Number 86 Youth Centre
86 Cambridge Street
West Leederville

How the Centre operates

• A team of trained youth workers offers a range of services to young people through the Number 86 Youth Centre.
• The Centre focuses on developing opportunities for innovative, safe, youth-oriented recreation, leisure, cultural activities and participation.
• Youth workers can respond to individual crises and issues and provide information, referral and support on a range of issues.

Facilities

• Number 86 is a safe drop-in space for young people
• Pool table, air hockey, table tennis, TV/DVD/Video, stereo
• Beanbag Internet Centre offers free internet access and computer technologies

Programs

Workshops, activities and events through the year, including:

• School holiday workshops
• Music, Arts, Film Nights
• Leadership training and camps
• Urban arts projects
• Annual Youth Festival “Exposure”
• Film and media projects
• Computer gaming nights
• Skate clinics
• Coffee workshops
• First aid and special events

Opening Times

• Number 86 is open 12noon - 6pm Monday – Thursdays
• Late opening on Fridays from 5pm - 10pm

Contacts

Telephone: 9381 1996 / 9382 1651
Fax: 9382 1612

Cambridge Youth Advisory Council (YAC)

• A link between young people and local and state governments.
• Young people have input into local planning and development
• Input into State Government policy through the Office of Children and Young People's Policy.
• Membership is open to all aged 14 – 25 with a local area connection or interest
• Plays a strong role in developing local youth culture
• Art projects, music events and fundraising projects

Beanbag Internet Centre

• Located at Number 86 Youth Centre
• Internet access via three broadband linked computers
• Colour printer and scanner
• Basic instruction by Peer Educators
• Programmes include Microsoft XP, desktop publishing, video editing, photo imaging
• Free service to young people with nominal printing charges

Visit www.beanbag.net.au

Skate Facilities

Perry Lakes skate facility – a technically excellent facility for skaters of all ages and skill levels.

Location

Alderbury Reserve

Facilities

• Close to Perry Lakes attractions and surrounded by shaded areas suitable for spectators.
• An emergency telephone is provided with a direct link to emergency services in case of accidents.

Open Times

Skating is permitted during all daylight hours.

Programs

• Youth Services run regular skateboard and BMX clinics together with competitions and fun days.
• The wearing of protective gear is strongly recommended when using skate facilities and can be loaned from the youth centre for use in clinics and competitions