Youth hub campaigns open ahead of launch

A PAIR of youth-based projects now in the City of Greater Geelong’s pipeline is creating opportunities for the region’s young people to get actively involved in the community.

The City is seeking expressions of interest for involvement with the future Geelong Youth Hub, inviting young people to register their interest in being part of the Youth Hub Reference Group.

The City has also confirmed a new mural will be created at the new hub, with young people urged to put their hands up to assist in its creation.

“The Victorian Government wants young people in Geelong to feel that the youth hub is their space,” Geelong MP Christine Couzens said.

“I would encourage young people to express their interest in being a part of the youth hub reference group, and in creating a mural that reflects their artistic contribution to our city.”

The Youth Hub Reference Group will provide advice to support the effective planning and operations of the Geelong Youth Hub pilot.

The new hub is part of a two-year pilot program, made possible by $400,000 in funding from the Victorian Government.

When it is completed, the hub will be located on the corner of Gheringhap Street and Transit Place in the CBD.

Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan said people with other creative skills and interests such as drawing, digital art, sculpture, creative writing, music, photography, film and video can and should register their details for other projects at the hub.

“I know how much talent there is in our region and I encourage everybody with an interest in this facility to visit the City’s Have Your Say page to get involved,” Cr Sullivan said.

“I am particularly excited about the mural and other artistic projects planned for the Busport building.”

The hub will open in 2025 and will feature an open plan area for socialising and group activities.

It will also feature a multi-purpose room for activities such as music and art, a kitchen capable of hosting cooking classes, and an accessible bathroom.

Both expression of interest periods will close on Sunday, September 15 and can be accessed on the City’s Have Your Say page.