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About the Youth Centre

The Rockingham Youth Centre (RYC) is a safe and inclusive space for young people aged 12-24 years (the month they turn 12) to drop in and get involved. Programs and workshops are held during school term and holidays and are targeted at a variety of age ranges. If a young person is needing support, information, referral to a service provider or access to a PC or Wi-Fi, they are welcome to drop-in anytime during our operating hours and speak with one of our team members.

Our vision is for young people to feel engaged, encouraged and empowered to build a lifelong connection to the community. Our mission is to create a supportive environment for young people, aged 12-24 years. Rockingham Youth Centre provides a safe and inclusive space filled with diversity, fun and comfort. We aim to engage, support and inspire young people, through the provision of social, recreational and educational opportunities in hope of improving overall mindset and wellbeing.

The City of Rockingham is committed to fostering accessibility and inclusivity within its facilities for all community members, including individuals living with disability. To assist individuals with disability in navigating and using the Rockingham Youth Centre, a comprehensive map of the centre’s ground floor has been developed. It highlights key features such as sensory spaces, lighting conditions, restroom facilities, noise levels, and accessible pathways.
 

Accessibility Map - Rockingham Youth Centre

 

Where are we?

The Rockingham Youth Centre is located on MacKinnon Street in Rockingham. Our operating hours are Monday to Friday, 10am to 5.30pm daily. 

You can contact us on 9591 0836, at youthcentre@rockingham.wa.gov.au or follow us on Instagram @rockinghamyouthcentreopens in a new window.

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20 MacKinnon Street, Rockingham

Who are we?

Our Youth Centre team is committed to assisting the social, emotional, psychological and physical development of young people aged 12-24 years by providing a professional youth-friendly service addressing the needs of young people.

Youth Workers are available for information, support, referral and advocacy, individual case management, groups and programs. Community Development Officers are available for early intervention and prevention workshops, information sessions and forums and community events in local education and community settings for young people aged 12-24.

Youth Workers

Our Youth Workers provide support, advocacy, referrals, information, and case management for young people aged 12-24 who live or study in Rockingham.

Our service is designed to focus on short-term goals, aiming to achieve meaningful outcomes within a six-session timeframe. Sessions run for 45 minutes to one hour, are held fortnightly, and are available by appointment only from Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm, at the Rockingham Youth Centre.

Young people who require additional support after completing their initial six sessions are welcome to reapply; however, this may be subject to referral wait times.

Please note: While our Youth Workers can assist with referrals to appropriate mental health services, we do not provide therapeutic or long-term counselling.

Our Youth Workers can assist with a variety of topics, including:

  • training/education support (e.g. short courses, TAFE, university)
  • alternative education pathways (e.g. Alta-1, SMYL)
  • employment assistance (e.g. resume writing, interview skills)
  • life skills support (e.g. budgeting, utilities, obtaining identification)
  • accessing community resources (e.g. food, clothing, legal support)
  • housing and accommodation support (e.g. finding or maintaining housing, emergency accommodation)
  • future planning (e.g. career goals, life planning)
  • linking to mental health services (e.g. research, introductions, external referrals)
  • support with transitions (e.g. school-to-work, care-to-independence, engaging with community programs or activities).

If you’re interested in applying for Youth Work support, please complete the RYC Youth Worker Referral Form below and email it to youthcentre@rockingham.wa.gov.au.

Referral Form

Community Development Officers

Our Community Development Officers provide young people aged 12-24 years and their families with early intervention and prevention workshops, information sessions, activities, programs and community events, both at RYC and throughout the Rockingham area.
 
Workshops and information sessions cover a variety of topics including:
  • mental health
  • suicide prevention
  • resilience
  • sexual health
  • drug and alcohol use
  • transition to high school
  • youth life skills
  • education and employment.

Rockingham Youth Centre Membership

RYC memberships are for young people aged 12–24 years. Membership is free and it enables young people to book into our programs each school term and school holidays.
 
To become a member, please complete the RYC Membership form. Alternatively, you can complete a form in person with a staff member. 

Membership Form

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Rockingham Youth Reference Group

The Rockingham Youth Reference Group (RYRG) is a group of young people aged 14-24 years who contribute to the success of the RYC by providing input into programming, events and advocacy. They act as a reference group on behalf of young people in Rockingham, contributing to the RYC and across the City of Rockingham.

Members have the opportunity to develop their advocacy and leadership skills, meet likeminded young people, gain an understanding of how local government operates, and develop event and project planning skills. Recruitment for new members occurs every two years, with a yearly review. See the Role Statement below for further information on recruiting for the RYRG.

For more information, please contact the Rockingham Youth Centre on 9591 0836 or youthcentre@rockingham.wa.gov.au.

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What's on

The programs and services at Rockingham Youth Centre focus on building resilience in young people, supporting young people to achieve their aspirations and celebrating the positive contribution that young people make in the community.
 
To see what programs and workshops the City holds throughout the year for young people, head to our youth events and activities page. Information on early intervention and prevention workshops, information sessions and forums, and community events is available here, on our Facebook pageopens in a new window, or the City's What’s On Calendar. 
 
For more information on any of our programs and services, or to book in for an activity, please contact us on

Program information

Can I hire a room?

The Rockingham Youth Centre is a multi-functional facility designed by and for young people. The City is committed to activating the centre to its full potential. We invite service providers working with local young people to use the space for support/counselling services, workshops and relevant youth events.
 
Dedicated spaces can be booked on a casual or ongoing basis.
 
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RoomCapacityCommercial feesNon-commercial fees
Kwilena98$25 per hour or $100 per day$20 per hour or $80 per day
Widi38$20 per hour or $80 per day$15 per hour or $60 per day
Yonkga50No feeNo fee
Karak35No feeNo fee
Djidi Djidi20No feeNo fee
Kwenda3No feeNo fee
Koomal2No feeNo fee
Boodalong15No feeNo fee

Commercial

  • Any department, agency or instrumentality of the State of Commonwealth or any statutory body;
  • Any company or body corporate other than as association incorporated under the Associations Incorporations Act 1987; or
  • Any individual intending to use the hired facility for profit or gain.

Non-commercial

  • Any person or body other than a commercial hirer.
 
Bookings can be made through the Youth Centre Administration Officer on 9591 0836 or at youthcentre@rockingham.wa.gov.au.

Room Hire Information

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Mailing address
PO BOX 2142, Rockingham DC WA 6967

Phone
(08) 9528 0333

Email
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