What we do

Youth Council

The Youth Council a group of 15 young people who are responsible for the establishment and review of a Youth Strategy and Action Plan, which will set out the priorities and actions for young people to lead with the support of Council across their two-year term.

Nillumbik Youth Productions

Find out the Nillumbik Youth Productions

Nillumbik Youth Maker Lab

Afterschool program for young people aged 10 to 18, to drop in, hang out, meet new people and take part in free tech activities within a supported environment.

TAC L2P Program

Our L2P program helps young people in Nillumbik Shire who are having difficulties getting their 120 hours of driving before they can apply for their licence.

Nillumbeats

The Nillumbeats FReeZA Committee is made up of young people who lead the planning and staging of a range of music, arts and cultural events in the local community for other young people in Nillumbik.

Nillumbik Youth In Action

Are you 15-25? Want to make change in the community while making new friends? We're looking for young people to join Nillumbik Youth In Action!

School Holiday Activities

Stay up to date with our events and activities coming up during school holidays.

School support

Support and information for local primary and secondary schools in Nillumbik.

Community Workshops and Presentations

Workshops and presentations presented by Nillumbik Shire Council for local community groups, schools and organisations working with young people in Nillumbik.

Skateboard, scooter and BMX

Find out about our skate, scooter and BMX events, competitions and clinics

Community art

Find out about our community art projects, such as street artist workshops run by well-known artists.

Local festivals

We are always looking for enthusiastic young people aged 12-25 to help organise and run events at local festivals. Find out how you can get involved.

Youth Week

Victorian Youth Week is a week-long celebration of young people (aged 12–25) that happens every April. Showcasing more than 100 youth-focused activities, projects and events across the state, Youth Week provides a space for young people to express their ideas and views, and act on issues that affect their lives.

Youth Development Grants

If you are running a project or project that engages young people, you might be eligible for one of Council's Community Grants.

Student placement and volunteering

Find out how we support young people through work experience, student placement and volunteer opportunities.

Banyule Nillumbik Youth Services Network (BNYSN)

Environment

Find out about community facilities, services and programs that help protect the environment.

Nillumbeatz Song Competition

Nillumbeatz is a youth song writing competition giving young people the opportunity to express themselves through song.

The Creative Collective

The Creative Collective is a youth art competition giving young people the opportunity to express themselves through creativity. This year’s theme is ‘Unmasked’, highlighting the current impact that COVID-19 and social isolation is having on young people.

Leadership Programs

Nillumbik community has a number of leadership programs for young people aged 12-25 who live, work or study within Nillumbik Shire Council.