The Hub @ Northland

The Hub @ Northland is a vibrant centre with programs and services for young people aged 12 to 25 who live, work, study or play in Darebin.

The Hub is open for drop-in from 12:30—5pm Tuesday to Thursday, and 12:30 - 6pm on Friday. It’s free and you don’t have to book!

At The Hub you can:

  • get job support and check out our local jobs board
  • access support services like legal aid, housing and health support
  • use our entry-level music studio
  • play free games including pool, foosball, PS4, Nintendo Switch and more
  • use our computers, kitchen and chill-out space
  • get involved in our programs and meet other like-minded young people.

Weekly programs

Our program runs during the school term:

When Program Details

Tuesday 3—5pm

Craft and Calm Join in supported arts activities, whilst sipping relaxing herbal teas.
We run the lights a little lower and turn the stereo quieter for all of Tuesday.

Tuesday 3:30—5pm

GG! (Good Game) A free after-school club that connects gamers aged 12 to 17 in a friendly and supportive space.
Wednesday 12:30—5pm Employment Support

Free Employment Support for people up to 25 years. Get help with resumes, practice interviews, cover letters, searching for jobs and filling in applications.

Wednesday

3—5pm

Cook up Learn how to cook free, healthy food with your friends.
Thursday 3—5pm Girls A Loud A fun and safe space for young people who identify as female. Chill, play pool, sing karaoke and make The Hub yours.
Friday 3—6pm
Friday 100 Make music in the studio with a professional producer or hang out in the main space, competing in our weekly friendly games tournaments.

Where to find us

We're at Northland Shopping Centre, Preston, but it's a little tricky ...

We're located between UniQlo and Target, but you can't get into the Hub from inside the building. You'll need to walk outside through the electric doors on the east side of Northland - and then when you're at the car park turn around and you'll see the Hub. Get directions

Find us online

More information

Darebin Youth Services
Phone: 03 8470 8926 (during business hours)
Email: youthservices@darebin.vic.gov.au