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Youth Drop-In Centre

Our Youth Drop-In Service is a safe and supportive place for young people aged 12–24.

Our Youth Drop-In Service, located within the Fairfield Youth & Community Centre, is a safe and supportive place for young people aged 12–24. Run by our skilled Youth and Family Support Specialists, it offers free access to sports, activities, tailored support, as well as a welcoming space to socialise and have fun. 

Location & Hours

Fairfield Youth & Community Centre
55 Vine Street, Fairfield NSW 2165

Open Monday to Thursday
3pm–6pm

What you’ll find at the Youth Drop-in Service

  • State-of-the-art sports facilities: Basketball, soccer, volleyball, touch football, trampolining, table tennis, and more
  • Games and activities: Pool tables, foosball, board and card games, arcade machines, free Wi-Fi, and computer access
  • Individual support: Friendly Youth Support Specialists available for guidance and case management
  • Employment help: Every Wednesday, our team can guide you on how to search for jobs, enrol in courses, prepare for interviews, or create your resume.
  • Workshops: We run workshops that support Young People to develop their skills and help build connection to their peers. These can include Barbering Workshops, Drumming classes and employment and career related workshops.  

Registration Process

Drop in and speak with a staff member at reception to get started. 

  • Under 18s: A short registration form will need to be completed on your first visit. A parent or guardian must also sign a waiver form before you can take part.
  • 18 and over: You can register yourself when you arrive.

All visitors are required to sign in each time they attend.

Weekly sport and games activities

Monday

Soccer, basketball, table tennis, trampolines, arcade machines, pool table

Tuesday

Volleyball, basketball, table tennis, arcade machines, pool table, board and card games

Wednesday

Volleyball, basketball, table tennis, trampolines, arcade machines, pool table

Thursday

Basketball, touch football, table tennis, arcade machines, pool table, board and card games

Upcoming events

From workshops to youth-focused events and group activities, there’s always something new to get involved in.

Why young people come to our Youth Drop-In Service

Safe and inclusive environment

We create a safe, welcoming space for young people, guided by our strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing 

A Youth team you can trust

Friendly Youth Support Specialists who are here to listen and help

Free activities

Access to free state-of-the-art sporting facilities, games, computers, and free Wi-Fi.

Opportunities to grow and connect

Build new skills, make friends, and get practical support for what matters to you.

What you need to know

You only need to complete the registration form once on your first visit. After that, you just sign in at reception each time you attend. 

No, parents and guardians don’t need to stay once you have registered and they have signed the waiver. Our Youth Support Specialists are on-site to make sure everyone feels safe and supported. 

That’s completely ok! Our space is welcoming, and our team is here to help you feel comfortable and meet new people. 

Absolutely! Feel free to bring a mate along, they’ll just need to sign in (and complete the one-off registration form if it’s their first time). 

Our Youth Support Specialists are here if you ever want to talk or need guidance. We offer individual case management and access to specialised support programs, including Work and Development Orders, Youth Justice Conferences, and dedicated support groups.  

Yes, the Youth Drop-In Service stays open during school holidays, unless there’s a public holiday or special event. Check our social media for any updates on opening times. 

The service is funded by the NSW Department of Communities and Justice Targeted Early Intervention Program.

Refer a young person ​

If you're a service provider, school, health or support worker looking to connect someone with our programs, you can make a referral using our simple online form.

Want to know more?

If you’d like to find out more or discuss how we can support you, get in touch with our team.

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