The Hub @ Northland

The Hub Northland

The Hub @ Northland is a vibrant centre running free programs and services for young people aged 12 to 25 who have a connection to Darebin.

What young people can do at The Hub

  • Get job support and check out the local jobs board
  • Access support services like legal aid, housing and health support
  • Use the entry-level music studio
  • Play free games including pool, foosball, and latest gaming consoles
  • Use the computers, kitchen and chill-out space
  • Get involved in programs and meet other like-minded young people

Weekly programs

Tuesday

Wednesday

  • Drop In: 2.30pm - 5.30pm
  • Staff are available for additional job support

Friday

  • Young Parents Group: social connection for parents aged under 25. Children always welcome. Register your interest for Young Parents Group.
  • Drop In + Game On Fridays: 2.30pm—5.30pm drop in for video games, pool comps, boardgames and snacks.

Facilities and equipment

At The Hub, there are range of activities, games, books and equipment on offer for young people who engage with our onsite programs. These include:

  • An entry level music studio
  • Mac computer
  • Basic audio equipment
  • Music instruments including guitars, djembe and a stand-up piano
  • Photography equipment (green screen and cameras)
  • Free wifi
  • Five desktop computers with internet connection
  • DJ mixing desk
  • Latest gaming consoles
  • Projector and screen
  • Pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Chess set, puzzles, board games and playing cards
  • Modular furniture
  • Arcade machine
  • A range of books
  • Craft area
  • Espresso machine
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Basic cooking facilities.

External support services

We have a number of partnering organisations who work out of The Hub, such as employment support services, community health providers and legal services. This means that young people can access more specialised assistance when they need it. Contact The Hub below to find out about our current external support services.

Day available Service What the service does Frequency
Tuesday MOSS Housing support for 16-25 year olds at risk of homelessness Weekly
Tuesday Youth Support & Advocacy Service (YSAS) Drug & alcohol support Fortnightly
Tuesday PRACE

Job and education support for:

  • Aged 17-19 years' not in school for the past 6 months
  • Aged 20-25 years' not in school or employed for the past 6 months
  • Aged 17-24 years' on (or previously on) Youth Justice Orders
 Weekly
Tuesday Melbourne Polytechnic Skills & Jobs Centre Job and career support Weekly
Wednesday AGA Job and education support for people aged 15-24 years' not on Centrelink, employed, or in school Weekly
Wednesday Youth Projects Disability employment support for those with NDIS funding Weekly
Wednesday Your Community Health Nurse Sexual health info and general health questions Weekly
Wednesday Your Community Health Youth Worker Brief counselling support Fortnightly (2nd and 4th Wed of the month)
Wednesday Fitzroy Legal Outreach Legal support, fines, and other disputes Fortnightly (1st and 3rd Wed of the month)
Friday Headspace Mental Health Support Fortnightly (1st and 3rd Fri of the month)

Opening hours

The Hub is open 2.30pm - 5.30pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

The Hub runs weekly programs during school terms. These will be promoted onsite at The Hub and on the Darebin Youth Services social media pages.

Location

2–50 Murray Rd, Preston. The Hub is next to Uniqlo, but the entry is outside. Get directions

Contact details

The Hub @ Northland
Phone: 03 8470 8926 (When prompted choose option 1 for The Hub)
Email: youthservices@darebin.vic.gov.au

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