We run a number of interesting programs for young adults aged 12-25, including homework clubs and holiday programs, music programs (Decibels Indie, FreeZA, Rezinate (Hip Hop), Recording, Rehearsal and Production opportunities), Youth Access at Northland, and a youth outreach program.
African Access Projects
Projects are targeted towards young people from a migrant or refugee background based in Darebin. All projects are facilitated in a culturally appropriate environment by Youth Services African Access Project Officer.
Homework Club
Wednesdays 5:30pm – 7:30pm (excluding School Holidays)
Darebin Intercultural Centre, 59a Roseberry Ave, Preston
Reservoir Community and Learning Centre, 1st Floor, 23 Edwardes St Reservoir
After School Sports Program
Tuesdays, 3:30pm – 6:00pm (excluding School Holidays)
Darebin Community Sports Stadium, 857 Plenty Road, Reservoir
African Young Mums Group
Thursdays, 12.30pm – 3:00pm (excluding School Holidays)
Reservoir Neighbourhood House, 2 Cuthbert Rd, Reservoir
School Holiday Program
Boys-only activities and girls-only activities
Location and activities vary each term
Further Information:
African Access Project Officer
Ph: 0432 119 430
Email: fissa@darebin.vic.gov.au
Decibels Indie
The initiative is a youth-led program for people aged 14 -21 who are interested in pursuing a career within the music industry. The program provides opportunities for participants to gain first-hand experience in running musical and creative ventures in a supported environment with access to experienced mentors.
Tuesdays, 4pm–6pm
Decibels Youth Music Centre, 1st Floor 23 Edwardes Street Reservoir
Contact: Dave Williams 8470 8003 or Neil Robertson 8470 8005, Decibels Youth Music Centre, 1st Floor, 23 Edwardes Street Reservoir.
Darebin FReeZA
Freeza is part of the Victorian State Government funded FReeZA initiative that gives young people the opportunity to lead the planning and staging of live music and cultural events within their local communities.
As one of 80 state-wide providers, Darebin’s FReeZA program also provides important performance opportunities for local musicians and emerging artists to showcase their talent through competitions such as the Victorian FReeZA Push Start Battle of the Bands. All FReeZA events are fully supervised, drug, alcohol and smoke-free.
Wednesdays, 4pm–6pm (excluding School Holidays)
Decibels Youth Music Centre, 1st Floor 23 Edwardes Street Reservoir
Contact: Dave Williams 8470 8003
Rezinate (Music Writing and Production program)
Thursday nights 4 pm to 7 pm, learn to write and produce music using computer based software, with experienced mentors. Meet and collaborate with other young producers and artists, record your songs in an industry standard recording studio. Hip Hop, electronic, singer/songwriter, DJ, dance styles all welcome. Performance advice and opportunities.
Thursdays 4pm–7pm
Decibels Youth Music Centre, 1st Floor 23 Edwardes Street Reservoir
Contact: Neil Robertson or Dave Williams 8470 8005
General Enquiries
For further information on all Decibels Youth Music programs, contact:
Neil Robertson Team Leader - Studio, Music and Arts
Ph: 8470 8005
Email: neil.robertson@darebin.vic.gov.au