FReeZA Events

Next FReeZA Event will be held at Alexandra Skatepark, Alexandra

10 December 2011

FReeZA is an opportunity for young people to enjoy drug, alcohol and smoke free music and cultural events in the Shire of Murrindindi. The best thing about FReeZA events is that young people are involved in the planning and delivery of every one with the assistance of community organisations. Through youth-led FReeZA committees, young people have the chance to:

• decide what types of events and cultural activities are performed in their community;
• help create music events and cultural activities in their community;
• make decisions and lead projects;
• participate in their communities as volunteers; and
• form close networks with local businesses, schools and other community organisations.

FReeZA is based around planning and putting on events for young people, developing skills, and getting involved in the local music scene. Young people with an interest in music, entertainment and event management, meet to plan and deliver FReeZA events. They make up the FReeZA committee. The committee also attend training that is relevant to their areas of interest. The FReeZA committee organise all aspects of the events, including choosing and booking venues and bands, designing and distributing promotional material, organising security, staffing the venue, and more. They also learn about the music industry through experience and meetings with industry professionals. Keen on getting involved? Murrindindi Shire Council coordinates three diverse FReeZA committees in Kinglake, Yea and Alexandra. All young people between 12 - 25 years old are welcome to join. As part of the committee you will be involved in organising fully supervised, all ages, drug alcohol and smoke free events for young people in the area. You will receive skills, experience and training in the music industry. Previous events have included band nights, hip-hop events, dance parties and festivals. Young people who have experience in the field are welcome but no previous experience is necessary.

Kinglake Ranges FReeZA Worker Ben Tasker is contactable on 0400 152 444 via email at btasker@kildonan.org.au or phone 1800 651 821 Yea and Alexandra FReeZA Worker Bob Cummings is contactable via email at bcummings@murrindindi.vic.gov.au or phone/sms 0418 585 648