#YWeAreHere
We’d like to let you know that we’re here. And we’re not going anywhere. Because we believe in the power of inspired young people.
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Keeping Safe Online
It's important to feel safe online! The impacts of COVID-19 have meant that the way we learn, connect with our friends & family and entertain ourselves has increasingly shifted online. While, that can be exciting, did you know you are also at increased risk of harm both directly and indirectly?
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Mindfulness
At times, we all struggle to stay present. This becomes even more common during stressful times, like many of us may now find ourselves in. In this article, we cover some information about the benefits of mindfulness, how to get started, and what to do if you’re struggling with it. Be kind to yourself, and give it a go. Your body and mind will thank you for it.
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The Y injects jobs into Canberra community
The YMCA NSW (the Y) will create more than 80 new jobs at the new Stromlo Leisure Centre, driving significant economic growth in the Territory despite the ongoing strain of COVID-19.
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We are still here for young people
Young people in Australia are experiencing some of the most significant immediate and long-term impacts of COVID-19, on our lives, our education, our jobs and our and future potential. To help us help you through COVID-19, the Y led a national survey of close to 300 young people aged 13-29. Here are some of the results.
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The Y provides a fun, familiar haven for essential workers' kids
As NSW families scramble to manage the return to face-to-face school next week, the Y's Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) services have provided a lifeline for many essential workers and their children.
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The Y is on-call to support youth through COVID-19
With life flipped on its head by the pandemic, the YMCA NSW (the Y) is on-call and ready to help youth in the Central Coast, Cooma and Parramatta.
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Still here for young people through COVID-19
The YMCA NSW (the Y) has warned that Australia is at risk of creating a ‘pandemic generation’ without interventions and more support for young people.
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Les Mills and the Y join forces for members and staff
YMCA NSW (the Y) is encouraging the community to sweat its way through social distancing, providing all members, staff and volunteers with free access to more than 800 online training videos by LES MILLS.
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Buzz around Jess's cut grows in Canberra community
Jessica Turner, 26, is a learn-to-swim instructor with the Y and carrier of the BRCA1 gene. On Friday, she is shaving her head for a cause very close to her heart, inspiring the children she coaches and helping to raise money for cancer research.
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Y wins tender for Stromlo Leisure Centre
The Y NSW today has been announced as the manager of the brand new $36 million Stromlo Leisure Centre.
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The Y NSW takes out inclusion title at the Gymnastics NSW Awards
Bankstown City Y has won Inclusive Club of the Year for the third time at the Gymnastics NSW annual awards.
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Free new program to make health a habit in Broken Hill
A new free program has launched at the Y, offering all Broken Hill locals more opportunities to stay active and connected to community.
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Youth start off 2020 strong with the Y
Uplift: an active wellness program run by the Y NSW is helping vulnerable young people stay on track and start 2020 strong.
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IGA X-press shoots some hoops with Lake Haven Y
The IGA X-Press Kanwal has put the bounce back in the Lake Haven Y Brekkie and B-Ball Club, donating brand new basketballs to the popular youth program.
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The Y NSW opens doors at three Western Sydney University Gyms
The Y NSW are embarking on their own university orientation, officially opening the doors as the new provider at Western Sydney University’s three gyms this week.
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Free access to Y facilities for firies and families
In response to the continuing bushfire crisis, all RFS volunteer firefighters are invited to access the Y NSW’s pools and gyms free of charge this summer.
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A new round of Active Kids vouchers takes pressure off parents' pockets
The Y NSW is encouraging all NSW parents to make the most of the NSW Government’s $100 Active Kids vouchers, with new vouchers available now.
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The Y NSW awarded contract for Western Sydney University gyms
The Y NSW is cementing its position as a leading industry provider of fitness and recreation services to NSW universities, today announcing an exciting new partnership with Western Sydney University.
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Community update: Y services reopened, patrons reminded to take care
Services temporarily closed due to yesterday's hazardous air quality have reopened, but members and customers are reminded to take health precautions throughout the week.
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