Platform Youth Services

Platform Youth Services Platform Youth Services. Supporting young people in the Blue Mountains, Penrith and Hawkesbury regions.

Platform Youth Services has been supporting young people in the district for over 30 years, Platform is a Not-For-Profit, community based, regional agency that provides holistic and integrated services to vulnerable young people, their families and communities. We work from a social justice approach to ensure vulnerable young people have the opportunities, skills and support to actively participat

e in social, economic and community life. We advocate for and work in partnership with young people, their families and communities and other agencies to ensure excellent outcomes.

A shout out to Blue Mountains Sunrise Rotary for their donation.We are delighted they chose to support us and the young...
12/06/2026

A shout out to Blue Mountains Sunrise Rotary for their donation.

We are delighted they chose to support us and the young people we work with. Your kindness and generosity are greatly appreciated.

Thank you! 💙

19/05/2026

This weekend one of our incredible staff members completed the Ultra Trail 50km event and we could not be prouder.

We often say our team are superhuman, but watching this achievement unfold truly highlighted the determination, resilience and commitment that exists within our people every single day.

50 kilometres. Countless hills, challenges, moments of exhaustion and perseverance… and they kept going.

And as if that inspiration wasn’t enough, another one of our amazing staff members recently completed the iconic New York City Marathon, an extraordinary accomplishment on the world stage and another example of the passion and perseverance within our team.

The same drive for excellence that carries them across finish lines is the same passion they bring to Platform and the young people we support every day.

Congratulations to both of these incredible humans, you inspire all of us. 💪🏽🏃‍♀️✨

IDAHOBITBLUE MOUNTAINS 2026Today for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia celebrating this yea...
16/05/2026

IDAHOBIT
BLUE MOUNTAINS 2026

Today for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia celebrating this year’s theme, ‘At the Heart of Democracy’.

Head along to this free event that will feature panel speakers, dancing, a photo retrospective, crafting, food and fun for all ages.

10am – 12pm, Sunday 17 May 2026
Tibbi Whalan Hall, Katoomba Civic Centre

23/04/2026

Homelessness is solvable. With strong services and more suitable housing, we can end homelessness. We need the public to stand with us and push for change.

Last week, our team stepped into the shoes of the young people we support for Youth Homelessness Matters Day through our...
22/04/2026

Last week, our team stepped into the shoes of the young people we support for Youth Homelessness Matters Day through our Walk the Walk experience.

Designed for staff without residential experience, the evening offered a powerful insight into what life can look like for a young person in our programs.

We heard from Penrith Police, who shared insights into youth homelessness and the work being done to support young people.
Staff took part in a simulated intake, working through referral stories and experiencing just how overwhelming the process can be.

The night also included cooking, cleaning, and sharing a meal together, while reflecting on the realities young people face and the importance of connection and community.

At Platform, we’re committed to walking alongside young people to break the cycle of homelessness. 💛

We appreciate Minister Jackson’s support of Youth Homelessness Matters Day and the ongoing efforts to tackle youth homel...
17/04/2026

We appreciate Minister Jackson’s support of Youth Homelessness Matters Day and the ongoing efforts to tackle youth homelessness. Awareness leads to action and action creates change!

We’re firing up the BBQ today at the Penrith Youth Week event! 🔥 Come down, grab a bite, and have a chat with the Platfo...
16/04/2026

We’re firing up the BBQ today at the Penrith Youth Week event! 🔥 Come down, grab a bite, and have a chat with the Platform team. We’re here to celebrate young people and connect with the community.

🔥 TOMORROW 🔥We’re firing up the BBQ at City Park for Youth Week! 🌭Come visit us at the free barbecue, hang out and have ...
16/04/2026

🔥 TOMORROW 🔥

We’re firing up the BBQ at City Park for Youth Week! 🌭

Come visit us at the free barbecue, hang out and have a chat.
There’ll be live music, games, workshops and plenty happening all day.

Bring your mates and come say hi 👋

💛 Today is Youth Homelessness Matters Day 💛Across NSW, thousands of young people are facing housing instability. At Plat...
15/04/2026

💛 Today is Youth Homelessness Matters Day 💛

Across NSW, thousands of young people are facing housing instability.

At Platform, we’re proud to stand with young people.
We continue to work to break the cycle of youth homelessness because no young person should be without safety, support and a home.

Join us today in raising awareness and showing that youth homelessness matters!

1 day to goWe've shared just some of the numbers behind youth homelessness but this is about more than statistics.At Pla...
14/04/2026

1 day to go

We've shared just some of the numbers behind youth homelessness but this is about more than statistics.

At Platform, we're working every day to break the cycle of youth homelessness so every young person has the chance to thrive.

Tomorrow, we stand together to say: Youth Homelessness Matters!

Address

688 High Street
Penrith, NSW
2750

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61247600800

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