Bayside City Council's Youth Services

Council services and facilities will be closed for the King's Birthday public holiday on Monday 8 June 👑

This includes our Corporate Centre, all four Bayside Library branches, Bayside Gallery and our Maternal and Child Health Centres.

Bayside Waste and Recycling Centre (144 Talinga Rd Cheltenham) will be closed, and reopen on Tuesday from 8am to 4pm.

While libraries will be closed, you will still be able to return borrowed materials via the book return chutes. Hampton Library will also be available for registered users of 'Branch Out' 📚

Our 24-hour contact line will be available at (03) 9599 4444 for urgent requests.

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Last week we delivered the inaugural Bayside Youth Summit at Beaumaris Secondary College, in partnership with Beaumaris Secondary College and facilitated by Youth Leadership Academy Australia (YLAA).

Over 120 young people from Years 7–12 across six schools came together to build leadership skills, connect with others and share ideas for positive change💡

Young people played a key role throughout the day, leading conversations, working in teams and creating a space where everyone felt heard and empowered.

Bayside Mayor Cr Debbie Taylor-Haynes opened the summit, reinforcing Council’s commitment to valuing young people’s voices and working alongside them.

A big thank you to everyone who supported the summit, including Beaumaris Secondary College, YLAA, participating schools, young people, Peer Leaders and Bayside City Council staff 🙌

✨ Stay tuned for the ideas and more youth-led initiatives coming soon.

[Image description: Group of young people standing in a school gym, with Councillor Debbie Taylor-Haynes, Mayor of Bayside City Council.]

Ride smart. Ride legal. Ride safe 🚲🛴

We’re reminding all riders in our community to know the rules before heading out.

E-bike rules:
🕑 Maximum assisted speed: 25 km/h
✖️ Motor (with pedal assist) cannot provide power above 25 km/h
🪖 Helmets must be worn at all times
🛣️ People 13 years and older may not ride on the footpath, unless accompanying someone younger than 13.

Modified or petrol-powered bicycles are illegal.

Unsafe riding can lead to fines, injuries, and bikes being confiscated. Let’s keep everyone safe and respect our shared spaces.

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E-scooters are a fun and convenient way to get around, but the rules are there to keep riders and the wider community safe. 🛴

If you’re riding an e-scooter, remember:
👤 Riders must be aged 16 years or over
🕑 Maximum speed is 20km/h
🪖Helmets must be worn at all times
✖️ E-scooters cannot be ridden on footpaths.

Unsafe riding puts riders, pedestrians and other road users at risk and may result in fines or enforcement action.

We’re asking all riders to be respectful, ride responsibly and help keep our shared spaces safe for everyone.

[Image description: A young person smiling and resting their arms on handlebars, they are wearing a helmet.]

🍕 Connect: Kitchen Edition. Dish of the week is pizza. 🍕

Time to preheat the oven as pizza is on the menu for this week’s session! We will make the dough, shape it and add the toppings.

👤 Who: 13 to 25 year olds
🕙 Time: 4:30 to 6:30pm
📅 When: Thursday 28 May
📍 Where: Peterson Youth Centre, Highett
💲 Cost: Free.

🔗 Register for your spot https://brnw.ch/21x2MU0

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🥧 Connect: Kitchen Edition. Dish of the week is cinnamon scrolls 🥧

Do you have a sweet tooth? Join us this week and learn how to bake this yummy treat!

👤 Who: 13 to 25 year olds
🕙 Time: 4:30pm to 6:30pm
📅 When: Thursday 21 May
📍 Where: Peterson Youth Centre, Highett
💰 Cost: Free

🔗 Register for your spot: bayside.vic.gov.au/services/youth/connect

[Image description: Bold purple heading with word CONNECT, below this heading are 4 cartoon cinnamon rolls, one with icing on it, and 2 churros.]

⏰ Reminder: our public speaking training is coming up 🎤

Join our free public speaking training, delivered by Youth Engagement Project, specialists in youth communication and confidence‑building.

In this interactive session for young people ages 11-25, you’ll:
✅ learn how to manage nerves and build confidence
✅ develop clear and confident speaking skills
✅ practice storytelling and engaging an audience
✅ connect with other young people in a supportive space.

📅 When: Tuesday 19 May
🕔 Time: 5pm to 6:30pm
📍Where: Sandringham Library
💸 Cost: FREE, registration essential.

👉 Spots are limited! Register now: https://brnw.ch/21x2mM4

[Image description: A young person standing side‑on at a microphone, holding notes and speaking to an audience.]

‼️Online Parent Information Night: Child Safety and Awareness‼️

Join Bayside Youth Services and Kingston Youth Services for an important Parent Information Night focused on child safety and awareness in today’s world.

Presented by former Detective Senior Constable and child safety advocate Kristi McVee, this session will provide parents and carers with a clear understanding of the real risks young people face, along with practical tools to help protect and support their children.

Drawing on her extensive frontline experience, Kristi delivers a powerful and honest presentation that empowers adults to take action with confidence.

Parents and carers will gain:
✔️ A deeper understanding of current risks facing children and young people
✔️ Practical strategies to recognise warning signs and respond effectively
✔️ Tools to support open conversations and build safer environments at home and in the community.

This free online session is designed for parents and carers of children aged 8–16. We also welcome professionals and community members who work with or support young people.

When: Wednesday 27 May, 7 - 8pm
Where: Online
Who: Parents, carers, professionals and community members
Cost: Free!

🔗 Bookings are essential - register here www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1578725

A new Youth Centre is on the way at Highett Common, and you can help shape it 🌟

We’re asking for ideas on what would make the space feel inviting, comfortable and full of personality.

Share images, styles or simple thoughts on our ideas board. Entries go in the draw to win a prize! 🏆

Consultation closes this Sunday 3 May.

🔗 Have your say: yoursay.bayside.vic.gov.au/YouthCentre

New Youth Centre in Highett Common This is your space, so we want your ideas on how it should look and feel. What would make it welcoming, fun and somewhere you’d want to hang out?

🎤 JOIN THE BOOMBOX EVENTS COMMITTEE 🎨🎶
Are you 11 – 25 and keen to help create awesome youth events in your community? Get involved with Boombox and be part of planning fun, creative, and exciting events for young people.

✨ Upcoming events:�
🛍️ Youth Creators Market Stall & Performers�
💃 Youth Dance Party�
🎨 Youth Art Exhibition

Meetings:
📍 Peterson Youth Centre�
🕓 Meet fortnightly | 4:30–6:00pm
🍱 Free afternoon tea�
💥 Free to join

Bring your ideas, make new friends, build skills, and help make events happen.

Express your interest in joining!
www.bayside.vic.gov.au/services/youth/boombox-Boombox Events



[Image description: group of young people dancing in a dark room with party lighting.]