Ancient Futures - Bello Youth Hub Open Day

August 2023 | Bellingen, NSW, Australia

Fostering wellbeing and community resilience in a fun way!

Ancient Futures created an environment that nurtured social connections, encouraged knowledge exchange among Bellingen Shire community members and young people, and prioritised inclusivity, fostering a sense of belonging and support. The event, hosted at the Bellingen Youth Hub, welcomed people of all ages and abilities to participate in gardening activities, enjoy a silent disco, and groove to the beats of local bands.

  • "There are not enough fun events for young people in Bellingen so I'm so happy OzGREEN is organising something that welcomes everyone!"

    - Participant

  • "Sharing my love of gardening with the community, particularly the young people that came along was a treasure."

    - Participant

  • "We need more events like this!"

    - Participant

Outputs and Outcomes

  • 1 event

  • 200 participants

  • 6 partners

  • 6 radio interviews with young people on local radio station

Project Partners

  • 2 Triple B Radio Station

  • Bonville Nursery

  • Bonville Landscape Supplies

  • Neighbourhood Centres of Bellingen Shire Inc

Although funding for this project has been provided by the NSW Government, the material contained herein does not necessarily represent the views of the NSW Government.

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