Published on Thursday, 29 January 2026 at 4:27:55 PM
The City of Busselton’s Youth Services team is entering an exciting new chapter, with a refreshed layout of the Youth and Community Activities Building designed to better support young people within the community.
The thoughtful reconfiguration will enable an expanded range of music, art and technology programs, transforming the building into a dynamic hub where creativity, learning and skill development can thrive.
A key feature and meaningful addition of the refreshed space is the inclusion of a dedicated quiet room designed to support individuals with sensory needs. This calm, low-stimulus environment ensures the building remains welcoming and inclusive, providing a space for participants to take time out when needed during busy activities.
The updated layout will also enable more specialised programming, supported through the City’s partnership with Rio Tinto. Late last year, the City renewed its agreement with Rio Tinto, securing additional funding to deliver new, customised programs tailored to the needs of young people. Once the new layout is complete, Youth Services will dedicate each Tuesday to targeted upskilling and workshop opportunities, giving young people the chance to deep-dive into areas such as work readiness, digital media, creative arts and emerging technologies.
Opening hours have also been reviewed to better meet community needs. The Centre is expected to extend its opening hours: Wednesday to Friday from 3.30pm to 6.00pm, providing a safe and engaging after-school environment; and on Saturdays from 11.00am to 3.00pm to create further opportunities for hands-on learning, collaboration and community connection.
City of Busselton Mayor Phill Cronin said: “The refreshed space reflects the City’s commitment to supporting young people as their needs evolve.”
“The City is fortunate to have a dedicated Youth Services team, along with continued support from Rio Tinto, who are focused on helping to create meaningful opportunities for young people. The refreshed Busselton Youth and Community Activities Building, together with extended opening hours, will provide an inspiring and inclusive space where young people can explore their passions, develop new skills and feel supported. A true creative hub that fosters growth and belonging.”
To accommodate these changes, from 1 March 2026, the Youth and Community Activities Building will no longer be offered as a hireable indoor venue. To explore alternate indoor venues for hire, visit the City’s website.
Objectives outlined in this statement are aligned with the City of Busselton’s Council Plan (2024 - 2034) Key Theme Lifestyle – Our community is safe, welcoming and inclusive, with access to services and facilities to support good health and wellbeing.
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