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Defrosted Events are a group of young people aged 14–25 who organise music, art and cultural events across the Yarra Ranges.
We’re a FReeZA committee - a Victorian Government initiative that gives young Victorians the opportunity to lead the planning and staging of live music and cultural events. The events are accessible for people of all ages and abilities, and drug, smoke and alcohol free.
Apply now to join the Defrosted Events new Belgrave Committee! Our first meeting is on the 6th of June from 4:30-6pm in Belgrave Hub.
Can't get to Belgrave? Don't let that stop you from applying - we can drive you! The Youth Team Minibus can take passengers from Lilydale to Belgrave and back.
You will have the opportunity to:
You can learn new skills in:
The events you'll be supported to run might include:
Our committee members:
First groups on:
More dates to come!
In person at the Belgrave Community Hub:
1616/1624 Burwood Hwy
Belgrave VIC 3160
An awards night to celebrate the achievements of young people in the Yarra Ranges.
Location: Mooroolbark Community Centre
Date: 7th December, 2022
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
A formal for young people (Yrs 7-12) of the LGBTQIA+ community and all their allies! In partnership with Lilydale Youth Hub.
Date: 15th October, 2022
Time: 6pm-9pm
More info: Coming soon!
Baker Boy is touring regional Victoria and coming to the Memo in Healesville for two shows only! Co-presented with Oonah Belonging Place.
Location: The Memo, Healesville
Date: September 2nd – 3rd , 2022
Time: 7:30pm-9:30pm
More info here
In partnership with Belgrave Traders Association and with over 10,000 attendees, we showcased a line-up of artists on the big stage and arranged a market of stallholders in the main carpark.
A full day of live music, creative workshops and interactive art spaces held at Burrinja Cultural Centre in Upwey.
The Chats and Teenage Joans headlined this awesome live concert, and were supported by St.Emerald and Dewey.
A roving festival of live music performances and dance workshops across the Yarra Ranges. One week, 8 towns, 11 events!
Video recorded conversations between LGBTQIA+ young people in Yarra Ranges and LBTQIA+ staff at Yarra Ranges Council.
Watch the full series here.
A picnic styled music festival held at Lillydale Lake
Date: 19th March 2023
Time: 4:00-7:00pm
In partnership with Belgrave Traders Association, we will be presenting a range of musicians to perform in the Hayes Street carpark in Belgrave.
Date: 24th June 2023
Time: 5:00-8:00pm
We can be flexible with the application process so if you would prefer to talk it through, just give us a call or email. Got questions? Call 9294 6716 or email youth@yarraranges.vic.gov.au Join Defrosted Events
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