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We strive to be a city where children and young people are valued, happy, healthy and safe and actively participate in our community. Boroondara Youth provides programs, services and events for young people who live, work, study or visit Boroondara.

Visit our Youth Hub

We are located at Level 1, 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn, next to the Hawthorn Arts Centre. Come and hang out with us from 12 pm (midday) to 6 pm (Monday to Friday), or from 10 am during school holidays.
Find out more about our Youth Hub
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Programs and support for young people

Join a youth program

Make friends, share your skills and connect with the community.
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Youth service professionals

Networks and programs for professionals who support young people.

TAC L2P learner drive mentor program

Join a program that pairs driving mentors with learner drivers to help them get enough driving experience to apply for their probationary licence.
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Help and support for young people

Find out how we can support you and information about other support services.
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Nominations now open

The Boroondara Youth Awards are a celebration of young people and organisations that support young people in Boroondara and the awards recognise young people’s role in contributing to a safer and more resilient community.
Nominate a young person, worker or youth organisation

Upcoming events for young people

See all events for young people
Free
Hawthorn Arts Centre

IDAHOBIT glitter party

17 May 2024, 3:30 pm
Free
Boroondara Youth Hub

Pride film screening

17 May 2024, 6:30 pm
Free
Lido Cinemas

Activities for young people

Bloom podcast

A podcast for young people by the young people of Boroondara.
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Gallery of Young Art

See what's on at our exhibition space for young artists.

Book the Studio

Book a session at our fully sound-proofed rehearsal space.
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News

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The art of an inclusive Boroondara

We’re celebrating the contributions people with disability make to our community as we get set to officially launch our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2024-2028 this May.
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Time to celebrate our neighbourhood houses

Neighbourhood House Week in May is a great time to visit your local neighbourhood house or community centre in person or online to see what they have to offer.
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Celebrating our LGBTQIA+ communities

On Friday 17 May, we recognise IDAHOBIT, also known as International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination.
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2024 Boroondara Eisteddfod: Your stage awaits!

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a budding artist, the Boroondara Eisteddfod is your chance to shine!

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Child safe policy

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