We are excited to invite valued partners to the YSAS Conference 2025 on the 15th of August
This is a unique chance to come together, as a sector, to celebrate our collective achievements, and explore how we can better provide care for young people and their families.
In 2025, there is a real opportunity to influence policy, this conference is more than just a reflection on past successes – it’s a chance to shape the future. This year the State Government will launch a new 10-year AOD Strategy and seeking to make improvements in crime prevention in the lead up to the 2026 State Government election. Further, post-election, the Federal Government is ready to invest further in youth mental health.
The conference will feature an opening address by a State Government Minister, followed by a keynote speech from the YSAS CEO and a young person at YSAS – grounding the day in both leadership and lived experience.
Participants will then break into four service streams; AOD Community, Crime Prevention, Mental Health, and Residential AOD, to engage in interactive workshops focused on good practice, overcoming challenges, and identifying solutions for the future. The afternoon will bring everyone back together for a panel discussion exploring how we can continue to put the needs of young people and families first.
- Address: RMIT Building 16 (Storey Hall), 336-348 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
- Event Date: 15 August 2025
- Event Time: 9:30am to 4:30pm
Key Information
Public transport
As we will have a full venue, we highly recommend arriving early at 9:00am to register and find a good spot. We also strongly recommend using public transport, as parking can be very limited in the city.Â
- Train: The nearest station is Melbourne Central, which is part of the City Loop and just a short walk from the venue.
- Tram: Several tram routes run along Swanston Street, including routes 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67, and 72. Additionally, routes 24, 30, and 35 operate along La Trobe Street.
- Bus: Various bus routes service the Melbourne CBD, with stops near Swanston Street and La Trobe Street.
Driving and parking
There is no on-site parking available for visitors, but commercial parking options nearby include:
- Secure Parking – The Mint Melbourne (383 La Trobe Street) – $20 average weekday rate.
- Kim Lim Parking (162 A’Beckett Street) – $12 average weekday rate.
- Paramount Carpark (163 Exhibition Street) – Offers early bird and permanent parking options.
- Lygon Street Carpark (204-218 Lygon Street) – Convenient for those coming from Carlton.
- Wilson Parking – Melbourne Central (300 Lonsdale Street) – $32 average weekday rate.
Nearby accomodation
- Novotel Melbourne on Collins – 4-star hotel at 270 Collins Street. Average rate: $183 per night.
- The Victoria Hotel – 3.5-star hotel at 215 Little Collins Street. Average rate: $104 per night.
- YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD – 3-star hotel at 600 Little Bourke Street. Average rate: $84 per night.
Venue Facilities & Accessibility
Facilities Facilities
- Restrooms: Accessible Bathroom located Level 3 and Level 7. Gender-neutral bathroom is located on Level 5. Gendered bathrooms located up the stairs from the auditorium. Â
- Wi-Fi Access: select RMIT Guest network and use conference code: 310190Â
Menu
For those with allergies (including coeliac disease), the kitchen will make all efforts to avoid cross-contamination however STREAT catering cannot guarantee that any foods will not contain trace amounts of allergens.
If you are concerned about an anaphylactic reaction, please bring food and snacks that are safe for you to consume.
Morning Tea
STREAT Bakery spinach & cheddar quiche (v), STREAT Bakery sweet mini muffin (v), Seasonal Fruit pot, Mango & coconut tapioca pot (vv) (gf) (df)
Lunch
Moroccan Nicoise Baguette Lunch Box, Salmon Pate on Dark Rye Sandwich Lunch Box, Spiced Potato Wrap Lunch Box (df,gf,vv), Salad focaccia Lunch Box (vv), Pastrami Bagel Lunch Box, Green Goddess Chicken Sandwich Lunch Box, Superfood Salad Lunch Box (df,gf,vv)
Afternoon Tea
Fruit platters, Portuguese custard tart (v), STREAT Bakery cherry tomato, parmesan and parsley savoury mini danish (v), STREAT Bakery cheese & chive mini escargot (v), Miso, ginger & Yuzu coconut macaron cookie – (vv) (gf) (df), Beetroot falafel (vv) (gf) (df)
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Access: Storey Hall main entrance and lifts are accessible. Â
- Public Transport Accessibility: Melbourne Central Station and tram stops along Swanston Street are equipped with accessible tram platforms and lifts.Â
Assistance Available: If you require accessibility assistance, please contact Beth and Karina ahead of time. Assistance Available: If you require accessibility assistance, please contact us ahead of time.Â
Key Contacts & Support
For any event-related inquiries, please contact:
- Event Coordinator: Beth & Karina
- 📧 Email: execsupport@ysas.org.au
Additional Notes
Dress Code: Smart Casual.