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And Youthtown Oamaru ESPECIALLY loves J. Williams. Why? Because he's set to take the stage in celebration of their official branch launch! Have you got your tickets?

Check out all the concert details below... Can't wait!

Urban Unity “Face Off” Challenge with Flava’s Pete Da Palagi versus Dr Fane @ Youthtown

Pete Da Palagi and Urban Unity are challenging Dr Fane to Face Off in some of Youthtown’s signature programmes.  With four challengers who will come out on top?  Who’s going to claim bragging rights – cut it up on court for the BBall challenge, bring it to the dance floor, inspire with artistic stylings and just muscle out the competition on the Aquarun. 

PDP and Dr Fane need to recruit four team mates to take the challenge. If you are 13-18, listen out for your chance to join the team. This event has been focused on Youthtown's motto “Physical, Creative and Social” experiences. Check us out on http://www.facebook.com/pages/Youthtown-Central/137492736282175

Youthtown would like to extend a warm welcome to Penny Jones, our new branch manager for Youthtown Upper Hutt!

Youthtown has been operating since 2007 in Upper Hutt and is now close at capacity at its current venue at Maidstone Pavilion. We’re now at the stage where we can hire a dedicated branch manager for the first time, as well as shop around for a larger venue. Up to 80 young people take part in school holiday and after-school programmes in the city and, with Penny’s leadership, there’s so much more we can do!

Penny joins Youthtown after a challenging role ensuring the smooth running of four North Island branches for CanTeen, a not-for-profit organisation that assists young people with cancer. Penny will continue to build on Youthtown’s close partnership with the Upper Hutt City Council (UHCC) on joint Activation programmes, which aim to increase the participation Upper Hutt youth in a wide range of recreational activities such as physical, social and creative experiences.  

Penny and Youthtown will keep you posted as to our search for larger premises in the city. Watch this space!

Youthtown wants you to hit the road and pass your learners (without even breaking a sweat)!

Starting next Monday, Urban Unity is running a series of driving workshops to give you all the tools and confidence you need to sit your learner driving license with ease!

WORKSHOP DATES:

• Monday, 26 July, 5pm - 6.30pm
• Monday, 2 August, 5pm - 6.30pm
• Monday, 9 August, 5pm - 6.30pm
• Monday, 16 August, 5pm - 6.30pm
• Monday, 23 August (if required), 5pm - 6.30pm

Please note, a minimum of 90% attendance is required for successful completion.

Head to the Paperwork page for registration details or email dionne@youthtown.org.nz

Youthtown is now up and running in Oamaru! Find out all about Youthtown in Oamaru now!

That's right folks! Only four days of school holiday fun left.

So what are your after school plans next term? If you're stuck for ideas, there's still space left in our after school care programmes at Youthtown Central, North Shore, Panmure and Upper Hutt.

Here's a taste of what the Youthtown Central team will be up to:

Special workshops - story telling, flax weaving!

Clubs and open activities - homework club, carpentry go kart club, intermediate club, trash to fashion club and guitar club (that's just to name a few)!

Special events - survivor sleepover and the clip n' climb excursion

So what are you waiting for?! Hit our paperwork section to register now!

Youthtown Taupo is shreddin' the Whakapapa slopes this week. Keen to join in? Whether you're a total beginner or a pro in the snow, there's a range of programmes to ensure you have a great time.

The team will be travelling to the slopes this Tuesday and Thursday. What's cooler than cool is the fact these trips won't break the bank (because we don't want you to spend all your pocket money at once)!

Head to the Taupo page for all the deets... Hope you can join in!

And Youthtown Oamaru ESPECIALLY loves J. Williams. Why? Because he's set to take the stage in celebration of their official branch launch!

We're these tickets are going to fly out the door, so the sooner you snag yours, the better!

Check out all the concert details below... Can't wait!

Click here for more information on Oamaru

Are you New Zealand’s next Peter Jackson or up-and-coming Anna Paquin? If so, the Short Film Challenge could be your stepping stone to stardom!

Run every year, the Short Film Challenge gives budding film makers, actors and actresses a chance to shine on the silver screen. From scriptwriting and producing to acting, directing and editing, it’s a great chance to dabble in the film industry.

Click on the below video to learn more about the Short Film Challenge and head to http://www.youthtown.org.nz/paperwork.html for registration details and competition conditions.