The DECK - Youth Venue

19/10/2026

Our LGBTQIA+ drop in, Free To Be You is back today! We'll be open from 3pm till 5pm and we can't wait to hear about your school holidays 🤩🥳✨

23/09/2026

We are back open today and it's the final Deck Wednesday of the term!!!!!

We will have heaps of snacks and board games and arts and crafts galore!

We'll also have some permission notes for the school holiday activities down at The Deck this afternoon so hopefully we'll see you all there! 🤩🥳

22/09/2026

Hi everyone!

We were very lucky to secure some funding for some school holiday activities so we are going to the movies next week!

When: Wednesday 30th September - movie starts at 10am (please arrive at 9:30)
Where: Scotty's Cinema, Raymond Terrace
What movie: Forgotten Island

This activity is completely free and includes the movie, popcorn and a drink for everyone who attends

Transport is not provided so please make sure you can get there and get home safely!

Anyone who is attending will need to hand in a signed permission note before the activity commences. Notes can be collected from our office at 3 Phillip Street Raymond Terrace

Please message one of the numbers on the flyer to secure your spot - spaces are limited!

21/09/2026

Hi lovely deck people!
So sorry to let you know that Free To Be You is cancelled today. It’s just a bit too dangerous with the smoke and fire warning this afternoon. Please stay home and stay as safe as you can and we will hopefully be back open Wednesday 🌈🌈🌈

18/09/2026

02/09/2026

Don’t forget that The Deck is on today! Last week we played some board games and did some painting and this week we’re going to try to use up our stash of beads to make some bracelets and key rings
Our Mulberry tree has also realised it’s finally Spring so we will be picking (and eating) lots of berries today 🌳🪾
Hopefully see you all soon ✨💥🌈💕

19/08/2026

Hello wonderful Deck people!

The Deck is cancelled this afternoon sorry! We just have a couple staff off sick today
Take care of yourselves and drink plenty of water and get as much rest as you can and we'll see you next week 🤩☺️

24/06/2026

Hello lovely people! Just a reminder that we are closed today because of some renovations happening which is very exciting but also very sad because we won’t see you today!
We’ll be back next week - hopefully see you all then!!!! 😊💕🌈💚

15/06/2026

Today is Free To Be You (FTBY) - a safe, welcoming space where LGBTQIA+ young people can connect, make friends, share a laugh, enjoy some food, and simply be themselves.

At FTBY, there’s no pressure, no expectations, and no need to explain who you are. Just a supportive community where you're accepted exactly as you are.

❤️ Food
💛 Chats
💚 Chill vibes
💜 Support if you want it
💙 A safe place to belong

During Pride Month, we celebrate diversity, inclusion, courage, and authenticity. Whether you're out, questioning, an ally, or just looking for connection, you're welcome here.

🏳️‍🌈

27/05/2026

Hello wonderful young people! The Deck is unfortunately closed today due to staff shortages! We will be back next week 🌈😊💕💥
See you all then! We hope your week is as wonderful as you are!