About FReeZA

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The FReeZA Program is a Victorian Government initiative which provides affordable, accessible and safe entertainment events that meet the needs of young people aged 12-25. FReeZA events focus on engaging young people through the enjoyment of live music, dance parties and other cultural, recreational and artistic events.

Our aim is to cultivate innovation, creativity and team-building skills for teens and young adults whilst facilitating social connection and life opportunities. 

Join the FReeZA Crew

Are you interested in creating and running art events for your friends and peers?

To learn more about becoming part of the Crew and how to join today, please contact the Youth Team. 

Upcoming Events and Programs 2025

 

SongMakers Program April 7 and 8

Are you aged between 16-21 and want to develop your music career?
SongMakers and the Glenelg Shire Council will be holding a FREE songwriting workshop at the Portland Arts Centre on 7, 8 April.
Over two days, you will work with other participants and award-winning artists to write and record a song from scratch in a real-world co-writing session. This workshop will connect you with industry mentors and other local creatives. 
This Holiday Program is free but you must be able to attend both days and register EOI ASAP.

Music Mondays

Musical Mondays at the Portland Arts Centre

As part of the Musical Pathways project, we’re excited to offer Musical Mondays – a series of casual, drop-in jam sessions for participants aged 12-25 of all skill levels. Whether you’re an experienced musician or just starting out, these sessions provide a space to experiment with new instruments, learn, and connect with others in your community.

What’s Included:

  • Free access to instruments, including guitars, electric drum kits, keyboards, and synthesizers
  • Professional sound tech support
  • A supportive, creative environment to jam, self-learn, or collaborate with other musicians

How It Works: Simply walk in, add your name to the list, and enjoy playing in a fully-equipped space. It’s your chance to explore new musical talents or share your skills with others.

Event Details:

  • Location: Auditorium, Portland Arts Centre
  • Dates & Times:
    • Monday, 12 May | 3pm - 6pm
    • Wednesday 11 June 3pm -6pm (alternative day due to public holiday)
    • Monday, 14 July | 3pm - 6pm 
      VOCAL COACHING WORKSHOP (STAY TUNED FOR FURTHER SIGN UP DETAILS)
    • Monday, 11 August | 3pm - 6pm
    • Monday, 8 September | 3pm - 6pm
    • Monday, 13 October | 3pm - 6pm
    • Monday, 10 November | 3pm - 6pm
    • Monday, 8 December | 3pm - 6pm

Come along and join the fun 

Permission forms must be completed for under 18s prior to attending sessions:

Music-Monday-Permission-Form-PDF.pdf(PDF, 751KB)

 

 

 

Past Events and Programs 2024

 

Barking Spider

With guidance and support from professional artists at Barking Spider, young participants collaborated over the course of two days to create a series of art installations for the Upwelling Festival parade. 

 


 

Sound and Lighting Workshops

To ensure our crew is fully equipped for upcoming events, we are conducting sound and lighting workshops. These sessions will provide the essential tools and skills needed to deliver a truly exceptional and seamless event experience. 

Link expired. Please see upcoming events and programs above for similar sessions! 

 

Turn Up The Track

Southern 500 music festival features a lineup of youth bands and DJs from across the shire and Macedon Ranges, with headlining performances by Adelaide's all-girl indie punk rock band, Teenage Joans. The day will also have a range of other activities including:

  •  3x3 basketball tournaments
  •  A mechanical bull for the adventurous
  • Giant inflatable slide to bring out your inner child.
  • A decoration station for festival body art
  • Merch tents
  • Food and drink stalls

 

 

Eat-Music-Play-Repeat!

 

What? The Eat-Music-Play-Repeat! event is a community event in which our FReeZA  participants will showcase their musical and culinary skills.

When? Saturday 6 April 2024

Where? Portland Foreshore Skatepark

Come along and enjoy!

  •  Filipino inspired recipes, prepared, cooked and served by our aspiring chefs. 
  • Open-Mic competition with lots of prizes to be won. Sound-Tech and mixing ran by Crew.

Want to get involved?

There is still time to sign up and join us! 

Open Mic Competition - PRIORITY TO THOSE WHO RESERVE SPOT

Sound-Tech Workshops - CLOSING WEDNESDAY 27 MARCH  2024

Asian Cooking Workshop - CLOSING DATE WEDNESDAY 3 APRIL 2024