Young People
The City is dedicated to supporting young people access a range of opportunities to grow and participate in their community.
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NEW Youth Newsletter – Coming Soon!
Subscribe to the newsletter specifically for young people 12-25 and keep up to date with the latest youth events, programs and opportunities available to young people in the City of Armadale.
It’s easy to subscribe - and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Subscribe here - mailchi.mp/armadale/youth-newsletter-sign-up
Armadale Youth Advisory Council
The Armadale Youth Advisory Council ( AYAC ) is made up of young people aged 12-20 years with a passion for making the City of Armadale a great place for young people to live.
AYAC members currently meet fortnightly on Monday afternoons for informal meetings, facilitated by a City of Armadale Community Development Officer, to connect and discuss issues affecting young people.
AYAC allows young people to:
Connect regularly with other community-minded young people
Discuss issues they see in the community and brainstorm possible ways to help
Find out what services and programs are available for young people in the area
Actively share information on services and programs with their schools and other young people
Attend community events where they can engage with the community, and host activities for young people
Provide City staff and community organisations with input on projects affecting young people
Be involved in their local community and represent their peers in a positive way
Young people who are interested in joining the Armadale Youth Advisory Council ( AYAC ) are encouraged to complete the Application Form below. Your information will be kept confidential.
Armadale Youth Advisory Council (AYAC) Application Form 2026
Any questions can be directed to the Community Development team on 08) 9394 5642 or by email at csadministration@armadale.wa.gov.au
Things to do - youth activities
City of Armadale runs many fun and educational activities suited to young people.
There are a variety of games and creative workshops at our four public libraries, including our dedicated Youth Space at Piara Waters Library.
Let's Chill Armadale is a fun, youth-focused event held in Memorial Park at the end of Term 1.
The City delivers programs focussing on arts and sports throughout the year.
The City also contracts community groups and local businesses to provide services to address the City’s Social Priority of Valuing Young People.
What's coming up...
Chill and Create with Pride
The Youth Pride Network are hosting a welcoming and creative space for LGBTIQA+ young people aged 14–20 years, and their allies.
Whether you're bringing friends or making new ones, it’s all about creativity, connection, and good vibes.
This session is FREE and there’s no need to register – just turn up!
Wednesday 4 November 2026 | 4.00pm - 5.45pm
Kelmscott Library Meeting Room
Download flyer here
Any questions, call 9394 5638 or email CSAdministration@armadale.wa.gov.au
MyDale Music Program
FREE sessions for aspiring musicians, singers and songwriters aged 12 to 25!
Thanks to funding from Healthway WA, the MyDale Music program provides young people in the City of Armadale with a safe space to explore their identity, make new social connections, develop music skills and build self-esteem, supported by the team from Chop Street Music.
MyDale Jam Sesh - A space for young musicians to network and build relationships with like-minded young people, supported by experienced mentors from Chop Street Music.
Every Monday for 10 weeks
When: 12 October to 14 December 2026, 4pm to 7pm
Where: Harold King Community Centre, Grovelands Drive Camillo
MyDale Song Lab - A space for young musicians to connect with other young musicians while learning from local singer/songwriter mentors from Chop Street Music Productions.
Every Wednesday for 10 weeks
When: 14 October to 16 December 2026, 4pm to 7pm at
Where: Armadale Arena Recreation Centre, 4 Townley Street Armadale
Register here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKtdTwov5exZyNtqV-FyE2kB3zmmPqyBPqNSLVjH146U03vQ/viewform?pli=1
Freestyle Now at Gwynne Park Skatepark
Freestyle Now are returning to Gwynne Park Skatepark!
Freestyle Now has been awarded a City of Armadale Social Priority Service Agreement to deliver open coaching sessions for young people to learn skills in Freestyle BMX, Skateboarding, Scooters and Roller Skates!
When: Every second Wednesday from 14 October 2026 to 23 June 2027, from 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Where: Gwynne Park Skatepark – cnr Townley St & Forrest Rd Armadale
These sessions are FREE!
Follow Freestyle Now on Facebook
or go to their website
Tuesday Street Yarning - The City of Armadale is supporting Hope Community Services to deliver additional Street Yarning sessions at Gwynne Park Skatepark every Tuesday afternoon for 18 weeks.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 3 to 5pm
Where: Gwynne Park Skate Park, cnr Forrest Rd and Townley St, Armadale
See these and other activities are coming up on the City’s ‘What’s On’ page below.
Let's Chill Armadale! Youth Event
Let’s Chill Armadale! is an annual inclusive and accessible youth event, held at the end of Term 1 with the theme of ‘Celebrating and Supporting Our Young People’.
This event invites young people aged 12 to 25 years to come together, enjoy free food and activities and connect with the community organisations who support young people in our area.
Youth Services Directory and Hardship Resource Directory
Looking for services who support young people in the City of Armadale? See the City of Armadale Youth Services Directory.
An all-of-community Hardship Resource is also available for families and individuals seeking support.
Youth Survey
At the end of 2024, the Community Development team completed a youth survey with the aim of capturing the voices of young people living and studying in the City of Armadale.
A youth-specific survey had not been completed by the City since 2008, and updated data was needed to support advocacy and future program planning.
A total of 472 responses were received from young people in our community aged 12 to 25 years.
To download a copy of the report click below:.
Humans of Armadale - Youth Edition
Based on the famous ‘Humans of New York’ project, the City of Armadale’s ‘Humans of Armadale’ series has resulted in a rich collection of stories from our residents.
In 2023 the City of Armadale, along with Centre for Stories, captured the raw and authentic experiences of young people in the Armadale community.
With the guidance of local artist Julie Fearns-Pheasant, students from Armadale Senior High School, Cecil Andrews College, Harrisdale Senior High School and Kelmscott Senior High School had the opportunity to create a visual self-portrait using acrylic paint on canvas. Exploring themes such as individuality, identity, family, friendship, passion and nature, the students engaged in conversational interviews with Luisa Mitchell from Centre for Stories, about what it is like being a young person living in the City of Armadale.
Click here to see My Art - My Armadale
Armadale Youth Network
The City facilitates and chairs the Armadale Youth Network (AYN) made up of staff from key stakeholders who work with young people in the Armadale area. The purpose of the AYN is to develop a shared knowledge of community service provision in the area, offer support, share ideas, discuss opportunities for partnerships and share information on upcoming projects and services.
The AYN aims to improve service delivery and outcomes for young people in our community.
If you are an organisation that works with young people in the City of Armadale and would like to join the AYN or find out about AYN initiatives, please contact CSAdministration@armadale.wa.gov.au or phone 9394 5642.