We had the best time across our BMX, Skate and Scooter clinics and competitions for the 2024 Season. Freestyle Now hosted six free skatepark coaching workshops for skateboard, scooter and BMX participants offering technical advice, trick tips, skill development and skatepark etiquette. Thank you to everyone that came down and made the events a success – see if you can spot yourself in the highlight video!
For more information call 9400 4929
We had the best time across our BMX, Skate and Scooter clinics and competitions for the 2024 Season. Thank you to everyone that came down and made the events a success – see if you can spot yourself in the highlight video!
Footage taken at Kinross Skate Park, Shepherds Bush Pump and Jump Track and Mirror Park Skate Park.
For more information call 9400 4929.
What is it?
Edge Youth Centre at Currambine Community Centre offers a range of creative programs and activities for young people as well as access to information, support and referral services from fully qualified Youth Workers.
Check out the Youth Services Facebook and Instagram pages for up-to-date information on Edge program dates and times.
Who is it for?
Young people aged 11 – 25 years (depending on program).
What’s on offer:
Music Edge
Music Studio, Production and Collaboration
FREE music studio and production services, drop-in space and jam space.
Music studio and production services facilitated by qualified music producers and include beat making, track recording, song writing, mix and more.
Drop-in space activities include board games, video games, cooking, art workshops and more.
Mondays, 3.30pm – 7.30pm
Ages 15 – 25
FREE
Edge Youth Centre
Currambine Community Centre
64 Delamere Ave
Contact
P: 9400 4223
E: Youth.Services@joondalup.wa.gov.au
Edge Youth Centre is located at 64 Delamere Ave, Currambine.
If you would like more information on our programs, subscribe to the Youth eNewsletter.
Follow the City of Joondalup Youth Services on Facebook or Instagram to keep up-to-date.
The monthly Youth eNewsletter includes the latest news, events and opportunities.
Please visit the Youth Services Membership Form on the City’s webpage.
What is it?Anchors Youth Centre offers a range of recreational and skill-based programs and activities for young people with access to information, support and referral services from fully qualified Youth Workers.
Anchors is home to the City’s Youth Event Series Holiday and Friday Night Drop In programs.
Check out the Youth Services Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date information on Anchors program dates and times.
Young people aged 11- 18 years (depending on program).
Young people & their guardians must complete a Youth Services Membership Form prior to attending Anchors.
If you would like more information on our programs – Subscribe to City of Joondalup eNewsletter (Youth).
Every Friday* 3.00pm – 7.00pm
Ages 11-18
Anchors Youth Centre (inside Heathridge Community Centre)
FREE
Anchors Friday Night Drop In gives young people access to youth workers and a range of recreational and skill based activities each week. Young people have the freedom to choose their own activities and the amount of time they spend at Friday Night Drop In.
To participate in Drop In, young people & their parents must complete a Youth Services Membership Form.
For more information call Youth Services on 9400 4000
Thursdays 4.00pm – 6.00pm
2 May – 20 June
$35 for eight week program
Online registration essential via Ticketbooth
Step into the captivating world of filmmaking as you embark on creating your very own short film!
With no prior experience needed, this course will guide you through the stages of movie production. From crafting scripts to understanding set processes, as well as using camera, lighting and audio equipment, you’ll gain practical skills in filmmaking with confidence.
For more information call Youth Services on 9400 4000
Located inside Heathridge Community Centre
Corner of Sail Terrace and Siren Road
Heathridge WA 6027
For more information contact Youth Services on 9400 4000.
The City of Joondalup’s Youth Services team coordinates a range of events, activities and services for young people aged 11 – 25 years.
As well as providing young people with positive activities they can get involved in, the City’s youth programs are also designed to:
For more information about the City of Joondalup’s Youth Services team please call 9400 4225.
Confidentiality means that the information you share with the City’s Youth Workers is private. Other professionals have no access to any of your records without your permission. The only exceptions to this rule of confidentiality are the following:
If you have any questions about confidentiality, please chat to a youth worker.
You can read more about the City’s privacy statement.
For information on all programs and services currently available, please follow the Youth Services Facebook page or subscribe to the Youth eNewsletter to be regularly updated.
Applications for the City of Joondalup Youth Awards 2023 are now OPEN and close on Friday 17 November 2023.
For further information contact the City’s Youth Projects Officer on 9400 4929 or youth.services@joondalup.wa.gov.au.
City of Joondalup Libraries host events for children every school holidays. The sessions are fun, interactive and educational. A variety of presenters and creative sessions are included.
Events are suitable for children aged five to 12 years. Each event costs $4.00 and must be paid online. Bookings are essential and open two weeks before the start of the holidays. Bookings can be made direct on the City’s events calendar.
Please note that it is library policy children aged 12 and under must have a parent or guardian remain in the library for the duration of the events.
To keep up to date with school holiday activities and other library events:
When a young person has a driver’s licence they have greater access to employment, training and leisure activities. The City has partnered with the RYDE program to offer accessible and supervised driving opportunities to young people aged between 16 and 25 in the northern corridor.
Young people can access the Joondalup RYDE Program to complete their 50 hours of supervised driving before receiving their provisional licence. Driving sessions (logbook hours only) are 90-minutes long and cost $15.00. Driving sessions start and finish at Joondalup Library. Some conditions apply.
| Step 1 | Do you meet the RYDE program criteria? | If you want to get involved as a participant, first see whether you fit the following criteria:
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| Step 2 | Get in contact with a RYDE Provider | Only a RYDE Provider can set you up as a participant of the program. Contact your nearest Provider and organise a sign-up appointment with one of their RYDE Support Workers. Make sure you bring the following information with you:
A list of RYDE Providers is available on the RYDE website. |
| Step 3 | Attend your sign-up appointment | Meet with your RYDE Support Worker. They will sight your learners permit and show you an induction video explaining more about the RYDE program. They will also answer any questions you have about the program.
Your Support Worker will set you up with an online profile on the RYDE website. This is what you will use to book sessions with in the future. |
| Step 4 | Book a RYDE assessment | Once your online profile has been set up by your RYDE Support Worker, you will need to book a “RYDE Assessment” with one of our partnered Driving School’s. Your RYDE Support Worker can help you find all Driving School’s contact details on your online RYDE account.
The RYDE Assessment is compulsory and evaluates whether you possess skills for basic vehicle operation, have an understanding of road rules and generally do not pose a significant risk to other road users. The RYDE Assessments cost approximately $70 (Driving School fees subject to change). You must pass the RYDE Assessment before you can access RYDE driving sessions. |
| Step 5 | Begin to book RYDE sessions | Once you have passed your RYDE Assessment the Driving School will approve your account and you can then book RYDE sessions through your online RYDE account.
RYDE driving sessions cost $15 for a 90 minute session. Sessions are paid for using “RYDE Credits” bought through your online RYDE account via PayPal. You must have a valid debit or credit card to purchase RYDE Credits. You can purchase via your existing PayPal account or as a guest. |
For more information head to the RYDE website or email ryde@joondalup.wa.gov.au
The Whitford Library foyer is being transformed by artist in residence, Sioux Tempestt. Sioux creates abstract, mural, sculptural and digital art and several of her large-scale murals can be found throughout Perth.
Community workshops were held with seniors, schools and children throughout June to develop concepts for the mural. In the next phase of the project, Sue will set up her workshop as Artist in Residence in the Whitford Library meeting room from Monday 27 June to Tuesday 21July.
Transcending creative disciplines Sioux creates abstract, mural, sculptural and digital art which meaningfully contributes to its context. Her work aims to create a narrative and connection as Sioux believes art plays an intrinsic contribution to our wellbeing, health, and happiness – more so now than ever.
Sioux is passionate about working with the community – young people in particular, mentoring and facilitating creative workshops for local governments and schools. She constantly pushes the boundaries of her practice to communicate and share her tremendous positivity and energy for life.
Large scale murals form part of Sioux’s practice and you’ll find several painted throughout Perth. Among other clients, Sioux has produced artistic projects for Curtin University, the City of Perth, the City of Melville, the City of Stirling, the City of South Perth, the City of Vincent, the Town of Victoria Park, the City of Subiaco, the Town of Claremont, Coles, Dale Alcock and Hawaiian.
Sioux has delivered 10 solo exhibitions and exhibited in numerous group shows. Among other achievements Sioux’s ‘Dirty Beats’ music video is an official selection of the 2022 Revelation Perth International Film Festival. Sioux received a Highly Commended, City of Bayswater Art Award, 2021; was a Finalist, City of Busselton Art Award, 2021; Finalist, Perth Royal Art Prize, 2019; Finalist, City of Rockingham Castaways Sculpture Awards, 2019; Finalist, Minnawarra Art Awards, 2021; Finalist, Town of Claremont Art Awards, 2021; Highly Commended, City of South Perth Emerging Artist Award 2018; Highly Commended, Town of Bassendean Visual Art Award 2018; Finalist, City of Joondalup 2018 Community Invitation Art Award.
Sioux is curator of the Darlington Arts Festival Sculpture on the Scarp 2022. Her work is held in public and private collections.
This project was made possible with assistance of DLGSCI and Lotterywest.
The City of Joondalup Outdoor Youth Recreation Strategy was adopted by Council in February 2021.
The City of Joondalup Outdoor Youth Recreation Strategy is a strategic document to inform the future provision and location of youth outdoor recreation facilities and to strategically plan for the rationalisation of existing facilities (where appropriate) and the possible future development of new facilities in line with community need.
Minecraft Engineers is a fun weekly club where children use creative mode to build in Minecraft. Come along and build amazing things with redstone whilst developing STEM skills.
| Day | Library |
| Monday | Whitford |
| Tuesday | Woodvale |
CoderDojo is a volunteer led, worldwide movement running free coding clubs (Dojos) for young people. Come along to learn how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, games and much more. CoderDojo makes development and learning to code a fun and sociable experience.
| Day | Library |
| Wednesday | Joondalup |
Check out the Social Story that the Autism Association of Western Australia have created to help children increase preparedness and have the best possible experience at CoderDojo.
To keep up to date with CoderDojo and other Library events and programs:
Young Artists are invited to showcase their work at the new City of Joondalup Libraries – Whitford Young Adult Art Space.
If you are a young artist (12 – 18 years old) who lives or goes to school in the City of Joondalup, or an art teacher who would like to showcase your students’ work, YAAS is for you.
Artworks will be displayed for up to two months and can be submitted by the artist or their teacher.
Guidelines and Submission form are available below.
The Youth Truck is a purpose-built mobile youth service offering a free drop in space for young people to hang out, socialise with peers and engage in various activities and workshops. The Youth Truck visits local parks within the City of Joondalup, as well as schools and community events. It is supervised by qualified youth workers.
Who is it for?
Young people aged 11-18 years.
Where to find us?
Monday – Juniper Park, Duncraig 3.00pm – 6.00pm.
Tuesday – Beldon Park, Beldon 3.00pm – 6.00pm.
Wednesday – Shepherds Bush Pump and Jump Track, Kingsley 3.00pm – 6.00pm.
Thursday – Kinross Skate Park, Kinross 3.00pm – 6.00pm.
Friday – Mirror Park Skate Park, Ocean Reef 5.30pm – 8.30pm.
What we can offer you
For information on what’s on offer, locations and hours of operation and eligibility requirements follow Youth Services on Facebook and Instagram or contact 9400 4905.
The City of Joondalup provides programs and services for young people during both the school term and school holidays.
The next Youth Event Series is just around the corner. Lots of fun activities are on offer, such as Adventure World, Powerplay, WA Museum, Hijinx Hotel and lots more.
The Summer Youth Event Series will be from Tuesday 2 April – Thursday 11 April 2024.
Registration will open for City of Joondalup residents on Monday 18 March, 12.00noon and for non-residents on Monday 25 March, 12.00noon.
Adventure World
Tuesday 2 April, 8.30am – 4.30pm
$45
11-18 years
Get ready for a jam-packed day at Adventure World. From an adrenaline rush on the Abyss roller coaster, zip down the water slides, or take a relaxing dip in the cool waters of the Lagoon – the choices are endless.
SOLD OUT
Youth All-Stars 3×3
MacDonald Park, Padbury
Wednesday 3 April, 1.00am – 6.00pm
3×3 Basketball Competition with prizes for ages 11 – 14
FREE for ages 11 – 17 to enjoy watching the basketball competition, DJ, amusements, BBQ, art activities, chill out space.
Registration for 3×3 Competition via Ticketbooth
Powerplay and Movies
Thursday 4 April, 8.45am – 4.30pm*
$35
11-18 years
Get ready to tear up the track at Powerplay. Here, the group will have the entire track booked out and carry out a racing tournament. After a lunch break at Whitford City Shopping Centre and see a movie at Event Cinema (movie title TBC). *Pick up time will be announced closer to the date of activity based on the movie session.
SOLD OUT
Barista Course and Lost Reality Escape Room
Monday 8 April, 8.30am – 3.30pm
$40
11 – 18 years
Head to Barista HQ in the morning to complete a Barista Course, where you will be awarded a certificate of attendance which you can put on your resume when applying for jobs! Stop for lunch at one of the many vendors along the road. Finish the day at Lost Reality Escape Room to conquer Ops Tokyo, Terminal Crisis, or Mystical Manor.
SOLD OUT
WA Museum and Art Jam
Tuesday 9 April, 8.30am – 3.30pm
$30
11 – 18 years
Spend the morning exploring all the wonders WA Museum Boola Bardip has to offer. After this, head back to Anchors Youth Centre where Art Jam will host a zine making workshop.
Book via Ticketbooth
Youth All-Stars 3×3
Tom Simpson Park, Mullaloo
Wednesday 10 April, 1.00am – 6.00pm
3×3 Basketball Competition with prizes for ages 14 – 17
FREE for ages 11 – 17 to enjoy watching the basketball competition, DJ, amusements, BBQ, art activities, chill out space.
Register for 3×3 Basketball Competition via Ticketbooth
Hijinx Hotel and Movies*
Thursday 11 April, 9.30am – 4.30pm
$35.00
11-18 years
SOLD OUT
Conquer the 10 challenge rooms the new Hijinx Hotel has to offer. After working your brain and body, enjoy a lunch break at Whitford City Shopping Centre before seeing a movie at Event Cinema. *Pick up time will be announced closer to the date of activity based on the movie session.
Drop off/pick up for most activities is at Anchors Youth Centre, Heathridge Community Centre (Google Maps: Heathridge Park, 16 Sail Tce, Heathridge).
Please note: Youth All-Stars 3×3 is an external event and drop off/pick up is located at Macdonald Park, Padbury and Tom Simpson Park, Mullaloo.
For information on all programs and services currently available, please follow the Youth Services Facebook page or subscribe to the Youth eNewsletter to be regularly updated with current information.
Meeting a published author, listening to their story, and finding out what makes them tick is a great way to spend an hour or two.
Libraries hold regular Meet the Author events and are proud to partner with Dymocks Joondalup to bring you a range of fascinating guest speakers and book launches. Libraries host local, national and international authors including high profile best-selling writers.
To keep up to date with Library events:
Join a club and spend your leisure time with like-minded people.
The City’s Community Directory lists useful information on local groups who meet to enjoy a variety of leisure activities, including:
If you would like to list your group in the Community Directory, please submit your details through the online form or call the Community Information Officer.
The City’s Community Directory has a great deal of useful information for parents. Search the Community Directory for:
If you would like to add your group, club or service to the Community Directory, please submit your details via the online registration form, or call the Community Information Officer.
Children’s Book Week is the annual celebration of children’s books and reading. Established in 1946, it is the longest running national literacy initiative in the country.
Each year, students and libraries from all over Australia spend a week celebrating Australian books, authors and illustrators. In addition, events hosted by the Libraries give children the opportunity to meet with their favourite authors and illustrators.
City of Joondalup Libraries will host Children’s Book Week events over two and a half weeks, from Thursday 8 August – Friday 23 August 2024. The theme for 2024 is: Reading is Magic.
If you attend library programs regularly, please check the events calendar for this period as some of our standard sessions may be cancelled due to Children’s Book Week events.
The City of Joondalup Libraries host a range of authors, illustrators and storytellers, to entertain and educate. This year we welcome the following talented presenters:
| Isobel Bevis | Josh Langley | Kristy Nita Brown | Tracey Dembo |
| Amy Dunjey | Sharon Giltrow | HM Waugh | Gabriel Evans * |
| Aśka | Renée Treml | Perform Education | Cameron the Magician |
* Please note, change of date when booking.
Find out more information about Children’s Book Week from the Children’s Book Council of Australia. The Children’s Book of the Year Award Notables List can be viewed on YouTube. The Shortlist announcement included some amazing Western Australian talent. The award winners will be announced on Friday 16 August 2024. For more details, visit The Children’s Book Council of Australia website.
We have a free online database of community groups, services and activities called the Community Directory. The Community Directory covers:
If you would like to add your group, club or service to the database, please submit your details via the online registration form, or call the Community Information Officer.
The City provides a dedicated information and events phone line for all your community related questions. Staff will answer or redirect your enquiry on anything to do with, or being hosted within, the City of Joondalup.
The 55+ Groups and Activities Guide is a printed booklet for older residents who are looking to make new social connections and find activities throughout the City of Joondalup.
The guide is available in all City Libraries and Customer Service Centres or by contacting the City’s Community Information Officer.
Events Program March – May 2024