Council Programs

Mondo Lounge Youth Space

Mondo Lounge is a hangout space that offers free activities, workshops and training opportunities for young people aged 12–25 years.

Drop in to get involved or for a cuppa with mates!

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Eight Metre Speaker- Freeza Committee

Eight Metre Speaker is a committee of young people that develop, plan and run events for 12- 25 year olds in Mount Alexander Shire. The events run can range from live music gigs, skate and BMX competitions, festivals, underage dance events, to film screenings and art exhibitions.

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Young Makers Market

The Young Makers Market is an opportunity for young people to express their creativity.

Young people aged 10-25 can come and sell their homemade food, horticulture, cosmetics, art and crafts and more. Products have to have created or altered yourself!

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Youth Advisory Group (YAG)

The Youth Advisory Group is a group of local young people that provide input into Council decisions, strategies and plans and help Council better engage with youngsters.

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Quick Response Youth Grants

Mount Alexander Shire Council offers young people grants of up to $1,000 for projects that improve skills, opportunities and outcomes for young people.

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Mount Alexander Shire Youth Awards

The Mount Alexander Youth Awards are held every two years and are a celebration of local young people who live, work, study or play in the shire. The awards aim to recognise and highlight the work young people are doing and the contributions they make to the wider community.

Nominate an outstanding young person for the 2024 Mount Alexander Shire Youth Awards now!

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🏳️‍🌈 Over the Rainbow Committee 🏳️‍🌈

Mount Alexander Shire Council’s Over the Rainbow Committee (OTR) is a committee of young people that develop, plan and deliver youth LGBTQIA+ events, programs, consultations and training opportunities for 12-25 year olds residing in Mount Alexander Shire. The committee also act in an advocacy / advisory role for Mount Alexander Shire Council and other external organisations for matters relating to, and affecting, the LGBTQIA+ youth community.