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📣PSA‼ The 2025 Castlemaine Battle of The Band 📣PSA‼ The 2025 Castlemaine Battle of The Bands is just around the corner!

🌸 Tickets are now live 🌸

This year will see an incredible line-up of 7 acts from young local musicians, competing for the chance to win $500! 🏆💵

To sweeten the deal, we have a guest appearance from @eloandtheshinkicks to headline the event 🤯

📍 Theatre Royal, Castlemaine
🗓️ Friday 29th of August, 6-10pm 
✅ All ages
❌ Drug, alcohol and smoke / vape free event 

Book tickets now to avoid missing out - Link in bio 💗

If you are unable to book a ticket, please reach out to us and we will help you book your spot ✨

We cannot wait to see you there to support our wonderful performers 🙌

For more information or support to attend this event, please reach out to us at youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au or call 5471 1700.

Amplify is a Victorian Government initiative supported by the Mount Alexander Shire Council 🎶🎤🥁🤠
Learn how to support young people experiencing a m Learn how to support young people experiencing a mental health problem. 
Join our Youth Mental Health First Aid course for parents/carers in Mount Alexander coming up in September in Castlemaine.
You'll learn:
- The difference between normal adolescent development and a developing mental health problem
- How to have open conversations with young people
- Signs and symptoms of possible mental health problems
- Where to seek further help.

Course date/times:
5pm to 9pm | Monday 8 and 15 September 2025 (must attend both sessions)
Venue: Civic Centre, Castlemaine
Cost: $75 (includes dinner)
Deadline for bookings is 25 August, 2025.
Link in our bio to book or visit mountalexandershireyouth.com.au/training
Want to learn about live sound production, PA setu Want to learn about live sound production, PA setup, mixing, sound equipment functions & more? 
Sign up for our free 4-week workshop series💥

Our local Battle of the Band’s sound tech, Dan, will run us through the ins and outs of electronic sound, equipment & functions, stage processing, PA setup, mixing and more— finishing up with you setting up a full backline and mock gig in the Town Hall!

📆 Thurs 31 July- Thurs 21 August 
⏰ 3.45pm-5.30pm
📍 Castlemaine

✨For ages 13-18 years✨

To book a spot, please head to the Linktree in our bio✌️

For more information, or for support to attend this activity, please contact our Youth Development team on 5471 1700 or email youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
 
This program is proudly funded by the Victorian State Governments 'Amplify' program and supported by Mount Alexander Shire Council 💕
📣📣PSA📣📣 The next parent talk in our ' 📣📣PSA📣📣

The next parent talk in our 'Parenting in the Modern World' series is just around the corner. 
This month's talk focuses on all things teens and tweens!

Come and hear teen guru, nurse Bron, talk and share insights about topics most parents can relate to, including tips on: 
•	negotiating the world of technology, 
•	communicating, 
•	emotions and; 
•	sex education.

📅 Thursday 31 July, 5.30-7pm (5.15pm arrival)
📍 Castlemaine Library
💵 Free

Light refreshments provided.

To book your place head to the link tree in our bio ✨
It’s the start of a new term next week, which me It’s the start of a new term next week, which means a new Mondo timetable! 🎉

Swipe to see what’s on over July / August ⏩ ⏩

Keen? Book your spot via the Linktree in our bio 📲✨

For more information—or for additional support to attend these activities—please contact a Youth Development staff member at youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au / 5471 1700 💕
That’s a wrap on our HLC get active series!

We’ve had a blast meeting new people—trying our hand at skateboarding, roller skating, circus skills and basketball!

A big pat on the back to everyone who came out and had a go with us—trying new sports and activities in some of the amazing outdoor spaces around our shire✨️

A big thank you to all our amazing facilitators from @skateparkleagues  @mainerolling @castlemaine_circus_inc and @castlemaine_cannons 🫶🫶

This program was proudly funded by our mates at @healthyloddoncampaspe  and supported by @mountalexandershirecouncil
💞

📸 @mervs.photos and a few by the lovely @pennyryanphotography that 🌟
Did you hear?! It’s that exciting time of year a Did you hear?!
It’s that exciting time of year again for Mount Alex young musicians..

Our Amplify (Freeza) team—Eight Meter Speaker—are so pumped to announce that applications are now open to compete in the 2025 Battle of the Bands! 📣🐨 *insert wild crowd applause here*

Bands, duo and solo musicians of all genres aged between 12-20 years who live, work or study in Mount Alexander Shire are encouraged to apply and compete for a $500 first prize!🏆👩‍🎤👽

Keen to play? Follow the link in our bio to download the application form.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON MONDAY 21st JULY 2025 (you don’t want to miss the deadline people)!!!

Battle of the Bands will be held at the legendary Theatre Royal on Friday 29th august, 2025 🦔👻

Wanna know more? Reach out on the details below or click the Linktree in our bio 🤠🐴🦥

📧 youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au 
📞 5471 1743 
📨 DM us!

Amplify is funded by the Victorian State Governments 'Amplify' Program and support by Mount Alexander Shire Council 💕
Get wild this July school holidays with @mirawara_ Get wild this July school holidays with @mirawara_outdoor as they lead us through a fun packed day of bush skills on the beautiful mountain, Leanganook! 🔥🔥

Learn how to build a shelter from natural resources, start a fire by friction and all about our native fauna and flora.

❓Fire by Friction Excursion
📅Thursday 10 July, 2025
📍Leanganook 
💰Free

✨For ages 12-17 years✨

Spaces are limited and bookings are required - Link in bio

💞 For additional support to attend this program, please reach out to a team member on 5471 1743 or email youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
🔒 Library Lock-In is back! 🔒 Get ready for 🔒 Library Lock-In is back! 🔒

Get ready for the ultimate after-hours event at your local library... *insert dramatic drum roll here* The Library Lock In is back for 2025!

Join us for a night of exclusive access at your local library, with our mates at the @castlemainelibrary 🔥

Prepare for games galore, craft activities, Mario Kart tournament, a photo booth, and of course, pizza & sundaes! 
When the doors are locked, the fun begins 🎉

Call your mates, pop it on your calendar, and gear up for a night of fun.

📅Friday 4 July
🕕 6pm-8.30pm
📍 Castlemaine Library 

✨Years 7-10 only✨

💫Bookings a must💫

For more information, please call the Castlemaine Library on 5472 1458
🏳️‍🌈We're calling on all LGBTIQA+ and al 🏳️‍🌈We're calling on all LGBTIQA+ and ally young people (high school aged) to join the Over the Rainbow Committee to help us plan the next Pride Ball! 🪩

This is your chance to:
💡Share your ideas
🎨Help design the vibe
🎶Pick the music, themes & activities
💭Make sure it represents YOU and your community

Whether you're full of ideas or just want to be apart of something special we'd love to have you on board!

If this sounds like you - DM us or email youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au to sign up!

Proudly sponsored by Healthy Equal Youth🎉
Check out what’s on offer at Mondo this June 👆👆

Join us this month for range of stella activities from cooking, baking to crochet and gaming ✨

Bookings are easy, head to the Linktree in our bio to snag your spot now.

For more information contact us! DM, Email or give us a call on 5471 1700 ✌️
🏀 Learn to dribble, shoot, and score with Castl 🏀 Learn to dribble, shoot, and score with Castlemaine Basketball Association! 🏀

Did you know that the upgrades to the Norwood Recreation Reserve includes a half basketball court?! We did and we’re excited to put it to use with free basketball training sessions!
Whether you’re a beginner or already love the game, it’s all about getting involved, having fun and staying active!

•	All equipment provided
•	All abilities encouraged
•	Ages 8-17 years

Choose from 3 different sessions across three age groups.

Ages 8-11 years:
Thursday 5 & 12 June, 3.45pm-5.15pm

Ages 12-17 years:
Thursday 19 & 26 June, 3.45pm-5.15pm

Ages 8-17 years: Taradale Come and Try Session
Thursday 3 July, 4pm-5.15pm
 
Bookings are required.

To book a spot, head to the Linktree in our bio 🌟
Entries are open for the 2025 COscars Youth Film C Entries are open for the 2025 COscars Youth Film Competition!!

Anyone aged 10-20 years in central Vic can enter.

Films will be screened at the 2025 COscars Film Festival in November at the @theatreroyalcastlemaine 

Categories: Snapshot (1 min); Short (1-5 mins); Short film (5-10 mins).

Entries close: Midnight, Sunday 2 November.

Competition entry forms and guidelines can be downloaded
from our website
www.mountalexandershireyouth.com.au (link in bio)

For more information contact our youth team at youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
🌈The time has come! We are very excited to anno 🌈The time has come! We are very excited to announce that our Over the Rainbow committee is starting up for 2025!💫
OTR is a committee of young people that develop, plan and deliver youth LGBTQIA+ events and programs for (secondary aged) 12 - 18 year olds residing in Mount Alexander Shire.
Running Thursday fortnightly 3:45pm - 5:15pm.
For more information and to register your interest email youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au, ph: 54711700 or DM us here! 

Proudly sponsored by Healthy Equal Youth🎉
Are you a young musician looking to take your musi Are you a young musician looking to take your music to the next level? Do you have song idea’s that you’d like to bring to life? 

Join local musician, music teacher and song writer, Sun Hyland, for this free 4-week Youth Songwriting Workshop series 🎶🎶

Sun will be supporting young emerging musicians to transform their creative ideas into performance-ready songs ✍🏽

In these hands-on sessions, Sun will guide participants through the songwriting process, showing how structure, basic music theory, and dynamics can elevate their music 

These will be a hands-on workshops, featuring live music, special guests and opportunities to try out live performance gear 🎤🎚️

📅 Mon 26 May and 2,16 & 23 June 
🕓 4pm-5.30pm
📍 Castlemaine Senior Citz Hall

For ages 12-18 years
Spaces are limited, booking required

Keen? To register please head to the link tree in our bio or visit our website www.mountalexandershireyouth.com.au

For more information, or support to attend this activity, please contact the Youth Development Team 💕
Free Intro to Circus Skills Workshops! 🤹🎪 Free Intro to Circus Skills Workshops! 🤹🎪
 
Looking to get more active and connected this May? Do it through tumble and acro-balance!
 
Sign up for our 2-week intro to Circus Skills Workshops where @castlemaine_circus_inc will get us up and moving with tumbling, juggling, handstands, hula-hoop, fun circus games and more!

Choose from two different sessions across two age groups.

•	All equipment provided
•	All abilities encouraged
•	Ages 8-17 years
 
Ages 8-11 years:
Monday 12 May, 3.45pm-5.15pm
Monday 19 May, 3.45pm-5.15pm
 
Ages 12-17 years:
Monday 26 May, 3.45pm-5.15pm
Monday 2 June, 3.45pm-5.15pm
 
Spaces are limited. 

To book a spot, head to our website via the Linktree in our bio and fill out the booking form ✌️

For more information, or for support to attend this activity, please contact the Youth Development Team 

Proudly funded by @healthyloddoncampaspe 💕
❗Attention young creatives❗ Have you been lo ❗Attention young creatives❗ 

Have you been looking for a platform to sell your handmade goodies? You’re in luck!
The Wesley Hill Market is on the lookout for young people for their Young Maker’s Market event in May! 👏👏

Stall hire is free, you’re able to hire tables, chairs and marquees and you’ll have the support of friendly staff during the day … Win! 🌟

For more information, please contact the Wesley Hill Market ✨
📢 Public Service Announcement 📢 FReeZA just 📢 Public Service Announcement 📢
FReeZA just got a makeover 🤯😲

We had a blast at the annual Freeza Summit at the Melbourne Recital Centre a couple weeks back, and the Office for Youth delivered big news..!

After 25 years of loyal service, the Freeza program name & logo has gotten a revamp 💅✨

Say hey to *insert dramatic drum roll here..*..... Amplify!

Throw🔙 to ’97 – Spice Girls ruled. Triple j was alt-rock central, and FReeZA was born. 

⏩⏩ Fast forward to now – music’s changed, but the vibe? STILL LOUD ‧₊˚🖇 ✩₊˚🎧⊹♡ 

Amplify = the next gen of youth led gigs, art and cultural events across Vic. 

Amplify (formerly Freeza) will continue playing a key role in delivering youth led music, cultural events and training opps to youngsters around Vic.

New face, same local crew providing that super valuable platform to experience, and play, live music! 💞🥰

📷 @wknd.creative
Entries are open for the 2025 COscars Youth Film C Entries are open for the 2025 COscars Youth Film Competition!!

Anyone aged 10-20 years in central Vic can enter.

Films will be screened at the 2025 COscars Film Festival in November at the Theatre Royal, Castlemaine. 

Categories: Snapshot (1 min); Short (1-5 mins); Short film (5-10 mins).

Entries close: Midnight, Sunday 2 November.

Competition entry forms and guidelines can be downloaded 
from our website 
www.mountalexandershireyouth.com.au

For more information contact our youth team at youth@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
There’s whispers on the grape vine that Mondo is There’s whispers on the grape vine that Mondo is back in April...

It’s true! *insert crowd applause here* 👏 👏

Mondo will be back in term 2 and raring to go 🎉

Head to out Linktree now to book your spot 🥰

Remember, if you’ve turned 15 years old since we saw you last year, it’s time to move to our Friday night Senior Mondo Lounge Program. 
Get in touch with us to see how we can make this a smooth transition for you ✨

Got a question? DM us 📨! Or reach out on contact details on our website. 

See you all next term ✌️
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