Youth Services

Ashfield Council provides a range of events and programs for local young people aged between 12-24 years old. These include: 

  • Youth Zone - Weekly drop in space for young people
  • Youth Committee
  • Youth Week events
  • School Holiday Program
  • Ashfield Youth Theatre
  • Information on other local youth services

 Use the navigation bar on the left hand side of this page to find out more. You may also find out more information about programs for 12-24 year olds under Library: Young People.

Local Youth Services - Wesley Youth Outreach

In 1999, Council formed a partnership with Wesley/Dalmar Youth Services, in order to address the needs of local young people. Since 1999 Council has contributed funds towards the employment of 2 Youth Workers to work specifically work within the Ashfield Municipality. The Youth Outreach Workers (both male and female) always wear an identifiable blue shirts with the logo "Street Outreach". The workers have an arrangement with local high schools to be available on various days for students during lunch breaks. The Youth Workers try to be available at local spaces and areas that young people are likely to access. Therefore they can often be seen at Ashfield train station, the mall, pool hall and the Skate Park at Summer Hill. The workers also have a mini-van, where they are able to assist young people getting to various appointments as well as providing information and often informal sporting games at Darrell Jackson Gardens, Summer Hill.

For assistance or further information about this program please call the Youth Outreach Workers on 9799 2785.  

Helpful Links and Contacts

 Accommodation:

  • Under 18yrs Emergency Accommodation Line: 9318 1531
  • Over 18yrs Homeless Persons Information: 1800 234 566

Drugs and Alcohol:

  • Alcohol & Drugs Information Service (ADIS): 1800 250 015 (Free call)

 Legal Help:

  • Under 18yrs Legal Aid Hotline: 1800 101 810
  • Marrickville Legal Centre: 9559 2899

Mental Health:

Sexual Health and Sexuality: