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September Update - Youth Hub Reference Group and mural EOIs

Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Youth Hub Reference Group and creation of a mural have now closed. Thank you to all young people who submitted an EOI and the effort that was put into these applications.

The Youth Development team will now review all submissions received for both opportunities and a member of the team will be in contact with applicants in the coming weeks.

Internal construction works have commenced at the hub site and we look forward to sharing further updates on the project towards the end of October.

The naming stage of this engagement has now closed. Thank you to all who provided suggestions. The Youth Development team has reviewed suggestions against the following principles:

  • simple
  • relevant
  • memorable
  • meaningful
  • respectful

The shortlist has been provided to the Youth Council Advisory Committee for their consideration. Their preferred name for the space will be included in their final report to Council for 2024.

Construction of the new youth hub will begin in September 2024 following the awarding of a tender to Archibald Builders. Read the media release for more information and see renders and floor plan in the image gallery below.


Partnership and Sponsorship Opportunities

The hub is expected to open in early 2025 for a two-year pilot with key features of the space including:

  • an open plan area for after school ‘drop in’ activities
  • a group space for socialising, gaming or chilling out
  • a multipurpose room suitable for a range of creative uses
  • an office which can be used as a co-working or consult space
  • a large kitchen
  • an accessible bathroom
  • If you are interested in partnering with us or sponsoring this great initiative please contact:

    Steph Dunbar - Coordinator, Youth Development on 0417 482 941 or email steph.dunbar@geelongcity.vic.gov.au



    Artist's impressions of the Geelong Youth Hub


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    Name Steph Dunbar
    Phone 0417 482 941
    Email steph.dunbar@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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    The Geelong Youth Hub - Pilot is supported by the Victorian Government.