Youth Week grants on offer for Lake Mac events

Lake Macquarie City Council grants of up to $1500 are on offer for events and activities supporting Youth Week 2026.

Held 16-25 April, Youth Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of people aged 12-24 and is expected to include a host of activities across Lake Mac.

Previous instalments have featured colour run events, art workshops, songwriting contests, fitness sessions, youth festival and outdoor markets.

“We are open to any ideas that engage and celebrate our young people,” Manager Community Partnerships Matt Holloway said.

“Activities funded through the grants could see young people share ideas, attend live events, have their voices heard, showcase their talents or take part in competitions, but most importantly they should be positive and fun for those involved.”

Council will host a Youth Week Grants Workshop from 10-11:30am on Monday 3 November at the Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, umali barai-ku, at Booragul, to help guide applicants and ensure their plans align with Youth Week’s objectives.

“Supporting initiatives like Youth Week is part of Council’s draft Youth Strategy 2025–2029,” Mr Holloway said.

“It outlines a commitment to ensuring young people can participate in the city’s cultural life, gather in safe and inclusive environments and celebrate cultural diversity.”

Applications for Youth Week grants are open from 3 November to 19 December.

Go to lakemac.com.au for more information and to apply.