We are running a community survey to learn what young people in our area want and need from future youth spaces. The project will look at the interests and needs of pre-teens and teens, and how youth spaces can support creativity, exercise, social connection, and overall wellbeing.

The information gathered will help guide the planning and design of future youth spaces and activities. This may include skate areas, bouldering, multi-use courts, places to sit and gather, and other active or quiet recreation spaces. The consultation will also consider paths, landscaping, shade, and accessibility features to help create safe, welcoming, and inclusive spaces for all young people.

If you are aged 12 - 18 , we want to hear your ideas about what makes a space for you and your friends fun, safe and comfortable. We want to create spaces where you want to hang out with your friends.

This survey is quick and easy. We want to know:

• What activities you currently enjoy and what features you’d love to see in a new space
• How you like to hang out and feel comfortable in spaces designed for young people.
• How you would plan to use a new space

Your ideas will help shape spaces across the City of Melton, so let us know what you think!

You can provide your comments via the following channels:

✍️completing our brief survey (below) or

📩 emailing your feedback to openspace@melton.vic.gov.au

Prize

🏆Go in the draw to win 2 x JBL ear buds, 2 x JBL speaker, or 2 x sports ball of your choice. by leaving your details at the end of the survey

🏀🏏 Win a sports equipment voucher valued at $500 for your school just by adding your school's name at the end of the survey.

Survey closes 12 APRIL 2026

After the survey closes, we will review all feedback and summarise what young people prefer. These insights will help us plan youth spaces that support your needs and interests.

This webpage will be updated as the project continues. To get updates, create an account and select Follow at the top of the page.