Geelong Youth

07/06/2026

🌟Looking for connection, support and a place to belong?
Come and try Young Parents Connect (YPC), a welcoming space for parents aged 18 to 25 to connect and share.
Bring your little one along or come solo, meet new people, and hang out at The Nest Youth Hub. 💛

When: Thursday 11th, 18th and 25th of June
Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm
Location: The Nest Youth Hub – 17 Gheringhap Street, Geelong

Please call or text Steph on 0484 191 467 if you’re interested just to get a couple of details.

06/06/2026

Starting next week!

The arTikulate program is a series of workshops using theatre and performance to investigate their experiences of the online world. Over four sessions, young people aged 11-14 years are invited to participate in games, activities, improv and performances fuelled by their own ideas and experiences of how online culture affects them.

Guided by Kate and Jason, they will look at things like meme culture, the manosphere, looksmaxxing, and deepfakes, along with the many great things that the online world brings. How do they keep the good parts, like connection and belonging, and avoid the stuff they don’t want to be part of?

The series will begin with an intro session where, through group discussions, theatre games and activities, they will look at experiences of the online world: the good, the bad and the cringe. They’ll use improv and theatre games to practice flipping the script, speaking out, and staying true to themselves.
In the longer sessions, they will work together to create scenes, sketches and short videos that explore the drama and humour, fun and not-so-fun aspects of the online world.

Find out more and book online - link in bio!

05/06/2026

🎶Got an Instagram account but no posts? Learn how to make quick and easy content!

📅 Friday 12th June
⏰ 4-6pm
📍 The fOrT Youth Centre, Corner of St Georges and Melbourne Road, Corio, 3214
💲Free, just Drop In!

Want more information? Contact Emily!
📞 0434 697 646 or 5272 5272
📧 [email protected] or [email protected]

04/06/2026

Geelong Underground Battle of the Bands!

You are invited to dress in your finest masquerade attire and get ready to dance along to your favourite local music. Guests have a chance to win a prize for best dressed, bring a mask or use one of the ones provided.

Headlined by the 2025 Battle of the Bands winner, .band!
Who will be unmasked as the winner?
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✩ Esther Jen
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✩ .shore.shore
✩ .band

📅 Saturday 11th July
⏰ Doors at 1pm
📍 The Barwon Club, 509 Moorabool Street, South Geelong VIC 3220. Enter via Little Fyans Street
💲 FREE! Registration required, link in our bio

This all-ages event is drug, alcohol, smoke and v**e free with no pass outs (if you leave, you can't come back in).

04/06/2026

03/06/2026

You spoke - We listened 👂

The Nest is now open during the day from 1-3pm on Tuesdays and Fridays during Term 2!
Come along for our usual Drop-In vibes, at a time that suits you.

FREE food, gaming, pool tables, and activities provided!

📅 Tuesdays and Fridays
⏰ 1-3pm
📍 The Nest Youth Hub, 17 Gheringhap Street, Geelong

Want more information? Contact our team:
📞 5272 5272
📧 [email protected]

03/06/2026

🌈 PRIDE MONTH Q&A PANEL TOMORROW 🌈

Join us for an inspiring evening of conversation, connection, and community as we hear from 6 young LGBTIQA+ people sharing their lived experiences, journeys, challenges, and triumphs.
Featuring a panel of current and former GASP participants, this event is an opportunity to learn, ask questions, celebrate diverse identities, and hear firsthand how community and safe spaces can make a difference.

🎤 Live performance by Kitty Beach
🗣️ Panel discussion and audience Q&A
🍕 Free food provided
🤝 Meet new people and connect with community
📅 Thursday 4th of June
⏰ 3:30pm – 5:00pm
📍 The Nest Youth Hub

Scroll to see the panel!!!

Whether you're part of the LGBTIQA+ community, an ally, or simply curious to learn more, everyone is welcome.

Book your free ticket via the link in our bio.

02/06/2026

Espresso Basic Coffee Skills ☕
Master the art of coffee making and join UpskillED for this FREE non-accredited short course.

You will learn:
☕ different coffee types
⚙️ How to operate an espresso machine
🥛 Basic milk steaming and texturing

Date: Wednesday, 1 July
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: The Gordon – Geelong City Campus
Registrations required, email [email protected]

Click the link in our bio, for more information about UpskillED programs.

30/05/2026

🚭 World No To***co Day (May 31)

Let’s be real — va**ng isn’t “harmless” 🚫

Ni****ne can impact your mood, focus, and mental wellbeing — especially while your brain is still developing 🧠

This World No To***co Day (May 31), we’re backing young people to say NO to smoking and va**ng

Whether it’s sport, music, study, or just hanging with mates — life hits better without ni****ne.

💬 Thinking about quitting? Take the first step today
👉 Local resources and support options in bio
📞 Quitline: 13 78 48
🌐 quit.org.au

You’ve got this 💪

***coDay

30/05/2026

Pride Short Films Night 🎥🌈

Come along to the Nest and help celebrate Pride Month with a screening of 5 short films:
The History of the Carabiner
Clover
MASKED
Still Me
Fourteen and Nine Months

Popcorn included!

📅 Tuesday 9th June
⏰ 3:30-5pm
📍 The Nest Youth Hub, 17 Gheringhap Street, Geelong

Want more information? Contact our team:
📞 5272 5272
📧 [email protected]