Upper Hunter Youth Services

19/01/2026

15 Young People enjoyed our Ice Skating activity last week at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium Warners Bay. Everyone got in and gave it a red hot crack even though it was the first time on the ice for most. Lots of fun was had and new friendships were made!
This activity was free thanks to NSW Office for Youth.

11/01/2026

FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES - sports, craft, Gymnastics and Fitness!

All FREE for our members this holidays thanks to our friends at Muswellbrook Workies & Muswellbrook RSL Club for their generous support with their ClubGrants!

We are also offering FREE child memberships to attend these activities if they are not already members!

Spots are LIMITED and places are going fast!
Give us a call on 6541 1434 or pop ino the club to secure a place!

11/01/2026

🎨 School Holiday Activity – Air Dry Clay Workshop!

Looking for something fun and creative these school holidays?
Join us for an air dry clay activity where kids can design and create their own clay pieces to take home!

📍 Location: QEII Building, Muswellbrook
📅 Date: Wednesday 28th January
⏰ Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
👧🧒 Ages: 8–15 years
👉 Children under 12 must be supervised by a parent/carer
🍴 Lunch provided
🎟️ Limited spaces – bookings essential

Call Kayla on 6542 3555 to book your spot!

15/12/2025

🎉 FREE Ice Skating Trip with UHYS! ⛸️

Looking for something cool to do these holidays? Come ice skating with us — for FREE, thanks to the NSW Office for Youth!

👥 Who: Young people from Muswellbrook, Upper Hunter & Singleton LGAs
📅 When: Thursday 15 January 2026
📍 Where: Hunter Ice Skating Stadium, Warners Bay

📝 Permission forms & info:
Call our office on 65 434 841 or text/call our Youth Program Coordinator on 0475 961 184.

Spots are limited — don’t miss out! ❄️🔥

30/10/2025

Tomorrow night - HALLOWEEN 🧟‍♀️🧙‍♂️🧛‍♂️
Trick or Treating followed by a Cinema Under the Stars!
What more could you ask for???

🎬👻 It’s happening THIS WEEK!
Don’t miss Cinema Under the Stars: Halloween Edition — a night of spooky fun, sweet treats, and family magic at Highbrook Park Sportsgrounds! 🌙✨

🎃 What’s in store:
🧙‍♀️ Costume competitions with awesome prizes
🍬 Trick-or-treating & treasure hunts
🎪 Jumping castle, market stalls & family activities
🎥 A Halloween movie under the stars

🍿 The Muswellbrook Public School P&C will be running the canteen — so come hungry and support our local school!

Tickets are FREE — but spots are almost gone! 🎟️

Grab your picnic rug, round up your little monsters, and book your tickets today so you don’t miss out on this fang-tastic night of fun 💜

👉 Reserve now: https://events.humanitix.com/cinema-under-the-stars-457pjske

📍 Highbrook Park Sportsgrounds
📞 Vanessa or Kayla on 6542 3555

01/10/2025

🥦🧀 On a tight budget and tired of boring meals?
We’ve rounded up 5 easy, tasty meals that won’t break the bank (or taste like cardboard) — using Aussie supermarket staples from Coles, Woolies or ALDI.
🍝 One-pan fried rice
🥔 Baked potato bar
🥣 Stir-fry with frozen veg
🧀 Toasted wraps + more!
Simple ingredients. Big flavour. Tiny spend.

👉 Read the blog here: https://www.uhys.org.au/easy-meals-on-a-tight-budget/

Eating well doesn’t have to cost a fortune – or taste like plain toast and noodles. Whether you’re a teen learning to cook, a young adult on a budget, or a family looking to stretch the grocery shop, we’ve pulled together a few affordable, tasty meal ideas that actually work.

24/09/2025

💸 Feel like your money disappears as soon as you get it?
If you’ve never made a budget before — this one’s for you.

Our latest blog breaks down the basics:
✅ What to include
🧠 Where to start
🎯 Easy money goals
📱 Simple apps that actually help
It’s not about missing out - it’s about knowing what you’ve got.

👉 Check it out: https://www.uhys.org.au/1950-2/

Budgeting might sound like one of those boring adult things you’ll deal with later – but knowing where your money goes can actually make life easier right now. Whether you’re saving for a phone, managing Centrelink payments, or just trying not to run out of cash before the weekend, a basic bud...

27/08/2025

Young Parent Group – Tomorrow 10am@ UHYS Programs Centre, Muswellbrook Showground!
We’ve got Early Literacy fun with Janelle from Upper Hunter Community Services Inc, and Dominique from Maiwel will be popping in too!
Come hang out, relax with your bub, and meet some new friends – we'd love to see you there!

21/08/2025

Feeling a bit all over the place lately? 😅
You don’t need to fix everything — just pick one small step to make the week ahead feel a little more manageable.
In our latest blog, we’ve shared:
📝 A super simple to-do trick
📅 Easy weekly planning ideas
🥪 Meal and snack hacks
📲 Reminder tips
💛 One kind thing to do for Future You
Tiny actions = big impact.
👉 Read more here: https://www.uhys.org.au/five-things-you-can-do-this-week-to-feel-more-organised/
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Feeling all over the place lately? You’re not alone. Whether you’re juggling school, work, family or just trying to keep your head above water – life can get messy fast.

19/08/2025

Young Parents Group – Thursdays at 10:30am
Come along for a warm and welcoming morning with a cuppa, some tasty morning tea, and a chance to connect with other young parents.
It’s a relaxed space where you can share, unwind, and feel supported.
Our friendly team of professionals are also here if you need a chat, some guidance, or a helping hand - Plus we love playing with the babies 🤩
Everyone’s welcome – we’d love to have you join us! 😊

06/08/2025

STARTS TOMORROW! 10AM - 11:30AM!!!
Upper Hunter Youth Services, Muswellbrook Showground!

31/07/2025

Worried your teen isn’t quite themselves lately?
Sometimes it’s hard to tell if your child is just having an off week — or if they might be going through something deeper.

Our latest blog shares:
👀 Common signs your teen might be struggling
💬 How to start the conversation without pressure
🤝 Where to turn for extra support — locally and nationally

You don’t need to have all the answers — just being there makes a difference.

👉 Read the blog here: https://www.uhys.org.au/signs-your-child-might-be-struggling-and-how-you-can-help/

As a parent or carer, you know your child better than anyone. But sometimes, it can be hard to tell the difference between “typical teen behaviour” and signs that something deeper is going on.