The YMCA Penrith moves into state-of-the-art new home providing Greater Western Sydney youth with more opportunities
After more than 20 years of supporting children and young people in the Penrith region, the Y Penrith is preparing to move into a brand-new, purpose designed facility at 62–72 Batt Street, Jamisontown, opening its doors on Monday 30 June 2025.
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News Update: The Y Penrith is moving to a new home!
Exciting things are happening with the Y Penrith! Stay tuned for all the latest updates on our relocation journey! Don’t miss out and watch this space!
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Youth Parliamentarians Lead the Charge on Women's Health
Introducing free period products in public spaces, reducing stigma and tackling gender bias in healthcare are just some of the topics being addressed by this year's Youth Parliamentarians.
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Helping Students Reconnect: The Y NSW’s Alternative Suspension Program is Changing Lives
Policymakers and education leaders are working towards fairer and more effective education systems; it’s also time to rethink traditional suspension practices.
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More Than a Gym: The Y Broken Hill Champions Youth, Community and Growth
Justin Hoskins, Cluster Manager at The Y Broken Hill, joined Patrick for a wide-ranging conversation about how The Y is leaning into a new era—one focused on empowering youth, reinvesting every dollar back into Broken Hill and and what it means to serve a remote community with heart.
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Olympic Gymnast Emma Nedov Advocates Keeping Kids In Sport Amid Rising Costs
Young gymnasts across NSW are being forced to abandon the sport they love as rising costs drive them away from gymnastics at an alarming rate. With participation numbers plummeting primarily amongst lower socioeconomic families, Olympic gymnast Emma Nedov is speaking out, joining forces with the Y NSW (YMCA) to fight for more inclusive, accessible pathways to keep young athletes engaged.
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Voices for Change Fundraising and Networking Event
A special evening of storytelling, connection and community – Voices for Change, proudly hosted by Jacinta Parsons, broadcaster, writer and speaker, took place on Tuesday 25 March 2025.
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Breaking Barriers: Encouraging Young Athletes to Stay in Sport
Body dissatisfaction is driving young people—especially girls—away from sports, and it’s time to change the conversation.
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Are School Swimming Carnivals Becoming a Thing of the Past?
Once a cherished tradition in Aussie schools, swimming carnivals are on the decline. Research from Royal Life Saving Australia reveals that 1 in 4 schools have dropped their annual carnival, while others limit participation to squad swimmers.
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Swim carnival success: A guide to helping your child overcome nerves
A quintessential part of Australian children’s school days are swim carnivals; an exciting event for children providing opportunities for them to showcase their swimming skills, race in a relaxed environment, and foster a sense of team spirit.
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The Y Hawkesbury Oasis Wins Business of the Year at the Hawkesbury Local Business Awards
The Y Hawkesbury Oasis is proud to announce that it has been awarded Business of the Year at the 2024 Hawkesbury Local Business Awards. This prestigious honor recognizes The Oasis as a leader among local businesses, having been selected as the top business from a pool of finalists across all categories.
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The Y NSW Expands into Early Childhood Education and Care Sector with Little Angels
The Y NSW is excited to be expanding into the early childhood learning and care sector with the recent acquisition of Little Angels Early Learning at Mascot Central and Pagewood Green, Sydney.
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Celebrating 10 Years of the Y NSW at Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre
Today marks 10 years since the Y NSW began operating Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre (KFAC), and we're thrilled to have reached this incredible milestone!
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Reset and Rise: Transforming Young Lives through the Y NSW’s Alternative Suspension Program
The Y NSW is hosting an inspiring forum in November to highlight the success of its innovative Alternative Suspension Program and unveil exciting news about the program’s future.
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Happy International Pronouns Day!
Today is about education and highlighting the importance of respecting a person’s pronouns.
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Scoring the perfect match: A parent's guide to choosing the right sport for your child
Selecting the right sport for your child is an important decision that can impact their physical, mental, and social development. At the Y, we believe in fostering a love for physical activity through positive, enriching experiences.
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The Y NSW Alternative Suspension
The Y NSW Alternative Suspension is a life-changing program that supports students aged 12 to 18 who are suspended or at risk of being so, to address the causes that lead to their suspension, and to build self esteem, social and emotional skills, set goals and plan for a positive future.
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Embracing the outdoors: The importance of regular outdoor play for kids
In an age where screens dominate our children’s lives, the importance of regular outdoor play cannot be overstated. The Y has always championed activities that contribute to the holistic development of young individuals, and outdoor play is a crucial component of this.
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Alternative Suspension Students Thrive
A three-month follow-up with a student who was previously referred to the Y NSW’s Alternative Suspension program has shown remarkable improvements in their school life and personal development.
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Supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth | Insights and Inspiration
Wear it Purple Day is an annual LGBTIQA+ awareness day especially for young people. Every year on Wear it Purple Day schools, workplaces and community groups wear purple to show their visible support for LGBTQIA+ youth.
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