!

Tickets are FREE but limited!
Book at the link in our bio 🔗

27/05/2026

BGK Youth Network June Meeting – Positive Masculinities

The Bayside Glen Eira Kingston Youth Network is open to community and government services, projects or organisations that work with or assist young people and/or their families in the Cities of Bayside, Glen Eira and Kingston.

This session will host a keynote presentation from The Man Cave on Navigating the Manosphere.

You’ll get:

👉🏼 Increased awareness of what the manosphere is, who it impacts and why it matters right now.

👉🏼 Deeper understanding of why boys and young men are drawn into it.

👉🏼 Guidance for knowing what to do next, and how to feel more equipped to respond.

👉🏼 This is a professional development session for youth workers, school nurses, mentors, educators and role models.

🗓️ 11 June 10-11.30am
📍 Platform 81 - 81 Albert Street, Mordialloc 3195
🍪 Refreshments provided!
🔗 Register at link in bio

26/05/2026

26/05/2026

Do you know a young person making a difference? 🌟

Nominations for the 2026 Kingston Youth Awards are now open! 👏

From leaders and creatives to everyday legends supporting their community, we’re celebrating young people aged 12–25 who are making their mark across Kingston.

👉 Got someone in mind? Nominate them today at kingstonyouth.org.au/youth-awards

Nominations close Friday 12 June. Don’t miss out!

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