Youth Centre & Services

The Shire of Derby/West Kimberley has an ongoing commitment to working with young people, their families, government and community agencies to foster youth friendly communities that promote the health and wellbeing of young people.

To this end, the Shire considers itself to be both a provider and facilitator of youth services in Derby and Fitzroy Crossing.

The services are provided through the Derby Youth Centre and the basketball courts at Fitzroy Crossing. Other venues are also utilised such as swimming pools and the skate park and popular local spots.

The team is support by the Youth Services Coordinator, Team Leaders in Derby and Fitzroy Crossing and workers at both sites. Both are involved in collaborative work with stakeholders and partners.

Derby Youth Centre

The Youth Centre is located on Hardman Street and is open six days a week during the school terms.

Our focus is on developing opportunities for innovative, safe, youth-oriented recreation, leisure and cultural activities. 

The service offers support to young people with complex needs around issues such as drugs and alcohol, relationships, mental health and abuse. Youth workers can respond to individual crisis’s and then offer referral to relevant services.

The Youth Centre offers a comprehensive school holiday program as well as structured activities during term time such as sporting competitions, arts and crafts, music and healthy eating. The centre is equipped with a kitchen, skate park, basketball court, computers, table tennis table and other games.

For program details contact the Shire at 9191 0999.

Derby Youth Network Interagency Meetings

The Derby Youth Network meets monthly to discuss and collaborate on local youth issues and programs. To join, contact sdwk@sdwk.wa.gov.au.  

Fitzroy Crossing Youth Services

The Fitzroy Crossing Youth program operates from the outdoor basketball courts and canteen space on the Fitzroy Oval.  The program is funded for three late night programs from Thursday to Saturdays.  The program offers outdoor engagement, sport, art and crafts and music.  We will collaborate with other services to deliver unique themed events and discos.

The service offers support to young people with complex needs around issues such as drugs and alcohol, relationships, mental health and abuse. Youth workers can respond and intervene to young peoples needs and then offer referral to relevant services.

Fitzroy also offers a five day a week program during the school holidays.

Now that the CKFBL Footy season has wrapped up, we’re excited to announce that our youth programs are returning to Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights! Get ready for an action-packed term filled with exciting activities, cooking classes, and our brand-new Girls and Boys programs!

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Boys Engagement Program - Thursdays | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

For boys ages 10 and up! Join us in the FX Chill Out Space for a relaxed atmosphere filled with games and activities just for the boys! 

Girls Empowerment Program - Fridays | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

For girls ages 10 and up! A safe, girl-only environment where you can build confidence, explore creativity, and hang out with friends. Plus, we’ll have ongoing activities like field games, team sports, arts and crafts, and much more!

Youth Cooking Program - Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Bring your aprons and get ready to cook up a storm! Learn new recipes, improve your cooking skills, and enjoy delicious meals together.

Dinner Provided - We provide fresh fruit, cold water, and a nutritious dinner cooked during the cooking program for all youth who attend.

Drop-offs available for town and town-based communities starting at 7:00 PM. This term is going to be wild! Don’t miss out! For more information contact sdwk@sdwk.wa.gov.au or call Business Phone (08) 9191 0999 or On-Shift Phone 0488 362 556

Fitzroy Crossing Foot Soldiers Interagency Meetings

The Foot Soldiers meet monthly to discuss and collaborate on local youth issues. These meetings are chaired by Nindilingarri. If you are a youth service provider and would like to attend the meeting please send an email to: sdwk@sdwk.wa.gov.au. 

Corporate Support

The Shire’s youth programs are funded and supported by:

  • Department of Communities
  • Department of Local Government, Sports and Cultural Industries
  • Rio Tinto
  • Mount Gibson Iron Limited
  • Buru Energy Limited
  • LotteryWest
  • Stan Perron Foundation